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Dean’s list honors 804 Alfred State students

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The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

As of Friday, January 10, 2025, John Williams will be retiring as Dean for the School of Architecture, Management, and Engineering Technology. We appreciate all John did for Alfred State as both a faculty member and in his role as Dean, and wish him all the best in retirement.  

Our Interim Dean, Dr. Faris Malhas, will be joining us on Monday, January 13, 2025 and comes to us from The Registry. Dr. Malhas has an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering and graduate degrees in Structural Mechanics & Engineering. He has served as both a faculty member and Dean at numerous institutions both in the US and abroad.  

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Malhas to our campus community for the semester.  

Please be advised that the U.S. Postal Service is closing all post office locations and suspending regular mail delivery today for former President Jimmy Carter’s national day of mourning. Inter-campus mail delivery and pickup will continue as normal but there will be no incoming/outgoing USPS mail that day. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the mailroom at ext. 3520.

Our Community Needs Hub has received approval to move from our Peet Hall location to the ground floor of Braddon Hall, that means less stairs y'all!!! We are grateful for the opportunity to set up a more permanent home on the ground floor of Braddon Hall and will have the thrift store closed over break while we transform it into our new home. That said, we will continue to offer food pantry request support throughout the break!

• Our staff are available to fill requests Monday-Thursday. If any student is in need of nonperishables food or hygiene items they can submit a Food Pantry Request form and we will email them once the request has been filled to coordinate a pick-up location. 

The Center for Civic Leadership wishes everyone a restorative winter break and a happy new year!

College Council’s Leadership Through Civic Engagement Award

Please consider nominating a student, faculty, or staff member that has been a civic engagement leader in some capacity over the past two years before the January 30th deadline! This is a great way to celebrate our faculty, staff, and students for being civic champions. 

• Who:  Anyone may nominate a student or faculty/staff member.  Faculty/staff service would need to be within the past two years 
• Description:  College Council recognize members of the Alfred State community annually for leadership in civic engagement.  Background, instructions, and application found here (link here). 
• How to Nominate:  Use the online application
• Recognition:  College Council selects up to 2 faculty/staff and unlimited # of deserving student awardees. Student awardees are recognized at Honors Convocation while faculty/staff awardees are recognized at the Reward & Recognition Luncheon. 
• Due Date:  January 30 for nominations

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

·                Saturday, February 8 - General Program: All Majors (Modified Saturday Program)

·                Monday, March 3 - General Program: All Majors

·          Wednesday, March 19 - School of Applied Technology

·                Wednesday, April 2 - SAS

·                Tuesday, April 8 - SAMET

·                Tuesday, April 22 - General Program: All Majors

·                Wednesday, April 30 - General Program: All Majors

If you have any questions please contact Christina Rawady at rawadyc@alfredstate.edu 

The Office of Human Resources has worked to resolve the system issue that was previously identified in BizLibrary. At this time we believe that all employee trainings prior to the reset have been updated if you log into the system and notice that your previously completed trainings are showing as incomplete, email hr@alfredstate.edu.  

Please note that if you completed your trainings prior to Tuesday, December 10th, it is possible that courses completed in previous cycles were marked as complete this year. That issue has been corrected and all assigned trainings need to be completed this year. 

Trainings completed after the 10th were not impacted. 

We thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to check and correct the completion records of all employees. 

“Celebrate 2025 with Benefits!”  UUP’s Know Your Negotiated Benefits webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 12:00pm.

Learn all about UUP’s extensive benefits package and other discounted services. 

Please use the link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-6I9eU3HQ-UiYNqKaw_1to60aTJweva6VRtfmEuWk6M1TLg/viewform

Dear faculty members,

Please save the dates of Professional Development Week, Spring 2024, beginning Thursday, January 9, 2025. Click here for a detailed schedule. The schedule can also be found on faculty development portal, CITE Share Point and CITE TEAM sites. 

We would especially like to draw your attention to the following sessions, which require or prefer pre-registration.

