B-Welcome

What is B-Welcome?

Celebrate the beginning of the semester with activities, events, open houses and fun as we welcome all students to campus!

Be sure to check our calendar and the B-Engaged app for updates. #BWelcome

If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate in any of these events, please contact the host of the event or email dos@binghamton.edu. We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.

See event details and the full list of daily events below and add them to your calendar. Don't forget to register on B-engaged for the events you plan on attending, see you there!

B-Open

Find out what’s open and who to contact during the opening weeks of the semester. 

B-Welcome events calendar

Aug
14
Thu
9:00am - 3:45pm
General Advising will be held in the Main Office (OH 110) and Departmental Advising (Biology, Environmental Studies, and Economics) will be held in the Atrium
Harpur Academic Advising is available to meet with Harpur students in Old Champlain Hall. Drop-ins & Call-ins are available from 9am-3:45pm. Please note that from 3pm-3:45pm, all advising will be held in the Main Office while the Atrium hosts New Student International Advising.
10:00am - 2:00pm
C4 Dickinson Lounge
Enjoy a brunch and get all your Jewish needs met!
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual (see description for details)
Join the Fleishman Career Center and the Graduate School for an informational session introducing Beyond the Professoriate, a career development platform designed specifically for doctoral students and postdocs. Learn how to navigate the platform’s tools and resources to explore diverse career options, develop job search strategies, and hear from PhDs who have successfully transitioned into roles beyond academia on the platform's interview library. Whether you're early in your program or planning your next steps, this session will help you make the most of your doctoral experience.

Please pre- register on Zoom:

If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate, please contact Fleishman Center at careers@binghamton.edu We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Old Champlain, Room 240 (Elevator 2R or up the stairs past the vending machines) OR Virtual
Did you know that Binghamton offers over 50 education abroad programs, and there are approximately 600 options through SUNY? You can take courses, complete an internship, participate in a service-learning project, or even conduct research almost anywhere in the world. Drop-in advising is available for students to talk with a member of the education abroad advising team about anything related to study abroad! Remember, it's never too early to start planning!

In-person:
Old Champlain, room 240. A member of our office will be at reception to greet you!

Virtual:
Registration is not needed for this event. When you enter the Zoom room, you will be placed in a waiting room where you will be asked to complete the survey here: . This prevents "Zoom bombing" and helps us better advise you.

We look forward to chatting with you!

For questions about accessibility or to request a disability-related accommodation, please contact iegi@binghamton.edu
4:00pm - 8:00pm
UU 120
Our Transition and (Transfer)mation Summit is your opportunity to engage with other new transfer students, get a jump start on your career development, and begin to get acclimated to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and the local community. Please note: This is a Pre-Registration Program Only
4:00pm - 11:00pm
The Undergrounds
The Union welcomes all students to join us in The Undergrounds, located in The Union, to check out the Undergrounds space! Come and check out our game offerings including foosball, shuffle board, table tennis and billiards. And don't forget, to visit the bowling lanes featuring automatic scoring! Bowling is free for currently enrolled undergraduate students. Shoe rental is 50 cents. It's happening at The Union, so come check us out!
Aug
15
Fri
9:00am - 9:15am
Virtual (see description for details)
Industrial and systems engineers study complex systems and look for simplifying solutions across all environments and fields of study, including manufacturing, management, health systems and data analytics. If you are interested in data-driven analysis, optimization and systems-driven improvement efforts, we welcome you to attend an interactive webinar with Q&A with ISE Graduate Director Sarah Lam. The MS ISE program is open to all majors but students with non-engineering backgrounds may have to complete a few gap courses.

9:00am - 5:00pm
UU 120
Our Transition and (Transfer)mation Summit is your opportunity to engage with other new transfer students, get a jump start on your career development, and begin to get acclimated to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and the local community. Please Note: This is a Pre-Registration Program Only
9:00am - 3:45pm
General Advising will be held in the Main Office (OH 110) and Departmental Advising (Biology, Environmental Studies, and Economics) will be held in the Atrium
Harpur Academic Advising is available to meet with Harpur students in Old Champlain Hall. Drop-ins & Call-ins are available from 9am-3:45pm.
9:00am - 5:00pm
Spine Location D (By Library Tower)
Want to add some decorations to your room? Looking for that perfect poster? Then come out to the annual poster sale held outside the Library Tower on the Spine. A wide range of posters will be available for sale. Come check it out!
10:00am - 2:00pm
C4 Dickinson Lounge
Enjoy a brunch and get all your Jewish needs met!
10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside Admissions Center (Inside The Brain)
Res Life will once again have the Big Chair for move-in weekend! Stop by outside the Admissions Center and get your photo with family or friends in the Big Chair. Your photo will be printed on site so you can take it with you for a great memento of move-in weekend! We will be there Friday-Sunday (8/15-8/17) from 10am-2pm.
11:00am - 4:00pm
East Gym
Explore the East Gym at your own pace with a self-guided tour. You can also purchase your fitness membership while you're here.
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual (see description for details)
Did you know that Binghamton offers over 50 education abroad programs, and there are approximately 600 options through SUNY? You can take courses, complete an internship, participate in a service-learning project, or even conduct research almost anywhere in the world. Drop-in advising is available for students to talk with a member of the education abroad advising team about anything related to study abroad! Remember, it's never too early to start planning!

