This Saturday’s Spring Fling will take place along “the spine” of campus, the central walkway, despite the administration’s insistence that it be relocated in order to protect new tiles laid there last fall. Members of the Student Association Programming Board were informed that they had to find an alternate location for the event less than three weeks before it was scheduled to take place. After a series of meetings between the SAPB, Vice President for Student Affairs Brian Rose, Residential Life and Physical Facilities, a solution was reached. “All of the rides will be located along the walkway, but not…

The same day students came together to raise awareness about what they said were issues Binghamton University was ignoring, an administrator joined a group of students to solve one of the problems discussed during said rally. The Coalition Against Hate, which is composed of students from a variety of cultural and political organizations at BU, organized a “Student Power Rally” on campus yesterday to protest what they said are the administration’s “undemocratic” decisions, such as arming University Police with Tasers, imposing an unreasonable workload for English graduate students and prosecuting anti-war protesters. Meanwhile, Vice President for Student Affairs Brian T.…

Within the next few weeks James Van Voorst, Binghamton University’s vice president for administration, will vacate his position at Binghamton University and take a position at the State University of New York headquarters in Albany. Van Voorst has worked closely with students over the past few years on campus construction projects, and has run town hall forums on both the Old University Union and Newing/Dickinson renovations. Interim SUNY Chancellor John B. Clark appointed Van Voorst to serve as the vice chancellor for finance and administration for the entire 64-campus system. BU President Lois B. DeFleur has appointed Michael McGoff, vice…

Members of the Student Assembly are urging Binghamton University officials to rethink the school’s relationship with the American Red Cross, which is governed by the Food and Drug Administration, and join a cause taken up by colleges across the country. Student Association Vice President for Academic Affairs Matt Landau presented a resolution last night to the Assembly criticizing the FDA’s guidelines that restrict men who have ever had sexual intercourse with another man (MSM) from donating blood. Since the American Red Cross coordinates all blood drives on campus, Landau said the restriction is in violation of the University policy, including…

One wrong move has left more than 300 School of Management students vulnerable to identity theft. An e-mail containing the names, Social Security numbers and grade point averages of 338 accounting students were mistakenly sent to an accounting Listserv instead of another SOM faculty member Friday afternoon. Brian Perry, an SOM undergraduate adviser, had meant to send the e-mail to other faculty members for the purpose of selecting students to receive various academic awards. Instead, the e-mail showed up in the inbox of 288 accounting students. “We are taking the matter very seriously,” said Upinder Dhillon, SOM dean. “The University…

There will be a new face at the governor’s desk in Albany. But how soon will ripples of the Spitzer resignation wash ashore here in Binghamton? The change in the state’s headmaster could throw off some of the government’s initiatives, but it’s too soon to tell, experts say. “Everyone is shell-shocked,” said Jonathan Krasno, director of undergraduate studies in the political science department at Binghamton University. “It may be a disaster we come back from. We don’t know.” Gov. Eliot Spitzer, who had been in office since January 2007, announced his resignation Wednesday after disclosures that he had been linked…

After more than a year of anticipation, Residential Life debuted their new online housing registration system Wednesday morning, only to have the program crash and be forced to shut down after less than an hour in operation. As a result, registration priorities for apartment housing have been pushed back a day. Current residents of Hillside and Susquehanna communities were scheduled to begin registration at 8 a.m., but when they logged on error messages began to pop up on computer screens. By 9 a.m. the site was taken completely offline, said Chris Cullinane, associate director of Residential Life. While a few…

The Binghamton Center for Writers will kick off its spring Readers’ Series tonight when Binghamton University alumna and famed fiction writer Bobbie Ann Mason reads from her latest work, a collection of linked stories called “Nancy Culpepper.” Mason is most famous for penning “Shiloh and Other Stories,” but has also written four other collections of short stories, a biography of Elvis and four novels — including the New York Times bestseller “In Country,” which was recently turned into a feature film. Christine Gelineau, associate director of BU’s creative writing program who also helped to organize the event, said she feels…

