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Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Engineering Technology students visit Napoleon Engineering in Olean
Quartet of students participate in National Dairy Challenge

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Contact Paul Welker - welkerpm@alfredstate.edu if you have a story idea! If you are posting pictures on your social media make sure to tag @AlfredState or ask us to collaborate with your posts!

The Marketing Communications Office is excited to let the college community know about new videos that have been developed and are available to faculty and staff to help in recruitment of future Pioneers.

Check them out on our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/@AlfredStateCollege

Five of the latest video releases:
Whiskers and Wags Clinic
Cyber Lab Ribbon Cutting
Hot Dog Day 2026
Whiskers and Wags Clinic
Pioneer Pathways: Student Engagement with Maggie Gause and Steven Edwards
Main Gate A - Ready Player One Lounge

Pioneer Pathways Playlist - six episodes
Big Blue Blitz Playlist - eleven episodes
Student Created Shorts - fourteen videos

On Thursday, April 30 members of the Alfred State and Alfred University athletic departments will gather at 1 p.m. to announce the winner of the inaugural Pioneer Cup. The event will take place in the lawn of the Fasano House right next to the main entrance of both institutions.

All members of the Alfred State, Alfred University, and local community are invited to join the event.

Can't make it to the event - Alfred State and Alfred University social media will have updates following the event on their channels. 

ASC is hosting a Manufacture Your Future, career exploration event for high school students in the SET building on May 1st. Approximately 125 high school students and staff will be on campus with our professors and students learning about manufacturing equipment. Local manufacturing companies will also be on site to offer interactive hands-on learning experiences to these students. Please be patient and use caution as there will be an influx of traffic due to this event and others taking place on our campus.

Join us for a special sale at the Alfred Campus Store during the week of Graduation!

Hopefully our UUP academic employees have seen the recent announcements and emails posted for our upcoming workshop: An Academic Employee (Faculty) Guide to Workload

Conversations with academic colleagues this past year have shown this workshop to be timely and valuable, and it's being offered REMOTELY on May 4th and IN-PERSON on May 7th.  You'll see more announcements and emails over the next week. People may attend either or both.  Naturally we understand that any workshop at any time may not fit within a person's availability, but we hope that those who do attend can discuss the information shared with their colleagues.

• Registration is necessary; email Chapter Assistant Elaine (Burns) Ryan at Alfred@uupmail.org to reserve your spot.
• Note that this workshop is only for academic (faculty & librarian) UUP members.

This is an event for UUP MEMBERS, if you'd like to attend, we will help you sign up!  UUP membership makes good things happen! A higher proportion of membership adds to our negotiating leverage for improving our work lives and benefitting SUNY as a whole. Membership is NOT automatic; check your pay stub and if you’re not already a member, you can sign up at http://uupinfo.org/join

Please stop in for a self-guided tour of completed student projects in room 252 SET!  There are interactive projects from two different courses:

Students in MECH 4134 - Introduction to Renewable Energy - completed simulated smart homes this semester.  We have eight examples - each is a poster board full of sensors and actuators demonstrating how a central microcontroller can be used to control things we use every day in different areas of a home to reduce energy consumption.  Students used AI generated code to program the microcontrollers, and the techniques and findings from their experience with AI coding were presented at an American Society of Engineering Education conference last weekend. The original assignment, the project grading rubric, and a lab partner contribution rubric are also available for review.  

Also in 252 SET, you will find an “arcade-style” claw machine entirely designed and fabricated by a group of five seniors in BSET 8003 – Senior Project.  Try your luck – no quarters required.  Group members include graduating engineers from the mechatronics, computer, and mechanical engineering technology programs. 

Both projects were funded in part with applied learning grants from the VPAA’s office (Thank you!!). Please stop in to see some of the amazing things our students are doing.

The rooms will be open 29Apr through 01May from 8am - 3pm.  

Purchase Order Submissions (Submitted to Procurement or via Pioneer Purchasing) – due Monday, May 18
     Example: I have quotes and want to place an order.

•    This timing is necessary to allow adequate time to process the purchase order and receive items by June 30. Requests not completed by that date are at risk for items not being received on time and consequently will need to be processed against the 2026-27 fiscal year.

•    Merchandise received after June 30 on 2025-26 Purchase Orders must be paid from 2026-27 funds. If items have longer lead times, please submit Purchase Order requests early enough to accommodate delivery prior to June 30. 

•    Purchase Order requests received after May 18 will be held until July 1 and processed against the 2026-27 fiscal year. 
•    Please contact Daniel DuMond at x3917 with questions.

Payment Submissions for Merchandise Received (Submitted to Accounts Payable or via Pioneer Purchasing) – due Monday, June 22
     Example: I have an invoice for something we have already received and need it paid.

•    This timing is necessary to accommodate the high volume of payment requests received prior to the fiscal year-end shutdown. Payment requests received after this date risk not being processed until the financial system reopens after July 1. 
•    Please contact Caitlin Fanton at x3918 with questions.

Outstanding Travel Reimbursements 
     Example: I traveled, am due reimbursement, but haven’t submitted a travel voucher yet.

•    Due to the high volume of activity at fiscal year-end, travel vouchers should be submitted to Travel as soon as possible, but no later than 30 days after the trip concludes.
•    The college is not obligated to reimburse vouchers submitted 30 days or more after travel ends.
•    All travel vouchers and net card logs must be completed within 30 days of return, including zero reimbursement vouchers when a state travel/NET card was used.
•    Failure to submit required vouchers or NET card logs with receipts within 30 days may result in personal liability for travel or NET card charges. 
•    Please contact Denise Hults at x3921 with questions, trip updates, changes, or cancellations. 

Procurement Cards 

•     Due at the end of the billing statement. Please look for the email notification from Daniel DuMond with the specific due date.

•    You are responsible for reconciling your statement, even if you are leaving for the summer. Please make arrangements for certifying your May statement (available in June), if applicable.

•    Failure to complete certification may result in revocation of P-Card privileges.

•    After the purchase order and payment submission deadlines, you are encouraged to use your P-card for appropriate purchases in accordance with guidelines.

•    Important: P-cards will not be turned off. Transactions on the June statement will post to the current fiscal year. Transactions on the July statement will be charged to the 2026-27 fiscal year. To avoid timing issues, we recommend avoiding credit card transactions from late June through July 6, as delayed posting could cause charges to fall into the new fiscal year unintentionally. 

•    Please contact Daniel DuMond at x3917 with questions.

We heard your feedback—and we’re excited to deliver!
We are planning Staff Development Days designed specifically with our staff in mind.

Please reserve May 19 & 20 on your calendar while we finalize the agenda and presenters for both days. You won’t want to miss it—these two days will be filled with interactive, engaging, and informative sessions.

Keep an eye on your email for the upcoming sign-up survey, where you’ll be able to reserve your spot in the sessions that interest you most.

Parking Lots 18 (bottom tier lot by Pioneer Stadium) 21, 22, 23 & 26 (by Orvis) will be closing at 4pm on Friday, May 1st. The lots will remain closed through the day on the 3rd for the Honors Convocation. Students that are required to move should park in any other residential student parking lot. This does not include commuter student parking lots. 

Please keep in mind, there is always available parking in parking lot 31 (which can be accessed behind Peet Hall). 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. Please spread the word and continue to monitor your daily announcements. 

Parking Lots 19 & 20 (top two tier lots by Pioneer Stadium) will be closing at 4pm on Thursday, April 30th. The lots will remain closed through the day on May 1st for the Special Olympics. Students that are required to move should park in any other residential student parking lot. This does not include commuter student parking lots. 

Please keep in mind, there is always available parking in parking lot 31 (which can be accessed behind Peet Hall). 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. Please spread the word and continue to monitor your daily announcements. 

