President in the News - Archive
Public Survey For BU's Road Map
WBNG-TV - 10/19/2012
Vestal, NY (WBNG Binghamton) The latest stop on Binghamton University's Road Map is calling for community involvement. The Road Map program looks for improvements and growth for the school's future. ...years from now," said Dr. Harvey Stenger, President of Binghamton University. The Road Map program includes nine teams made up of 400 volunteers...
Binghamton University invites community to participate in survey
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 10/18/2012
Binghamton University’s Community Engagement Road Map Team has created an online survey for members of the community to give input into the team’s strategic plan. Binghamton University invites community to participate in survey Binghamton University s Community Engagement Road Map Team has created an online...
BU Ranks High for Higher Ed Value
Fox 40 WICZ TV - 09/25/2012
(Updated 7:10:44 PM) Once again Suny Binghamton has been recognized for offering one of the best deals in higher education. U.S. news and world ranked B...for Higher Ed Value (Updated 7:10:44 PM) Once again Suny Binghamton has been recognized for offering one of the best deals in higher education.
BU Named to Top Lists
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 09/25/2012
Binghamton University is steadily climbing up another national publication's list of top schools in the country. US News and World Report's recently ranked B-U 37th among all public universities and colleges, up from 39th. BU Named to Top Lists Binghamton University is steadily climbing up another national publication's list of top schools in the country. US News...
Binghamton University Ranked in Top 100 National Universities and Top 40 Public Universities Nationwide
WBNG-TV - 09/25/2012
(WBNG Binghamton) Binghamton University’s quality and value have once again been recognized by some of the country’s leading publications during this season’s unveiling of annual college rankings and guidebooks. ...profiled outstanding professors at 122 colleges, including two from Binghamton University: Mary Haupt and Jennifer Wegmann.Professors included...
New Place to Call Home: Binghamton University
WBNG-TV - 08/30/2012
(Vestal, NY (WBNG Binghamton) Binghamton University welcomes new students and their families to campus for the academic year. Approximately 2,570 freshmen, 1,190 transfer students and 1,000 new graduate students are joining the campus community this year. New Place to Call Home: Binghamton University Vestal, NY (WBNG Binghamton) Binghamton University welcomes new students and their families to...
BU students moving in
Syracuse/Oswego/Auburn - YNN - 08/30/2012
VESTAL, N.Y. -- If you felt like there were more people in the greater Binghamton area, you were probably noticing all of the kids moving into Binghamton University...area, you were probably noticing all of the kids moving into Binghamton University. BU residential life and university housing staff, as well...
New High-Tech Job Creation Incubator Proposal Unveiled for Downtown Binghamton
Binghamton Today - 08/16/2012
(Binghamton, NY) Broome County Executive Debbie Preston, Senator Tom Libous, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger today announced the concept and initial designs for a new proposed $20 million High-Technology Job Creation Incubator. ...Preston, Senator Tom Libous, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger today announced the concept and initial...
Officials: $22 million job creation incubator to help economic development
Democrat and Chronicle - 08/15/2012
BINGHAMTON — The Southern Tier's road to economic rejuvenation may begin at what is now the vacant site of a former downtown bus depot. State and local officials on Wednesday unveiled plans for a $22 million High-Technology Job Creation Incubator, a facility officials expect to make a vital link be...federal level. The project will be an unprecedented partnership between Binghamton University, Broome County, the IDA and Broome Community College,
BU President on NYSUNY 2020 Grant
Capital Tonight, YNN - Time Warner - 08/14/2012
SUNY Binghamton won a SUNY 2020 grant to help develop their Smart Energy lab. The project is expected to create more than 800 jobs at the university and in the private sector. BU President Harvey Stenger explains more about the lab and the grant.
Cuomo Announces Approval of Binghamton University's NYSUNY 2020 Application
ABC News Radio - 08/09/2012
(BINGHAMTON, N.Y.) -- The Office of Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday the approval of Binghamton University's NYSUNY 2020 application. Tarik Abdelazim, Democratic candidate for Broome County Executive, issued the following statement: "I am extremely pleased to hear of Governor Cuomo's appro...Cuomo Announces Approval of Binghamton University's NYSUNY 2020 Application (BINGHAMTON, N.Y.) -- The Office of Governor Andrew Cuomo announced...