The SUNY system could soon see the introduction of 2,000 new full-time professors and a flagship college — most likely not Binghamton University — to New York state’s public colleges if suggestions made by a state commission last month are accepted. According to the report, New York’s public institutions have been under-funded and “forced to compromise academic quality,” citing specifically staffing issues. The commission suggested hiring 2,000 new full-time faculty members, 250 of which schould be eminent scholars, across the State University of New York and City University of New York system.The reccommended staffing upgrade is just one of several…

Six Binghamton University students face eviction after their neighbors — two BU professors — used Facebook to determine that they were in violation of the West Side’s R-1 zoning law, Binghamton’s Mayor Matt Ryan said. The R-1 zoning law, which restricts a chunk of Binghamton’s West Side to “factual and functional families,” is typically only enforced when reports are made about a violation. The issue made headlines in 2000 when two dozen students were evicted from their homes. “It’s a complaint-driven process,” said Teri Rennia, the city council member that represents the area. Gerald Kutcher, a history professor, and Marilynn…

Binghamton University may choose to participate in the Voluntary System for Accountability program, a system designed to help compare undergraduate institutions, according to Provost Mary Ann Swain. The program, which is a collaboration between two organizations — the American Association of State Colleges and Universities and National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges — will measure students’ critical thinking, reasoning and written communication. It will compare institutions through a template called the college portrait, which will include information such as living costs and financial aid information. “Binghamton University intends to be part of the discussion among NASULGC institutions about…

A week after a case of bed bugs was reported in College-in-the-Woods’ Cayuga Hall, another infestation has been identified in Mountainview College’s Cascade Hall. “An exterminator has been notified and we are following University procedure,” said Physical Facilities spokeswoman Karen Fennie. Binghamton University procedure requires that Residential Life staff inspect the room and call an exterminator if an infestation is detected. The exterminator will then treat the infected room and those adjacent to it, as well as any common or shared space residents use. According to Fennie, the incident in Cayuga has been resolved, although the exterminator did have to…

Between the late night studying and the midnight fast food runs that go with them, the weekends (and sometimes weeknights) spent at the bars and the dining hall meals with limited choices, it can sometimes be hard for college students to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Take heart: With just a few lifestyle adjustments, college students can drastically improve their health with very little sacrifice. MAINTAINING A HEALTHY DIET According to Michele Moelder, nutritionist and owner of Health Beat Natural Foods and Deli, a health food store located in Johnson City, N.Y., college students often choose poor times to eat their…

A room in College-in-the-Woods’ Cayuga Hall has been infested with bed bugs, according to Physical Facilities spokeswoman Karen Fennie. The room, which is inhabited by three female freshmen, was fumigated by an exterminator who determined that the pests had been eradicated. “We followed our normal protocol and carefully looked at the infected room as well as the rooms adjacent to it,” Fennie said. According to Fennie, no traces of the insects were discovered in other rooms and the situation is “under control.” Following Binghamton University protocol, the room will be treated again for the pests in 30 days. “Our University…

The newest print version of the Telecommunications directory contains personal contact information — including campus room numbers, home addresses and, in some cases, even cell numbers — despite a decision made last year to excise the data after several female students received abusive phone calls. Overseeing this decision was the Enterprise Data Committee — a group composed of 10 members, including the Binghamton University registrar, the director of communication and marketing, the dean of students and the director of human resources. The committee is responsible for the security of the personal information of BU students, faculty, staff and alumni, according…

Next semester’s re-direction of the health and physical education curriculum will affect what gym classes will be offered and their weight in credits. According to department director Lisa Hrehor, the department will offer more ”health- and wellness-based” classes and decrease the number of activity classes offered. Hrehor said the change has been made largely in response to student feedback received on course offerings. “It seems to be a better direction to be heading in,” she said. “We’ve been researching this possibility for the past several years.” Any curriculum changes made at Binghamton University must be brought by the department before…

