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Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

April features multiple civic engagement activities
Project Prom Dress Extravaganza returns on April 12
Pair of students attend Associated General Contractors of America Contractors Convention

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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!

Due to the large number of visitors on April 3, there will be several spots reserved for our visitors in lot 3 by SLC. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to provide a positive experience for prospective students and their families visiting campus.

Please excuse the following students from classes on Friday, 4/10/26. They will be attending a field trip in Buffalo to tour UB`s Gross Anatomy Lab and Brain Museum with Nicole DiRado and Holly Young. 

Bachert, Brendan
Boyer, Aiden
Carstens, Benjamin
Curry, Taylor
Dullen, Makenzie
Hargather, Karlee
Harrington, Brady
Maggione, Madelyn
Matthews, Makenzie
Mormino, Christopher
O'Keefe, Mallory
Sierotnik, Xianna
Williamson, Lacey
Wolfe, Ashley

Spring hunting permits for small game and turkey will be available at University Police Friday, April 3rd beginning at 7:00 A.M.  We have a limited number of 25 to be issued.  

Please stop at UPD’s dispatch located in the Theta Gamma House and bring a driver’s license of other form of ID.  

Hunting at the College Farm property is limited to the farmhouse side of Route 244.

CALL FOR FACULTY SENATE NOMINATIONS SPRING 2026 EXTENDED!

The Call for Nominations will be extended for another week, remaining open until Friday, April 10. The annual Faculty Senate Spring Elections will take place from April 20 until May 1. You may nominate yourself. If you nominate someone else, please get the candidate’s permission first.

To enhance the voting process, we are asking that all candidates submit a brief statement about who they are (including department and number of years at ASC) and why they are interested in serving on the committee. Please include no more than 3 sentences. This information will be shared with all voting members during elections.

Nominations may be sent to NEGelections@alfredstate.edu or contact Nicole DiGerlando digerlnd@alfredstate.edu or any NEG member:

Wayne Bensley
Sandy Burdick
Nicole DiGerlando, Chair
Summer Dorr
Reza Yadollahi
Holly Young

See also the Faculty Senate NEG page for the full Call for Nominations and the appropriate Bylaws associated with each position or committee, including all positions that are open for election.

FACULTY SENATE OFFICERS

• Vice Chair (any school; must have continuing appt.)
• Secretary/Treasurer

• University Senator

   

Faculty Senate Standing Committees:

• Academic Affairs

  2 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

• Academic Integrity

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

• Assessment & General Education

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET)

2 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

• Budget & Planning 

1 Teaching Faculty (SAS) (from any department other than Ag & Vet Tech)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET) (from any department other than Arch & Design)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAT) (from any department other than Auto Trades)

• Computing and Communication.

1 Member from Technology Services

1 Teaching Faculty (SAS)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

 2 Voting Faculty-at-Large

• E-Learning

1 Teaching Faculty (any school): 

1 Administrative Faculty (Technology Services)

• Nominations, Elections, and Governance

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

1 Administrative Faculty: 

1 Voting Faculty-at-Large: 

• Promotion & Continuing Appointment (Alfred)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAS) (Professor, holding Continuing Appointment)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAS) (Assistant or Associate)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET) (Professor, holding Continuing Appointment)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET) (Assistant or Associate)

1 Teaching Faculty holding Continuing Appointment (any school)

• Student Life 

1 Teaching Faculty (SAS):

1 Teaching Faculty (SAMET)

1 Teaching Faculty (SAT)

1 Teaching Faculty-at-Large (any school)

• ACES Board

1 Voting Faculty

Faculty are invited to review the following course outlines, programs, certificate, and minor which will be presented at the Faculty Senate meeting, April 21. The documents can be found on the CDR shared drive, in the 2 - Approved CDR - 2025-2026 folder. CDR meets in an open meeting each week on Thursday at 1500 in SDC faculty lounge. Faculty may review but not alter courses being considered at CDR by going to the CDR Drive. The agenda may be altered but courses for consideration are posted in the New Submission file. The CDR Drive instructions are posted on the Faculty Senate web page.

CDR Approved Courses:

• APSY 6023 - Applied Psychology Internship
• CISY 1013 - Computer Programming Fundamentals (pre-computer programming)
• CISY 1033 - Ethics and Technology
• CISY 2003 - Introduction to Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• CISY 3143 - Microcomputer Systems II
• APSY 7003 - Applied Psychology Capstone

CDR Approved Programs:

• AAS - Computer Info. Systems
• Bachelor of Science - Tech. Comm. and Emergent Media 

CDR Approved Certificate:

•  Voice Writing

CDR Approved Minor:

• Marketing

*Please remember that CDR materials for Full Faculty Senate must be submitted and approved by the Executive Committee, which typically meets on the first Tuesday of the month. CDR will be reviewing materials for the May F/S meeting from now through May 7.

Thank you,

CDR Committee

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).

Please excuse the following students on Friday, April 3rd for an academic fieldtrip for ARCH 6306 Design Studio 4. 

