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Becoming a Bearcat

SUNY Binghamton Orientation

The “Becoming a Bearcat” podcast is an informative series of episodes covering topics on everything a new student and family member should know about Binghamton University! A new season has been released every summer since 2021. Season 4 released in full on August 7th, 2024. Tune in now!

Episodes

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Becoming a Bearcat · May 1, 2026

Episode 2: Lily Hodson

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.

25:43

Becoming a Bearcat · May 1, 2026

Episode 3: Jake Lavine

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.

27:36

Becoming a Bearcat · May 1, 2026

Episode 1: Isaac Wooden

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

24:36

Becoming a Bearcat · May 1, 2026

Episode 4: Tommy Phelan

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.

26:04

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 29, 2025

Episode 1: Center for Civic Engagement

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

27:33

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 29, 2025

Episode 2: Office of Sustainability

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

27:42

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 29, 2025

Episode 3: Campus Recreation

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.

25:29

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 29, 2025

Episode 4: International Education and Global Initiatives

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.

39:44

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 29, 2025

Episode 5: New Student Programs

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.

20:36

Becoming a Bearcat · Aug 7, 2024

Episode 4: Supporting Your Student At Home

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! …

27:44

Becoming a Bearcat · Aug 7, 2024

Episode 3: Communicating With Your Student

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 …

20:01

Becoming a Bearcat · Aug 7, 2024

Episode 2: Move-In Events and Tips

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 / …

27:09

Becoming a Bearcat · Aug 7, 2024

Episode 1: The Student Orientation Experience

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, …

29:39

Becoming a Bearcat · Jun 23, 2023

Episode 4: Top 10 Things to Look Forward to at Orientation

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 …

27:24

Becoming a Bearcat · Jun 16, 2023

Episode Three: Top 10 Events to Look Forward to

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 …

27:50

Becoming a Bearcat · Jun 2, 2023

Episode 1: Top 10 Hidden Gems in Binghamton

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 …

22:44

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 22, 2022

Episode 4: Preparing for Move-In and BWelcome Programs

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 …

28:07

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 15, 2022

Episode 3: Academic Support

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 …

35:50

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 8, 2022

Episode 2: Campus Community Wellness

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 …

39:32

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 2, 2022

Episode 1: The First-Year Perspective

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 …

57:13

Becoming a Bearcat · Aug 6, 2021

Episode 8: Preparing for Move-In

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 …

37:43

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 30, 2021

Episode 7: Belonging and Transition

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 …

47:10

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 23, 2021

Episode 6: Student Success and Exploration

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 …

36:07

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 16, 2021

Episode 5: Campus Safety

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 …

59:36

Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 9, 2021

Episode 4: The Binghamton Community

On this episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria talk about on-campus facilities and services, including campus and city transportation and everything dining and meal plans. They then transition to the …

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Becoming a Bearcat · Jul 2, 2021

Episode 3: Building an Identity

In this episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria talk about how students can find their identity on campus through extracurricular exploration. With over 250 student-run organizations, Greek Life, specialty programs, …

43:50

Becoming a Bearcat · Jun 25, 2021

Episode 2: Student Wellness

In the first full episode of the Becoming a Bearcat series, Sarah and Victoria dive into the topic of Student Wellness. Guests cover a range of wellness themes, including mental health and physical fitness …

46:27

Becoming a Bearcat · Jun 11, 2021

Episode 1: Welcome!

In this introduction episode, series hosts Sarah and Victoria introduce themselves and share information on what the Becoming a Bearcat podcast will be about. This podcast series is intended for new students and their …

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