A new policy outlining the process for capital construction projects was introduced in January and is now available to be used going forward. 

This policy, ​Capital Construction Projects​, is intended to provide clarity and consistency around how capital construction projects are initiated, reviewed, and advanced. Capital construction at ASC is defined as projects that involve work with fixed building assets. There are two primary elements that require us to follow SUNY Capital Construction requirements (one or both can be true):

• The project, on state property, changes or improves the building structure and components.
• State dollars are used to fund the project and payment is processed through a state account.

The policy introduces a standard ​Capital Construction Project Request Form​ to support early planning and coordination. Faculty and staff planning capital construction work are encouraged to review the policy and use the application form when considering future projects.

 Questions can be directed to the Office of Capital Construction, at construction@alfredstate.edu, as needed.

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Start Finals Prep Now Workshop on Wednesday, April 29th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. Start Finals Prep Now will help prepare students for Final Exams. Students will learn the different stages of exam prep that includes before, during and after checklists, the study cycle, and mistakes to avoid in order to do their very best on Final Exams. In addition, students will learn strategies to address the causes of testing anxiety and leave with an individualized plan to overcome their own personal test taking anxieties.

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

Thank you to our faculty and staff who support Alfred State through Accentuate Alfred payroll deduction giving. Your ongoing contributions make a meaningful difference for our students and campus every day.

As a token of our appreciation, Accentuate Alfred donors are invited to a special Alumni & Donor Appreciation Brunch during Alumni Reunion Weekend:

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Lake Lodge | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To RSVP by May 15, contact:
Sandra Burdick
607-587-3931 | BurdicSL@alfredstate.edu

Not yet part of Accentuate Alfred? Faculty and staff can join at any time through simple payroll deduction, an easy way to make a lasting impact. CLICK HERE for the Accentuate Alfred Form

We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the impact of giving back!

Do you know a faculty member who should be recognized for their dedication to Alfred State College?  The SUNY Chancellor’s Award committee is soliciting nominations in the following four categories for the 2026-27 award cycle:

• Faculty Service – consistently superior service to the college and/or students
• Scholarship and Creative Activity – excellence in scholarship/research and/or creative performance
• Teaching – consistently superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching
• Adjunct Faculty - superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching by an adjunct faculty member

These awards are based on student, faculty, and staff nominations.  Please take a moment to submit a nomination by completing the brief survey available at: SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence - Spring 2026 Nominations – Fill out form

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by May 15. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

Please consider attending a workshop and discussion with Michelle Malinovsky, one of the SUNY AI For the Public Good Fellows, on Thursday, April 30 from 12:30-3:30 in SLC 408. Michelle is a librarian and English professor at Onondaga Community College; while her session will be targeted at those audiences here, it will be applicable to all who wish to build their understanding of AI literacy.

The session will begin with a hands-on workshop to assist faculty in incorporating AI literacy into their courses (until about 2 PM), followed by a presentation/discussion about classroom activities, challenges, and anything folks want to talk about. Please bring your laptop and feel free to attend any or all of the event!

We will provide a virtual option via Teams for people who are not on campus; however, those people may not be able to fully participate, so in-person attendance is recommended. (Michelle will be here in person.)

Please email Library Director Janelle Varin if you plan to attend any portion (for headcount purposes), if you need a virtual option, and if you have any questions. Thank you!

There will be special dining hours for our dining units on campus for Finals Week! Changes can be found on the ACES Alfred Website, Facebook and Instagram.

*** This will be a fully remote workshop***

Our UUP Alfred chapter is excited to host our next REMOTE workshop on Monday May 4, from 10-11:30am. All UUP members at Alfred, Wellsville, and Northland campuses can attend! 

This will be a REMOTE version of the faculty workload workshop to also be offered, and you are welcome to attend both.

*** This workshop is only for academic (faculty & librarian) UUP members***

An Academic Employee (Faculty) Guide to Workload

Workload creep - it may be happening to you.  What is the “pie?”  What are the faculty work plans? What is a full workload and how do you know when it is increasing?  How should you handle increases?  Find answers to these questions and more during the upcoming workshop: An Academic Employee’s Guide to Workload.   Our NYSUT Labor Relations Specialist, Jamie Guilian, will be sharing her expertise and insights at this workshop.  

Registration helps us plan and closes at 4pm on Friday May 1, 2026. Email Chapter Assistant Elaine (Burns) Ryan at Alfred@uupmail.org and reserve your spot.  On the day of the workshop, a TEAMS link for REMOTE access to the workshop will be sent to you.  This workshop is open to UUP members only.  Check your pay stub; if you have not yet joined UUP, you can become a member by filling out the online membership form at http://www.uupinfo.org/join

The Saxon Inn on Alfred University's campus has recently installed Electronic Vehicle (EV) Chargers in their parking lot. These chargers are available for public use, 24/7. 

There are six chargers available, and the cost is $0.40/kWh, with a $1.00/hour idle fee after a one-hour grace period.

Have you ever tried voting for faculty senate positions and realized you didn’t know who everyone was that was running? Our goal this semester was to enhance the voting process by asking everyone who was nominated to submit a brief statement explaining who they are and why they are interested in the faculty senate position. The following document is a compiled list of nominee statements: SP26 Faculty Senate Nominee Statements.docx

Dear Faculty and Staff,

Help us find the next faces of Alfred State!

The Admissions Office is gearing up to build a fantastic team of Student Ambassadors for the 2627 year, and we’re hoping you can help us spot the stars. If you know students who are outgoing, dependable, and genuinely love being part of the Alfred State community, we’d love to hear from you.

Student Ambassadors play an important role in welcoming prospective students and their families by serving as Student Tour Guides or Student Callers. We’re looking for students who represent Alfred State with pride and can share their experiences in a friendly, authentic way.

Your recommendations go a long way in helping us create a team that truly reflects the best of Alfred State. If someone comes to mind, please send their name to georgell@alfredstate.edu.

Thanks for your continued support and for helping us showcase what makes Alfred State such a great place to be!

Laura George and Mike Chapman

Join us for our annual Employee Recognition Luncheon on Thursday, May 14th, beginning at noon in the Orvis Gym! This is a time to come together to recognize the incredible dedication, hard work, and accomplishments that make our campus community so special. We hope you will enjoy a relaxing afternoon with a delicious lunch, great company, and a chance to reflect on all that has been accomplished together.

We will be celebrating milestone years of service, honoring retirements, and recognizing some truly outstanding colleagues whose contributions make a lasting impact.

We hope to see you there!

Dear Faculty,

Have a teaching and learning topic you’re passionate about? CITE is looking for faculty to propose and lead a Faculty Learning Community (FLC) or Community of Practice (CoP) for the 2026–27 academic year. You choose the topic—CITE provides support with community building, logistics, and deliverable development. View full details and download the call for application: https://asc-cite.com/FLC-CFA-April26 

At a Glance:

• Awards - Up to 3 Leaders; Stipend - $500 per semester (Fall 2026)
• Time Commitment - Facilitate monthly sessions (Oct–Mar), set agendas, and engage members via Teams
• Term - September–November 2026 (Spring 2027 continuation possible)
• Deadline - May 10, 2026; Notification of Award: May 15, 2026

Apply now: CITE Faculty Learning Community/ Community of Practice Application – Fill out Form

Have a community idea you want to talk through? Contact CITE at cite@alfredstate.edu or stop by EJB 106. 

To View and access ALL OPEN CALLS FOR APPLICATION visit CITE SharePoint and CITE Team Space.

This week’s BONUS class on Tuesday, April 28th is REV+FLOW! It’s strength, toning, balance, and flexibility with functional mobility moves! Bring your sneakers and a water bottle! Yoga mats and light hand weights are provided! Join us in Shults Hall studio at 6 pm.