Cuomo signs BU's $70M SUNY 2020 grant, will create 840 jobs
Democrat and Chronicle - 08/08/2012
Binghamton University will use the money to hire new researchers and faculty, and increase enrollment by 2,000 students. ...signs BU's $70M SUNY 2020 grant, will create 840 jobs Binghamton University will use the money to hire new researchers and faculty, and increase...
Center could be hub for further job creation
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 08/08/2012
BINGHAMTON — The Binghamton University NYSUNY 2020 challenge grant approved Wednesday is expected to create 840 new full-time jobs over the next five years and provide an almost immediate boost to the Southern Tier economy. Center could be hub for further job creation BINGHAMTON The Binghamton University NYSUNY 2020 challenge grant approved Wednesday is expected to...
Stamp of Approval for NYSUNY2020 Plan
WBNG-TV - 08/08/2012
Vestal, NY (WBNG Binghamton) President Harvey Stenger says the University is excited about the big news. Governor Andrew Cuomo approves NYSUNY 2020 application for Binghamton University. ...news. Governor Andrew Cuomo approves NYSUNY 2020 application for Binghamton University. Binghamton University's comprehensive plan includes the...
BU 2020 Approved
MSNBC.com, New York, NY - 08/09/2012
A $70 million Smart Energy Center will be built on Binghamton University campus . . . It's part of BU's SUNY 2020 proposal . . .
Stenger discusses regional development
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 07/20/2012
Addressing a crowd of 40 members of the Binghamton Rotary Club Tuesday, Binghamton University president Harvey Stenger discussed the reopening of the university's downtown center and commitment to securing the university's place in regional economic development.
BU Impacts Downtown Binghamton
Fox 40 WICZ TV
07/10/2012
This family is looking at more than just exercise equipment during today's open house at the Twin River Commons student housing complex...it was 12 months ago," said BU President Harvey Stenger. Binghamton University is building more dorms on campus, but none are expected to be...
Developing the University
WBNG-TV - 07/10/2012
Binghamton, NY (WBNG Binghamton) Binghamton University looks to build on technologies developed in its labs to bring startup companies to the area. President Harvey Stenger says he's excited about the University's economic development plans. Developing the University Binghamton, NY (WBNG Binghamton) Binghamton University looks to build on technologies developed in its labs to bring...
Binghamton University touts $100M fundraising haul
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 07/19/2012
$1M gift boosts seven-year effort
Binghamton University touts $100M fundraising haul $1M gift boosts seven-year effort VESTAL With the $95 million goal in sight,Binghamton University...
BU Fundraising Announcement
MSNBC, New York, NY - 07/20/2012
$101 million and a big success . . . That's the total of Binghamton University's multi-year fund-raising campaign . . .
BU alumni to host breakfast with Stenger
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 06/25/2012
VESTAL — The Binghamton University Alumni Association will host a breakfast to introduce alumni to BU President Harvey Stenger at 7:30 a.m. July 11, at the Events Center on campus. BU alumni to host breakfast with Stenger VESTAL The Binghamton University Alumni Association will host a breakfast to introduce alumni to BU...
Solar Lab Gives Upstate NY School Thin-Film Edge
Earth Techling - 05/21/2012
Binghamton University’s new solar laboratory is being touted by officials as the springboard that will propel future thin-film solar cell advances. The school recently celebrated the opening of the Center for Autonomous Solar Power’s (CASP) Solar Laboratory and the co-location of the Integrated Ele Solar Lab Gives Upstate NY School Thin-Film Edge Binghamton University s new solar laboratory is being touted by officials as the springboard...
BU names new provost, vice president of academic affairs
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 05/21/2012
VESTAL -- Donald Nieman will become Binghamton University's new provost and vice president of academic affairs, the university announced Monday. Nieman, a historian specializing in race relation and civil rights, is the current dean of BU's Harpur College of Arts and Sciences. ...president of academic affairs VESTAL -- Donald Nieman will become Binghamton University's new provost and vice president of academic affairs,
Binghamton University's 2020 proposal 'best they've seen so far'
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 04/26/2012
Stenger touts 'Smart Energy' facility Binghamton University's 2020 proposal 'best they've seen so far' Stenger touts 'Smart Energy' facility Somebody asked Binghamton University President...