While Binghamton University students have become accustomed to continuous rain clouds hovering over campus, College-in-the-Woods residents recently began to take notice of a large puddle as it took up permanent residence outside of Onondaga Hall. The puddle is attributed to a leak in the domestic water system that supplies the residence halls in CIW, and thus far Physical Facilities has been unable to locate its exact position. “Sometimes it can be a little tricky, trying to find a single leak in the system,” Karen Fennie, spokeswoman for Physical Facilities, said. According to Fennie, Physical Facilities staff have been doing exploratory…

Binghamton University’s newest administrator will arrive on campus next semester, after serving as associate vice president of student affairs at Rutgers University and gaining recognition for heading campus-wide efforts to crack down on plagiarism and cheating. But while he considers academic honesty to be an important issue at any university, BU’s future Vice President of Student Affairs Brian Rose said he would not necessarily institute the same programs at BU as he did at Rutgers. “The strategy adopted to promote [academic honesty] should be customized to the institution,” he said. “I’m not looking to simply take what I may have…

In an effort to honor the life of a former Binghamton University professor and noted author, best-selling novelist John Irving will give a reading tonight in the Anderson Center Concert Hall. Irving is the first inaugural speaker in the John Gardner Reader series, an event that will be held annually to recognize the former creative writing professor. Irving was chosen because of his friendship with Gardner, which began after the two met in the 1970s at the prestigious Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, held yearly in Vermont. “They admired each other’s work, and shared some of the same kind of deep…

When Binghamton University student Mayra Rodriguez fell ill with bacterial meningitis while studying abroad in Spain last January, and later overcame the illness, family and friends were overjoyed that she had won her battle. While Rodriguez remains well on the road to recovery, her family is now facing another battle — this time, with her insurance company. Rodriguez and her family have been charged with more than $400,000 in medical bills that their insurance provider is refusing to cover. After she contracted meningitis, Rodriguez was granted medical leave by the University. While she is still considered to be a BU…

One Student Association Executive Board position remains open as the semester begins after Vice President for Multi Cultural Affairs-elect Rabeel Patoli resigned on June 5, citing personal reasons. In his absence, Carla Gunther, former head of staff for SA President David Bass, has been appointed VPMA pro tempore. Following SA procedure, Gunther, a senior sociology major, was elected by the members of the remaining executive board to hold the position until the student body votes on a Patoli’s permanent replacement. Even though Gunther didn’t run for the position last semester, she plans to fully devote herself to the position while…

The official opening of Binghamton University’s Downtown Center brought together more than 200 University and community members and presented a positive outlook for the future of town-gown relations. The 74,000 square-foot building is equipped with 11 classrooms, conference rooms, a library, an information commons and features scenic views of the Susquehanna River. The Downtown Center has long been viewed by many as a means to better repair the relationship between college and town. Both local and state dignitaries that spoke at the Aug. 20 opening of the $29 million facility expressed such hope. “We’ve been talking about improving town-gown relations…

As Binghamton University freshmen prepare to pack up their cars and make the trek to campus with their parents in a few months, certain thoughts may be weighing heavily on their minds. Worries about registration, major selection and roommates may all seem daunting, but there are faculty and offices on campus here specifically to help eliminate all the first-year jitters. New students may feel pressured to arrive at BU with a major already in mind. According to Career Development Center Director Nancy Paul, students shouldn’t feel pressured to make a decision early and should instead take advantage of their fist…

There are more than 160 student groups chartered at Binghamton University and more are added every semester. The past two semesters have been no exception, as approximately 15 new groups have been chartered. Here’s a look at four new groups to watch out for next year … Amnesty International The recently chartered group has spent much of the past two semesters engaged in efforts to help raise awareness about the genocide in Darfur. The group’s main goal, however, is to increase the volume of information on campus about human rights issues across the globe. “Binghamton’s chapter of Amnesty International will…