Virtual:
Registration is not needed for this event. When you enter the Zoom room, you will be placed in a waiting room where you will be asked to complete the survey here: . This prevents "Zoom bombing" and helps us better advise you.

We look forward to chatting with you!

For questions about accessibility or to request a disability-related accommodation, please contact iegi@binghamton.edu
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Old Union Hall
Come join Parent and Family Programs for a Move-in Day reception. Take a break with refreshments, Binghamton swag, and giveaways. Come relax and chat with other new families, Campus Administrators, Faculty, and Staff.
2:00pm - 12:00am
The Undergrounds
The Union welcomes all students to join us in The Undergrounds, located in The Union, to check out the Undergrounds space! Come and check out our game offerings including foosball, shuffle board, table tennis and billiards. And don't forget, to visit the bowling lanes featuring automatic scoring! Bowling is free for currently enrolled undergraduate students. Shoe rental is 50 cents. It's happening at The Union, so come check us out!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Entrance to Bartle Library
In this library tour, new students will explore and learn about library spaces and services to assist them once classes begin. Bring your questions about ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Libraries!
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Peace Quad
Join your fellow new students for the first annual Party on the Peace Quad! We'll be featuring group laser tag tournaments, a photo booth, a variety of lawn games, FREE ice cream, music and a live DJ. Come out and meet other new students and join the party!
6:00pm - 11:55pm
Peace Quad
Join us on the Peace Quad for this annual event!
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillel Lounge
Join Hillel for Reform Shabbat Services!
6:30pm - 7:30pm
UUW 324
Join Hillel for Conservative Shabbat Services!
7:30pm - 8:30pm
C4MPR
Join Hillel for Shabbat Dinner!
Aug
16
Sat
9:00am - 5:00pm
Spine Location D (By Library Tower)
Want to add some decorations to your room? Looking for that perfect poster? Then come out to the annual poster sale held outside the Library Tower on the Spine. A wide range of posters will be available for sale. Come check it out!
10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside Admissions Center (Inside The Brain)
Res Life will once again have the Big Chair for move-in weekend! Stop by outside the Admissions Center and get your photo with family or friends in the Big Chair. Your photo will be printed on site so you can take it with you for a great memento of move-in weekend! We will be there Friday-Sunday (8/15-8/17) from 10am-2pm.
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Peace Quad, Outside Fine Arts
Did you attend New Student Orientation this Summer and LOVE spending time with your Orientation Advisor? Stop by our Dunk Tank in front of Fine Arts for a chance to reconnect with them...and dunk them!
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Entrance to Bartle Library
In this library tour, new students will explore and learn about library spaces and services to assist them once classes begin. Bring your questions about ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Libraries!
1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Gym
Explore the East Gym at your own pace with a self-guided tour. You can also purchase your fitness membership while you're here.
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Entrance to Bartle Library
In this library tour, new students will explore and learn about library spaces and services to assist them once classes begin. Bring your questions about ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Libraries!
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Old Union Hall
Come join Parent and Family Programs for a Move-in Day reception. Take a break with refreshments, Binghamton swag, and giveaways. Come relax and chat with other new families, Campus Administrators, Faculty, and Staff.
2:00pm - 12:00am
The Undergrounds
The Union welcomes all students to join us in The Undergrounds, located in The Union, to check out the Undergrounds space! Come and check out our game offerings including foosball, shuffle board, table tennis and billiards. And don't forget, to visit the bowling lanes featuring automatic scoring! Bowling is free for currently enrolled undergraduate students. Shoe rental is 50 cents. It's happening at The Union, so come check us out!
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Peace Quad
Come out and meet the staff from Campus Bible Fellowship and get your welcome back kit giveaway item!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Lounge of Your Residence Hall
You have met your Community Assistant and your roommate, now is your chance to meet the rest of the people living on your floor!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Lounge of Your Residence Hall
You have met your Community Assistant and your roommate, now is your chance to meet the rest of the people living on your floor!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Lounge of Your Residence Hall
You have met your Community Assistant and your roommate, now is your chance to meet the rest of the people living on your floor!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Lounge of Your Residence Hall
You have met your Community Assistant and your roommate, now is your chance to meet the rest of the people living on your floor!
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Lounge of Your Residence Hall
You have met your Community Assistant and your roommate, now is your chance to meet the rest of the people living on your floor!
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bearcat Sports Complex Practice Field
Attention all incoming students! Kickoff your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ journey with our annual B-Photo tradition! Students will be given a "Class of 2029" t-shirt and placed into the shape of Binghamton's famous 'B.
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Events Center
Immediately following the B-Photo, join your incoming classmates to a catered meal in the Event Center! Here you can sign the "Class of 2029" Banner and get to know your fellow Bearcats!
6:00pm - 8:00pm
East Gym
Check out our brand-new cardio equipment, functional training zone and recovery area with free access to the FitSpace fitness center. You can also shoot hoops in the gymnasium, go for a swim in the pool and more. Don’t forget your BingU ID card! Day-use lockers are available.
7:00pm - 11:30pm
Mandela Room
Join B-Healthy in Wellness Bingo! We are excited to promote the dimensions of wellness through a fun game of Bingo for all incoming students. Let's kick-off the year with wellness!
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Hinman Hill [Rain Location: Hinman Dining Center Room 1200]
Join us for a special outdoor showing of the movie Up! It's a great way to meet other Hinman residents. We will be serving free popcorn.
Aug
17
Sun
9:00am - 5:00pm
Spine Location D (By Library Tower)
Want to add some decorations to your room? Looking for that perfect poster? Then come out to the annual poster sale held outside the Library Tower on the Spine. A wide range of posters will be available for sale. Come check it out!
10:00am - 11:00am
Meet outside of bookstore
Got your class schedule and unsure of where certain spaces are on campus? Meet the Orientation Advisors outside the Bookstore and they will help you walk your schedule!
10:00am - 11:00am
Old Rafuse Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside Admissions Center (Inside The Brain)
