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The Library Services staff will be hosting the Library 101 Workshop on Wednesday, September 23rd at 5pm in the Hinkle Library. Stop by and learn all of the resources the Library has to offer you! 

Find this workshop, future events and a collection of online workshops on a wide variety of topics available on our Student Success Center SharePoint.

Want to play intramurals? Use the respective link below to sign up for the sport you're interested in! Share the link with your friends if you know they'd be interested as well. Information on time, date, and location is posted on PioneerLink/Corq. If you have any questions, email the Recreation department (recreation@alfredstate.edu). 

3 v 3 Basketball Sign-Up Form
5 v 5 Soccer Sign-Up Form
6 v 6 Volleyball Sign-Up Form

On Thursday, September 24 at 5 PM, the Hinkle Memorial Library at Alfred State is hosting "Let's Talk: Reading," a panel event featuring our own students and local writers. Panelists will describe why they love to read and how their love of reading has affected their writing. We invite all students, faculty, and staff to attend and share their love of reading; audience members will have opportunities to answer and ask questions, too! The event will take place in the Library Classroom and refreshments will be provided. See you there!

Alfred State has implemented a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy to provide guidance on the responsible, ethical, and appropriate use of AI technologies across the campus community. We encourage all students, faculty, and staff to review the policy and familiarize themselves with its expectations and requirements.

Click here for the HR SharePoint PDF.

This is a just a reminder that the last day to DROP a full-term course with no fee is 9/21/26.

However, students can still withdraw from a full-term course with a $20 fee through 11/30/26.

Join Us!

The Blue and Gold Dinner will be held on Thursday, September 24th at The Terrace! 4:30pm - 8pm. We'll see you there!

Parking lots 19, 20, & 20A (near Pioneer Stadium & Orvis) will close at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, September 22nd and remain closed through Saturday, September 26th. Parking lots 21 & 22 will close Friday afternoon.

Primary Alternate Lots: Students should park in Lot 18 or Lot 31 (enter behind Peet Hall).

Additional Parking: Extra spaces are available off Moland Rd. near the baseball field. Reminder: Please ensure vehicles are NOT parked on the grass!

Shuttle Parking: Space is always available with shuttle transport to campus at the Motorsports Complex and the ACES Bus Garage (located near 184 North Main Street).

Weekend Faculty/Staff Parking Exception: Students may park in Faculty and Staff spaces after 4:00 PM on Friday, September 25th for this weekend only.

All student vehicles must be moved back into designated STUDENT parking by 7:00 AM on Monday morning.

Vehicles that remain in closed parking lots, or re-enter after the closing time are subject to enforcement up to and including towing at the owner's expense.

Thank you for your cooperation! Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

GO PIONEERS!!
 

Welcome back for another great academic year! 

Here in Health and Wellness, we have already been busy seeing students. Upper respiratory viruses are the most common medical diagnosis at Health and Wellness Services, so far.  Symptoms may include a runny nose, sore throat and cough that could last for a couple of days to a couple weeks.  In addition, there have been cases of flu (Influenza A) on campus.  Flu symptoms may include feeling feverish or chills, a cough, sore throat, muscle aches, and/or fatigue.  Learn more  by visiting the NYS Health Connector - Flu Tracker Weekly - NYAPD.  Recommendations from our medical team include getting the flu shot, rest, fluids, and over-the-counter pain relievers and possibly decongestants. These infections are usually viral and typically resolve within one to two weeks on their own. If symptoms last longer than 10 days, then you should be seen by a medical provider. Overall, ways to lower your risk of infection include the following:  getting plenty of sleep, staying physically active, managing your stress, drinking plenty of fluids, and eating nutritious food.

As always, as a student, you are able to be seen by our medical staff and given over-the-counter medications and prescription medications, if needed, at no cost to you (some restrictions apply). Please, don’t hesitate to reach out if you wish to be evaluated by our team.  Alfred Campus- call us at 607-587-4200 to set up a time to visit (appointment only).  Wellsville Campus- call 607-587-3141 or visit the health center in the PSU for a walk-in appointment.

Medical excuses or "notes" excusing students from class will not be provided. However, confirmation dates and times a student received treatment can be accessed through the student health portal, to be provided to their faculty.

 Thank you,

Clubs & Organizations!

You are invited to join us for our "On The Block" Collaborative event, on Friday, Sept. 25th, from 5:30-7:30pm, at the Pioneer Stadium!

 Event Overview

On The Block is a collaborative, campus‑wide cultural celebration hosted by the Student Senate in partnership with the Cultural Life Center, the Office of Student Engagement, and multiple student organizations. The event builds community, fosters creativity, and strengthens connections through interactive games, live music, food, fashion, and shared experiences.

The program is designed to give back to Alfred State students by creating a space where they feel celebrated, engaged, and connected to campus life and the surrounding community. Participating organizations will sponsor and host activities that provide entertainment and meaningful engagement while showcasing their missions.