• Teaching with AI by Anna Mills: Thursday, Jan 9, 2:00 to 3:00 pm. This is a pre-obligation Opportunity to attend a virtual workshop session on "Teaching with AI" by Anna Mills. Anna Mills is an influential voice in critical AI literacy and contemporary pedagogy. You will need to register to receive more details and the link. This session will be cast live SUNY wide and is funded by the IITG grant led by SUNY Oneonta, in which Alfred State is a collaborating campus, along with Oswego, Morrisville, Schenectady, and Orange. 
• Engaging Prospective Students: Monday, January 13, 2:00pm to 3:00 pm. [Session Link will be distributed via Announce and CITE when available]. Presented by: Zack Kassebaum, an executive-level admissions consultant. This virtual training, a collaborative initiative between Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs, is designed to equip faculty with practical tools and strategies to deliver effective, engaging presentations to prospective students and families during admissions events. It is an excellent opportunity to refine your presentation skills and help make Alfred State a clear choice for prospective students!
• Exploring ChatGPT Plus: Hands-on Demos: Thursday, January 16, 3:00 to 4:00 pm [PHS 105]. Presenter: Deepa Deshpande. This is an exclusive opportunity to explore hands-on, the various capabilities and features of ChatGPT Plus (paid subscription) models available under the TEAM plan we purchased through the IITG grant. Please pre-register to reserve your spot
• Everyone’s an Asset Builder: Friday, January 17, 1:00pm to 4:30pm [Allegany Room]. Facilitators: Kerri Potter, Katie Carr and Meagan Fawley. In this workshop, you’ll learn about 40 developmental assets that contribute to the healthy development of young people. Learn how you can be an active player in building skills, experiences, and opportunities in our community. Please pre-register to help us organize this session.

Thank you for your valued contributions to the continuing success of our student community!

Upcoming pre-retirement webinars have been assist employees in planning for one of the most challenging and exciting periods in life – retirement!  

The following link provides additional registration information including dates/times and subject matter(s) to be covered: https://oer.ny.gov/directions-pre-retirement-planning-webinar

• If you have questions, please contact benefits@suny.edu.
• Please do not contact OER.
• Please note that the SUNY ORP retirement plan is not specifically covered in these webinar sessions, but there are other sessions (i.e. NYSHIP retiree coverage) that are still beneficial to SUNY ORP members.

Click the link below to register.

Are You Interested in Attending a DIRECTIONS: Pre-Retirement Planning Webinar? | Office of Employee Relations

View our latest Financial Literacy series, Are You Struggling with Mental Health? 

Keri Edsall, Loan Officer & Online Financial Aid Counselor sits down with key campus partners from Residential Services, Health & Wellness Services, University Police, and Global & Civic Wellbeing to discuss the importance of maintaining good mental health as it is crucial for overall well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave in all aspects of our lives. 

https://youtu.be/xWlgXDaYQRg

Dear Faculty and Staff,

The offices of Career Development and Institutional Advancement are excited to announce an upcoming Networking Event that will coincide with our Signing Day Dinner.  This is designed to connect students with employers, professionals, and alumni from various industries.  It will provide valuable opportunities for students to network, learn about career pathways, and engage with potential employers.

We would be grateful if you could share any relevant employer contacts or industry connections that are also Alfred State Alumni that might be interested in participating. Your support in connecting us with professionals from your network will help ensure the success of this event and provide our students with meaningful opportunities.

• Date: Wednesday, 4/23/25
• Networking with Students: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
• Signing Day Dinner with Employers and Students: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• Location: Student Leadership Center, Park Space and Small Event Space

For more information or to submit employer contacts, we encourage you to fill out this form:  Alumni Employer Submission. Please reach out to Sandra Burdick at BurdicSL@alfredstate.edu if you have any questions.

Thank you for helping us create meaningful connections that enrich our students’ academic and professional journeys.

To help ring in the new year, EAP's wellness initiative WellNYS has webinars and challenges to help with health goals, stress, and ideas for upping your activity.  Links to the challenges and upcoming webinars can be found on the Employee Assistance Program page in the portal.  You can also check out the Frontline Employee newsletter for January 2025.  

CSEA Union Members....

Welcome in the New Year by joining us for a members meeting and lunch in the Allegany Room of CDH on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 12:00 - 1:30 pm.  Come check out the vendor tables.  We will provide updates and answer questions.  

Hope to see you there!

-CSEA Board 

Albany has made direct deposit an option for you to make changes to existing deposit accounts or even add a new account.  

You will need to go to NYS Payroll online. (The icon directly below time and attendance. You must get on going through Alfred’s portal)  

Once in, your options will be on the left side of your screen.  Making a change to your current direct deposit. Once you make your change, you will need to submit.