Despite a rainy forecast and ongoing campus construction, organizers for this year’s Spring Fling insist that rain or shine, the event will be a success. This Saturday’s event will mark the culmination of months of planning, according to Sandi Dube, the vice president for University Programming. “I’m looking forward to the whole event,” she said. “I’m really excited for the bands and the new rock climbing wall.” The evening concert serves to close out the event with a bang as the wildly energetic band Head Automatica is slated to open for Reel Big Fish, a popular ska group. Local bands…

Changes to the priority registration process — which gives scholars, varsity athletes and resident assistants the ability to sign up for classes before most students — will have them registering much later than they have in the past, according to Provost Mary Ann Swain. Effective for spring 2008 registration, any student eligible for priority registration will now only be able to register one day before their normal credit hours would have indicated. A committee composed of campus professional staff discussed and researched information that was presented to Swain, who then made the decision to alter the registration policy. According to…

Most of Binghamton University was left without power Monday morning into the early afternoon after winter weather caused a tree branch to fall on an off-campus power line. The University worked with the New York State Electric & Gas Corporation to isolate and solve the problem, bringing electricity back to campus around 2 p.m. “There are two big electric lines that NYSEG feeds the campus with. One went down and when we went to switch to the alternate one, it went down too,” said Karen Fennie, a spokeswoman for Physical Facilities. “NYSEG came by and fixed the problem and we…

Colleges across the country have come under scrutiny for their student loan practices in an ongoing investigation being conducted by New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo’s office — including all 29 of the State University of New York’s four-year campuses. According to The Associated Press, six lenders and more than 100 public and private colleges have been accused of inappropriate behavior in establishing controversial preferred lender lists for students, in many cases with schools and financial aid advisers receiving money and vacations in exchange for inclusion on the lists. Departing SUNY Chancellor John Ryan has come under fire as…

While many Binghamton University students are rushing out to buy suntan oil and bathing suits this week in preparation for Easter/Passover break, some students are preparing to devote their vacation to charity work. Groups such as Hillel and the campus’ Habitat for Humanity chapter have sent students on what many call “alternative spring break trips” over the past years. Since this year’s break coincides with Passover, Hillel will not be organizing a trip. Habitat for Humanity, however, is sending 20 students to build houses in Hilton Head, S.C. “We’ll be working on building houses in different stages of completion,” said…

Over the past few weeks Binghamton University students have united in order to raise money to help cover ill BU student Mayra Rodriguez’s medical expenses. Rodriguez contracted bacterial meningitis while studying abroad in Spain this semester and is currently recovering at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Since word of her illness broke, parties have been thrown in her honor, tabling has taken place in the University Union and now the Student Association is making plans to join the effort. The Student Assembly passed a resolution March 12, calling for bracelets to be sold in Rodriguez’s honor for $1…

Following recent activity on campus, student health has become a prominent issue among the faculty and student body of Binghamton University. Resolutions passed in the Student Association, the formation of student groups encouraging sexual health awareness, the increasing availability of vaccines at the health center and fund raising taking place for a student battling meningitis, have all increased awareness on campus. The SA has recently passed a resolution that will have its Research and Planning Committee look into whether or not it is possible for the University to provide free STD testing on campus. “They’ll be looking into the cost…

In an effort to help alleviate the medical costs incurred, a fund has been set up to help cover the health expenses of a Binghamton University student who fell ill while studying abroad this semester. While studying in Salamanca, Spain, junior philosophy, politics and law major Mayra Rodriguez contracted bacterial meningitis on Jan. 26, three weeks after her arrival in the country. Less than 24 hours after visiting a doctor and complaining of severe headaches, Rodriguez fell into a coma for five days. Rodriguez’s parents flew to Spain immediately to be with her. She was air-lifted back to the United…