Res Life will once again have the Big Chair for move-in weekend! Stop by outside the Admissions Center and get your photo with family or friends in the Big Chair. Your photo will be printed on site so you can take it with you for a great memento of move-in weekend! We will be there Friday-Sunday (8/15-8/17) from 10am-2pm.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Marcy Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Mountainview College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Dana Stewart and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Bingham Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Newing College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor John Starks and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Mohawk Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in College In The Woods. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Andy Merriwether and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:00am - 1:00pm
Outside of Bookstore
Are you a fan of the New York Times Connections Game? Stop by our table on The Spine to play Binghamton's Version! Players will sort Binghamton-related words into categories for a chance to win a small prize.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Hinman Dining Center (1200 Multi-Purpose Room)
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Hinman College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Kristina Marty and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:30am - 12:30pm
Old Digman Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:00pm - 7:00pm
East Gym
Check out our brand-new cardio equipment, functional training zone and recovery area with free access to the FitSpace fitness center. You can also shoot hoops in the gymnasium, go for a swim in the pool and more. Don’t forget your BingU ID card! Day-use lockers are available.
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hunter Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Mountainview College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Dana Stewart and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Mohawk Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in College In The Woods. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Andy Merriwether and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hinman Dining Center (1200 Multi-Purpose Room)
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Hinman College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Kristina Marty and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Broome Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Newing College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor John Starks and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digman Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hinman Dining Center (1200 Multi-Purpose Room)
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Hinman College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Kristina Marty and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fleishman Center, UU 133
Start your academic year out right with some FREE Ice Cream Treats as you mingle with other new and returning transfer students. You will have an opportunity to get your "class of XXXX" shirt (as supplies last) and pick up this year's Common Read book!
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet outside of bookstore
Got your class schedule and unsure of where certain spaces are on campus? Meet the Orientation Advisors outside the Bookstore and they will help you walk your schedule!
2:00pm - 12:00am
The Undergrounds
The Union welcomes all students to join us in The Undergrounds, located in The Union, to check out the Undergrounds space! Come and check out our game offerings including foosball, shuffle board, table tennis and billiards. And don't forget, to visit the bowling lanes featuring automatic scoring! Bowling is free for currently enrolled undergraduate students. Shoe rental is 50 cents. It's happening at The Union, so come check us out!
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Delaware Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Newing College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor John Starks and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mohawk Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in College In The Woods. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Andy Merriwether and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Old Union Hall
Build quick and authentic connections with other students at friendworking! You will meet others who enjoy the same interests as you and also learn about the different on-campus and off-campus events, resources and organizations that relate to your interests! If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate, please contact Fleishman Center at careers@binghamton.edu We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Endicott Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Newing College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor John Starks and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mohawk Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in College In The Woods. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Andy Merriwether and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chabad at Binghamton, 420 Murray Hill Rd, Vestal, NY 13850, USA
Join us for a huge dinner, meet friends, get swag & be part of the official Chabad Welcome!
8:30pm - 10:30pm
Mountainview Firepit outside of Appalachian Dining
Join us for a sweet night under the stars! Come to the Mountainview Firepit to roast marshmallows, make s’mores, and enjoy great company.
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Peace Quad
Grab your friends, your pickaxe, and a blanket, it’s movie nite under the stars! Join us on the Peace Quad for a special outdoor screening of A Minecraft Movie. Enjoy free popcorn and build something epic with our giant blocks before the show starts. See you there, builders!
Aug
18
Mon
9:00am - 4:00pm
General Advising will be held in the Main Office (OH 110) and Departmental Advising (Biology, Environmental Studies, and Economics) will be held in the Atrium
Harpur Academic Advising is available to meet with Harpur students in Old Champlain Hall. Drop-ins and Call-ins are available from 9am-4pm.
9:00am - 5:00pm
Spine Location D (By Library Tower)
Want to add some decorations to your room? Looking for that perfect poster? Then come out to the annual poster sale held outside the Library Tower on the Spine. A wide range of posters will be available for sale. Come check it out!
10:00am - 11:00am
Rafuse Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:00am - 12:15pm
Studio B, Fine Arts 196
Let's get musical with the songs of Broadway with musical theatre professors Tommy Iafrate, Peter Sicilian, and Madeline Harts. Questions about voice lessons, musical theater courses, and auditions can be answered here too!
11:00am - 1:00pm
B36 and B40 on the basement level of the Anderson Center and Studio A, Fine Arts 192
Meet the faculty and staff of Theatre Design, Technology at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ! Learn about classes and opportunities in scenery, lighting, costumes, sound, props, and more. For students who are interested in any of these areas and want to learn from working professionals in the field!
11:00am - 12:00pm
Top of Lot M1 Shelter
Join the Steward of Natural Areas for an introductory walk of the BU Nature Preserve. Learn the Nature Preserve’s purpose, history, and how students use it.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Cascade Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Mountainview College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Dana Stewart and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
11:30am - 1:30pm
Meet at the University Union
Join New Student Programs and learn how to navigate the Binghamton bus system!
11:30am - 12:30pm
Johnson Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hinman Dining Center (1200 Multi-Purpose Room)
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Hinman College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Kristina Marty and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Virtual: Advanced registration is required at: https://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-academic-boot-camp-august-2025/
Are you getting ready to go on the academic job market? Join Beyond Prof for a week of webinars designed to help you prepare your job documents, get your questions answered, and create a career plan that will help you decide next steps.