Jahkaar Brundidge, Olivia Dimaria, Amelia Giraud, Jake Loveland, Jennifer Morataya Garcia, Helen Nicole Poche, Sam Posecznick, Luis Pozo Montesdeoca, Amber Steiner and Eugene Worrell

Professor Elizabeth B. Joyce

The Student Success Center will be hosting the How to Overcome a Bad Day Workshop on Tuesday, April 7th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. Everyone has had one - a day that just does not go as planned. Sometimes we wake up and just feel off, or sometimes it feels everyone we try to do goes wrong. This workshop will discuss options on how to overcome these days. Learn how to learn how to control your day, rather than be a victim of a bad day.

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

Please excuse the following students on Friday, April 3rd for an academic fieldtrip for DSGN 2304 Interior Design 2. 

Jahkaar Brundidge, Zion Threats, Francisco Reyes Mendez, Celina Weiner, Abigail Garcia, Amber Steiner, Olivia Dimaria, Savannah Hunter, Hadley Amyot, Madi Davis, Eliza Drum, Jessica Ficarra, Maxine Beltran Villegas and Dulce Flores. 

Professor Elizabeth B. Joyce

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

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

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.

Are you looking for your W2 or wanting to change your tax withholdings?  You just go to the Alfred State Portal and the icon below Time and Attendance is NYS Payroll Online.  Click on that and you will need the N# from your paycheck/stub and your birthdate to log into for the first time.  Once in, your options will be on the left side of the screen.  View Paycheck, go paperless (pay stubs and/or w2's), Update tax withholdings, view W2's.  There you can make the changes to your taxes you want and also print off your W2.  

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/HUMAN SERVICES CAREER FAIR
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, 9 AM - 1:00 PM
STUDENT LEADERSHIP CENTER, 3RD FLOOR, RM. 310 & OPEN AREA BY CAFE

The Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences is hosting this Career Fair to bring together students seeking internships, jobs, and community service projects with agencies that would like to recruit students for these activities.  Don’t miss this opportunity!

Agencies participating thus far are:

Criminal Justice Agencies:

Allegany County Probation
Allegany County Sheriff
ASC Police Academy
ASC University Police
Corning Global Security
FBI (Buffalo)
Henrico County, VA Police Dept.
Hornell Police Dept.
Livingston County Sheriff
Monroe County Sheriff
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation
NYS Police
Rochester Police Dept.
Steuben County Sheriff
Syracuse Police Dept.
TSA (Transportation Security Administration)
US Army Recruiting Office
US Customs & Border Protection
US Marshals Service

Human Services Agencies:

Aim Independent Living
Allegany Council on Alcoholism
Allegany County Administrator
Allegany/Steuben ARC
Faith in Action
Hornell Area Concern for Youth
Hornell Partners for Growth
Steuben County Social Services
Vincent House
 

Take advantage of a valuable retirement benefit available to you. Meet with a Corebridge financial professional to discuss your goals and plan for your financial future—whether you’re just getting started or already saving.

Topics can include:

• Enrolling in your workplace retirement plan
• Building a strategy to reach your financial goals
• Strengthening your overall financial wellness
• Tools and resources to support your future 

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Spots are limited—Schedule your appointment today! 

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.

Please excuse the following architecture students on 4/3/26 as they will be traveling to Buffalo for a field study trip.

• Belmont, Aly
• Grundy, Bryan
• Bevacqua, Nicholas
• Volosik, Jackson
• Perez, Justie
• Wilson, Randall
• Thompson, Dimitri
• Schlander, Elizabeth
• Marroquin-Torres, Daniel
• Posecznick, Sam
• Pozo Motesdoeca, Luis
• Dimaria, Olivia
• Loveland, Jake
• Steiner, Amber
• Poche, Helen
• Worrell, Eugene
• Brundidge, Jahkaar
• Giraud, Amelia
• Morataya Garcia, Jennifer

Fall 2026 registration begins Monday, April 6 at 9 AM. Don’t miss your opportunity to register on time—prepare now to avoid delays.

Before Registration Opens:

• Clear your holds: View and resolve your holds now and contact the appropriate office with questions.
• Print your Course Selection Form
• Meet with your advisor: Review your course selections and receive your Alternate Registration PIN and time ticket. 

Helpful Reminders:

• Register early: Courses fill quickly—sign up as soon as your time ticket opens.  
• Check financial aid messages: Some courses (like repeats or those not counting toward your degree) may impact your aid and result in additional charges.
• Need help? Registration Instructions (How-to Guides) are available in my.AlfredState.edu under Academics → Additional Academic Info on the Academic Resources card.

Special Situations:

• Graduating and returning in a new major? Complete the Joint Intent to Enroll form (Stay For 4) or apply for readmission and submit your enrollment deposit to receive a registration time and PIN.
• No longer graduating this semester? Ask your Academic Department Chair to remove you from the graduation list so you can be assigned a registration time. 

Calling all UUP faculty and staff!  It is that time of year that Faculty Senate has created a survey so you can evaluate our Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Carrie Cokely. 

Your feedback is invaluable and will help shape efforts to enhance three key areas: leadership, management, and shared governance and curricula!  The survey contains questions in each of these areas, along with the opportunity to provide comments.