In the wake of growing student concern, a forum dedicated to discussing and dispelling myths surrounding the evangelical minister Franklin Graham’s planned visit to Binghamton University this summer attracted nearly 40 students Thursday night. The forum, organized by the Student Association’s vice president for multicultural affairs, David Bass, was hosted in an effort to prevent backlash from Graham’s comments on the Muslim faith, Hurricane Katrina victims, homosexuality and AIDS. Graham is slated to visit the Events Center as part of the Franklin Graham Festival from June 8 to 10, but his views have been drawing attention from both his opponents…

Reel Big Fish will be the headlining performers at this year’s Spring Fling. The University Programming Board announced that the band will perform at the event on Saturday, April 28, to what has traditionally been a large turnout. Vice President of University Programming Sandi Dube stated that the ska band was chosen for its high energy performance style, something that is vitally important to the success of the show. “It’s a really fun band and we thought it fit well with the nature of Spring Fling,” she said. “We want to get people outside dancing and having fun and I…

The Rev. Franklin Graham, son of famed and controversial evangelist Billy Graham and a religious leader in his own right, has rented out the use of the Binghamton University Events Center to hold a religious festival from June 8 to 10 of this year. According to the Franklin Graham Festival Web site, the purpose of these festivals is to “bring uncommitted individuals into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and firmly establish them in a local church.” However, Graham’s statements on the Muslim faith, on Hurricane Katrina victims, encouraging the use of nuclear weapons and on HIV/AIDS and homosexuality have…

As a new semester starts, students must again adjust to eating food prepared en masse by Sodexho after experiencing a solid month of home-cooked meals. But as campus wakes from its winter break hibernation, residents have been voicing concern about the service at their community eateries, and wondering how the dining establishment makes its decisions. Student complaints have ranged from early closing hours on weekends to the complete closing of certain dining halls during holiday weekends. In a survey conducted by Pipe Dream, 69 percent surveyed said they felt the dining halls left open during holiday weekends were unable to…

As the semester comes to a close, some students anticipate returning home for a full month of relaxation — while others choose to remain in Binghamton for the winter session to load up on classes. Some students, however, have found a way to get the best of both worlds. This winter session there are 23 online courses being offered that allow students to obtain much needed credit hours and still enjoy the holiday season at home with their families. With the exception of one three credit course, all of the classes are worth four credits. “The class I’m taking fulfills…

For many student groups at Binghamton University, the red tape of Student Association finances is more of an inconvenience than anything else. But as the Harpur Harpeggios, Binghamton’s all-female a capella group, learned when they lost $2,500 at the beginning of the semester, it can become more than just an annoyance. At the close of each semester student groups have to fill out certain forms to ensure that their funds can be rolled over to the next year. When the Harpeggios’ departing treasurer failed to fill out the proper paperwork that would enable the funds they had raised to be…

Pipe Dream is celebrating its 60th year as Binghamton University’s independent student newspaper. It started as the Colonial News in fall 1946 and has been going strong twice a week ever since. So we’re taking a look back into the paper’s archives, at the people and events that have made the news over BU’s past 60 years. Friday, Dec. 12, 1989 “Oppenheim Acquitted: Found Innocent of Both Misdemeanors by Jury” Former Jewish Student Union president James Oppenheim, who was arrested for painting anti-semetic slurs on the walls of the JSU office, was acquitted of all charges stemming from the Sept.…

ALUMNUS AUTHOR TO SPEAK TODAY Alumnus and author Joshua Palmatier will speak today in the University Union bookstore from noon to 3 p.m. The science fiction author will be signing copies of his latest book, “The Cracked Throne.” His first book, “The Skewed Throne,” is currently available in paperback. CAMPUS RECREATION HOURS OFFERED SATURDAY This Saturday, Dec. 2, Campus Recreational Services will hold Family Recreation from 9 to 11 a.m in the East Gym. All staff, faculty and students are invited to bring their families, as long as one group member is in possession of a valid Binghamton University identification…