Each webinar will demystify the various documents that make up an application package and help you understand the hiring process for academic positions. You’ll learn strategies you need to clearly and confidently communicate who you are as an educator and scholar to hiring committees.

These sessions are designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs from all disciplines who want to strengthen their application package. All sessions are held between 12-12:45 PM.

August 18 – Cover Letters
August 19 – Research statements
August 20 – Teaching statements
August 21 – Teaching portfolios
August 22 – What if I’m not successful this year?

Webinars will be held via Zoom webinar and will be recorded. Advanced registration is required.

You can register at:
12:00pm - 7:00pm
East Gym
Check out our brand-new cardio equipment, functional training zone and recovery area with free access to the FitSpace fitness center. You can also shoot hoops in the gymnasium, go for a swim in the pool and more. Don’t forget your BingU ID card! Day-use lockers are available.
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Windham Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Mountainview College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Dana Stewart and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Nursing Learning Community
Visit the Decker Division of Advising and Academic Excellence B-Welcome drop in advising hours to discuss schedule changes or referrals to campus resources! Visit our events calendar for details and additional opportunities to connect with advising!
12:45pm - 2:00pm
Watters Theater
Come play theatre games, do improvisations, have fun, and meet other theatre-loving students with Acting/Directing faculty from the Theatre Dept. Information on acting classes and audition opportunities (for both THEA 208 and upcoming productions) will be discussed here as well! This fun and interactive workshop will also prepare students for auditions for THEA 208, an Acting I class for students with previous experience in acting or students who want to get actor training at a deeper level. Auditions for THEA 208 will happen on Monday, Aug. 18 from 6:30 - 9:00p.m. Please contact Professor Elizabeth Mozer instructor of THEA 208 at emozer@binghamton.edu for more information and an audition time slot.
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual (see description for details)
Want to make the most of your internship this fall? Learn how you can earn upper-level college credit for your internship experience by enrolling in CDCI 395, a course open to students in any major and offered through the Fleishman Career Center.

