Fwd: Campus & Community Connections
Nina Li
Here are some on going volunteer opportunities we can partake in !
From: Nina Li <nina...@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Apr 17, 2013 at 12:32 PM
Subject: Fwd: Campus & Community Connections
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From: Center for Civic Engagement <c...@binghamton.edu>
Date: Tue, Apr 16, 2013 at 5:35 PM
Subject: Campus & Community Connections
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Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 | Spring 2013: Issue 11
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In This Issue:
New Opportunities:
All That Lies Between Us: Documentary Film Screening, Q&A with Filmmakers, Reception
A Series on Asian American Culture for National Library Week
More to Live For: Documentary Film Screening & Bone Marrow Donor Registration
Academic Advising and Scheduling Fest
VINES Accepting Applications for Binghamton Farm Share Coordinator
Climate Smart & Climate Ready Regional Conference
Blueprint Binghamton Community Discussion on “Placemaking & Economic Development”
Earth Day Southern Tier Earth Fest
Teach for America Film Screening “Won’t Back Down”
Broome County Planning Department Internship Opportunity
Helping Hands Food Drive; The Campus Department Challenge
Binghamton University Out of the Darkness Walk
Career Development Center Johnson City Mentor Program
A Reminder to Graduating Seniors to fill out the Senior Survey
Continuing Education and Outreach’s Non-Traditional Student Organization Volunteer Opportunity
EPAC Volunteer Survey
CHOW Farm Needs Volunteers
Ongoing Opportunities:
The Humane Society’s Annual Rummage Sale
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Student Volunteer Center/Southern Tier AIDS Walk/Run Volunteer Opportunity
United Way of Broome County Community Volunteer Fair & Volunteer Recognition Reception
New Opportunities & Important Dates | ||
All That Lies Between Us: Documentary Film Screening, Q&A With Filmmakers and Reception April 18, 2013 Lecture Hall 07 7PM | Contact: Website: | Blending interviews, poetry, photography, and music, All That Lies Between Us is a moving account of the life and work of Binghamton University Professor, Maria Mazziotti Gillan, the award-winning author and poet whose humble upbringing in an Italian-American enclave of Paterson inspired much of her writing and led her to establish innovative and highly respected literary ventures in that historic city, including the Poetry Center at Passaic County Community College. The documentary incorporates images of Paterson that juxtapose sad urban decay with thrilling natural wonders, and remnants of an industrial past with scenes from contemporary life. After the film, participate in a Q&A with filmmakers, meet Maria Mazziotti Gillan and enjoy music and refreshments. This screening is co-sponsored by the English Department and CCE. |
A Series on Asian American Culture for National Library Week April 20th, 12-5pm Broome County Public Library Decker Room 185 Court St., Binghamton | Contact: Center for Civic Engagement Website: | Come and explore the colorful themes and histories of important Asian holidays, such as Chinese Lunar New Year, Korean Lunar New Year, and Filipino traditions of Christmas. Included will be a visual presentation with arts and crafts accessible to adults and children. Join us and learn what makes these holidays and histories so important for communities abroad and in the United States. Co-sponsored by the CCE, Community Engagement Program, and Institute for Asia and Asian Diasporas. Light refreshments. |
More to Live For: Documentary Film Screening and Bone Marrow Donor Registration Event April 17 Screenings, UU108: 12-1:50, 2-3:20 Donor Registration, UU Tillman Lobby: 12-4 | Contact: Center for Civic Engagement Website: | More to Live For chronicles the life and struggle of legendary saxophonist, Michael Brecker, whose search for a compatible, life-saving, bone marrow donor was ultimately unsuccessful. Brecker passed tragically in 2007 after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. Since the film was first shown, thousands of people have signed up for the International Bone Marrow Donor Registry, each of them a potential life saver. Come watch the film at either showing time and register yourself for the donor registry via a simple cheek swab. The film’s producer, Susan Brecker, will also be on hand to answer questions and assist with registering donors. |
Academic Advising and Scheduling Fest April 17th, 4-5:30pm UU 120 | Contact: Scott Bennett | Meet with Peer Advisors, Faculty Advisors and Professional Advisors to prepare your schedule for next semester! If possible, bring your laptop! |
VINES Accepting Applications for Binghamton Farm Share Coordinator |
Contact: Sean Cummings Website: | VINES:Volunteers Improving Neighborhood Environments is now accepting applications for the position of Farm Share Coordinator. The Farm Share Coordinator will be in charge of designing and implementing food accessibility programs for impoverished neighborhoods in Binghamton. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume as soon as possible to Sean Cummings, VINES Urban Farm Manager. |
Climate Smart & Climate Ready Regional Conference April 18th- April 21st Ithaca and Cortland | Website: | Join Climate Smart and Climate Ready for their regional conference on making communities more climate friendly and climate resilient. The Climate Smart & Climate Ready conference will focus on how our local governments, institutions, residents and businesses can both lower fossil carbon emissions and prepare for multiple impacts of a turbulent climate regime. If you would like to learn more about this event visit the Climate Smart and Climate Ready website. |
Blueprint Binghamton Community Discussion on “Placemaking & Economic Development” April 18th, 12-2pm Broome County Public Library, Decker Room 185 Court Street, Binghamton |
Contact: City of Binghamton, Office of Economic Development Registration Link: | "Placemaking & Economic Development" is the second workshop in a series of community discussions to help residents learn about community development issues and contribute to the City's update of its Comprehensive Plan. Featured speakers, Urban Planning Expert, Joe Minicozzi, AICP and John Mantague Massengale, AIA. Lunch will be provided, however prior registration is necessary. Register at this link. |
Earth Day Southern Tier Earth Fest 2013 April 20th, 2013 Broome Community College Student Center 907 Upper Front Street Binghamton, NY |