City and county officials held a press conference yesterday to warn residents of an approaching storm set to hit the region this afternoon and the damage it could potentially cause. According to the National Weather Service, severe thunderstorms are expected Friday afternoon and early evening producing strong gust. Winds possibly exceeding 60 mph are expected — possibly causing tree and power line damage. Residents are advised to stay indoors, away from windows during this time. A flash flood watch will also be in effect for the region from Friday afternoon through the evening with heavy rains developing into snow. Residents…

If you’ve visited the Student Association office recently, you may have noticed a new addition to the normally sparse setting. The SA has recently purchased and installed a large flat panel plasma television screen in the reception area of the office. The screen, which was purchased with money from the SA’s $32,000 “office fund,” displays CNN throughout the day. “It cost $735 and has a five year warranty,” said Financial Vice President Richard Marmolejos. “We got it open box at Circuit City, so it was pretty cheap.” According to Marmolejos, the office fund pays for anything from phone bills to…

CHANGES IN GARBAGE COLLECTION FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY Changes in garbage collection for the City of Binghamton for the Thanksgiving holiday will be as follows: Tuesday’s collection will be on Monday. Wednesday’s collection will be on Tuesday. Thursday’s collection will be on Wednesday. There will be no collection on Thursday. Friday’s collection will remain the same. Yard waste will not be collected at any time. City Hall will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24. FLASH FLOOD AID AVAILABLE Residents are encouraged to notify Public Works of any major debris that needs removal following Thursday’s flash flood by…

Pipe Dream is celebrating its 60th year as Binghamton University’s independent student newspaper. It started as the Colonial News in the fall of 1946 and has been going strong twice a week ever since. So we’re taking a look back into the paper’s archives, at the people and events that have made the news over BU’s past 60 years. Tuesday, Nov. 21, 1967 “Three-day fast for peace raises $400 in two days” More than 100 Binghamton University (then known as Harpur College) students raised $400 by participating in a three-day fast “in witness to the immorality of the Vietnam war.”…

In an effort led by Student Association Executive Vice President Dave Belsky, a new version of the SA constitution has been drafted that will make considerable changes to the executive branch, removing several e-board positions. The new constitution would divide the executive branch into two sections: the executive board and the executive cabinet. The board would be composed of the president, executive vice president and the treasurer. If passed, the current e-board positions of vice president of multicultural affairs, academic vice president, vice president of university programming and director of communications would be removed from the executive board and become…

With spring semester registration well underway, many are dreading the arduous task of picking, arranging and coordinating their class schedules. Many sleepless nights will be spent by Binghamton University students fearing class lockouts, surprise restrictions or — worst of all — a schedule filled with 8:30s. Luckily, a crop of new Web sites have emerged in recent years to help students through this painful process. Currently, there are three sites available for use by BU students. The oldest, MyBing.com, was created by transfer student Uri Foox and became available to students in January of 2004. “I was a transfer student…

Last Wednesday’s Town Hall Meeting allowed students the opportunity to question and express concerns to members of the University’s administration regarding any aspect of campus life. While the event was scantily attended, averaging no more than 40 present at a time over the course of the nearly hour-and-a-half long session, Student Association president Michael Schiffman considers the event to have been a success. “I was actually quite pleased with the turnout,” Schiffman said. “Especially because we got the word out so late on this, I don’t think we could have expected much of a better turnout.” Schiffman said he viewed…

CURRENT RENOVATION PROJECTS - The renovations to the East Gym, as well as Newing College and Dickinson Community, are still in the planning stages. Contractors are currently working on designs for both projects. -“They’re working on those general designs, putting some ‘meat to the bones’ … I’m hoping when we come back after the holiday break we’ll be able to have many more conversations about it.” -James VanVoorst, Vice president for administration FUTURE CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION -Plans to build two new academic buildings were revealed, each to be completed by approximately 2013. One would fulfill the needs of the growing engineering…

