Campus Affinity Groups

PSS Recognized Affinity Groups

Looking to connect with colleagues across campus? Consider joining one of our campus affinity groups. Conversations will cover any number of topics, the affinity group just gives members a common experience from which relationships can grow. These groups are open to everyone within the campus community!

If you are interested in creating a new group or picking up a group currently on hiatus, contact pss@binghamton.edu.

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Active Groups

  • All Things Outdoors

    Affinity Group Lead: Benjamin Fay

    The southern tier is a great location for outdoor activities. Engage in group activities including hiking, kayaking, biking, and skiing with like-minded colleagues!

  • 91社区 Writers' Circle

    Affinity Group Lead: Rhonda Branca

    The 91社区 Writers' Circle will workshop members' fiction and creative nonfiction, providing valuable feedback and support. The group will meet every other week or as frequently as members desire.

  • Bing Queers

    Affinity Group Co-Leads: Brenda Feinen and Erin Hansen

    Connect with other queer colleagues through various formats such as Google Chat, Discord, and meetups.

  • Parents

    Affinity Group Co-Leads: Jeremy Pelletier and Jazell Johnson

    Juggling work and parenthood is not for the faint-of-heart! Connect, support and commiserate with other working parents.

  • Professional Staff of Color

    Affinity Group Co-Leads: Jazell Johnson and Richie Sebuharara

    The Professionals of Color Affinity Group provides a supportive space for faculty and staff of color to connect, share experiences, and build community across campus. We aim to cultivate connection, promote professional growth, and advocate for meaningful representation and institutional change within the university. Through networking, mentorship, and collaborative initiatives, we seek to honor varied perspectives, amplify voices, and strengthen a campus culture where all employees feel respected and empowered.

  • Supervisor Group

    Affinity Group Lead: Meghan McCarthy

    Supervising others is challenging to say the least. Making sure staff members are meeting goals, ensuring professional development opportunities are in place, boosting morale, completing performance programs and evaluations, understanding and implementing union and campus policy... it鈥檚 a whirlwind! The supervisor group holds monthly meetings to help connect you with other supervisors to commiserate and problem solve.

Groups on hiatus

  • Good Cheer: All Things Spirits, Wine and Beer

    A great group for wine aficionados, craft beer brewers (or consumers) and folks looking for tips on some great drinks!

  • Podcast Club

    Connect with a community of podcast lovers who discuss one episode of one podcast each meeting; basically, a book club for podcasts.

  • Running Group

    Join the running group for our weekly run! Meet at the pavilion by lot M on campus. All levels of runners are welcome!

  • Walking Group

    Join the walking group for our weekly walk! Meet at the paid lot across from Bartle Library.

  • Wellness Group

    Join the wellness affinity group to connect with colleagues who are interested in all aspects of wellness, share ideas and tips, and/or stay accountable on your health journey.