Constructive feedback is essential for fostering growth and improvement.  Be a part of positive change and support on campus through your participation in the evaluation.  Your voice matters.

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

Admissions will be submitting a bulk order for general Alfred State College folders. If your department is interested in ordering, please contact Stephanie LaFever at lafevesm@alfredstate.edu by Friday, April 3 with your department name, account number to be charged, and quantity. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Culinary Arts to host 3 Choice Dinner

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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 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

STUDENTS ATTENDING FIELD TRIP TO WELLSVILLE, NY

The following students will be attending a trip to Wellsville, NY from 8:15-11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, with Dr. Amanda Silva:

Alyssa Chesher
Morgan Foster
Adison Grusendorf
Pehyton Moore
Emma Schmitt
Arieanna Simpson
Gabriella West

CALL FOR FACULTY SENATE NOMINATIONS SPRING 2026

The Call for Nominations is still open through to the end of the day on Friday, April 3. The annual Faculty Senate Spring Elections will take place in mid-April with specific dates to follow. Nominations will be taken until April 3. You may nominate yourself. If you nominate someone else, please get the candidate’s permission first.

To enhance the voting process, we are asking that all candidates submit a brief statement about who they are (including department and number of years at ASC) and why they are interested in serving on the committee. Please include no more than 3 sentences. This information will be shared with all voting members during elections.

Nominations may be sent to NEGelections@alfredstate.edu or contact Nicole DiGerlando digerlnd@alfredstate.edu or any NEG member:

Wayne Bensley
Sandy Burdick
Nicole DiGerlando, Chair
Summer Dorr
Reza Yadollahi
Holly Young

See the Faculty Senate NEG page for the full Call for Nominations and the appropriate Bylaws associated with each position or committee. There are many opportunities still available, so don't miss your chance to participate in shared governance!

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.

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

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!

• Wednesday, April 1 – SAMET
• Thursday, April 2 – SAS
• 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.

3 Choice dinner to be held on April 16, 2023.  The cost is $50.00 per person. Seating is from 5:00pm - 6:30pm and is by reservation only.

The menu includes Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque, House Salad with choice of dressing, choice of one of the three entrees, and dessert.

The entrees to choose from are

Ossobuco with red wine reduction sauce served with asiago potatoes OR

House made Mushroom Ravioli with Duck Breast in a Marsala Cream Sauce OR

Crab Stuffed Sole with Bierre Blanc

The dessert is a dessert trio of Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake, Pistachio Raspberry Tart and Tropical Pound Cake.

To make a reservation call Mary Ellen at 3170 or email at woodme1@alfredstate.edu. 

In accordance with State Finance Law § 110, all contracts on behalf of the college shall be reviewed and signed by an authorized signatory on file at the New York State Office of the State Comptroller. At this time, the college President, Vice President for Finance and Administration, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Assistant Vice President for Finance and Management, and the Controller are the only authorized signatories for Alfred State.

Admissions is pleased to host our second Spring Open House programs on:

• Saturday, April 11

The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. with presentations on both the Alfred and Wellsville campuses. After completing their academic tours on the Wellsville campus, students will travel to the Alfred campus for a residence hall tour and to participate in financial aid and campus life presentations. Open House is a wonderful opportunity to showcase all that Alfred State has to offer to prospective students and their families.

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

Open Educational Resource (OER) Summer Intensive  

Join the OER movement and participate in the workshop to develop free or low-cost openly licensed learning materials for one of your courses or on a specific topic of interest.

• The OER Intensive will be held in-person on the Alfred campus from June 8-11, 2026.
• Funding for each project is $1,000.
• Maximum number of seats: 5
• Click here to apply.

Course Refresh (Re-design) Summer Institute 

This award will support faculty initiatives to refresh (re-design) one or more aspects of their existing course, to address specific observed learning challenges or enhance specific course outcomes. 

• Examples objectives: Address High DFW rates [applications in this category will be prioritized], improve success rates, enhance Inclusivity, enhance student engagement, advance information/AI literacy.
• Example re-design strategies: Assessment re-design, adopting student-centered pedagogies, incorporating high impact practices, Example improving course organization, or AI-infusion. 

To participate in the Course Refresh Institute this Summer, please submit a proposal to re-design or re-imagine one or more aspects of your course. 

• The Course refresh intensive will be held in-person on the Alfred campus from June 15-18, 2026.
• Funding for each project is $1,000.
• Maximum number of seats: 5
• Click here to apply.

For both projects, please submit applications by April 15 at 11:59 p.m. Decisions will be announced by April 30, 2026. 

Email CITE@alfredstate.edu with questions.  

Mark your calendars! Our annual Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day will be held on Tuesday, April 14th from 8:30-4:00. 

This special day gives children the chance to explore the campus and participate in fun and engaging activities planned by our staff and faculty. 

This event is for ages 8-13 and will be capped at 30 participants. First come, first served. The cutoff date to register is April 7th. 

If you would like your child to participate, please reach out to Kayla Cilvick in Human Resources at cilvickr@alfredstate.edu or x4023 for more information.

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. 