Wednesday evening, a crowd of about 40 gathered in the Old University Union to attend this semester’s open house between students and administration. Vice President of Administration James VanVoorst, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Mary Ann Swain and Vice President of Student Affairs Rodger Summers were on hand to answer questions provided by students. Student Association President Michael Schiffman acted as emcee, directing questions pre-supplied by students to each of the three administrators in turn. Topics ranged from classroom space and various construction projects throughout campus to the always controversial add/drop deadline. “As a former faculty member, I…

Thursday night a crowd of approximately 50 gathered to hear Green Party U.S. Senate candidate Howie Hawkins detail his campaign platform. Hawkins, a co-founder of the Green Party, focused his speech on three major issues: ending the war in Iraq, health care and the implementation of renewable energy sources in New York. “It can’t get any worse over there,” said Hawkins of the situation in Iraq. “The violence is aimed at U.S. troops, and they’re directing it back at those people. If you withdraw the troops, the extremists will hopefully be isolated in their communities.” Hawkins is also calling for…

Two months into the semester, it’s already been a very hectic year for Binghamton University’s Student Association President Michael Schiffman. The senior finance major has been kept plenty busy with the responsibilities of his office. “On the one hand, we deal with the administration and problems that students, student groups or the executive board comes to me with,” Schiffman said. “Over the years the job has evolved a little bit, and in addition to just dealing with the problems that come up we also try to better life for the students here.” Dissatisfied with the way the office has run…

The science and philosophy communities joined together this weekend to explore the impact scientific discoveries have on the various mysteries of life. The Science and Enduring Mystery symposium was composed of a series of lectures by Binghamton University faculty and invited professors and was held on Friday and Saturday. “The purpose of the symposium was to explore how science creates mysteries — profound questions and problems for which we desperately want answers, but which we cannot get,” said Eric Dietrich, BU philosophy professor and a coordinator of the event. After writing a book on consciousness, Dietrich was struck by the…

Sunday morning provided ideal weather for the first annual Tour DeFleur 5K run/walk, as students, faculty and community members gathered together to raise money for charity. Forty-seven athletes participated in the event, which was organized by six resident assistants from housing communities across campus. Prizes were awarded to the first three men and women to complete the run, with Steve Cammisa coming in first for the men and Kelly Billingiere for the women. Although organizers said that University President Lois B. DeFleur had been invited to the event, she declined to attend, citing a scheduling conflict, but gave a donation…

At the start of a new semester, many students find it difficult to balance class, homework, jobs and a social life. But Binghamton University senior Corey Walker manages to do all four and more — he’s running his own election for public office. Walker, a political science major, is currently running for the Broome County Legislature for the town of Chenango on the Democratic ticket. “I’m in the age bracket that is the future tax base of this county,” he said. “If the current legislature keeps going the way it is, we’re just going to keep going downhill. If I’m…

When residents of College-in-the-Woods’ Mohawk and Cayuga halls moved into their dorms in August, many were surprised to find their common rooms unusually devoid of furniture. They have become increasingly angry as, three weeks into the semester, some of the furniture was only recently returned. The furniture was removed from the buildings over the summer in order to undergo cleaning and repairs. While missing couches and chairs have recently been returned to Cayuga, residents in Mohawk were living with only minimal common room furniture until yesterday, when a number of chairs and an ottoman were returned. “I think this is…

WHRW marked another milestone this summer when DJ Mad Man Mark broke the station’s record for continuous hours on the air. In an effort to raise money for the station, he remained on air for 52 1/2 hours. “I could have gone even longer,” said Mark, whose real name is Mark Rosenberg. “My stamina was there and I had even more music to play.” During the marathon, which ran from 4 p.m. June 18 until 8:30 p.m. June 20, Rosenberg played the music of local bands, Bill Cosby sketches and scenes from movies, and gave away prizes. Dave Plotkin, a…

