Tyler Brechner
tbrechner@binghamton.edu
10 Articles
Community
New York Power Authority fields public comment on green energy plan
The New York Power Authority recently held a hearing at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton for its drafted Renewables Strategic Plan. Set forth by the inclusion of elements of the Build...
Campus News
Amid retention rate dip, University to launch 'Baxter chatbot' for new students
Following a dip in first-year retention and graduation rates, Binghamton University will launch an A.I. chatbot to increase awareness about campus resources and draw more student input on University services. The Dean...
News
Biden, Trump win New York presidential primary
New York’s Democratic and Republican presidential primaries resulted in overwhelming success for President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump — both parties’ presumptive nominees. Despite his win, many Democratic voters across...
TEDxBinghamton University 2024
Speakers share voyages at Odyssey-themed TEDxBinghamtonUniversity conference
TEDxBinghamtonUniversity held its 14th-annual conference, themed “Odyssey,” on Sunday in the Fine Arts Building’s Chamber Hall. This year’s speakers sought to center their talks around “breaking barriers and trailblazing forward toward a...
News
Gov. Hochul proposes $233 billion state budget
Advocating a pause in tax increases, Gov. Kathy Hochul released her $233 billion proposal for New York state’s 2025 fiscal year budget last month. The proposal came weeks earlier than the release...
Community
Hochul signs Clean Slate Act
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the Clean Slate Act last Thursday, sealing eligible felony and misdemeanor conviction records following an extended period after release. According to its supporters, the legislation aims...
Campus News
GSEU drops Living Wage Petition at rally outside Couper Administration Building
Continuing their Living Wage Campaign, Binghamton University’s Graduate Student Employees Union (GSEU) rallied in front of the Couper Administration Building Friday, delivering a petition advocating for the elimination of fees that graduate...
SUNY News
Gov. Kathy Hochul announces free application period for SUNY schools
From Oct. 16 to Oct. 29, prospective students can submit applications to five SUNY schools for free. The purpose of the free application period is to make the SUNY system more accessible...
Science & Research
NENY receives $1.5 million grant from Appalachian Regional Commission
The New Energy New York (NENY) initiative recently received a $1.5 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). This grant comes after NENY, a coalition led by Binghamton University to bolster...
Listicle
Renters' rights: what to know for first-time tenants
With over 18,600 students returning to Binghamton University this fall, the housing process is as competitive as ever. As the hunt for off-campus housing starts in earnest, here’s a guide on your...