Campus News
COVID-19 Compliance Response Team established to alleviate RA duties
This semester, resident assistants (RAs) have taken on the new role of coronavirus policy enforcement officers. To alleviate the demands on RAs, Binghamton University created a COVID-19 Compliance Response Team. Prior to...
Campus News
BU under federal investigation for free speech concerns
The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) has begun a federal investigation into Binghamton University to determine if it has violated students’ free speech and free inquiry rights as protected by the First...
Campus News
All University classes to move online for two weeks in response to rising coronavirus cases
Amid rising coronavirus cases both on and off campus, Binghamton University has moved all learning online for two weeks starting Thursday, according to a B-Line News Addition from BU President Harvey Stenger...
Campus News
Culture Chats move online
As students cope with the realities of a college experience during the global coronavirus pandemic, the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) continues to offer an accessible social outlet for students of color at...
Campus News
Jewish students at BU celebrate holidays during COVID-19
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are two Jewish holidays that fall between September and October every year. While classes have not been held on the High Holidays in the past, this semester...
Student Association
SA proposes mandatory sexual assault class for credit
As students continue to push for campus reform surrounding sexual assault awareness and prevention, the Student Association (SA) proposed the introduction of a mandatory class to be taken for credit as a...
Campus News
Professors adjust to new instruction styles during COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has forced professors and students to spend the semester learning how to adjust to the hybrid and online instructional model adopted by Binghamton University. New York State Gov. Andrew...
Campus News
Waste management at BU sees increase in recycling, proper disposal
There’s many bins scattered around Binghamton University with some labeled “trash” and others “recycle” and sometimes, a student may come across one with a “paper” designation. But, once a student places their...
Campus News
BU Libraries faces budget cuts following University financial troubles
As a result of Binghamton University’s financial troubles, BU Libraries is receiving a large budget cut, causing the cancellations of certain subscriptions that may impact University research. BU Libraries’ budget previously experienced...
Campus News
Positive test rate for COVID-19 remains low, BU calls for more compliance with health and safety guidelines
As Binghamton University enters its fourth week of classes utilizing a hybrid model, the positive test rate for the coronavirus remains low compared to other SUNY schools. However, student compliance is still...