Binghamton Commencement 2012: A Letter From The President
Binghamton University - 05/24/2012
More than five months ago, Stenger was facing the unknown: A new job at Binghamton University that not only required finding a new place to live and new friends, but left him wondering if he would be successful...
Binghamton Univ. touts plans for energy research center; 2K more students
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 04/25/2012
ALBANY - Binghamton University said Wednesday that a new $70 million energy research facility would add 2,000 students and 325 staff members and provide new opportunities with the private sector. Binghamton Univ. touts plans for energy research center; 2K more students ALBANY - Binghamton University said Wednesday that a new $70 million...
NY's Binghamton University pitches energy research
Newsday, New York, NY - 04/25/2012
The latest plans to transform New York's four public university centers into top national research facilities and high-technology job producers were released Wednesday . . .
Cuomo, leaders hear SUNY Binghamton application
Times Union Blogs - 04/25/2012
Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos gathered in the Red Room to hear officials from SUNY Binghamton roll out their NYSUNY2020 application, with a new $70 million “Smart Energy” research facility at its center. Here s SUNY Binghamton s press release on their application: Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger, along with high-profile Southern...
University plugs 'smart energy' effort
Times Union - 04/25/2012
Binghamton president predicts $70M facility would create jobs ...national reputation in academics and higher visibility in Division I sports, Binghamton University wants to lead research in varied energy areas,
Binghamton Touts Plans For Energy Research Center
Democrat and Chronicle Blog (AP) - 04/25/2012
Binghamton University said Wednesday that a new $70 million energy research facility would add 2,000 students and 325 staff members and provide new opportunities with the private sector. Binghamton Touts Plans For Energy Research Center Binghamton University said Wednesday that a new $70 million energy research facility would...
BU Presents NYSUNY2020 Plan to Governor, Legislative Leaders
WBNG-TV - 04/25/2012
Binghamton, N.Y. (WBNG Binghamton) -- Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger, along with high-profile Southern Tier business and community leaders, presented an in-depth plan Wednesday to New York Gov. ...Leaders Binghamton, N.Y. (WBNG Binghamton) -- Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger, along with high-profile Southern Tier business...
NYSUNY2020: BU Sets Sights on Smart Energy
WBNG-TV - 04/25/2012
Albany, NY (WBNG Binghamton) A $70 million Smart Energy Research and Development Facility is at the top of Binghamton University's wish list. University President Harvey Stenger headed up to Albany today to present the school's NYSUNY2020 plan with state leaders. ...Smart Energy Research and Development Facility is at the top of Binghamton University's wish list. University President Harvey Stenger headed...
Chamber business expo kicks off
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 04/19/2012
The Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce’s business expo kicked off Thursday morning with a CEO roundtable breakfast. The expo, which features 110 booths, will run from 11 a. ...fast enough. However, other guest speakers including Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger and Endicott Interconnect Technologies CEO...
$100K Iberdrola grant aids BU students
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 04/17/2012
Money will fund senior engineering project designs ...toward success in clean energy development, officials said Tuesday at Binghamton University's Energy Innovation Day. To assist in that effort
A Student Perspective
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 04/13/2012
The President of Binghamton University, Dr. Harvey Stenger spent Friday morning at the museum...
Binghamton University Strives to Reach $100 Million in the Bold.Brilliant.Binghamton Campaign
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 03/13/2012
From BU: Binghamton University has announced that it has reached its ambitious $95 million goal for the University's comprehensive gifts campaign ahead of schedule. Binghamton University Strives to Reach $100 Million in the Bold.Brilliant.Binghamton Campaign From BU:Binghamton University has announced that...
BU's Stenger to Meet with Roberson Leaders
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 04/12/2012
From Roberson Museum and Science Center: Roberson Museum and Science Center leaders will host Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger Friday morning, April 13, for a tour and discussion on opportunities for Roberson and BU to work together. ...Science Center: Roberson Museum and Science Center leaders will host Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger Friday morning, April 13, for...