If adding a new account, you will need to make sure that you put all your numbers for your account number.  Too many times, numbers are left out.  You don’t want your money going to someone else.

If you are having problems please email Diane Winans at winansde@alfredstate.edu  

The State of New York takes personal information confidentiality and security very seriously. Breaches of information security may result in disciplinary action, depending upon the nature and severity of the breach.

To control access to confidential information:

·         Lock doors to office areas during non-business hours.
·         Process customer information in secure work areas.
·         Provide an escort for guests entering areas where customer information is being processed and/or stored.
·         Store and secure student information in locking file cabinets.
·         Refrain from leaving confidential information on desks or open areas accessible to the public.
·         Dispose of obsolete documents in designated shredding containers.
·         Arrange computer screens so that they are not visible to the public.

Health and Wellness Services will not have a medical provider or counselor over winter break to be able to see students.

In the event of an emergency, please call 911 or University Police at 607-587-3999. 

Urgent Care Location and Hours: 

        o St. James Urgent Care in Hornell (open 10:00AM-8:00PM daily) 

        o Jones Memorial Urgent Care in Wellsville (open 11:00AM-7:00PM daily)  

In Crisis or need someone to talk to? Call our 24/7 Crisis Hotline 855-748-1246 or the 24/7 Crisis Lifeline 988

We hope you have a happy and healthy winter break! 

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:

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM via Zoom.

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 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.

Check out the latest news from Alfred State!

Support continues to grow at Alfred State
Construction upgrades, faculty and staff honors, and successful events highlight past year
Students shine in and outside the classroom in 2024

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Is there someone on campus who goes above and beyond, not just meeting expectations but consistently setting the standard for excellence? Here's your chance to recognize and celebrate their outstanding contributions! Nominations for the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Submit names and a brief statement of support by electronic form. Contact C.J. Rahr at 3541 for more information.

Criteria 2024-2025

• Nominees for the award should be individuals who have repeatedly sought self-improvement, campus improvement, and ultimately, the State University’s excellence.
• They should serve as professional role models for the University system in pursuing excellence.
• Candidates must have completed three full-time academic years at the nominating campus within the past five years.
• They must be present on campus and serving in full-time professional service capacities, with over 50% of their assignment in non-teaching services.
• Promotion within the same department doesn’t prevent nomination.

Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by January 6, 2025.

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Friends,

As we stand on the threshold of a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible achievements of our community over the past year. Together, we’ve navigated challenges, celebrated successes, and continued to grow. 

Looking ahead, the dawn of 2025 brings with it exciting opportunities and possibilities. This is a time for renewal, for setting new goals, and for embracing the potential within each of us to make a positive impact in our world. Our collective resilience and commitment to excellence will continue to be the foundation of our success. 

I am confident that this year will be filled with personal and professional milestones. Let us continue to support and inspire one another as we push the boundaries of what we can achieve. 

May the new year bring you joy, peace, and a sense of fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our vibrant community — I look forward to all that we will accomplish together in 2025. 

Warmest wishes, 

Steven Mauro, PhD

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

We are excited to announce the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service for the 2024-2025 academic year. This prestigious SUNY award honors classified service employees for their exceptional contributions to our students and community. Classified service employees include members of CSEA, NYSCOPBA, PBANYS, and PEF.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Nominees must have at least three (3) years of continuous, full-time permanent service in the classified service position for which they are nominated.
2. The nominee must consistently demonstrate outstanding achievement, skill, and commitment to excellence in fulfilling their job responsibilities.
3. The nominee must exhibit excellence beyond their job description, such as creativity, flexibility in meeting campus needs, and consistently providing exemplary customer service.
4. Prior Award Recipients & Posthumous/Former Employee Nominations are Ineligible:
   • Congratulations to past recipients Debra Tomm, Lucinda Croston, Mary Monroe, Scott Bingham, and Beth Weber!

Nomination Process:
Please submit your nomination on the designated nomination form, which can be found on the HR webpage under Recognition > Chancellor’s Award for Classified Service, or by emailing Marci Johnson at johnsoma6@alfredstate.edu.

A complete nomination packet includes:

• A completed nomination form.
• A narrative statement from the nominator.
• One (1) additional brief statement of support from a co-worker, supervisor, student, or another relevant individual.

Providing detailed and thorough information ensures the strongest possible consideration for your nominee.

