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Pick up a friend and attend a group fitness class! They are a great way to promote good mental and physical health! Community matters so take the time this week to join Yoga on Wednesday at 5:30 pm, REV+FLOW strength-toning-balance-flexibility on Thursday at 5 pm, or Pilates on Thursday at 6 pm. All classes meet at the STUDIO in Shults Hall where all equipment is provided. Just show up! Questions - Contact Sarah Francisco francis@alfredstate.edu or Lynn Hayes hayeslc@alfredstate.edu 

Do you love getting scared by a horror flick? Or maybe you prefer sitting on the edge of your seat in suspense! Join Alfred State students and faculty in a discussion of horror movies, cinema, and monsters on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 5 PM (that's today!) in the Library Classroom for "Let's Talk: Scary Movies," a panel event. Panelists will share their knowledge, ideas, and experiences, and audience members will have a chance to ask and answer questions, too! Refreshments will be served!

Grades can be viewed in the my.AlfredState.edu student portal.

Click here to view your grades or follow this guide for step-by-step instructions.

Want to improve your grades? The Student Success Center can help—contact them today!

🍽️ Etiquette Dinner Experience – A Night of Professional Growth

Join us for an exclusive Etiquette Dinner, a four-course dining experience designed to help students build confidence in professional social settings while enjoying a complimentary meal.

This event is more than just dinner—it’s a hands-on learning experience that will prepare you for internships, job interviews, networking events, and future workplace dining situations.

🌟 Special Guest

We are honored to welcome Heather Kolakowski from the Cornell School of Restaurant Management, who will guide students through proper dining etiquette, professional behavior at the table, and tips for making a strong impression in formal settings.

📚 What You Will Learn

During this engaging evening, students will gain practical skills including:

• Proper dining etiquette in professional settings
• Table manners for business meals and interviews
• How to navigate a multi-course formal dinner
• Networking and conversation skills during meals
• How to make confident, polished impressions in professional environments

🍽️ Event Details

Enjoy a free four-course dinner while learning essential career-readiness skills in a relaxed but professional atmosphere.

⚠️ Important Information

November 4th 5:30-7pm in the Small Event Space-Student Leadership Center 

• Seating is strictly limited to 60 students
• Reservations will be cut off THIS FRIDAY
• RSVP is required to secure your spot
• There is no waitlist
• Walk-ins will NOT be permitted
• Seats are expected to fill quickly—early registration is strongly encouraged

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to develop lifelong professional skills while enjoying an elegant dining experience.

Reserve your spot today before it’s gone!  Sign up on Pioneerlink 

Fitness classes PLUS Halloween costumes this week with Lynn at Shults Hall Studio! 

REFIT on Tuesday at 6 pm

REV+FLOW on Thursday at 5 pm

PILATES on Thursday at 6 pm

Join the fun as we celebrate Halloween! Plus some trick or treating surprises! Need a costume idea - maybe a "Ball Gown Get Down" or "Super Hero" or "Zombie", but remember you want to be able to MOVE in it!! Questions? Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

🎀 PINK PRIDE VOLLEYBALL MATCH - 2 DAYS AWAY! 🎀

You're Not Alone

Breast cancer impacts millions of individuals and families. Behind every diagnosis is a story of strength, courage, and support.

This Friday, we play for those who have fought, those currently fighting, and those we've lost.

🏐 Alfred State Volleyball Pink Pride Match 📅 Friday, October 30 ⏰ 6:00 PM 💗 Wear Pink!

Join us in creating a sea of pink and raising awareness together to show our support for breast cancer survivors, fighters, and families.

#PinkPride #TogetherWeFight #AlfredStateVolleyball

Did you know that your academic performance impacts your financial aid eligibility? Below is some important information for all students to keep in mind:

• Students receiving financial aid must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards to remain eligible for financial aid.
• Alfred State is required to evaluate your academic progress every semester to determine if you are meeting these standards.
• We encourage students to maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and successfully complete at least 12 credit hours each semester to stay on track academically.

If you need academic assistance, please reach out to the Student Success Center now, so you don't put your financial aid at risk.

Would you like the opportunity to become a Residential Services Staff member? 

Please use the link down below to fill out our interest application to get your name in our system. You will receive a follow-up email from the respective distributor regarding your initial application, and any follow-up steps that you'll have to complete. 

Residential Services Student Staff Interest Form

We appreciate you taking the time to explore joining the Alfred State Res Life team! If you have any questions, please reach out to the respective emails below. 

Resident Assistant: rlstaffselection@alfredstate.edu

Academic Peer Mentor: Amy Babcock, babcocam@alfredstate.edu

Residential Change Agent: Afua Boahene, boahena@alfredstate.edu

Residential Programmer: Sarah Francisco, francis@alfredstate.edu

Housing Assistant: Mary Chamberlain, chambemc@alfredstate.edu
 

Thanksgiving Break Transportation

Megabus is offering non-stop bus services to New York City and Alfred for Thanksgiving break. Dates and times of bus travel are listed below! 

To New York City: 

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, November 29, 2026 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

Secure your ticket today at https://us.megabus.com 

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6am 

• Amtrak/Bus drop of at 8am
• Airport: Drop off after the Amtrak/Bus station stop

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, November 26, 2026 at 5pm 

• Airport pick up at 5pm
• Amtrak/Bus pick up at 6pm

Requests for Airport Shuttle must be to the Rochester Airport and students will have to fill out the Online travel request form for both their trips to and from the airport