Wellness Wednesday group fitness classes also meet for the final time this semester. REV+FLOW at 5 pm and REFIT at 6 pm.

Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu for more information.

Dear faculty,

Are you working on an idea to strengthen teaching and learning in your department, across the college, or in your own classroom? The CITE Faculty Fellowship Program supports faculty who are ready to dedicate focused time to a defined initiative—and get paid to do it. Choose from three fellowship tracks. View full details and download the call for application https://asc-cite.com/FF-CFA-April26  

At a Glance:

• Awards - Up to 3 Fellows; Stipend -$500 per semester (Fall2026)
• Time Commitment ~2 hours/week + monthly meetings with CITE
• Term - September–December 2026 (Spring 2027 continuation possible)
• Deadline: May 10, 2026; Notification of Award: May 15, 2026

Apply now: CITE Faculty Fellow Application – Fill out Form

Questions or want to talk through your idea? Contact CITE at cite@alfredstate.edu or stop by EJB 106. We encourage a brief consultation before you apply.

To View and access ALL OPEN CALLS FOR APPLICATION visit CITE SharePoint and CITE Team Space.

Dear Faculty,

Want to improve student success in a course where students have historically struggled? The CITE Students-as-Partners Grant pairs you with trained student partners who help you examine your course design, instructional practices, and the student learning experience—and co-develop targeted improvements. Priority consideration will be given to courses with high DFW rates (grades of D, F, or Withdrawal). Not sure of your course’s DFW rate? CITE can help you obtain this data before you apply. View full details and download the call for application: https://asc-cite.com/SaP-CFA-April26 

At a Glance:

• Awards - Up to 3 faculty–student partnerships. Faculty Stipend -$500 per semester (Fall 2026)
• Student Partners - 1–2 students per faculty member, compensated separately by CITE ($250–$300)
• Time Commitment - Faculty: ~1–2 hrs/week | Student Partner: ~2 hrs/week
• Term - September–December 2026 (Spring 2027 reapplication possible)
• Deadline - May 10, 2026; Notification of Award: May 15, 2026

Apply now: CITE Students-as-Partners Award Application – Fill out Form

We strongly encourage you to schedule a conversation with CITE before applying—we can help you think through course selection, connect you with DFW data, and discuss what a partnership might look like in your context. Reach us at cite@alfredstate.edu or stop by EJB 106.

To View and access ALL OPEN CALLS FOR APPLICATION visit CITE SharePoint and CITE Team Space.

Join us for our final commUNITY Potluck for the spring semester on April 29th!! 

Make a dish to share a taste of “home” and help enhance our culture of care in Alfred. The commUNITY potlucks are a monthly gathering for our entire community to engage in conversation and foster care and connection over foods that remind us of home! This is our second academic year running this initiative, which is sponsored through the Center for Civic Leadership. While we look forward to putting more dates on the calendar next accademic year we would love to celebrate the end of the semester with as many people as possibe and are grateful for all who have come out to contribute each event! 

• Location: Union University Church Center (building next to the Collegiate on the corner of Main and Church street - enter in center of building on Church Street)
• Time: 6pm-8pm
• Dates:
  • Wednesday, February 25th
  • Wednesday, March 25th
  • Wednesday, April 29th  

Our final potluck this semester will also be in collaboration with Alfred Box of Books who will run a Bingo event alongside our community meal! 

• “Tasters Choice” awards are given at each event for the favorite dishes on the night.
• Special thanks to N'Dulge Bakery for sponsoring a birthday treat each potluck.

Come join us and help celebrate commUNITY!

Do you belong to a club or organization actively involved in making a difference in the larger community? Are you solving problems, taking on opportunities, and using your passion and skills to help others? This could take the form of volunteerism, community service trips, public awareness campaigns, fundraising efforts, advocacy, and education.

If so, we invite you to view our Civic Engagement Pioneer page to submit a Leadership Suite proposal. Leadership Suites are designed to celebrate our clubs and organizations leading the way with civic action and help broaden visibility to get others involved in community-minded causes and initiatives locally, regionally, and/or globally.  

Generally, there are 2-5 suites up for review each semester. Suite applications must be submitted by May 10th, 2026, to be considered for Fall 2026.

Interested but have questions, please reach out to civicengagement@alfredstate.edu.

Students who complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA at StudentAid.gov by May 1 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a scholarship.

Prizes:
• 1st Place: $1,000 scholarship
• 2nd Place: $500 scholarship
• 3rd Place: $250 scholarship

Please note you must enroll for the Fall 2026 semester to be eligible.

If you need help completing your FAFSA, contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office at 607-587-4253 (toll-free 1-800-4-ALFRED) or email sfs@alfredstate.edu.

The deadline is fast approaching, so started today!

Best of luck!
Alfred State
Student Records and Financial Services

Help us evaluate the effectiveness of Pioneer Link/QORQ by filling out this quick survey!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxF1IHaLHhjHUmHWM2fVss2w6tMHEEttOaDxc3oSDtTdXW2w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

We are excited to share that the annual Special Olympics event will take place on May 1st at Pioneer Stadium from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering and supporting this wonderful event, please email Anne Holmok at Holmoka@alfredstate.edu. Thank you for considering lending your time and energy to make this day special for all participants. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Graduating Alfred State students celebrate new jobs
Women's Lacrosse Claim The AMCC Title

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Contact Paul Welker - welkerpm@alfredstate.edu if you have a story idea! If you are posting pictures on your social media make sure to tag @AlfredState or ask us to collaborate with your posts!

Commencement will be held on May 9, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Pioneer Stadium.  All faculty and staff are invited to attend and march in the procession.  Academic regalia is required for those that choose to march.  

To ensure we have enough seating, please RSVP with Joann Bloxsom bloxsojf@alfredstate.edu by Friday, May 8.  

The collective bargaining agreements between the State and CSEA, Council 82, M/C (Grade 22 and below), DC-37, NYSCOPBA, PBANYS, and PEF, allow employees to waive holiday compensation.

Consequently, between April 2 and May 15, 2026, employees may elect to change their holiday waiver, in writing, using the Holiday Waiver form found on our website, under Human Resources under Employee forms box Waiver of Holiday Compensation Election Form. This form must be on file if you elect to waive holiday pay and choose to receive instead compensatory time off for holidays worked. The waiver will remain in effect until at least April 1, 2027. Employees may also elect to revoke any waiver of holiday compensation now in effect by filing this same form. If you wish to keep your current holiday pay or waiver status, you do not need to submit an updated form.

Please forward completed forms to Amber Adams, in Human Resources, no later than May 15, 2026.

Effective Monday, May 11, 2026 and ending Friday, August 7, 2026, official business hours for the college will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Exceptions to these hours must receive approval by the respective divisional Vice President on the Alternative Work Schedule Request form found on the HR Forms page at: Alternative Work Schedule.  Please contact Human Resources at 4025 with any questions. 🌞

Admissions is excited to announce that we will be hosting Admitted Student Day events on campus on the dates below. We look forward to celebrating with our future Pioneers!

• Thursday, April 23 – General Program (All Majors)
• Thursday, April 30 – General Program (All Majors)

If you have any questions, please contact Erin Patanella at patanee@alfredstate.edu.

If you’re interested in using financial aid to help pay for your summer classes, be sure to complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA and the Summer Aid Application. Once your application is reviewed, your eligibility details will be sent to your Alfred State email.

How to Apply for Summer Aid

Step 1: Complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA at StudentAid.gov.

Step 2: Register for Summer and Fall courses

Step 3: Go to my.AlfredState.edu/finances and go to the Cost & Aid Requirements card. Select Alfred State Student Forms.

• First-time user? You may need to set up your account before proceeding.
• After your account is set up, click Manage Request at the top of the page and select Summer Aid Application.