BU to hold forum after racist drawing
The Press & Sun Bulletin - 04-10-2012
Binghamton University's Stenger looks to establish business incubator
The Press & Sun Bulletin - 03/21/2012
The Binghamton area needs a high-tech business incubator. That's the assessment of Binghamton University's new President Harvey Stenger, who saw the success of a similar incubator at the University of Buffalo, when he was interim provost. ...needs a high-tech business incubator. That's the assessment of Binghamton University's new President Harvey Stenger, who saw the success of a...
Binghamton University TEDx Conference Set for Mar. 11
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 03/05/2012
From BU: Speakers, visionaries and performers will gather on the Binghamton University campus on Sunday, Mar. 11, to participate in TEDxBinghamtonUniversity, and to promote and stimulate conversation about how to spread and put good ideas to work. ...Wheeler is a professor of history and women s studies at Binghamton University. She has spent her career dedicated to understanding the nature...
Binghamton TEDx enlightens hundreds of attendees
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 03/11/2012
BU faculty discuss women's history, technology in education ...performance. Instead, it was ideas that filled the air, as TEDx Binghamton University2012 took the stage. With a theme of "From Insight to Impact,"
Binghamton TEDx enlightens hundreds of attendees
The Ithaca Journal, Ithaca, NY - 03/11/2012
Hundreds filled the Osterhout Concert Theater Sunday, but it wasn't for a concert or a theatrical performance. Instead, it was ideas that filled the air, as TEDx Binghamton University 2012 took the stage . . . BU President Harvey G. Stenger, also brought forth a presentation which looked at the use of technology in education . . .
Binghamton TEDx enlightens hundreds of attendees
Star-Gazette - 03/11/2012
BU faculty discuss women's history, technology in education ...performance. Instead, it was ideas that filled the air, as TEDx Binghamton University2012 took the stage. With a theme of "From Insight to Impact,"
Binghamton University Strives to Reach $100 Million in the Bold.Brilliant.Binghamton Campaign
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 03/13/2012
From BU: Binghamton University has announced that it has reached its ambitious $95 million goal for the University's comprehensive gifts campaign ahead of schedule. Binghamton University Strives to Reach $100 Million in the Bold.Brilliant.Binghamton Campaign From BU:Binghamton University has announced that...
BU Surpasses Goal, Raises to $100 Million
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 03/13/2012
It's bold, it's brilliant, and it has raised $97.8 million dollars for Binghamton University since 2005 . . . BU continues to pull money into a campaign that started in 2005 . . .
Area colleges showcase their programs at Binghamton University
The Press & Sun Bulletin, Binghamton, NY - 03/14/2012
Binghamton University hosted several area colleges Wednesday at the Southern Tier Regional Showcase, a State University of New York initiative . . . "They're just sort of showing off the highlights," said BU President Harvey G. Stenger . . .
Area colleges showcase their programs at Binghamton University
The Elmira Star Gazette, Elmira, NY - 03/14/2012
Binghamton University hosted several area colleges Wednesday at the Southern Tier Regional Showcase, a State University of New York initiative . . . "They're just sort of showing off the highlights," said BU President Harvey G. Stenger . . .
Area colleges showcase their programs at Binghamton University
The Ithaca Journal, Ithaca, NY - 03/14/2012
Binghamton University hosted several area colleges Wednesday at the Southern Tier Regional Showcase, a State University of New York initiative . . . "They're just sort of showing off the highlights," said BU President Harvey G. Stenger . . .
SUNY Showcase
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 03/14/2012
Binghamton University and Broome Community College are teaming up for a unique admissions program. Each year, BU receives about 25,000 applications. Less than 10 percent are accepted. SUNY Showcase Binghamton University and Broome Community College are teaming up for a unique admissions program. Each year, BU receives about...
Connecting SUNY to the Community
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 03/14/2012
The SUNY system showcases off its strongest programs and innovations right here in the Southern Tier . . . Its not just showing off what these six schools from Corning to Delhi have to offer, but how the greater community can take advantage of those services . . .
Power of SUNY an Innovation Showcase
Fox 40 WICZ TV - 03/14/2012
Wednesday at Binghamton University, 5 Southern Tier SUNY schools showcased their most innovative programs and technologies. Chancellor Nancy Zimphercame up with the idea for the "Power of SUNY" to allow innovators to connect. the BCC and Binghamton program is a great way to have new students get the opportunity to come into Binghamton University and we are a rising...
