Becoming a Bearcat

Hear about Lily's experience completing an Intra-University Transfer, and how she successfully transitioned from Harpur College of Arts and Sciences to the Decker School of Nursing.

Learn about how Jake's involvement with various clubs and organizations has positively impacted his college experience, allowing him to form connections and pursue interests of his.

Being an active member of the Cheer Team, learn how Isaac manages his time and maintains an organized schedule.

Tommy further discusses his work with New Student Programs as an Orientation Advisor and shares advice with students who may be nervous about attending Orientation.

Implemented in recent years, hear about how the Civil Dialogue Project has grown and continued to impact students and their personal growth. 

Learn about the many ways Binghamton University faculty, staff, and students work together to create a more sustainable campus community. 

This episode will highlight the various ways students can get involved with campus recreation, with a specific focus on up-and-coming improvements and renovations to the facilities. 

Start to understand and dissect common myths about the study abroad process, all while hearing about some of the unique offerings through Binghamton University and the SUNY system. 

In this final episode of the season, the host will discuss a newly implemented initiative through the Office of New Student Programs known as the Walk OAs. 

For the fourth and final episode of season four, the team discusses how to support your student while they're at home during breaks. Thank you for tuning into this season for Becoming a Bearcat! Music Credits- "Just smile" by LiQWYD ⁠  / liqwyd  ⁠ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Download / Stream: ⁠https://hypeddit.com/link/xxtopb

The third episode of season four discusses plans for communication with your student after dropping them off at school for the first time. The team talks about their personal experiences within their families as well. Music Credits- "Just smile" by LiQWYD ⁠  / liqwyd  ⁠ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Download / Stream: ⁠https://hypeddit.com/link/xxtopb

In the second episode of season four, the team discusses Binghamton University's Welcome Week events, along with some tips to make moving in your student a breeze. Music Credits- "Just smile" by LiQWYD   / liqwyd   Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Download / Stream: https://hypeddit.com/link/xxtopb

Welcome back to Becoming a Bearcat! This first episode of season four will be discussing the experience students have when attending their Orientation session. The students have a much different schedule than the families, so if you want some insight to the student experience, tune in today! Music Credits- "Just smile" by LiQWYD   / liqwyd   Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported —...

In this final episode of the season, the hosts will discuss components of New Student and Family Orientation that attendees have to look forward to. Listeners will hear about different campus departments that will be in attendance and opportunities for socializing and networking.

Though in no way an extensive list of all that campus has to offer, this episode will include information about annual events related to career-readiness, getting acclimated to campus, building relationships, and finding a sense of belonging.

Hear some suggestions regarding budgeting, academic success, time management, and ways to stay happy and healthy during one’s initial transition to Binghamton University. 

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3! In addition to the amenities Binghamton University offers on campus, the surrounding community is full of restaurants, parks, sporting events, and festivals for students to attend and participate in year round. We will discuss some of them in this episode.

On the 4th and FINAL episode of Season 2 of "Becoming a Bearcat" we bring on staff to talk about what the move-in process for Fall 2022 will look like as well as the BWelcome program for new and returning students. Student co-hosts Kylie and Mo also talk about their personal experiences with move-in and the first few weeks of their freshman year at Binghamton! Episode 4's song is by Yard Party, a...

On the 3rd episode of Season 2 of "Becoming a Bearcat" we bring on students and staff to share the amazing resources we have on campus related to supporting a student's academic success and degree completion. Episode 3's song is by Akiva, a current Binghamton University student! Visit his linktree to follow his social media pages and hear more of his music on Spotify! Akiva had this to say about h...

Welcome back to our 2nd episode of Season 2 of "Becoming a Bearcat"! On this episode we bring on students and staff to share the amazing resources we have on campus related to physical and mental wellness and safety.  Episode 2's song is a cover by Binghamton University's The Treblemakers, 1 of 10 acapella groups on campus! The Binghamton Treblemakers are Binghamton University’s only co-ed al...

Welcome back for Season 2 of Becoming a Bearcat! We are excited to kick of Season 2 with personal testimonials of students who have just completed their first year at Binghamton University. We also discuss UNIV101 courses, a great way to continue the transition experience in a student's first semester, and showcase a new song series for this season where staff, faculty, and students show off their...

On this LAST episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria discuss move-in information that was just released, what you can expect on the day, and how to say goodbye. They also talk about what you should and should not be packing for college! Residential Life serves as a guest to provide detailed information of the move-in process so you feel prepared to arrive on campus in just a f...

On this second to last episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria dive into the topics of transition and belonging, focusing on how students can find their place on campus and make Binghamton University feel like their home away from home. Guests include Residential Life and our important diversity and inclusion resource offices on campus! Residential Life (Housing): 1:58-12:27 C...

On this episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria speak with offices that focus on student success and exploration of career goals. Sarah and Victoria also provide insight into additional resources on campus that center on student success, including Academic Advising offices, University Tutoring Services, and more! Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development: 8:02-2...

On this episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria chat with our important safety departments on campus and point you to the best resource to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 guidelines and information for the Fall 2021 Semester. Office of Emergency Management: 3:05-17:21 University Police Department: 26:40-41:44 Office of Student conduct: 44:17-57:51 Be sure to subscribe to our podca...