The form for club sign-ups will remain open until Tuesday, Sept 22nd, and is linked below!

https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/submitter/form/start/735062

 Make sure you get your form in ASAP to lock in space and equipment reservations as they are available on a first come first serve basis! 

 Let's make this a wonderful event!  

Back by Popular Demand - Alfred State Culinary Arts Southern BBQ Drive-Thru Dinner

Thursday September 24th 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm (or sold out)

Cost - $15.00 (cash or check only!)

Dinner includes

Smoked Turkey Breast,

Smoked Sausage,

Macaroni & Cheese, 

Southern Style Green Beans,

Corn Bread, and Apple Cider Blondie

DRIVE THRU PICK UP ONLY!

AT CULINARY BUILDING GARAGE

There will also be a bake sale to include pies, brownies, cookies and cookie sandwiches.

Proceeds from the dinner benefit the students in the Culinary Arts programs.

We will take pre-orders for faculty and staff from the Alfred Campus to ensure you get what you want. Call Mary Ellen at 3170 now - before noon on the 24th.

All students completing degree requirements this semester must apply to graduate.
Diplomas are NOT automatically awarded.

How to apply:

1. Log in to my.alfredstate.edu
2. Select Academics
3. Select Graduation Card
4. Click Application to Graduate

You should also:

• Contact your academic department to confirm all graduation requirements are met
• Review your degree progress in DegreeWorks

Deadline

October 5, 2026
(This deadline is required to receive a December 2026 diploma.)

Important reminders:

• There is no fee to apply
• Students who plan to attend commencement will need to pay a fee
• Do NOT apply for May 2027 graduation at this time
• Students graduating in December who plan to return in the spring in a new program must apply for readmission through the Admissions Office
  ➜ Registration is not allowed until readmission is approved

Please apply by the deadline to avoid delays in receiving your diploma.

The Center for Civic Leadership is proud to be partnering once again with Alfred University and the Village of Alfred to host our 4th annual Alfred Day of Service.  If you are interested in volunteering, we welcome helping hands as we engage in a variety of identified projects, from painting and gardening to street and creek clean-up.

• When: October 24th
• Arrival time: 8:45
• Location: Village Bandstand

Service will take place following opening remarks and introduction to service projects at 9am and will continue until 12 (or until work is complete). 

Any questions regarding this event can be sent to Cyan Corwine either directly or through civicengagement@alfredstate.edu.  Thank you for all who are willing and able to support this community wide initiative that helps us lead with care while cultivating connection. 

This year on Saturday, September 26th from 4:30-6:30 pm in the MacKenzie Common Atrium there will be a Campus Feud (Family Feud) for members of the community. We are looking for teams of 4 to compete for some great Alfred State Prizes. But first we need some survey responses. I am asking for assistance from the campus community with the responses for the game. The included link is for the 50 questions available for the event. You can fill in as many or as few responses as you wish but the more we have the better. The form will be available until Thursday, Sept. 24th. Be creative and thank you for your help. There will be additional events also throughout the year.  

2026-27 Campus "Family Feud" Survey Questions (Series 1) – Fill out form

Alfred State has adopted updated Discrimination Complaint Procedures for both Title VI and Title IX matters. These procedures outline how reports of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and related concerns are addressed and resolved by the College.

We encourage all students, faculty, and staff to review the updated policy, which is now available on the Human Resources SharePoint, on the Title VI & IX webpages.

Open Room Changes and Consolidations 

Due to a record number of new students joining our campus community this term, Residential Services is shifting how we handle the Open Room Change process. We are actively adjusting our approach to ensure every student is supported, and we will share full details below on the updated steps and timeline.

Room Consolidations will begin Monday, September 7th and go until Friday, September 11th. 

Occasionally, through no fault of their own, students who sign up to live in a double room find themselves without a roommate. Unfortunately, all students who live in a double room must be consolidated with another student in a similar situation.  Students will have the opportunity to meet other students at a mixer set up in the residence hall by the building supervisor, so students should look for an email from their RD/AD about that meeting.  We will not be doing room buyouts.

In Building Changes will begin Tuesday, September 22nd through Friday, September 25th 

Students wanting to move within their residence hall will see their Residence Director during their office hours.

Out of Building Changes will begin Monday, September 28th and go through Wednesday, September 30th 

See Residential Services in the Townhouse Commons between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 

See Residential Services in the Townhouse Commons between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for after hours assistance. 

Depending on the move, there may be an increase or decrease in the cost of housing. Students are encouraged to review the Room Rates prior to completing any move. Information on room rates can be found on our Housing Costs page.

This process must be completed within 24 hours of starting the room change.            

For more details regarding this process please use the following link: https://www.alfredstate.edu/sites/default/files/License-for-Residence.pdf to view a copy of the License for Residence. Specifically details on this process can be found on page 3 under the header of Room Consolidation.