Important: The Summer Aid Application will only appear once you have completed the 2026–2027 FAFSA.

⚠️ Important Reminder About Federal Loan Changes

Before applying for summer aid, please review updates to federal loan options for 2026–2027:
👉 Types of Loans | Alfred State

💳 Check Your Summer Bill

Visit my.AlfredState.edu/finances to view your summer bill and ensure your balance is paid by the due date to avoid any delays.

If you have questions, please contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office.

This is a reminder that all BizLibrary mandatory compliance trainings are due today, April 24, 2026. If you have not yet completed your assigned trainings, please do so as soon as possible to ensure compliance. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Kristen in Human Resources.

For your convenience, login instructions are provided below:
Access Your Trainings:

🌟 Visit Alfred State BizLibrary

🌟 Username: Your Alfred State email address (e.g., smithee@alfredstate.edu)

🌟 Password: As a first time user, your password is: Trainings1!  (You'll be prompted to change your password upon login, so please remember it for future use)

🌟 If you are not a first time user, but do not remember your password, please contact fitzpakm@alfredstate.edu for assistance with resetting your password!

Thank you for your immediate attention to this requirement.

Due to poor forecasted weather on Saturday (Hot Dog Day) please note the following change.

The Carnival will be on Sunday, 4/26/26 from 1-5pm in Parking Lot 3. 
Parking lots 3 and 4 will be closed Thursday (4/23)- Sunday (4/26).

- All other events are going as planned on Main Street on Saturday (4/25) -
The wiener dog race will be at 11am at the AU Brick Hall Lawn
The parade will be at 12pm on Main Street
Vendor fair will follow on Main Street 

Please excuse the following students from class on 4/24/26 at 1:00 as the Logging Sports team will be traveling to the North East Woodsmen Championships. 

Jesse Rawlings
Blake Stewart
Lucas Barr
Owen Wolfanger
Nathan Alexander
Jacob Behrend 
Owen Ryan
Simon Warner
Alex McCarthy 
Riana Barron
Nick Costabile 
Jesse Tompkins 
Amelia Shattuck
Austin Dickinson
Joshua Dalfonso
Charlie Caskey
Hollis Frost
Quinn Blair 

Check out the special deals at the Alfred Campus Store on Saturday, April 25th from 10am - 5pm AND special hours on Sunday, April 26th from noon to 5pm!! 

15% Off Alfred State Branded Merchandise and an ADDITIONAL 20% Off Clearance Items!

Let the MarCom team help you share the college’s story with the public! The Marketing Services Store Front (www.MyOrderDesk.com/AlfredState) provides an easy way for you to request printed items, event PR/Photo/Video, or web updates, in one convenient place. Our team will carefully review your request and work with you to achieve the results you are looking for. 
New users will need choose Sign-In (button on far right in dark blue band) and create an account before ordering.

Dear Faculty and Staff,

We are excited to invite you to a series of informal but focused conversations at our monthly CITE Socials, where faculty and staff can connect over topics shaping our work at Alfred. Think light presentations, real talk, and good questions — not another formal meeting.  Our next session will focus on Technology in the service of Pedagogy, featuring Patricia Eshelman, and Cecil Gregory, who will share demos on their use of Blooket - a gaming application, and the potential of Notebook LM - a Google AI application, to support student engagement and course design. Please note that the demos are for your professional development - we seek to enhance your awareness of emerging technologies that have the potential to transform pedagogy. You are advised to contact Tech Services for approval to use them in the classroom. 

📅 Friday, April 24⏰3:00 – 4:00 p.m. 📍 EJ 106 💻 Prefer to join remotely? Join us on Teams.

🍪 In-person perks: Light snacks, coffee, and books to take home! 

Share your questions about this topic ahead of the session via email cite@alfredstate.edu. Have a topic you’d like us to address or a guest speaker you wish to recommend for upcoming CITE Socials? Send them our way!

We hope to see you on Fridays—come for the conversation, stay for the community!

— CITE Team

Program Exit (PSLO) Surveys have been sent to students who are expected to complete their programs this spring from those departments/programs that participate in this college-wide assessment activity. These surveys ask students how well they think their programs prepared them to succeed in each of the expected student learning outcomes.  These surveys are the main indirect assessment activity that most programs use and they are very important to our academic assessment plan.

The surveys are currently open and will run through mid-May to give graduating students ample time to complete the survey.  Students received an email to their Alfred State email address from Bridget Jacobs, Alfred State College-Surveys at Surveys@alfredstate.edu and most of them will also see a pop-up box in myLearning encouraging them to "Please Complete Your Course Evaluations and Surveys".  Students graduating from multiple programs, or those in programs administering more than one version of the exit survey will receive multiple surveys based on their program(s). Please direct any questions about the survey to Bridget Jacobs, Director of Assessment at jacobsbm@alfredstate.edu, or to your school's Academic Support Assistant, dean or department chair administrative assistant.

To maintain high response rates, please encourage graduating students to access and complete the survey. If students do not find the survey in MyLearning, please ask them to look in their Alfred State email for an email asking them how well they think their program prepared them to succeed so they can access the survey from there. Thank you!

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Showmanship Day deemed a success

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Contact Paul Welker - welkerpm@alfredstate.edu if you have a story idea! If you are posting pictures on your social media make sure to tag @AlfredState or ask us to collaborate with your posts!

The Marketing Communications Office is excited to let the college community know about new videos that have been developed and are available to faculty and staff to help in recruitment of future Pioneers.

Check them out on our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/@AlfredStateCollege

Five of the latest video releases:
Pioneer Pathways: Student Engagement with Maggie Gause and Steven Edwards
Main Gate A - Ready Player One Lounge
Pioneer Pathways: Admissions with Kandi Geibel
A Day at Alfred State with Nic
Khobir Uddin - SpaceX

Pioneer Pathways Playlist - six episodes
Big Blue Blitz Playlist - eleven episodes
Student Created Shorts - thirteen videos

Please consider attending a workshop and discussion with Michelle Malinovsky, one of the SUNY AI For the Public Good Fellows, on Thursday, April 30 from 12:30-3:30 in SLC 408. Michelle is a librarian and English professor at Onondaga Community College; while her session will be targeted at those audiences here, it will be applicable to all who wish to build their understanding of AI literacy.

The session will begin with a hands-on workshop to assist faculty in incorporating AI literacy into their courses (until about 2 PM), followed by a presentation/discussion about classroom activities, challenges, and anything folks want to talk about. Please bring your laptop and feel free to attend any or all of the event!

We will provide a virtual option via Teams for people who are not on campus; however, those people may not be able to fully participate, so in-person attendance is recommended. (Michelle will be here in person.)

Please email Library Director Janelle Varin if you plan to attend any portion (for headcount purposes), if you need a virtual option, and if you have any questions. Thank you!

The After Dark Dash 5K, hosted by the AU Wellness Center, will take place on Friday, April 24. The event coincides with Hot Dog Day, making it a great opportunity to be part of all the energy and activity happening.

The event is open to all and it’s a fun, active way for students and staff to get involved, connect, and enjoy the night.

Friday, April 24
Check in starts at 7 p.m.
Best Dressed Award at 7:45 p.m.
Race starts at 8 p.m.

$5 for students $15 for community members
Proceeds of the event will be donated to Allegany County Cancer Services

Sign up at   https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Alfred/HDDWalkRun

Dear faculty members from Alfred, Wellsville and Northland campuses,

Here is a quick look at Specialty CITE programming this week [4/21 to 4/24]. These events are open only to members and participants as indicated.