Deadline:
All submissions must be received in Human Resources by 4:00 PM on Monday, February 3, 2025. Incomplete submissions will not be considered, so please ensure your packet is complete.

Thank you for helping us celebrate and recognize the dedication and excellence of our classified service employees!

Print and Mail Services will be closing at noon on Tuesday, December 31, and will be closed all day Wednesday, January 1. 

Happy New Year!

SAT Offices will be closed January 1, 2025.  Have a happy and safe holiday!

The 2025 Option Transfer (OT) Period is open until December 31, 2024. Any changes made during this period will take effect on January 2, 2025.

Resources for Assistance:

• 2025 NYSHIP Rates and Deadlines: Available online and will also be mailed to enrollee homes soon.
• 2025 Health Insurance Choices: Detailed information on the benefits and programs available under The Empire Plan and NYSHIP HMOs.
• NYSHIP Overview Video: Learn about OT health insurance changes and updates outside the designated OT period under specific circumstances.
• NYSHIP Plan Comparison Tool: Generate a side-by-side comparison of the NYSHIP plans available in your area.

Action Required:

If you wish to make changes to your health insurance, please complete the PS404 - NYSHIP Health Insurance Transaction Form no later than December 31, 2024. If you still qualify and want to retain your current medical options, no action is required.

Need Assistance?

If you have any questions, please contact Marci Johnson at Johnsoma6@alfredstate.edu or 607-587-4034 for support. 

Our Office will be available online Thursday, December 26 - 31. Please use the emails listed below for assistance:

AP@alfredstate.edu - Accounts Payable and Purchase Orders

Travel@alfredstate.edu - Travel

Purchasing@alfredstate.edu - Computer/Software purchases, Agreements, Contracts, Terms and Conditions

Thank you! 

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988 Lifeline Pre-Chat Survey . 988 is more than just a number, it is a direct connection to compassionate and accessible care. 

The Offices of Residential Services and Student Conduct will be closed December 24 & 25, December 31 & January 1 for the holidays. We wish you all a Happy Holiday season! 

Free online trainings for all UUP represented employees.  The topic for December is Leadership Essentials.  For more information or to sign up, follow the link below. 
EKB Spotlight December 2024

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

Faculty & Staff are also encouraged to take this training!

This month we're focusing on helping others! Please take the time to complete the QPR training to help friends, family, and others affected by mental health issues. 

Use Organization Code: SUNY

Email your completion certificate to winantm@alfredstate.edu for a FREE COFFEE from Ever Green!

https://www.qprtraining.com/setup.php

Take a look through Health & Wellness' monthly newsletter to gain some valuable insight!

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Mary Perkins has experienced some health-related issues that have caused her to exhaust her leave time. If you would be interested in donating vacation time to Mary to help her get back on her 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,

Jim

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

The Student Records and Financial Services Office will be closed the 24th, 25th, and 26th for Christmas.

Print and Mail Services will be closing at noon on Tuesday, December 24, and will be closed all day Wednesday, December 25.

The Office of Institutional Advancement will be closed on 12/24 & 12/25 for Christmas. Happy Holidays!

Announce will not be published on the following dates for the Holidays.

Tuesday, December 24
Wednesday, December 25
Thursday, December 26
and
Wednesday, January 1

The first floor of the Student Leadership Center (off of lot #3) is having flooring replaced on December 26. We ask that you use another entrance to SLC while that work is being done.

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

The ACES Business Office will be closed December 23rd - January 1st. We will re-open for our regular business hours on January 2nd. Happy Holidays!

Alfred State has officially begun the search for a new Dean for the School of Architecture, Management, and Engineering Technology. This key leadership position will guide the school in achieving its strategic goals, fostering innovation, and supporting student success across its diverse programs. Please feel free to share this opportunity with qualified candidates. To view the job description, please click here

SAT Offices will be closed December 24th through December 26th.  Have a happy and safe holiday!

Our office will be closed for the Christmas Holiday on December 24 & 25.
Thank you! 
 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State!

Autobody students benefit from the Wreck Rebuild program

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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 Center for Academic Resources & Excellence will be closed for the Christmas Holiday from Tuesday, December 24th through Thursday, December 26th. CARE includes the Academic Advising Center, Educational Opportunity Program, Office of Accessibility and the Student Success Center. 

