Nicolas Vega

20 Articles

Students approve of Blackboard alternative

By Nicolas Vega -

After a semester of testing, Binghamton University officials have not yet determined whether they will replace Blackboard with Canvas, an alternative Learning Management system which was piloted by several classes this semester.

Student Association merges PAWS and B-Involved

By Nicolas Vega -

In an effort to get more students involved on campus, the Student Association introduced a new website to consolidate student groups and membership, but it’s getting a lukewarm reception from club leaders.

Greek life forum targets off-campus frats

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Binghamton Greek Life began developing a plan of attack on Wednesday for the daunting task of reeling in BU’s two most notorious off-campus frats.

Debate team looks to fund national tournament

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Two weekends ago, the top pair of BU policy debaters qualified for the National Debate Tournament — the most prestigious event in college — but budget constraints may keep the team from attending.

BTV relaunches channel, once again

By Nicolas Vega and Jeremy Bernstein -

After three turbulent years, BTV, rebranded TheNewBTV, celebrated its official comeback with a grand opening ceremony Friday afternoon.

BU speeds to second place in cycling race

By Nicolas Vega -

Binghamton University students have trekked thousands of miles, through Mayan ruins and outer space, riding BU toward the top of a national cycling leader board — all without leaving the comfort of FitSpace.