🧩 IITG AI and Academic Integrity CoP ASC April Meeting [ONLY for ASC Grant Participants]

📅 Wednesday, April 22🕚 8:00 am–9:00 am💻 Teams & EJB 106

🧩 IITG Efficacy of Gen AI Tools Check-in Option 1 [ONLY for ASC Grant Participants]

📅 Friday, April 24 🕚 10:00 am–11:00 am💻 Teams & EJB 106

We hope to see you this week at your respective session(s)!

Warm regards,
CITE Team

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Alfred State opens Ready Player One Lounge in Main Gate A
Alpha Alpha Alpha inducts inaugural class

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This is a final reminder that all BizLibrary mandatory compliance trainings must be completed by April 24, 2026. With the deadline approaching at the end of this week, we ask that you please prioritize completing any outstanding trainings as soon as possible. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to Kristen in Human Resources.

For your convenience, login instructions are provided below:
Access Your Trainings:

🌟 Visit Alfred State BizLibrary

🌟 Username: Your Alfred State email address (e.g., smithee@alfredstate.edu)

🌟 Password: As a first time user, your password is: Trainings1!  (You'll be prompted to change your password upon login, so please remember it for future use)

🌟 If you are not a first time user, but do not remember your password, please contact fitzpakm@alfredstate.edu for assistance with resetting your password!

Thank you for your prompt attention to this important requirement.

Please excuse the following students on Wednesday, April 22 for a trip to the Financial Planning Association in Rochester. 

Ty Kunzer-Borrelli
Jenny Rosendo
Killiam McGee
Lisa Cornish
Deborah Peres
Davin Oyer
Lesley Chavez
Carter Bandelian
Braden Thompson 
Graci Lewis-Ellison
Baylin Wayne
Reese McWilliams

Students can begin picking up their graduation packet on April 6 at the Alfred Campus Store or Wellsville Campus Store during regular store hours. Students that would like to attend commencement and have not paid the commencement fee can pay the $60 fee at time of pick up.  Bachelor students will need to purchase an academic hood from the Campus Store (additional $30).  If you are an online student or not on campus this semester, please call the Alfred Campus Store, 607-587-4020, to have your graduation package shipped to you (shipping charges will apply).

Lot 3 will be closed and cleared effective at 3pm on Wednesday, April 22 for the Hot Dog Day Carnival.  It is mandatory to move your vehicle out of Lot 3 for this event.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Please be advised that Lot #3 (SLC & Townhouses) and Lot #4 (10 Elm) will be closed for Hot Dog Day preparation beginning Wednesday, 4/22 at 4:30 PM through the end of the day on Saturday, 4/25.

All vehicles must be removed from these lots prior to the closure. Vehicles remaining after this time are subject to towing at the owner’s expense.

We encourage our campus community to support the many initiatives our incredible students are spearheading throughout April as part of our Civic Leadership Spring into Action Campaign.  Initiatives are already underway and you can find a list of some of the offerings linked here.  Big thank you to all who have conducted service or supported through engagement so far!!

We are aware of other potential volunteer needs in the community that are not yet filled, so if you are a club, organization or department interested in providing service this month please reach out to Cyan Corwine in the Center for Civic Leadership so we can help connect you with community partners in need.  

In addition to the publicized events: 

• AGC Student Chapter will be doing a village clean-up on April 21st led by their advisor Dr. Reza Yadollahi from 11am-1pm.
• Pi Rho Zeta is hosting a drunk driving awareness event this Wednesday, April 22nd (Earth Day) at 5pm in EJ Brown 119.
• Alpha Beta Chi is hosting a carwash on April 24th from 3-7pm at the Alfred Station Fire Hall. Car's are $5 and Trucks are $7 with all proceeds raised going to Alfred Fire & EMS!
• Criminal Justice Club (SLC 411) are partnering once again with UP and Civic Leadership to bring back the Food-for-Fine-Forgiveness program throughout the month of April. Students can drop off $10 of non-perishable food in exchange for one parking fine reduction to either of these leadership suites during the month of April. Only one fine reduction per person. Food benefits wider campus community.

These are just some of the amazing ways our students are leading the way with service this Global Volunteer Month. Please get out and support them in their efforts as we Spring into Action and nurture our caring community! Again, if you have another event that you would like to lead during the month or if you want help partnering with someone in wider community to fulfill service, please do not hesitate to reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) 

Alfred State Culinary Arts Southern BBQ Drive-Thru Dinner

TODAY April 22nd 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 Peach Cobbler

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.

This is to replace the 3-choice sit-down dinner that has been cancelled.

The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is offering two six-month online certificate programs designed to expand career knowledge and skills. Earning a certificate is a great way for eligible employees to demonstrate professional growth and support career advancement.

Programs Available:

• Basics of Supervision – Learn the core responsibilities and skills needed to be an effective supervisor
• Microsoft Excel 365 Intermediate – Build skills in formatting, data manipulation, and formulas

How to Enroll:
All programs are free and available to CSEA-represented and Management/Confidential NYS employees.

• CSEA-represented employees: Apply for a Partnership Online Learning License in the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) (SLMS Code: P_OL_Program), then register for your program
• Management/Confidential employees: Must have an Empire KnowledgeBank (EKB) license in SLMS (contact Human Resources for assistance)

Eligibility & Timeline:

• Program runs: March 16, 2026 – September 15, 2026
• All required courses must be completed by September 15, 2026 to earn the certificate
• Supervisory approval is not required for courses taken outside of normal work hours

For more information. click the NYS & CSEA Partnership Online Learning Certificate Programs Link 

Join Us this Wednesday April 22, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in EJ Brown 106 for a L.I.F.T. Workshop - MS PowerPoint & Adobe Express for Extended Experience Learning.

This session will highlight practical ways to create engaging presentations, visual materials, and student-ready content that can be used for reflection, storytelling, project showcases, and experiential learning activities. Whether you are new to these tools or looking for fresh ideas, this workshop will offer useful strategies you can apply right away.

— CITE Team

Calling all Alfred State alumni on campus! Registration for Alumni Reunion 2026 is LIVE! Join us as we celebrate Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, and milestone reunion classes: 1966, 1976, 2001, and 2016.

Reconnect with former classmates, colleagues, and fellow Pioneers for a weekend of celebration, networking, and campus pride.

View the full schedule and register HERE

We hope to see many of our faculty and staff alumni back on campus this June! 💙💛

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Alstom to establish Engineering Technology Endowed Scholarship
Students share talents at Spring Poetry Reading

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This week’s BONUS class on Tuesday, April 21st is REFIT! It’s a workout you can feel good about! With powerful moves and positive music, it is an inspiring workout that changes your body, mind, and soul. This cardio-focused class is effective and FUN - perfect for beginners and challenging for fitness enthusiasts! This means it's a workout deigned for everyBODY! Bring your sneakers and a water bottle! Join us in Shults Hall studio at 6 pm following Line Dancing at 5 pm.

Wellness Wednesday group fitness classes meet this week. REV+FLOW at 5 pm and REFIT at 6 pm.

Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu for more information.

The Student Success Center is looking for students you would recommend apply to be a Peer Mentor for Fall 2026. Ideal applicants are students who have struggled academically but have shown improvement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a positive role model, both in the classroom and within the community at large
• Meet individually with mentees to establish and achieve educational goals
• Serve as a resource for students helping them identify and use appropriate campus services

The job will be about 3-4 hours per week, and it is a paid position. 

For recommendations, please email the student’s name to Amy Babcock (babcocAM@alfredstate.edu). Thank you!

Join the Center for Civic Leadership on Wednesday, April 22nd from 2-4pm in the SLC Small Events Space to celebrate Earth Day!

• 2-4 pm - Drop in at any time during these two hours to do a sustainability craft, participate in a climate action 500 piece puzzle build, or learn about Earth Day and everyday ways to make a difference.
• 2:30-4 pm – alongside crafting and puzzle activity we will also be viewing The True Cost, a documentary exploring both the human and environmental cost of fast fashion.