During the Holiday season, the President’s Office will be taking some time out of the office to spend with our families and friends between December 24, 2024- January 1, 2025. We will be returning to the office on January 2, 2025. We will be available remotely during that time so feel free to email us and we will respond as soon as possible, we will be checking emails periodically. We would like to wish everyone Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. 

New York State employees may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments are made under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer. Alfred State is an eligible employer.  

Learn More: https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-loan-forgiveness or contact Marci Johnson, Benefits Administrator at 607-587-4034 or email johnsoma6@alfredstate.edu . 

Federal Resources:

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

The deadline for submission to Human Resources is TODAY, Thursday, December 19, 2024! 

If you attended an Alfred State College athletic event OR if you participated in a race (i.e. - Hornell YMCA Turkey Trot) or team sport

Submit your proof of participation to hr@alfredstate.edu and as part of Big Blue’s Healthy Community Initiative you can win some fantastic prizes:

1. Participate in Organized Athletic Events: Submit proof of participation (like your registration, event photos, finisher’s certificate or link to results ) to HR, and you’ll receive an ASC string bag, water bottle, fitness towel, and socks.
2. Attend ASC Sporting Events: Send a photo showing your attendance, and receive your choice of Big Blue color block sign or ASC poly notepad folder.
3. Earn Prizes for Multiple Events!

• Submit proof of participation in any 3 events: Choose between an ASC ballcap or beanie.
• Submit proof of participation in any 6 events: Get entered to win even bigger prizes like an ASC parka, duffle bag, camp chair, or a ¼ zip jacket!

A special thank you to everyone who participated! 

Our TIAA Retirement Program Consultant Ed Haspett will be conducting one-on-one counseling sessions on the Alfred Campus on Wednesday, February 12th, from 10:00 to 4:00. No matter where you are in life—just getting started or planning for retirement—a session with Ed can help you create a plan for your goals.

TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT with Ed please call TIAA at 800-732-8353, or go to the TIAA Website.  The TIAA scheduling site requires a few clicks.  Be sure you select the location of State University of NY, Residency is NY, click a reason to meet, and then meet at my employer’s site.  Meetings will be held in the HR Conference Room in Huntington.

The Office of Human Resources continues to work to resolve the system issue that was previously identified and corrected in BizLibrary. The updating/correction of employee training records continues. 

Please note that if you completed your trainings prior to Tuesday, December 10th, it is possible that courses completed in previous cycles were marked as complete this year. That issue has been corrected and all assigned trainings need to be completed this year.

Trainings completed after the 10th were not impacted. 

We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to check and correct the completion records of all employees. Another announce will be posted when this process is complete.  

If you attended an Alfred State College athletic event OR if you participated in a race (i.e. - Hornell YMCA Turkey Trot) or team sport

Submit your proof of participation to hr@alfredstate.edu and as part of Big Blue’s Healthy Community Initiative you can win some fantastic prizes:

1. Participate in Organized Athletic Events: Submit proof of participation (like your registration, event photos, finisher’s certificate or link to results ) to HR, and you’ll receive an ASC string bag, water bottle, fitness towel, and socks.
2. Attend ASC Sporting Events: Send a photo showing your attendance, and receive your choice of Big Blue color block sign or ASC poly notepad folder.
3. Earn Prizes for Multiple Events!

• Submit proof of participation in any 3 events: Choose between an ASC ballcap or beanie.
• Submit proof of participation in any 6 events: Get entered to win even bigger prizes like an ASC parka, duffle bag, camp chair, or a ¼ zip jacket!

The deadline for submission to Human Resources is Thursday, December 19, 2024.

Happy Holidays,

At the end of 2024, we reflect on the power of community here at Alfred State College. We are more than just courses and degrees – we build relationships, connections, and provide support.

We have had an amazing year, and we have so much to celebrate! Alfred State is a special place, and I am thankful for every person who makes Alfred State so great!

From my family to all of you, I wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season.

2024 Alfred State Holiday Video

To all faculty and staff:  Please join together on Monday, 13 January 2025 at 1 pm in PHS 107 as we 1) discuss initiatives related to ASC programs delivered as services and associates degrees at other institutions and 2) discuss/define the role and responsibilities of the Faculty during the development and delivery of these programs.

Here are the updated hours for the SLC and Pioneer Center from December 13-January 10. 

