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Community organizers spearhead housing justice rally, encampment
To advocate for their unhoused neighbors affected by the housing crisis and demand action from local officials, community members held a rally outside the Broome County Department of Social Services office. The...
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Gov. Hochul, State Legislature expand Tuition Assistance Program
More than 40,000 newly eligible students have submitted applications for New York’s Tuition Assistance Program following eligibility expansion and increased funding. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced significant changes to TAP in April 2024,...
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Alumnus publishes book with tips for the classroom
Perry Binder ‘81, a professor at Georgia State University, recently authored his fourth book, helping professors and teachers brainstorm creative ways to engage students. The book, “Innovative College Teaching: Tips & Insights...
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After eight years of vacancy, referendum to change Human Rights Commission appointments will face voters
Aside from the multitude of candidates for elected office, Binghamton voters will see a referendum to change how members of the Binghamton Human Rights Commission are appointed on their ballot this November....
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How will the presidential election shape the federal judiciary?
With the presidential race approaching the finish line, campus and local political organizations weighed in on how the election might shape the future of the federal judiciary. Former President Donald Trump, who...
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Marc Molinaro, Josh Riley battle once again for the 19th Congressional District
After a narrow victory two years ago, Rep. Marc Molinaro, a Republican, is facing Democratic challenger Josh Riley in a rematch for New York’s 19th Congressional District seat. In the 2022 general...
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Southern Tier Women's Health Services provides local reproductive care
Southern Tier Women’s Health Services, a reproductive health clinic in Vestal, seeks to provide a haven for those in need of abortion care and other related services. Providing care to patients since...
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Alumnus publishes book sharing laundry tips and tricks
Alumnus Zach Pozniak ‘15, a professional dry cleaner, released a book on Oct. 15, sharing his laundry tips and tricks. Pozniak is a fourth-generation dry cleaner who works with his father at...
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Phi Alpha Delta creates scholarship to honor recently passed alumnus
Phi Alpha Delta, a co-ed pre-law fraternity, has partnered with Binghamton High School to establish the Christian Dela Cruz Phi Alpha Delta Memorial Scholarship, which honors Christian Kevin Diwa Dela Cruz ‘14,...
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Village of Endicott receives millions to fight water contamination
The village of Endicott will receive over $25 million in grants and loans as part of a $665 million statewide initiative for affordable water infrastructure projects announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul last...