Light refreshments, Earth Day / Environmental resources, voter registration information, and crafting supplies provided.

Should you have any questions, please contact Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) 

Want personalized help with retirement planning, financial goals, or your TIAA accounts?  Stephen Smith, Sr. Financial Consultant, will be on the Alfred State campus on April 21st 

What you can do:

• Get one-on-one guidance tailored to your goals
• Ask questions about retirement, investments, and savings
• Review your TIAA account and options

Bring recent investment, retirement, and savings statements to make the most of your session.  Take advantage of this opportunity to check in on your financial future.

For more information or to RSVP, click here. 

Explore your retirement options and learn how to plan for a secure financial future with these upcoming webinars:

• NYS & Local Retirement System (Pension) – Wed, Apr 8 | 12 PM
  Learn the basics of your NYSLRS pension and how it can help secure your financial future.
  🔗 Register Here
• NYS Teachers’ Retirement System – Tue, Apr 14 | 12 PM
  Understand NYSTRS benefits, key retirement milestones, and strategies to maximize your pension.
  🔗 Register Here
• Pre-Retirement Planning – Thu, Apr 16 | 12 PM
  Explore important considerations for retirement, including income sources, asset consolidation, and longevity planning.
  🔗 Register Here
• Enrollment & 457(b) Basics – Tue, Apr 21 | 12 PM & 4 PM
  Discover the benefits of joining the NYS Deferred Compensation Plan and learn how a 457(b) differs from a 403(b).
  🔗 Register 12 PM | Register 4 PM

Questions? Contact NYSDCP:

• AE Connect: 1-844-867-8197 (9am–4:30pm)
• Helpline: 1-800-422-8463 (8am–11pm)
• Schedule a call: Book Here
• Website: www.nysdcp.com

JOIN US as we celebrate together, the newly renovated Cyber Security Lab in Engineering #437. This Dedication & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is proudly supported by our corporate partner and global cybersecurity leader, Fortinet.

Please REGISTER HERE 

We look forward to seeing our campus community come together to celebrate this great day on the Alfred State Campus! 

The Department of Civil Service has announced the following upcoming civil service examinations: 

When filing your online application, please be advised that technical assistance is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please be advised that you will need a personal NY.gov ID to apply for Department of Civil Service examinations. If you do not have a personal NY.gov ID, please create an account

Open-Competitive Examination Announcements

21-026020, Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Motor Equipment)

Promotion and Transition Examination Announcements

31-455020, Associate Capital Program Analyst    

31-435020, Coordinator Equipment Operator Instruction

31-453020, Correction Lieutenant

31-454020, Correction Lieutenant (Spanish Language)   

31-450020, Employees Retirement System Examiner 3

31-451020, Employees Retirement System Examiner 4

31-452020, Employees Retirement System Examiner 5

31-448020, Laboratory Specialist 2 (Biology)         

31-449020, Laboratory Specialist 2 (Chemistry)

31-497020, Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Motor Equipment)

31-442020, Real Estate Officer 1     

31-443020, Real Estate Officer 1     

31-444020, Real Estate Officer 1

31-445020, Real Estate Officer 1     

31-446020, Real Property Analyst 2

31-447020, Real Property Analyst 3

31-439020, Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 (Medical Care)

31-441020, Registered Nurse Supervisor 2 (Medical Care)

31-436020, Senior Transportation Analyst

31-434020, Supervising Equipment Operator Instructor

31-432020, University Police Officer 3        

Please excuse the following MET students as they are visiting Napoleon Engineering Services in Olean, NY on Friday April 17th with Professor Aric Bryant. Nehemiah Abelard-Johnson, Jacob Austin, Connor Ball, Richard Brice, Jayden Brown, Teresa Cicora, Maxwell Clar, Aydian Cyrus, Elias De Jesus, Henry Decker, Alex Donnelly, Cameron Dopman, Logan Dunbar, Dallas Ecker, Ruby Edwards, Daxton Fortner, Francisco Gutierrez, Nicholas Hallett, Bradley Maltby, Davis Moh Ramos, Vincent Molisani, Jesse Riling Liam Rothfuss, Ethan Shaver, Carter Stout, Alex Szumla, Valentina Tinaj, Matthew Weeg.

This is a friendly reminder that all BizLibrary mandatory compliance trainings must be completed by April 24, 2026. We encourage you to complete any outstanding trainings as soon as possible to ensure continued compliance. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to Kristen in Human Resources.

For your convenience, login instructions are provided below:
Access Your Trainings:

🌟 Visit Alfred State BizLibrary

🌟 Username: Your Alfred State email address (e.g., smithee@alfredstate.edu)

🌟 Password: As a first time user, your password is: Trainings1!  (You'll be prompted to change your password upon login, so please remember it for future use)

🌟 If you are not a first time user, but do not remember your password, please contact fitzpakm@alfredstate.edu for assistance with resetting your password!

Thank you for your attention to this important requirement.

Friday April 17th, the Mobile Learning Lab will be on campus. You will find it parked between SLC and CDH. We invite faculty, staff and students to stop by and engage in a Random Acts of Kindness activity based on the Book, How Full is your Bucket from Gallup, Tom Rath and Don Clifton. Being a bucket filler is about being surprisingly kind. Anyone can fill buckets by recognizing when others have been helpful or have done outstanding work. This positive energy can lead to an entire shift in culture, where everyone is noticing and recognizing quality efforts. We often think positive recognition comes only from supervisors, managers, or teachers but Gallup has found that people cherish praise and recognition from peers. The environment you create significantly affects the entire culture of recognition, praise, and achievement. Recognition is everyone’s responsibility. And better, more frequent recognition happens when more people are empowered to do the recognizing. We hope you’ll join us to create a drop to fill someone’s bucket!

Please consider attending a workshop and discussion with Michelle Malinovsky, one of the SUNY AI For the Public Good Fellows, on Thursday, April 30 from 12:30-3:30 in SLC 408. Michelle is a librarian and English professor at Onondaga Community College; while her session will be targeted at those audiences here, it will be applicable to all who wish to build their understanding of AI literacy.

The session will begin with a hands-on workshop to assist faculty in incorporating AI literacy into their courses (until about 2 PM), followed by a presentation/discussion about classroom activities, challenges, and anything folks want to talk about. Please bring your laptop and feel free to attend any or all of the event!

We will provide a virtual option via Teams for people who are not on campus; however, those people may not be able to fully participate, so in-person attendance is recommended. (Michelle will be here in person.)

Please email Library Director Janelle Varin if you plan to attend any portion (for headcount purposes), if you need a virtual option, and if you have any questions. Thank you!

UUP invites you to join us for an important and empowering Financial Wellness Webinar: Budgeting, Credit & Debt Management on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST.

This free, educational session—presented by financial experts from Cambridge Credit Counseling—will help you build greater financial stability, reduce stress, and prepare for upcoming changes impacting borrowers.

During this webinar, you’ll learn:

• Practical budgeting strategies to manage monthly expenses and plan for emergencies
• How credit scores work and clear steps to improve or protect your credit
• Safe, effective debt management options to regain control of finances

Event Details

• Date: April 20, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM EST
• Format: Live webinar with Q&A
• Cost: Free  (registration required)

We hope you’ll join us for this valuable session designed to give you tools and confidence to improve your financial well‑being.

Register here: https://forms.gle/TqxWZvZf396bYrfj7

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Pair of Alfred State teams win prize money at sixth annual AHA Competition

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Last Day to Withdraw from a Full-Term Course: Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4 p.m.

• Students must work with their academic department to complete a Course Change Notice to withdraw from a class.
• Submit the completed form to the Student Records and Financial Services Office (10 Elm Building) for processing.
• Financial Aid will review all course withdrawals to determine any impact on aid eligibility.
• A $20 course withdrawal fee is charged. This fee can be paid online or in person at the Student Records and Financial Services Office.

