Sponsored by the U.S. Dept of Labor, it has a wealth of resources for people with disabilities who need accommodations in the workplace, including tips on disclosure, determining accommodations and more. It also lists resources for …
DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is crucial to workplace culture, the hiring process, the day-to-day of an office, and so much more. Diversity and inclusion have always been important, but it has become a priority for companies across all industries …
Employee resource groups, or affinity groups, are membership organizations within a company that are dedicated to connecting employees of all seniority levels who have common interests and backgrounds. They’re also a great place to learn about different cultures and participate …
The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development interviewed Anne Lewis, a Disability Services Specialist at the Office for Services for Students with Disabilities. She shared her insights on disclosing disabilities to employers and advice for navigating the workplace transition …
The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development sat down with Nia Johnson, a senior at Binghamton University who identifies as a student of color. She is a talented and involved campus leader with a lot of insights and advice. …
The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development sat down with Elidenya Peña, a first-generation student triple majoring in Biology, Africana Studies, and Public Health. She aims to obtain a Ph.D. in Epidemiology specializing in Women’s Health and Cancer! Please …
Entering the workforce as a college student from an underrepresented background can be a daunting task. These students often face unique challenges when seeking employment, as they search for organizations that value diversity and inclusivity. In this blog post, we …
Marissa Zelman, first-generation Binghamton alumna, Associate Director of the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program at Binghamton University, and Chair of the BFirst Committee, sheds some light on what it means to be first-gen and invites you to join BFirst, …
Finding a Mentor through Mentor Match
How many of you have a mentor? When I started college, I wasn’t exactly sure what a mentor even was. Now, I understand how valuable a mentor can be for exploring career options. Being …
In honor of Black History Month, The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development would like to highlight student leaders of Black organizations on campus. This interview will feature Lamar Taylor of the Binghamton Chapter of the National Association for …