Summer will be here before we know it!  What a great time to take a few courses to get ahead or to raise your GPA.  Summer Sessions start May 26, 2026 and registration starts April 6, 2026.  Check out the summer class listings at the link below to see what appeals to you!  Don't wait, classes fill up fast!

https://www.alfredstate.edu/academics/continuing-education/extended-learning/credit-courses/summerwinter-courses/online-summer

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! 💙💛

Our 115th Commencement will be held on May 9 at Pioneer Stadium.  The committee is requesting volunteers to serve as marshals and ushers for the ceremony.  Marshals represent their respective schools and assist students before and during the ceremony.  Ushers assist families with questions, seating, hand out programs, and direct families to reception areas.    If you are interested in participating, please sign up under Commencement Marshal & Usher Volunteers – Fill out form 
Have questions, contact Joann Bloxsom at bloxsojf@alfredstate.edu. 

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

The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills. Remember that the mind and body are one, and psychological health is just as important as physical health to your overall well-being. 

The group sessions are free, confidential, anonymous, and virtual employees can call in from any phone. Group sessions include Monday Meditation, Mindful Mondays, Taking Care of Mind & Body, and Tending to Self. Please see the calendars for group session details and how to join.  

April Wellness Group Calendar 

April Breath-Body-Mind Sessions Calendar 

Questions? Please reach out to omh.wellnessgroups@omh.ny.gov.

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. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Khobir Uddin returns to campus to encourage and recruit
Drama Club to present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

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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:
Khobir Uddin - SpaceX
Wellsville Career Fair - Spring 2026
Pioneer Pathways: Residential Life with Mary Chamberlain
Dean Lyon - Visual effects Pioneer
Big Blue Blitz Playlist - nine episodes

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

Spring hunting permits for small game and turkey will be available at University Police Friday, April 3rd beginning at 7:00 A.M.  We have a limited number of 25 to be issued.  

Please stop at UPD’s dispatch located in the Theta Gamma House and bring a driver’s license of other form of ID.  

Hunting at the College Farm property is limited to the farmhouse side of Route 244.

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.

ARCH 4304 - Design Studio 2

DSGN 2304 - Interior Design Studio 2

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.

CALL FOR FACULTY SENATE NOMINATIONS SPRING 2026

The Call for Nominations is still open through to the end of the day on Friday, April 3. The annual Faculty Senate Spring Elections will take place in mid-April with specific dates to follow. Nominations will be taken until April 3. You may nominate yourself. If you nominate someone else, please get the candidate’s permission first.

To enhance the voting process, we are asking that all candidates submit a brief statement about who they are (including department and number of years at ASC) and why they are interested in serving on the committee. Please include no more than 3 sentences. This information will be shared with all voting members during elections.

Nominations may be sent to NEGelections@alfredstate.edu or contact Nicole DiGerlando digerlnd@alfredstate.edu or any NEG member:

Wayne Bensley
Sandy Burdick
Nicole DiGerlando, Chair
Summer Dorr
Reza Yadollahi
Holly Young

See the Faculty Senate NEG page for the full Call for Nominations and the appropriate Bylaws associated with each position or committee. There are many opportunities still available, so don't miss your chance to participate in shared governance!

The Delta Chi Omega Sorority is once again collecting prom dresses and accessories for its annual Project Prom Dress Event. Dresses can be dropped off at Print and Mail Services. 

New and gently used prom gowns and accessories are collected year round and offered to high-school aged girls annually free of charge.

Project Prom Dress will be held Sunday, April 12 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the SLC Small Event Space.

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 

Please excuse the following students on Wednesday, April 1st for an academic fieldtrip for the AAS Interior Design program. 

Lauren Wickes, Nicholas Loukasgiles, Sarahi Diaz De La Cruz, Jenna Wilkosz, Kenzie Haeffner, Alberto Pina Garcia, Camryn Wickes, Ella Campbell, Jahkaar Brundidge, Zion Threats, Francisco Reyes Mendez, Celina Weiner, Abigail Garcia, Amber Steiner, Olivia Dimaria, Savannah Hunter, Hadley Amyot, Madi Davis, Eliza Drum, Jessica Ficarra, Maxine Beltran Villegas, Josiah-Ray Smith and Dulce Flores. 

Professor Elizabeth B. Joyce

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.

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.

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

https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=0606d4df-8630-4d18-a100-9af1bdc6e548&envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&zone=usa

Dear faculty,

A teaching portfolio becomes most powerful when it moves beyond collecting documents and begins to tell a clear, evidence-based story of your growth as an educator. In this third session, faculty will explore how to translate teaching materials, student feedback, and reflective evidence into a coherent digital portfolio that highlights their teaching philosophy, practices, and impact.

Faculty will leave with practical ideas for digitally presenting their teaching story in a way that is organized, reflective, and aligned with their professional goals.

📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
🕚 11:30–12:30 pm
📍 EJ 106 + Teams [Joining Link]
👥 All interested faculty are welcome

For a preview of upcoming CITE Workshops download CITE Calendar Spring 2026.

For CITE Program descriptions and preview of available Certificates download CITE Programming Menu 2025-26. 