Contact: Chris Burger Website: | Earth Fest draws over 3,000 visitors, there will be live music, food, magic shows, hands-on children’s activities, crafts, demonstrations, and free give-a-ways. The event will also feature a River Trails Bike Cruise, old electronics collection, a used clothing collection, and a book exchange. If you are a vendor or organization that would like to participate in the event you can find application here. |
Teach for America Film Screening “Won’t Back Down” April 24th 6PM-9PM UU-215 | Contact: Lauren Wasserman | Teach for America, Hillel at Binghamton, and the Jewish Graduate Student Network will be presenting the movie “Won’t Back Down” on April 24th for all students to attend. “Won’t Back Down” follows two determined mothers, facing a powerful and entrenched bureaucracy, look to transform their children's failing inner city school. If you’d like more information you can view the event flyer here or email Lauren Wasserman. |
Broome County Planning Department Internship Opportunity Deadline: April 30th, 2013 |
Contact: Beth A. Lucas Website: | The Broome County Planning Department is looking for a student to fill the position of Environmental Planning Intern. The internship takes place over the summer and is unpaid. The primary focus of the internship will be the development of educational programming associated Broome County's Stormwater Management Education and Outreach Program. Tasks may also include work in the area of Open Space or Water Resources Planning. If you’re interested in this position go here for instructions. If you still have question please contact the Senior Planner, Beth Lucas. |
Helping Hands Food Drive The Campus Department Challenge | Contact: | On April 30th there will be a food drive accepting donations of non-perishable goods in the Tillman Lobby from 12pm to 8pm. Each donation should be labeled with the name of the campus department that it comes from. The department that has the largest number of donated item will receive a $500 credit courtesy of Binghamton University Dining Services. If you have any questions about this opportunity refer to the contact to the left. |
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Binghamton University Out of the Darkness Walk May 5th, 2013 10am- 12pm | Contact: | The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention strives to battle the stigma surrounding mental illness. The Out of Darkness Walk is a fundraiser event in order to increase critical programming for suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and also suicide survivor s. This walk will be starting at 10am in the Hinman Quad. If you would like to register for this event you can follow this link and check out the event on facebook. Email the contact info with any additional questions. |
Johnson City Mentor Program Deadline: May 8th | Contact: Meg Mitzel (607)777-6758 mmi...@binghamton.edu Website: | The Johnson City Mentor Program is recruiting Binghamton University students to mentor middle school students. The two-credit program involves spending 5-hours a week at the JC Middle School and attending a weekly seminar course. For more information check out the JC Mentor Program page or contact Meg Mitzel. |
A Reminder to Graduating Seniors to fill out the Senior Survey | Graduating seniors in all schools have received an email directing them a short online survey. It asks about immediate plans upon graduation so that the University can better understand what pathways students choose and characteristics of those distinct paths. The University is also required to report this key information in the aggregate to ensure continued accreditation and funding certain programs. | |
Continuing Education and Outreach’s Non-Traditional Student Organization Volunteer Opportunity |
Contact: Jessica Russo | Continuing Education and Outreach’s Non-Traditional Student Organization would like to plan a trip for this year that all undergraduates can enjoy. Volunteers are needed in order to help plan the logistics and promote the event. If you’re interested in this opportunity contact Jessica Russo, the Continuing Education and Outreach Advising Intern |
EPAC Volunteer Survey | Contact: Stacy Ernst Survey Link: | EPAC has had the opportunity to partner with Binghamton University Business Students to help them learn about how a small business runs. They have created a survey to learn more about the volunteers at EPAC. If you have time to complete an online survey about your experience volunteering at EPAC. You can find the link to the survey to the left. |
CHOW Farm Needs Volunteers NOW! Conklin, Town of Maine | Contact: Mike Leahy, CHOW Director mle...@broomecouncil.net, (607) 724-9130 ext. 331 |
The CHOW Farm provides food to local soup kitchens and food pantries all over the Southern Tier. They provide fresh, local, nutrient dense foods to families in need, but in order to produce, they need your assistance. Groups are needed to help with planting and preparing the farm for the growing season. If interested, contact Mike Leahy ASAP. |
Ongoing Opportunities | ||
The Humane Society’s Annual Rummage Sale April 20th 8am-4pm 76 Main Street Binghamton, NY | Contact: Laura Melville Website: | The Humane Society is an independent, non-profit animal welfare organization, dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty and finding permanent, loving homes for companion animals. The Humane Society will be holding their annual Rummage Sale at The sale will be held at The American Legion Post 80. Donations for the sale can be dropped off Friday, April 19th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. |
Student Volunteer Center Southern Tier AIDS Walk/Run Volunteer Opportunity April 21st Greater Binghamton Sports Complex 1500 Airport Road, Binghamton, NY | Contact: Alyssa Wood Website: | SVC is looking for 45 volunteers to help in the Southern Tier AIDS Program Run/Walk - Obstacle Course on Sunday April 21st at the Greater Binghamton Sports Complex..Volunteers will be in charge of the obstacle course part of the event, known as “The Punisher”. This will just include being in charge of a station and making sure everything runs smoothly. |
United Way of Broome County Community Volunteer Fair & Volunteer Recognition Reception April 25th 9:30am-8pm Riverwalk Hotel & Conference Center 225 Water St. Binghamton, NY | Contact: Joni Kaiser | In celebration of National Volunteer Week United Way United Way and the Southern Tier Volunteers are hosting Community Volunteer Fair & Volunteer Recognition Reception. This event will feature training sessions to improve organization’s work with volunteers from management strategies to increasing volunteer participation. For more info you can check out the event flyer or contact Joni Kaiser. |
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