Why take CDCI 395?
CDCI 395 is an online, asynchronous course on Brightspace that complements your internship. Each week, you’ll dive into short readings, discussions, and activities designed to give you a competitive edge in your future career. You’ll build essential skills employers look for, including:
✨ Leadership
✨ Networking
✨ Professionalism
✨ Teamwork
✨ Equity & inclusion in the workplace
✨ Critical thinking

All while reflecting on and growing from your real-world internship experience!

You can choose to earn 2, 4, or 8 credits, depending on how many hours you’re working at your internship.

Join us for a quick Zoom info session to learn more about the largest credit-bearing internship program on campus and how you can take advantage of it this fall.

Zoom Event:



If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate, please contact Fleishman Center at careers@binghamton.edu We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
UU 111
Join Success Coaching in the Union before classes start to decorate, create and organize your own planner, calendar or notebook! Free stickers, planners and other supplies will be provided! Make an appointment today!
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Top of Lot M1 Shelter
Join the Steward of Natural Areas for an introductory walk of the BU Nature Preserve. Learn the Nature Preserve’s purpose, history, and how students use it.
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Around Campus
If you see our decorated Gem Car around campus, stop by and answer our ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ trivia questions for a chance to win a prize!
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lecture Hall 02 (first) & AP G-17
This is a great opportunity for new transfers (and others) to find their Fall 2025 classrooms before classes start to avoid feeling lost during the first week of classes! We will have student volunteers on hand to take students around campus to locate classrooms. Afterwards, snacks will be provided in the Transfer Student Success Office on AP G-17.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
O'Connor Hall Great Room
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Dickinson Community. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Ben Fordham and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
1:30pm - 4:00pm
UU 103
SWE, along with SASE, NSBE, and SHPE, would like to welcome all incoming Watson freshmen and transfer students to join us on Monday, the 18th, at 1:30 PM in UU 103! This event is a great opportunity to hear about some of the Watson clubs on campus and connect with upperclassmen who can answer any questions you may have. Students from multiple engineering disciplines will be there, so if you have any specific questions about your major, we can help with those, too!
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet in your building lobby
Bring a copy of your class schedule and tour around campus!
2:00pm - 12:00am
The Undergrounds
The Union welcomes all students to join us in The Undergrounds, located in The Union, to check out the Undergrounds space! Come and check out our game offerings including foosball, shuffle board, table tennis and billiards. And don't forget, to visit the bowling lanes featuring automatic scoring! Bowling is free for currently enrolled undergraduate students. Shoe rental is 50 cents. It's happening at The Union, so come check us out!
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Peace Quad
Come out and play some games and follow a student to find your classrooms for Tuesday! Come out and meet the staff of Campus Bible Fellowship too.
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Studio B, Fine Arts 196
If you are a new student who has been accepted to Binghamton’s Musical Theatre BFA, or if you’d like to audition for this program, please plan on attending this session to learn essential information, ensure that you’re signed up for the required first-year courses, and meet your cohort of musical theatre performers!
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hinman Dining Center (1200 Multi-Purpose Room)
New Students! Come out and connect with other new students in Hinman College. You will have a chance to learn about this year's Common Read Experience book, "Seek You" by Kristen Radtke. At this program, we will unpack the book's themes, provide a chance to meet your new neighbors, meet with your College Professor Kristina Marty and chat about the Common Read Experience. FREE Pizza and drinks will be provided! Also, all students in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a $50 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Bookstore Credit.
2:45pm - 5:00pm
Meet at the University Union
Join New Student Programs and learn how to navigate the Binghamton bus system!
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Depart from Hillside Commons
Join the Apartments Community for a campus tour!
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Your Residence Hall's Lobby
Meet a Dickinson CA from your building to go on a tour of academic buildings on the main campus. Bring a copy of your schedule with you! Tours will leave promptly at 3:00pm and 4:00pm!


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