- CITE Team

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Center for Civic Leadership proudly announce:

The Khalid Ashraf Symposium - Freedom of the Press: A Unique Perspective featuring Special Guest Speaker Hakan Karaaytu, Professor of Digital Journalism, who will be speaking and presenting on his experiences as a journalist and media freedom in Turkey

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, 6-8 p.m. In PHS Rm. 107

** Refreshments and snacks will be served **

Please join Cyan Corwine, Angela Graves, Michael Colomaio, and Jeff Sittu for questions and audience discussion with Hakan Karaaytu immediately following the presentation.

We look forward to you joining us for this timely topic and discussion!

Become one of Big Blue's Super Friends!

To all faculty and staff members,

Did you know that currently over 100 faculty & staff members give a portion of their paycheck each pay period to Accentuate Alfred? This support truly makes them super hero's!  

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

We are inviting you to become one of Big Blue's Super friends!

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Be on the look out this semester for Super Big Blue thanking those that already give to Accentuate Alfred for being Big Blue's Super Friends!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

Dear faculty members from Alfred, Wellsville and Northland campuses,

Here is a quick look at Specialty CITE programming this week [3/30 to 4/3]. These events are open only to members and participants as indicated.

 Non-members and non-participants: If you are interested in any of these programs check out program descriptions here CITE Programming Menu 2025-26. If you are interested in joining any of these programs, email cite@alfredstate.edu, or drop by CITE office in EJ 106.

🧩 CITE Faculty Learning Community Leadership Check-in [ONLY for FLC Leaders]

📅 Monday, March 30 🕚 12:00–1:00 pm 💻 Teams and EJ 106

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

📅 Friday, April 3🕚 8:00–9:00 a.m. 💻 Teams 

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 Earns Military Friendly® School Designation

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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!

Dear SAT faculty members,
Join us for the second SAT CITE Social + Roundtable, a relaxed and collegial gathering where faculty come together to exchange practical teaching ideas, discuss common classroom and lab challenges, and learn from one another’s experiences. 

Schedule:

• Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 2:30 to 4 pm
• Workforce Development Center, Room 154
• This session is designed to spark conversation through a few short teaching-and-learning activities, followed by brainstorming around strategies that may help address shared concerns and teaching challenges of Automotive and Electrical Trades Departments.
• Refreshments will be available.

Whether you would like to share an idea, raise a challenge, or simply listen in - ALL SAT faculty on Wellsville campus - are warmly welcome. Come connect with colleagues, enjoy refreshments, and leave with at least one new idea to explore in your teaching. [We will be hosting a separate event in April, for faculty members on Northland campus]

-CITE Team

The Pioneer Awards will be presented at the Annual Employee Recognition Celebration in May. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize a terrific employee who goes above and beyond while demonstrating:

• Commitment to and a positive impact on the college
• Serving as a positive role model for the campus community
• Consistently high levels of performance

Who Can Be Nominated?
Any current Alfred State employee who has worked at the college for at least two years and who has not received a Pioneer Award in the past five years.  The five award categories include Support Staff, Academics & Library, Maintenance & Operations, Non-Instructional Staff and a Wild Card.

Nomination Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2026 by 4:00 PM.

For full program details and the nomination form,  CLICK HERE or email hr@alfredstate.edu for a more information!

Thank you for helping us recognize outstanding employees at Alfred State!

Charles Music has experienced some health-related issues that have caused him to exhaust his leave time. If you would be interested in donating vacation time to Charles to help him get back on his feet, please visit this website to obtain a donation form: ​Leave Donation​. You can only donate vacation time and in whole day increments. Once you have donated, you must maintain 10 days in your accrual bank. Thank you for any help you can provide.

Respectfully,

Justin Haynoski

1st Vice President CSEA

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 your inbox for an email from surveys@modernthink.net with the subject:
“2026 Alfred State Great Colleges to Work For Survey.”
Your personalized link is inside.

This survey is quick, completely anonymous, and confidential — and every year, the results are carefully reviewed by leadership. Your feedback directly shapes the strategic plans and employee‑support initiatives we prioritize for the coming year.

Last year, we reached a 45% response rate.
🎯 Let’s finish strong and set a new record — your voice can get us there!

Thank you for taking a few minutes today to make Alfred State an even better place to work.

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).

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

Spring hunting permits for small game and turkey will be available at University Police Friday, April 3rd beginning at 7:00 A.M.  We have a limited number of 25 to be issued.  

Please stop at UPD’s dispatch located in the Theta Gamma House and bring a driver’s license of other form of ID.  

Hunting at the College Farm property is limited to the farmhouse side of Route 244.

The Student Records and Financial Services department has multiple openings in their office. 

