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Thomas Libous dead at 63

He was elected to Binghamton city council and represented the South Side in 1984, and was re-elected in 1987. ...


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POLICE WATCH: May 3, 2016

Grilled with Regret FRIDAY, April 29, 10:52 p.m. — Officers were called to Lot N Friday night for criminal mischief, said Investigator Patrick Reilly of Binghamton’s New York State University Police (UPD)....


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'One World' raises money for special needs group home

Special needs can encompass much more than developmental disorders like autism and Down syndrome. Dani Preiser, a junior majoring in psychology, is trying to spread that message. That is why she founded...


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In 12 hours, Relay for Life raises $36K for cancer research

More than 800 students and community members stayed up all night long to raise money for the American Cancer Society at Binghamton University’s annual Relay for Life. The relay took place in...


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Decker School of Nursing names new dean

After an extensive search, Mario Ortiz has been chosen as the new dean of the Decker School of Nursing at Binghamton University. Ortiz is leaving his position as dean of the Vera...


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Jennifer Courtney, ’87, discusses struggles in male-dominated industry

Jennifer Courtney is a Binghamton University alumna, an actress, a screenwriter and also, notably, the sister of Stephanie Courtney — better known as “Flo” from Progressive. On Friday, she returned to BU...


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BU alumnus portrayed in ‘The Big Short’ hosts screening, Q&A

Vincent Daniel not only predicted the financial crash of 2008, but was also part of an organized plan to bet against the housing market and make a profit on the trades. His...


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BU alumna explores roots of substance abuse, seeks solutions

Substance abuse has long been studied by psychologists, but new advances in research have enabled scientists to reevaluate old treatment methods. On Friday, Binghamton University alumna Clara Bradizza came as part of...


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Former history and Africana studies professor remembered at memorial

Faculty, staff and students gathered in the Admissions Center to honor the memory of Akbar Muhammad, an associate professor emeritus of history and Africana studies who passed away in early April at...


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Summertime skincare: Keep yourself safe and healthy in the sun

The most common levels of SPF are 15, 30 and 50. Although the gap between numbers appears to show a huge jump in protection level, the change is relatively minute, with only ...