A message from Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger: Due to Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s announcement at his press conference Wednesday, the following will remain in effect until the end of the semester at Binghamton University:
- All classes must go online by Thursday, March 19.
- Laboratory classes will be taught remotely; exceptions can be allowed by dean.
- Internships and clinical work can continue.
- Research laboratories and facilities will remain open.
- Residence halls, dining halls and other campus facilities and buildings will remain open.
- Students can stay on campus or may choose to go home.
- All events (including seminars, conferences, etc.) scheduled on or after March 19 must be canceled or moved to an online format, excepting as follows:
- Spectators will not be allowed at athletic competitions and performances as of March 19.
- A decision on Commencement will be announced by Friday, April 17. (EDITOR’S NOTE: At his news conference, Cuomo said SUNY and CUNY commencements will not be held this spring.)
- Staff report to work as normal.
- VPs/division heads can approve limited employee remote work assignments as a pilot for business continuity purposes.
- Staff with health concerns may request a remote work assignment.
- All University business travel is suspended. Exceptions may be approved by division heads when travel is critical to the University’s mission.
For more information and updates, continue to visit the University’s COVID-19 website.
Cuomo’s demand also affects SUNY Broome which will also suspend on campus instruction but the college will remain open with other services.