Program Aide SG-13

Office Assistant 2 SG-9 

Employees who meet the minimum requirements for these positions and are interested can submit their letter of interest to Kayla Cilvick in HR at cilvickr@alfredstate.edu 

SUBMISSIONS WANTED FOR ERGO, ALFRED STATE’S LITERARY MAGAZINE

Take a break, sit quietly, and create a piece of artwork, poem, story, or whatever and send to Ergo, Alfred State’s literary magazine, at Ergo@alfredstate.edu. Become part of the Ergo Committee by attending the 1st meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, at 3:30 p.m. in the SDC Faculty Lounge (Rm. 242). 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  April 3, 2026

ERGO COVER CONTEST DEADLINE:  March 30, 2026

Wondering what to submit?  Full wrap cover (front & back) 17.25" wide by 11.25" high or just the front cover 8.75" wide by 11.25" high, 300 dpi, jpeg.  All entries must fit these specifications for consideration.  Submit to Ergo@alfredstate.edu.

And better yet, there's a prize!  Winner and a runner-up will both get a $100 gift certificate for the ASC Campus Store, and boasting rights for being featured as the author of the cover on the Fall 2025 ERGO publication! 

POETRY READING:  Monday, April 13, 2026 in the Small Event Space within Student Leadership Center starting at 6 p.m.  Come and enjoy an hour of music, poetry, artwork, and tasty desserts from the Wellsville Baking Production & Management culinary students.  

⏳Only a few days left!
The 2026 Great Colleges to Work For survey closes on March 30, and we want to be sure your voice is included.

Search your inbox for an email from surveys@modernthink.net with the subject:
“2026 Alfred State Great Colleges to Work For Survey.”
Your personalized survey link is inside.

Every year, the results are closely reviewed and directly shape the strategic plans and initiatives designed to support our employees. Your feedback truly influences what we do next.

Last year, we reached a 45% response rate —
🚀 Help us beat that this year!

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey before it closes.

Your voice matters. Your experience matters.
Thank you for being part of this important effort.

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

CALL FOR FACULTY SENATE NOMINATIONS SPRING 2026

The Call for Nominations is still open through to the end of the day on Friday, April 3. The annual Faculty Senate Spring Elections will take place in mid-April with specific dates to follow. Nominations will be taken until April 3. You may nominate yourself. If you nominate someone else, please get the candidate’s permission first.

To enhance the voting process, we are asking that all candidates submit a brief statement about who they are (including department and number of years at ASC) and why they are interested in serving on the committee. Please include no more than 3 sentences. This information will be shared with all voting members during elections.

Nominations may be sent to NEGelections@alfredstate.edu or contact Nicole DiGerlando digerlnd@alfredstate.edu or any NEG member:

Wayne Bensley
Sandy Burdick
Nicole DiGerlando, Chair
Summer Dorr
Reza Yadollahi
Holly Young

See the Faculty Senate NEG page for the full Call for Nominations and the appropriate Bylaws associated with each position or committee.

🎉 The Spring 2026 Career Fair events have concluded—thank you to everyone who helped make them a success!

✨ Highlights include:
• 🏥 Medical Majors Career Fair (Feb 13): 34 employers + 3 graduate schools
• 🌱 Alfred Campus Spring Career Fair (March 4): 120 employers
• 🌸 Wellsville Campus Spring Career Fair (March 25): 116 employers

These events demonstrate the strong alignment between our 🎓 academic programs and 💼 employer hiring needs. Faculty play a critical role by integrating career‑ready skill development into their programs, ensuring students feel confident and prepared to meet workforce expectations.

The strong presence of ⭐ well‑known employers, including several 🏆 Fortune 500 companies, shows just how ready our students are to connect with industry—and employers consistently enjoy meeting and networking with them!

🙏 Thank you to our many Volunteers, Faculty, Staff, Facilities Services, ACES/Culinary, Marketing Communications, and Advancement team for your    continued collaboration and support.

👉 Career Development — Maureen & Valerie

Due to the large number of visitors on March 30, there will be several spots reserved for our visitors in lot 3 by SLC. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to provide a positive experience for prospective students and their families visiting campus.

Dear Faculty and Staff,

We are excited to invite you to a series of relaxed conversation-style sessions 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 first session will focus on accessibility in teaching and learning, featuring Kevin Hofmann SUNY Fellow & Accessibility Advocate, and Meghan Smith, who will share insights into their upcoming work training student partners to support faculty in creating more accessible course materials.

📅 Friday, March 27 ⏰ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. 📍 EJ 106 

💬 Expect an informal, engaging conversation about: Common accessibility challenges faculty are facing, practical approaches to improving accessibility, and new initiatives and support available to you

🍪 In-person perks: Light snacks, coffee, and books to take home! 💻 Prefer to join remotely? Join us on Teams. 

🎥 If you are unable to attend, the session will be recorded and shared upon request. 

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

Please excuse Civil Engineering Technology Department students: Erica Jackson & Kari Annunziato as they are attending the 2026 Association of General Contractors National Convention in Orlando, FL with Civil Engr. Tech Professor Reza Yadollahi from 3/24/26 - 3/27/26

Every year, students and educators from 30-40 universities meet to network, exchange ideas, become inspired, and learn the latest industry trends and challenges. Education sessions, happy hours, and keynote sessions are included in the student and faculty registration. This year follow a tailored student and faculty experience designed to empower student chapters with the knowledge and skills crucial for their journey in construction and build their student chapter programming.

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.

