Supplemental Support Services helps the Hornet community navigate tough issues and access the support they need on campus. We manage the emergency grant funds and connect students to resources they need on and off campus.
We work with SUNY Broome students who are experiencing housing insecurities, food insecurities, students who are parents, and students who need assistance through the conduct process.
Resources for students experiencing
Housing Insecurity
In 2023, with a coordinated effort to address student housing insecurity, the State University of New York system designated a staff member on every campus to work with homeless students. (Read the article here: Inside Higher Ed)
The homeless liaison will serve as the point of contact for students struggling with housing insecurity or homelessness — defined by the State University of New York (SUNY) as a lack of “fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence” — connect them with available resources and advise them to ensure that they are achieving academic success.
If a student is experiencing homelessness, please reach out to SUNY Broome’s Homeless Liaison for more information and assistance: brewerlm@sunybroome.edu
Showers on Campus
Students can utilize showers on campus.
- Student Center – inside the locker rooms
- Natural Science Building – next to the locker room NS – 230
Other useful resources for homelessness
- Broome County HOMELESS HOUSING RESOURCES
- Broome County Department of Social Services
- Binghamton Housing Authority
Food Insecurity
Located in SB-208 B&C, The Hornet Hope Center is available for students only. Students must present a current SUNY Broome Student ID. The Hornet Hope Center has non-perishables, refrigerated, and frozen foods.
Clothing and hygiene products are also available for students.
The Hornet Hope Center is sustained by the generosity of our donors. We have non-perishables, refrigerated, and frozen foods. Clothing and hygiene products and some basic school supplies are also available for students.
You can make a direct monetary donation that goes through the SUNY Broome Foundation specifically for the Campus Food Pantry: Donate Now. View the steps in making a donation online (pdf).
If you’d like to donate to the Food Pantry or Clothing Closet, please feel free to call 607-778-5449 or email broomepantry@sunybroome.edu to schedule a pick-up/drop-off time.
Please be sure any perishable items are kept refrigerated prior to donations and can be placed directly in the refrigerator located in The Hornet Hope Center. Any expired food items will not be accepted.
The Hornet Hope Center Hours for Spring 2024
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
(Hours will change throughout the semester – please check here for the most up-to-date schedule)
More Food Assistance
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for Students:
If you are having trouble affording the food you need to feed yourself or your family, SNAP may be able to help.SNAP provides monthly benefits on an EBT card that you can use to buy food at grocery stores. Low-income students between the ages of 18 and 49 who are enrolled at least half-time in higher education may be eligible if they meet any of the following:- Participate in a state or federal work-study program during the regular school year
- Attend a SUNY/CUNY community college, comprehensive college, or technical college and are enrolled in a career and technical education (CTE) program
- Attend an Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) and are enrolled in a career and technical education (CTE) program, remedial courses, basic adult education, literacy, or English as a second language
- Can meet other SNAP rules
Apply for SNAP online atMyBenefits.NY.gov
- Need help applying for SNAP?
Contact SUNY Broome’s Supplemental Support Services Coordinator to help connect you to a Nutrition Outreach and Education (NOEP) Coordinator for one-on-one help. NOEP Coordinators can tell if you may be eligible for SNAP and help you gather the documents you need, and fill out and send in your SNAP application. You’ll also get information on other programs that may help stretch your food budget, like school meals and summer meals for kids. The service is free and confidential.
Find your NOEP Coordinator
Other useful resources for food and clothing
Student Parents
National statistics show that one in five college students is a student parent. Juggling the responsibilities of school and parenting can be challenging. At SUNY Broome, we are here to help you navigate the resources available to keep you on the path to a degree.
If you are a student and parent, we have the resources to help you succeed:
- Individualized support for each student
- Skills to manage all of your responsibilities
- Academic support
- Assistance with child care options
- Help navigating college resources
- Assistance with career readiness
- Connections to other students who are parents
- Connections to community services
- Emergency financial assistance
- Assistance with childcare options
Lactation Rooms
SUNY Broome has four lactation and personal care rooms on campus.
The rooms are located in:
Calice Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) Center Room 215
Natural Science Room 207B
Culinary & Events Center (CEC) 014A
Decker Health Science Center (DH) 201/202
These rooms provide privacy for nursing and related personal care needs. Users should hang the provided “ROOM IN USE” sign outside the door, and remove and return the sign after use.