• To pay online: go to my.AlfredState.edu, select Finances, and use the “Pay Bill” card to pay through Nelnet.
• A late fee will be added if the withdrawal fee is not paid within 30 days.

Dear Faculty and Staff,

Help us find the next faces of Alfred State!

The Admissions Office is gearing up to build a fantastic team of Student Ambassadors for the 2627 year, and we’re hoping you can help us spot the stars. If you know students who are outgoing, dependable, and genuinely love being part of the Alfred State community, we’d love to hear from you.

Student Ambassadors play an important role in welcoming prospective students and their families by serving as Student Tour Guides or Student Callers. We’re looking for students who represent Alfred State with pride and can share their experiences in a friendly, authentic way.

Your recommendations go a long way in helping us create a team that truly reflects the best of Alfred State. If someone comes to mind, please send their name to georgell@alfredstate.edu.

Thanks for your continued support and for helping us showcase what makes Alfred State such a great place to be!

Laura George and Mike Chapman

*** This will be a fully remote workshop***

Our UUP Alfred chapter is excited to host our next workshop on Thursday April 16, from 2:30-4pm. All UUP members at Alfred, Wellsville, and Northland campuses can attend! 

Know Your Rights

What do you do if you face an uncomfortable personnel issue?  Counseling?  Discipline? What are your rights in these, and other situations related to actions taken by the college? This workshop will provide valuable information to UUP members regarding counseling vs. discipline, what rights you have in each situation, and other items to be aware of if you face these situations during your employment.    Our NYSUT Labor Relations Specialist, Jamie Guilian, will be sharing her expertise and insights at this workshop.

Registration helps us plan and closes at NOON on Thursday April 16, 2026. Email Chapter Assistant Elaine (Burns) Ryan at Alfred@uupmail.org and reserve your spot.  On the day of the workshop, a TEAMS link for REMOTE access to the workshop will be sent to you.  This workshop is open to UUP members only.  Check your pay stub; if you have not yet joined UUP, you can become a member by filling out the online membership form at http://www.uupinfo.org/join

The old portal, my2.alfredstate.edu, will be shut down on May 18, 2026. Please make sure to download and save any documents you wish to keep before that date. Thank you.

Spring is a season of momentum at Alfred State. Students are putting ideas into action and gaining hands-on experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

The Pioneer Fund provides flexible support for opportunities that directly enhance the student experience. From initiatives like the Great Race to the Community Garden, these programs help students build confidence, leadership skills, and real-world experience.

As members of the Alfred State community, you see this impact every day. If you’re able, consider making a gift to support these meaningful opportunities for our students.

Make your spring gift today and help our Pioneers grow.

Thank you for all you do to support Alfred State students, inside and outside the classroom.

School of Applied Technology and Automotive Trades Department is pleased to offer a 2017 Chevy Cruze for sale. 

Open for sealed bids: Rebuilt and road-ready vehicle from Alfred State College’s Automotive Wreck-Rebuild Program sponsored by The Educational Foundation of Alfred. 

Minimum bid starts at $6,000

• 2017 Black Chevy Cruze LS Sedan 
• 83,000 miles
• Cloth interior clean and well maintained
• 1.4L engine with a 6-speed manual transmission (Stick Shift/Standard)
• Fully repaired, inspected, and cleared for road use.

Vehicle highlights: power windows/locks, cruise control, MyLink Bluetooth audio system.  New battery, new brake pads and rotors, 2 sets of rims and tires (15” steel and 16” aluminum).

This car drives, feels, and looks like a new vehicle with a much lower price tag! Restoration done right-no hidden issues.

A hand delivered or mailed sealed bid will be accepted until April 17th, 2026, before 12:00 pm (noon) to:

Alfred State College

Zero Energy Home

School of Applied Technology

2530 River Road Wellsville, NY 14895

Attn: Jennifer Graves

          Questions, inquiries, or to schedule a viewing can be directed to Sarah Moline 607-587-3104. 

Alfred States Community Garden has partnered with The Center for Civic Leadership to continue efforts around Arbor Day celebrations!  Tree-themed Alfred State shirts are currently available for $15.00 at the Campus Store to help us fund our celebrations. Proceeds from shirt sales will support purchases of Fruit Trees for our Arbor Day events in the future. Last year we were able to plant three apple trees at Alfred States Community Garden and this Arbor Day, we will be planting two plum trees! 

Help us plant roots for the future through the purchase of these shirts and mark Arbor Day (April 24th) on your calendars so you can join us for our tree planting ceremony and garden party on Friday, April 24th from 1-3pm. 

In addition, if you are looking for a way to volunteer in lead up to the event, we are seeking volunteers for Friday, April 17th from 1-3pm to help get the garden spring ready.  If you are interested in volunteering or learning more please contact our Community Garden Coordinator, Tom Kacalski (KacalsTD@alfredstate.edu) 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

54th Annual Hot Dog Day Festivities Announced

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SAVE THE DATE!

The 42nd Annual ASC Honors Convocation will be held Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 2pm in the Orvis Activities Center Gym.  Please mark your calendars now!

Questions can be directed to Lisa Gardner (3913).

Last Day for the Evaluation of the VPAA!

This is the last day to provide input through the Faculty Senate's Evaluation of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Carrie Cokely. 

The more people who provide input, the more the input represents the campus.  
Your voice matters.

You received an email providing access to the evaluation through BallotBox. 
The evaluation will be available until NOON, 15 April 2026.

Friday April 17th, the Mobile Learning Lab will be on campus. You will find it parked between SLC and CDH. We invite faculty, staff and students to stop by and engage in a Random Acts of Kindness activity based on the Book, How Full is your Bucket from Gallup, Tom Rath and Don Clifton. Being a bucket filler is about being surprisingly kind. Anyone can fill buckets by recognizing when others have been helpful or have done outstanding work. This positive energy can lead to an entire shift in culture, where everyone is noticing and recognizing quality efforts. We often think positive recognition comes only from supervisors, managers, or teachers but Gallup has found that people cherish praise and recognition from peers. The environment you create significantly affects the entire culture of recognition, praise, and achievement. Recognition is everyone’s responsibility. And better, more frequent recognition happens when more people are empowered to do the recognizing. We hope you’ll join us to create a drop to fill someone’s bucket!

Get Ready for Buffalo Bills Hiring Day! 🏈

Are you planning to attend the Buffalo Bills Hiring Day? We’ve got you covered!

The Career Development Center will be available for drop-in resume reviews and interview advice to help you feel confident and prepared.

Details:
Location: EJ Brown Hall, Room 318
Date: Thursday, April 16
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Whether you want feedback on your resume, tips for standing out in interviews, or just a confidence boost before the big day on Friday (4/17), stop by and connect with us.

Feel free to drop in and say hello—we’re here to help you succeed!

As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 student employment year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027), all supervisors are asked to complete the Student Employment Request Form. This information will support the Business Office in reviewing requests and allocating budgets for the upcoming year.

👉Please complete the form by April 15, 2026:
2026 - 2027 Student Employment Request – Fill out form

The form will ask you to estimate your student employment needs for the upcoming year. When planning, please keep in mind that:

• Requests should reflect anticipated needs for the full year.
• Federal Work-Study awards for 2026–2027 will be $3,250 per student, with an hourly rate of $16.00.
• Summer employment after graduation (May 11–June 30) remains part of the current year’s budget.
• Students may work up to 29 hours per week during the summer.

All student job postings will continue to be coordinated through Career Development. For questions about posting positions, please contact:

• Maureen Sibble – sibblem@alfredstate.edu
• Valerie Case – caseva@alfredstate.edu

If you have questions about the form or the budgeting process, feel free to contact me at vernamca@alfredstate.edu or x3965.