Students who plan to graduate this May from an associate degree or certificate program and wish to continue their education at Alfred State College in a corresponding baccalaureate or associate degree program must complete a SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll Form. This also applies to graduates interested in pursuing the Technology Management or Interdisciplinary Studies baccalaureate degree programs.

Completed forms should be submitted to the Admissions Office as soon as possible. Please note that there is no application fee for students continuing from an associate degree or certificate into a corresponding program.

To help answer questions, Advising will host a table outside The Terrace from March 30–April 2, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Stop by for assistance or more information.

Fall semester registration begins April 6, so be sure to complete your form early and stay on track.

The updated SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll Form is available at:
👉 https://www.alfredstate.edu/stay-for-four

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: Residential Life with Mary Chamberlain
Dean Lyon - Visual effects Pioneer
Pioneer PROfiles - Connor Grohman
Certified Personal Trainer Microcredential Overview
Big Blue Blitz Playlist - eight episodes

The 28th annual NYS Postsecondary (college-level) SkillsUSA competition will be held this Saturday, March 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the School of Applied Technology campus. Competitors from SUNY Alfred State and the Culinary Institute of America will compete in nine different categories of competition including: automotive service, collision repair, carpentry, commercial baking, culinary arts, masonry, electrical construction wiring, prepared speech and welding. Gold medalists will be eligible to compete at Nationals in Atlanta, GA, in June. The competitions are set up and judged by industry representatives. Feel free to stop by the Wellsville campus on Saturday to observe the competitions and cheer the teams on. Any questions, please contact Jen at gravesjj@alfredstate.edu.

Goat Yoga is back! The Vet Tech Club invites you to join them at the ASC Farm on Sunday March 29 at 12pm or 1pm for a special 45 minute yoga class with goats. Class cost is $10 with a portion of the proceeds going to local shelters. 

Some yoga mats will be available or you are welcome to bring your own. Wear comfortable clothes that you can move in. 

SPACE IS LIMITED! Registration first come, first served. Walk-ins may be available as space permits. Prepayment is required by Saturday 3/28 at 5pm. Go to https://forms.gle/wFvFo5wr6ApAnFSu8 to register. Contact Meghan Smith smithmm@alfredstate.edu with any questions. 

Student Athletes are collecting school supplies March 20 – April 10. Your contributions directly support young learners who need it most. Every backpack filled makes a meaningful difference! Donate backpacks, notebooks, folders, pencils, glue, markers, colored pencils/crayons, and hand sanitizer/tissues.

Drop-Off Locations

• Orvis Room 250
• SET 3rd Floor Main Office
• SLC 2nd Floor Student Engagement Office
• EJ Brown 2nd Floor Business Dept. Office
• PHS 2nd Floor Dean’s Office
• CDH 1st Floor ACES Office
• SDC 2nd Floor Student Success Center

Questions? Contact Jen Enke at enklejz@alfredstate.edu.

The Academic Advising Center is hosting two sessions of their ‘Advising 360’ training for faculty advisors on Monday, March 23rd and Thursday, March 26th at 4pm via Microsoft Teams. This training will show step-by-step instructions on the different technologies faculty advisors use to help students with registration. All faculty advisors are welcome and encouraged to attend to brush up on their advising skills before student meetings and registration week begin!

Topics being covered:
-Degree Works & SEPs
-Schedule Planner
-Starfish
-BannerWeb Registration
-Compliance Checks
-Where to find everything on the Portal!

Monday, March 23rd at 4pm – Join via Microsoft Teams
Thursday, March 26th at 4pm - Join via Microsoft Teams

Advising Weeks – Monday, March 23rd through Friday, April 3rd
Registration Week – Monday, April 6th through Friday, April 10th 

We are excited to be welcoming our friends back from the UK for their bi-annual visit to Alfred.  The Harvey Grammar School soccer team and their coaches will be coming to the US again this summer.  They will be in Alfred on Sunday, August 9th arriving in the evening and leaving on Friday, August 14th in the morning. We are looking for families locally to host our players.  We ask that you can have at least two boys per home, with more welcome.  There are 20 players and 3 coaches visiting again.  The boys will need daily drop off at ASC or AU.  You will provide a safe place for them to stay, breakfast, lunch and some dinners and a ride to and from campus.  There is usually a little down time where you can also take the boys to see or do something locally you think they would enjoy.  They will practice and play soccer while here, and as a host during the last visit in 2024, I can tell you it was a great experience with amazing young men who truly appreciate our hospitality.   Host families from Hornell, Alfred, Alfred-Almond and Wellsville have participated.  If you would like more information, please reach out.  haggerpm@alfredstate.edu 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Visual effect Pioneer Dean Lyon speaks with Alfred State DMA students

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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 campus community is invited to attend open presentations from candidates for the position of Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP).

As part of the interview process, each candidate will deliver a 7–10 minute presentation simulating a welcome session for incoming EOP students participating in a Summer Bridge Program. These presentations will highlight the candidate’s approach to supporting student success, fostering belonging, and advancing the mission of EOP.

Presentation Details:

Location: SET 215

Date: Wednesday, March 25

Time: 1:30p

Following each presentation, attendees will have an opportunity to provide feedback to the search committee.

