Mar
19
Sat
2016
Bearcats Athletics Gathering – Metro New York
Mar 19 @ 21:00 – 23:30

For the first time in history, the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships will be held in New York City, at Madison Square Garden. On behalf of Binghamton University Athletics, I invite you to join us for an alumni gathering in Manhattan on Saturday, Mar. 19 .

Join the Bearcats Wrestling Coaches and athletics administrators for a celebration of this historic event at the Houndstooth Pub from 3-5:30 p.m..

The cost to attend this event is $15/per person and includes an assortment of hors d’oeuvres and a drink ticket. A cash bar will be available for additional drinks. We ask that you register online prior to Wednesday, Mar. 16. If you have questions, contact the office of Alumni Engagement at 607-777-2424 or [email protected].

This event is co-sponsored by the Binghamton University Alumni Association and the Varsity Club.

I hope you will be able to join us!

Patrick Elliott
Binghamton University – Athletics Director

Mar
23
Wed
2016
Paint Night – Long Island
Mar 23 @ 00:30 – Mar 23 @ 03:00

Join us as one of Paint & Main’s talented instructors helps us discover our artistic sides!

We will be painting “Twilight” (pictured here).

Painters are welcome to BYOB (wine and beer only due to the studio’s permit restrictions).

Free parking is located in the municipal lot located directly across the street from the studio. Paint & Main is a two-minute walk from the Farmingdale Long Island Railroad Train Station.

The cost of $40/person includes a glass of wine, non-alcoholic drinks, light refreshments and all painting supplies.

Alumni may register up to one non-alumni guest to attend the event.

Please register online by Monday, March 14th. Space is limited.

If you have any questions, contact the Alumni Engagement Office at 607-777-2424 or [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

Sara DiBella ’03 and Valerie Potopsingh ‘04
Event Planners

Mar
31
Thu
2016
Alumni of Color Networking Event – Metro New York
Mar 31 @ 01:00 – Mar 31 @ 04:00

Join us in the city for an upcoming Alumni of Color Networking event at The Park 112 for an opportunity to meet and network with other alumni in the Metro New York area.

The cost to attend this event is $20 per person and includes a drink ticket and an assortment of appetizers. A cash bar will be available for additional drinks. Please register online by Monday, March 28th to attend.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at 607-777-2424 or [email protected].

I hope to see you there!

Taris Rodney ’08
Member, Alumni Association Board of Directors
Leader, Alumni of Color Network

Apr
6
Wed
2016
TIER Talks “Chaos in the 21st Century? The Future of U.S. Foreign Policy” – Metro NY
Apr 6 @ 01:00 – Apr 6 @ 04:00

TIER (Talks that Inspire, Educate and Resonate) Talks is a showcase for the intellectual prowess of our community of scholars. Our discussion on April 5 will be an eye-opener on the position of our nation in the arena of global politics.

The Destabilization of the Middle East, Asia and Europe: “Pitfalls, Challenges and Opportunities for U.S. Foreign Policy”
Dr. Ricardo René Larémont is professor of political science and sociology at Binghamton University, serving on our faculty since 1997.

A Changing World, the Ascendance of China, Domestic Political Dysfunction, and Other Internal Impediments: “Is a Coherent U.S. Foreign Policy Even Possible?”
Dr. Eric Schwartz ’79 has held a number of high-level positions including U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees and Migration; UN Deputy Special Envoy for Tsunami Recovery; and Senior Director and Special Assistant to the President for Multilateral and Humanitarian Affairs.

Registration for this event is now full.

Questions? Please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at 607-777-2424 or [email protected]

Apr
9
Sat
2016
Hockey Night – Rochester
Apr 9 @ 02:00 – Apr 9 @ 04:00

Join with fellow alumni as the Rochester Amerks face the Binghamton Senators. Be sure to show your #BingPride by wearing your best Binghamton University gear – or at least some green!

The cost to attend is $15/person. This ticket will give you a seat for the game in our special Binghamton University alumni section and a free $10 voucher for food and drinks!

Please register and prepay online by Wednesday, April 6 at 6 p.m. Alumni may register up to three guests. All ages are welcome.

Feel free to also join us before the game for happy hour in the Upper Atrium Bar featuring live music by Ryan Melquist and drink specials (cost not included in the ticket fee).