Wednesday April 15th is the last day to purchase your Stearns Chicken BBQ!

Cost is $12.00 each.

Alfred State Nutrition Courses present: A Sterns Chicken BBQ!

Proceeds will help support Alfred State's On-Campus Community Needs Hub.

When & Where

Wednesday April 22nd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Thursday April 23rd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Purchase with the link or QR code

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Treat yourself (and others) while supporting a great cause! Pi Rho Zeta Fraternity is hosting a DoubleGood Popcorn fundraiser, and you won’t want to miss it.

🛍️ Shop here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/jlk95j57

Choose from a variety of delicious popcorn bags and bundles—perfect for:
• Gifts 🎁 (Mother’s Day is right around the corner!)
• Snacks at home 🍿

💙 All proceeds go toward:
• Fraternity home improvements
• Creating scholarship opportunities
• Supporting emergency loan funds for students in need

⏰ Fundraiser Dates:
April 13th – April 17th (ends at 12:00 PM)

Don’t wait—this fundraiser only runs for a limited time. Grab some popcorn and make a difference!

Please excuse all students enrolled in ARCH 2394 for a field visit to Silo City in Buffalo next Wednesday, April 15th. Any instructors with questions may direct them to Kevin Hofmann, hofmankn@alfredstate.edu. 

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Dealing with Stress Workshop on Wednesday, April 15th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. In this workshop we will be discussing the effects of stress on your physical and mental wellbeing, differentiating between “good stress” and “bad stress,” and brainstorming ways we can prevent ourselves from being overwhelmed by stressors in our lives. Additionally, we will discuss what we can do to push through stressful times and find success.

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

Pi Rho Zeta, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will be hosting a Blood Drive on campus from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Donating blood is a simple way to make a life-saving impact—every donation helps patients in need.

📅 Event Details:

• Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Appointments: Encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome while availability lasts

In the week leading up to the drive, Pi Rho Zeta will be tabling in the Student Leadership Center to help students sign up for appointments and answer any questions.

📩 Questions? Contact:
Philanthropy Chairman John Volpe
volpeja2@alfredstate.edu

🔗 Sign up or learn more:
https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/event/11954970

The Drama Club invites the campus community to enjoy its Spring production of William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Set in a magical forest just outside Athens, the play follows four young lovers, a group of well-meaning amateur actors, and mischievous fairies whose magical interference leads to comic confusion, mistaken identities, and ultimately, happily-ever-after endings. It’s a lively, whimsical celebration of love, imagination, and chaos.

Ticket Information:

• $5 — Students

• $10 — General Admission

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Campus Store (in person or by phone). The Drama Club will also be tabling in CDH from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. every day through the show (cash only).

Show Dates & Times:

• April 16 — 7:00 p.m.

• April 17 — 7:00 p.m.

• April 18 — 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

All in Orvis Auditorium

The Buffalo Bills will be on campus Friday, April 17 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM in EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 conducting on-site interviews for Guest Experience (Ticket Greeter) positions for the 2025–2026 season.

💼Why apply?

• Paid opportunity
• Open to all Alfred State students, staff & faculty
• Travel provided to most in-semester home games
• On-the-spot job offers (pending background check)

✅ How to Prepare (Required Steps)

1. Apply in advance (required):
   All students—new and returning—must apply online before April 17:

   *You will not be considered if you have not applied before 4/17
   👉CLICK HERE TO APPLY

• In the “Referred By” section, type: Alfred State Student

2. Bring your resume on 4/17 
   Have a printed copy ready for your interview.

3. Attend the event
Stop by EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 on 4/17 anytime between 11 AM – 3 PM for your interview.

🎯 What to Expect

• Interviews conducted on-site
• Qualified candidates may receive immediate offers
• Offer letters will be available to sign at the event

Don’t miss this chance to work with an NFL organization and gain real-world experience while representing Alfred State! 

*Due to NFL policy, this opportunity is unfortunately not available for NCAA football student-athletes across all divisions 

Contact Professor Aquilina with questions at aquilia@alfredstate.edu

The SUNY B-140 Tuition Assistance Program provides partial tuition waivers for career-related, credit-bearing SUNY courses.

• Eligibility: Must be employed at least six months and on payroll for the entire course.
• Bargaining Unit Benefits: If you have a unit-specific tuition benefit, you must use it first before applying for the B-140.
• Course Limit: Only covers a second course per semester/summer session.
• Waiver Amount: Depends on available funds and application volume.

Application Priority:

1. Courses related to your job at Alfred State
2. Courses that support a degree related to the College mission
3. Courses for personal development

Coverage:

• Alfred State Courses: Up to 100% tuition funded.
• Other SUNY Campuses: Up to 50% tuition funded.
• Fees: Employees pay all non-tuition fees.

Part-Time Employees:

• Half-Time or More: Same benefits as full-time employees.
• Less Than Half-Time: 50% of full-time benefit.

To apply, complete the B140 Application  form and send it to Marci Johnson in Human Resources by April 15, 2026. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Archery team solidifies standing at East Regional Championships

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Contact Paul Welker - welkerpm@alfredstate.edu if you have a story idea! If you are posting pictures on your social media make sure to tag @AlfredState or ask us to collaborate with your posts!

*UPDATED - MATH 3001 - Topics in Mathematics: Intro to Linear Algebra is not approved for Critical Thinking.

Courses Approved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Critical Thinking Core Competency effective fall 2024.

• APSY 1033 -  Crisis Intervention
• MATH 1113 - Statistical Concepts
• MATH 1143 - Liberal Arts Math
• PHYS 1044 - College Physics
• SOCI 1183 - Contemporary Social Problems

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for General Education can be found here https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal pages under Academic Resources / Additional Academic Info / Resources.

The Tuition Benefits Program is now available for eligible CSEA-represented NYS employees!

• Receive up to $5,000 per program year for tuition support
• Access an additional $2,500 for high-demand fields (CDL, HVAC, Nursing, Welding)
• Get reimbursed for exam fees (up to $350) and select license renewals

Applications are open now through March 31, 2027.

Employees are encouraged to explore available opportunities and apply. For assistance, Partnership Advisors are available at (800) 253-4332, Option 1, or advisors@nyscseapartnership.org. 

for more information, go to https://nyscseapartnership.org/tuition-benefits 

Our campus community provides faculty and staff the services of a campus ombuds to employees who may be having trouble in workplace relations and are seeking an independent, neutral, confidential, and informal avenue to address their issue or concern. If you have questions or would like to meet with the campus ombuds, David Ray, you can connect by selecting the campus ombuds tab in the Alfred State portal, or by calling 607-587-4287. 

A campus ombuds provides independent, informal and non-partisan counsel to faculty and staff within the Alfred State campus community.  Alfred State faculty and staff can seek the campus ombud’s assistance in dispute resolution or misunderstandings. The campus ombuds provides an opportunity for visitors to discuss matters of concern and may act as a listener, mediator, and factfinder. The campus ombuds answers questions and provides feedback regarding concerns or complaints.  The ombuds may also provide referrals to campus resources. Faculty and staff are not required to meet with the campus ombuds to access those resources. When appropriate, the campus ombuds can also speak generally with campus offices about concerns or assist with changes implemented to create a more supportive environment for faculty and staff.

CSEA-represented employees are encouraged to take advantage of Skills for Success, a no-cost professional development program designed to support your growth and career advancement.

These courses offer a valuable opportunity to:

• Enhance your skills
• Prepare for evolving job demands
• Support your professional growth and development

Explore the CSEA Skills for Success Catalog.pdf and enroll today to invest in your future. For more information, visit the NYS & CSEA Partnership.