Your participation is encouraged as we seek input from faculty, staff, and students in selecting a candidate who will best support and advocate for our EOP students.

The following students will be attending a field trip to Elmira Correctional Facility on Thursday, March 26, 2026 leaving ASC at 8:30 a.m. and returning at approximately 1:30 p.m.

Mayah Harris
Isaiah Dempson
Caleb Raiford
Zachary Allen
Termaria Groover
Brody Dexheimer
Brooke Walsh
Haley Gaudio
Emily Brown
Zaina Hussein
Raygen Haggstrom
Evelissa Zayas
Alyssa Chichester
Jordan Lutz
Ryan Downey
Arianna Mejia
Kaylee Santos
Donnell Hall
Avery Watterson
Evan Bowen
Eli Georges

Arianna Mejia

Kaylee Santos

Soriah Phakoo

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

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.

BUAD 4363 - Data Analytics I

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 Registration / Records Office Resources.

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

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

ELET 2143 - Embedded Controller Fundamentals

MECH 3333 + MECH 3334 - Statics 

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 Registration / Records Office Resources.

Admissions would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone for your time, energy, and commitment in making Sunday’s Open House such a success! We saw an impressive 77% show rate, welcoming 178 prospective students and their families to the Alfred campus, 54 of whom also explored the Wellsville campus.

We’re already looking forward to building on this momentum for our next Spring Open House on Saturday, April 11, where we anticipate an even larger turnout!

Thank you again for all that you do to create such a positive and memorable experience for our visitors.

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 2026 Great Colleges to Work For survey is open until March 30 — have you completed yours yet?

Search your inbox for:
📨 surveys@modernthink.net
Subject: “2026 Alfred State Great Colleges to Work For Survey”

Your personalized link is inside. The survey only takes a few minutes and is 100% anonymous.

Last year, we reached a 45% response rate.
🎯 Help us beat that in 2026!

Your voice makes a real difference. Thank you for sharing it!
 

Join us this Thursday, March 26, at 11:30 am, for the second roundtable conversation featuring two use cases each, of Mentor AI and Visible AI assignments. While both platforms provide guided access to tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude to support student AI Literacy and Academic Integrity, they function somewhat differently:

• Visible AI (VAI) is intentionally designed with academic integrity at its core.
• Mentor AI offers a broader student-facing ecosystem and learning support environment.

Together, they raise important questions we’ll explore:

• How can both platforms support academic integrity while enabling responsible student use of AI?
• How do we design assignments that build AI literacy, not dependency?
• What does effective, transparent AI integration look like in practice?

Roundtable 2

• Thursday, March 26
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• EJB 106 + Microsoft Teams

Key takeaways: Participants will

• Learn from peers across disciplines
• Ask questions and exchange ideas
• Explore novel prompt designs and creative use cases
• Compare features and approaches across platforms and LLMs

For a preview of upcoming CITE Workshops download CITE Calendar Spring 2026.

For CITE Program descriptions and preview of available Certificates download CITE Programming Menu 2025-26. 

- CITE Team

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. 

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The campus community is invited to attend open presentations from candidates for the position of Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP).

As part of the interview process, each candidate will deliver a 7–10 minute presentation simulating a welcome session for incoming EOP students participating in a Summer Bridge Program. These presentations will highlight the candidate’s approach to supporting student success, fostering belonging, and advancing the mission of EOP.

Presentation Details:

Location: SET 215

Date: Tuesday, March 24

Time: 2:30p

Following each presentation, attendees will have an opportunity to provide feedback to the search committee.

Your participation is encouraged as we seek input from faculty, staff, and students in selecting a candidate who will best support and advocate for our EOP students.

🌟 119 employers will be attending the 🌸 Wellsville Spring Career Fair!
📅 Wednesday, March 25 | ⏰ 12–2:30 PM
📍 PSU Building

Employers including Barilla, Corning Inc., Eastman Kodak, Kraft Heinz and Tesla will be on site to interact with and recruit our talented Wellsville students!

👉 View the complete list of attending employers on the Alfred State JobLink portal
📞 Questions? Contact Career Development – Maureen or Valerie at x4060

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 

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Effort is Everything Workshop on Tuesday, March 24th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. “E is for EFFORT” is a phrase most of us have grown up hearing but what does that really mean? Join us for a workshop on the value of effort and the role it plays in helping students achieve academic 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.

Many UUP members qualify for free federal programs that can help reduce their monthly payments and eventually lead to student loan forgiveness. United University Professions and the American Federation of Teachers host monthly Student Debt Clinics which provide information on how to enroll in Income-Driven Repayment plans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.  

UUP will be offering monthly virtual Members Only Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics through the AFT website on the following dates:

Wednesday, March 11th 2026 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM via Zoom.

Wednesday, March 25th 2026 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM via Zoom.

To attend one of the virtual Members Only PSLF Clinics, pre-register here:
http://go.aft.org/StudentDebtClinicRSVP.  

Registration is first come, first served and attendance is capped. Webinar login information will be provided to registrants prior to the clinic.

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.