Binghamton University hosts SUNY Chancellor, Southern Tier Campuses for Showcase Event
WIVT/WBGH Newschannel34 - 03/14/2012
From BU: The Binghamton University campus community is invited to visit the Southern Tier SUNY Showcase to be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, in the Mandela Room. ...Binghamton Advantage program that will include Chancellor Zimpher, Binghamton University President Harvey G. Stenger and Broome Community College. . .
Binghamton U. president has big goals
The Press & Sun Bulletin - 03/17/2012
One thing is pretty clear about new Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger: He's not here to waste time.
Binghamton U. president has big goals
The Ithaca Journal - 03/16/2012
VESTAL -- One thing is pretty clear about new Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger: He's not here to waste time. In his first council meeting since taking over at BU in January, Stenger needed less than 5 minutes to catch the board up on what he's been doing and provide a little insight i president has big goals VESTAL -- One thing is pretty clear about new Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger: He's not here to waste time.
BU Students Display Education
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 02/26/2012
For the second year in a row, Binghamton University traded the classroom for...the shopping mall . . . Live music filled Oakdale Mall as Binghamton University set up shop for the afternoon . . .
A time to 'listen, learn' and then a strategic plan
Inside Binghamton University - 1/24/2011
The audience at the University Forum erupted in loud and lengthy applause after the first sentence was spoken. "I'm Harvey Stenger, and I'm your new president." . . .
Video: Watch the press conference with SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher and new BU president Harvey Stenger
The Elmira Star Gazette, Elmira, NY - 11/28/2011
Watch the 4 p.m. press conference in which SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher and SUNY Board of Trusttees Chairman Carl McCall officially introduce new Binghamton University president Harvey Stenger . . . .
New Binghamton University president projects goals
Pressconnects.com (AP) - 11/28/2011
Stenger envisions summer start for campus plan New Binghamton University president projects goals Stenger envisions summer start for campus plan VESTAL -- Binghamton University's incoming...
New Binghamton University president projects goals
The Ithaca Journal, Ithaca, NY - 11/28/2011
Binghamton University's incoming president said Monday that one of his goals is to design and build a new plan for the university between now and the end of the spring semester in May and begin implementing it over the summer . . .
New Binghamton University president projects goals
The Elmira Star-Gazette, Elmira, NY - 11/28/2011
Binghamton University's incoming president said Monday that one of his goals is to design and build a new plan for the university between now and the end of the spring semester in May and begin implementing it over the summer . . .
BU's Next President Visits Campus
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 11/28/2011
The State University of New York formally introduces the new person to lead Binghamton University . . . Dr. Harvey Stenger Jr. was on campus in Vestal all day . . .
Stenger's Plans for Binghamton University
WBNG-TV, Channel 12, Binghamton, NY - 11/28/2011
SUNY's Chancellor calls him a "visionary" and the perfect fit to lead Binghamton University in to the future . . . Dr. Harvey G. Stenger Jr. is formally announced as the University's seventh President . . .
New Binghamton University President Introduced
Fox 40 WICZ TV - 11/28/2011
(Updated 5:55:19 PM) (Source: Jason Weinstein) As the BU community welcomed it's new president to campus, it didn't take long for Harvey G. Stanger Junior to lay out his vision for the University. New Binghamton University President Introduced (Updated 5:55:19 PM) (Source: Jason Weinstein) As the BU community welcomed it's new president...
BU welcomes new president
YNN, Binghamton/Oneonta, NY - 11/28/2011
SUNY officials say Harvey G. Stenger Jr. has what it takes to move Binghamton University forward . . . "In addition to his immense academic credentials, Stenger has the skills that make a leader great . . .
Skaneateles native named president of SUNY Binghamton
Syracuse.com - 11/28/2011
A Skaneateles native has been named the next president of the State University at Binghamton. Harvey Stenger Jr., a 1975 Skaneateles High School graduate, will begin leading the 15,000-student university on Jan. Skaneateles native named president of SUNY Binghamton A Skaneateles native has been named the next president of the State University at Binghamton.