Local school districts
- The Broome County area has many great public schools. Classes run Monday through Friday, September through June, following the district calendar.
- Broome-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) operates as an extension of the local school districts, serving 15 component school districts in Broome and Tioga counties.
- Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) is a free option for 4-year-old children that is offered by many local schools. The Kindergarten entrance age (birthday cutoff date) is December 1.
Childcare
For children who are 5 years old and younger, there are several options for daycare in the area. Two helpful resources are the Family Enrichment Network Child Care Referral and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
- If you are a parent of a child 6 weeks to 5 years old, SUNY Broome may have an answer to your childcare concerns. The BC Center, located on campus, is a licensed childcare center for children of SUNY Broome students and staff. The Center provides flexible scheduling: morning, afternoon, or full day, according to the academic year.
- Many parents utilize Head Start and UPK programs offered at the Family Enrichment Network in Johnson City.
- Other useful programs include Jewish Community Center Early Childhood Center (ECC), The Discovery Center, Family & Children’s Society, Boys & Girls Club(Binghamton), YWCA/YMCA, or Mom’s House.
Committee Assistance
Recreation
- Go for a hike at SUNY Broome. The SUNY Broome’s Natural Areas span 125 acres, and feature 3.8 miles of well-marked trails that cross a variety of terrain. See below for a picture of the newly added suspension bridge. You can access the trails at three community entrances: one near the top of Sunrise Drive in Dickinson, another through the dirt parking lot along Lt. Van Winkle Drive, and the third is behind the BAGSAI softball field.
SUNY Broome Natural Areas Map 
Natural Area Suspension Bridge - Take advantage of SUNY Broome’s Ice Center offerings with your family, including lunch time and open skate opportunities.
- Enjoy one of the many public parks in Broome County. Go for a hike, swim, paddle a kayak, have a picnic, or play around on the playground. In the winter, there are options for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
- The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier is an interactive children’s museum. It features 25 plus themed play-and-learn exhibits and an outdoor story garden.
- From mid-April through mid-October, visit the Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park. The zoo was opened in 1875, making it the 5th oldest zoo in the nation. Visit the mammals, birds, and reptiles that call Ross Park home.
- Animal Adventure, located in Harpursville, NY will open for their holiday programming November 14-December 29 (Closed Thanksgiving) from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm. For general hours and pricing, check the Animal Adventure Park
- Kidz Kingdom is a locally owned children’s activity center with jungle gym, bounce house, and toddler area. It’s a great spot for birthday parties and close to the SUNY Broome campus!
- TR Bounce House has open hours for children of all ages to play. For hours and pricing, check the TR Bounce House
- Check out Binghamton’s Family Fun website for even more information on child friendly activities in the community.
Other useful resources for parents
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Pride and Joy Families
- Catholic Charities of Broome County
- Broome County Department of Social Services
- Four County Library System
- Summer Meal Sites
- Mothers and Babies
- United Way 2-1-1
- Once Upon a Child
- Broome County Parent Guide
Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund supports students who experience an unforeseen financial hardship or emergency, so they can stay on track toward graduation. This grant is administered out of the Dean of Students office with a review committee.
The fund is made possible by the SUNY Broome Foundation.
Students can apply for the Emergency Grant here: Emergency Grant Application.
Application details and eligibility requirements can be found at Student Emergency Fund.
Student Discounts with ID
Did you know all the benefits to having a Student ID?
Use your Student ID on campus:
- Take books from the Library
- Use it to access your meal plan in the Dining Center
- Get admission to free skating and rentals at the Ice Center
- Participate in campus events, trips and more
Use your Student ID &/or your SUNY Broome email address off campus and online for student discounts:
- Use it as a bus pass for free local transportations
- Microsoft Office 365 FREE for students
- AMC Theaters
- Regal Theaters
- Amazon Prime Student
- Cell Phone and Wi-Fi Services Discounts (check with your provider)
- Car Insurance Discount (check with your provider)
- Peacock, HULU streaming services
- View to find more services available to students
You can obtain a SUNY Broome ID at: Public Safety Office on campus or go to the Online Student ID form.