•Feb. 4, 1966 — WHRW begins broadcasting on 90.5 FM at 7:30 p.m. with a 50-person staff. WHRW becomes the third FM station in the Triple Cities, with offices in the Harpur College Student Center (now known as the Old University Union). •February 1967 — In an interview on WHRW, then-Binghamton Mayor Joseph Estworthy speaks in favor of legalizing the use of marijuana. •April 1968 — The WHRW antenna is moved from the Student Center to the top of the newly-completed Glenn G. Bartle Library Tower. As the antenna is being moved, it comes close to crashing into the Student…

For WHRW, Binghamton University’s only campus radio station, Homecoming Weekend will commemorate more than its returning alumni. The station has planned events throughout the Oct. 13 to Oct. 15 weekend to celebrate past achievements and the continuing success of the station, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. One of the planned events is Alumni Radio, where WHRW alumni are paired with active disc jockeys to host shows throughout the weekend. “Former DJs, people from 30 years ago, even 40 years ago, might show up,” said Richard Bellin, the station’s general manager. “They come on, we put a DJ who…

In response to constant crowding in the Glenn G. Bartle Library’s new Information Commons, project coordinators are speeding up the process of expanding the new area, adding more computers to accommodate increased demand as finals week approaches. “We’re looking into bringing in more computers to fill in the existing alcoves for the rest of the term,” said John Meador, director of University library services. Vice President for Administration James VanVoorst took action after students present at last week’s town-hall style open forum with administrators — where he was a panelist — expressed concerns that the limited number of computers made…

This November, construction is planned to begin on two new soccer fields, and restoration work will begin on several others. The endeavor is to be funded by a $5 million grant secured by Senator Thomas Libous for Binghamton University. “It’s been proposed that we update our outdoor venues,” said Jim Norris, BU’s associate athletic director. “We’ve put together a master plan to pretty much update them all.” The first fields to be completed will be the soccer practice and competition fields, to be located behind the West Gym; the lacrosse field, to be located between the soccer fields and the…

On April 9, three Binghamton University students will travel to San Antonio, Texas, to compete in the world finals of the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC), sponsored by IBM. The students will compete for various awards, prizes and — of course — bragging rights. The event is run by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), the oldest and largest professional society for computer programmers. Teams are given eight or more extremely difficult real world programming problems to complete within five hours. The team that solves the most problems in the fewest attempts with the least cumulative time is declared the…

As students returned from spring break last week, many were in for a surprise when they attempted to work in the South PODs located in the Engineering Building — the PODs were no longer there. As of March 19, the South PODs have been permanently closed in order to allow more space for Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science students and faculty. In its place, the Information Commons has been opened in the Glenn G. Bartle Library. The Information Commons combines the resources of both the PODs and the reference department. Along with containing revamped desks and computers, it…

Lecture Hall One was packed to capacity Saturday night as Black Panther Party co-founder Bobby Seale addressed an audience of 500. The event, sponsored by Binghamton University’s Black Student Union, was the concluding event of the University’s Black History Month celebration. Dr. Michael O. West, associate professor of sociology at Binghamton and the opening speaker, started off the lecture by describing the Civil Rights Movement as a whole and illustrating Seale’s involvement. “Bobby Seale has been on the battlefield a long time,” he said. “He fought. He suffered. He is still fighting.” After a 40-minute delay caused by technical difficulties,…

As winter settles into Binghamton, students find it necessary to make certain adjustments in their lifestyles in order to survive. While this may mean getting up a few minutes earlier to clean snow off your car or throwing on a few extra layers before walking down to class, it’s comforting to know that some aspects of student life will never change — one of them being what girls are wearing downtown. Like postmen, many girls are willing to brave rain, sleet and dark of night in order to wear their miniskirts. This leaves many wondering just how students are staying…