Click here for directions the Blue Cross Arena. Paid parking (ranging from $2 to $8) is available in the several ramp garages and surface lots surrounding the Arena. Parking for guests with disabilities is available. The Civic Center parking ramp has parking spaces for guests with disabilities with tunnel access to the arena and easy access to elevators.

Sincerely,
Meredith Martin ’06, Travis Martin ’07 and Diana Weber ’13
Rochester Chapter Co-Leaders

Apr
15
Fri
2016
Alumni Global Day of Service
Apr 15 – Apr 17 all-day

This initiative will unite alumni around the world (and Binghamton students locally) in meaningful service projects while demonstrating the power and reach of our alumni network. Projects can occur anytime during the weekend. You choose the day on which the service will take place.

The inaugural Global Day of Service took place on April 18, 2015, engaging 420 alumni volunteers in projects at more than 40 sites across the United States, and we also had a project in China. We want the 2016 effort to be even larger and more inclusive.

If you are interested in learning more and being involved, visit the Alumni Global Day of Service website.

TAU 55th Anniversary Celebration – Binghamton
Apr 15 – Apr 17 all-day

The Tau Alpha Upsilon Alumni Society and the Binghamton University Alumni Association
are pleased to invite you to the TAU 55th Anniversary Weekend

April 15 – 17, 2016

Come back to Binghamton for a weekend packed with TAU-style activities:

Happy Hour at the TAU House
Sporting games on campus
TAU Texas Hold ’em Tournament
55th Anniversary Semi-Informal with full bar (Dress code: Club attire)
Farewell Brunch – TAU Events Center Concourse Enhancement Dedication Ceremony

The full schedule of events for the anniversary weekend will be provided via e-mail in early April. The cost is $110/TAU Brother or $75/guest, plus an additional $25/person for the Texas Hold ’em Tournament (pay at event).

Register online today! The early registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 12, and the price will increase after that date.

For more information, please contact Geoff “Gerrry” Epstein ’89 at [email protected] or Justin Joseph ’05, MBA ’06 at [email protected].

Apr
20
Wed
2016
SUNY Day in DC
Apr 20 @ 00:30 – 02:30

You are invited to take part in our annual reception for DC-based alumni which will take place from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19th in the Cannon House Office Building, Cannon Caucus Room. Please see the attached invite and share with your fellow SUNY alumni. Many of you have joined us in the past and we hope you will do so again.

This event will showcase our students and faculty through displays by our campuses and food items prepared by our students. It provides a great networking opportunity as it is attended by Members and staff from our NY Congressional delegation, our SUNY campus presidents and senior staff, current students and faculty, and your fellow alumni.

To RSVP to the reception, please email [email protected] including your name, title, organization, alma mater and class year.

Apr
22
Fri
2016
Athletics Gathering – Metro NY
Apr 22 @ 01:30 – Apr 22 @ 04:00

Please join Patrick Elliott and our coaches for an opportunity to talk about Binghamton University Athletics. The event is being held on the 30th floor of the historic Graybar Building, with spectacular rooftop views of the Manhattan skyline.

The cost of $25/person includes hors d’oeuvres and a hosted bar.

Please register online by Monday, April 18.

For more information, contact Rebecca Hancock at (607) 777-3360 or [email protected].

May
4
Wed
2016
Real Estate Networking Happy Hour
May 4 @ 01:00 – May 4 @ 03:00

Do you work in the real estate field? Are you interested in meeting other alumni with similar interests to expand your network?

We invite you to our annual Real Estate Networking Event. This event builds on the large and continually growing Binghamton University real estate alumni presence, which has successfully hosted many events over the past few years. Whether this will be your first event or fourth event in as many years, we welcome all alumni both in the real estate world or those who would like to network with your fellow alumni.

The cost of $30/person includes an open bar with house wines and select domestic beer as well as an assortment of appetizers. Please register online prior to Friday, April 29. Alumni may register one guest.

This event is sponsored by the Binghamton University Alumni Association and the Metro New York Chapter. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at 607-777-2424 or [email protected].

I look forward to seeing you there!

Rory Clark ’05
Event Coordinator and Metro New York Chapter Co-Chair