Student Leadership Center:

Monday- Friday: 6:30am – 5pm

Saturday and Sunday: 8am – 2pm

Saturday, January 11: Resume to normal hours: 

• Monday-Thursday: 6:30am-11pm
• Friday-Sunday: 6:30am-12am

Pioneer Center:

Monday- Friday: 8am – 4pm

Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Saturday, January 11: Resume to normal hours: 

• Monday-Sunday: 8am-11pm

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

B.E.A.T Buzz Newsletter - Bridging Education and Technology

This edition features: 

• Team Spotlights
• Professional Development Week Sessions Information - January 2025 PDW sessions
• Session Six Alfred State Police Graduation
• Winter Session Registration
• Microcredentials For Major Career Moves!
• L.O.S.T. program from the Center for Online Learning!

Click on the link to the video and newsletter page here: B.E.A.T Buzz Newsletter 

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  B-140 Tuition Assistance Application  and send it to Marci Johnson in Human Resources by December 16.

Students – 

Take advantage of Under Armour’s discount code (link below) if you are looking to purchase items for the holiday season.

Thanks for being a part of the Under Armour Family.  

** Please note: Single use code and offer Expires 12/31/24.

https://www.alfredstate.edu/sites/default/files/Marketing/UA_Athlete_Pass.pdf

The Career Development team is in the Cheer for a Peer Spotlight this week. The team welcomed hundreds of employers to a pair of career fairs this semester. Maureen Sibble and Valerie Daciw work diligently to prepare students for these events on the Alfred campus while Natasha Daniels assists students on the Wellsville campus. The trio along with Deena Smith welcome employers when they come to campus for these events and help them find students that fit their needs. Read more about what their nominators said about them - https://www.alfredstate.edu/cheer.

See more Cheer for a Peer winners and nominate someone you’ve noticed who is doing a great job at Alfred State

The Wellsville Campus Store will be closing at 1PM on Friday December 13th and will not reopen until Friday, January 17th. 

The Alfred Campus Store will close at 5PM on Friday, December 13th.  The Alfred Campus Store will be open Monday through Wednesday Dec 16th through 18th from 8am to 4pm.  The Alfred Campus Store will be closed for inventory on Thursday (12/19) and Friday (12/20).  

The Spring 2025 Semester Bill is now live on the new Nelnet Campus Commerce Platform! Here’s a quick guide on how to access and complete the billing process: 

Steps to Complete Your Bill:

1. Log In: Go to my.AlfredState.edu/finances.
2. Confirm Housing and Meal Plan: Click on “Choose Housing and Meal Plan” to verify your housing and choose your meal plan.
3. Optional Bill Selections: Click on “Make Optional Bill Selections” to add any non-institutional fees (Vehicle Registration, Graduation fee, Campus Spending Account). If you have Federal financial aid and wish to use it for these fees, complete the necessary authorizations here.
4. Pay Your Bill: Click on “Pay Bill/Sign up for e-Refund” to be directed to Nelnet. Completing steps 3 and 4 ensures your bill balance is accurate.

Benefits of the New Platform:

• Authorized Users: Add up to 5 people to view or pay on your account and receive important notifications.
• Centralized Information: See your bill, payments, and refund details in one place.
• Payment Convenience: Set up automatic payments and securely save a payment method.

If you have any questions, instructions are available on my.AlfredState.edu/finances under “Financial Aid Resources” or feel free to contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office for support.

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

Due to an unexpected system error, we have reset the annual training records in BizLibrary for the 2024-2025 trainings. Before making this adjustment, we were able to generate a list of employees who completed their trainings and those who had completed individual trainings within the Learning Initiative. As this is an extensive list, it will take a bit of time to update manually and the manually updated files should be completed by the end of the day on Friday, December 13th. 

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. 

Health and Wellness Services is no longer providing in office COVID-19 testing or at home COVID-19 Test Kits. 

FREE COVID-19 Tests can be ordered at ASPR COVID-19 Testing or purchased at your local pharmacy or retail store. 

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Check out the latest news from Alfred State!

Western Equestrian wins both shows

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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!

Faculty can enter final grades for the Fall semester in BannerWeb from 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 10th until 11 a.m.  Tuesday, December 17th.  Web grading will be unavailable after that time. 

• For financial aid purposes, a last date of attendance must be entered for all students receiving an “F” grade.
• Every student who appears on a class roster must have a grade posted before the deadline. This includes students who have withdrawn, taken a leave of absence, or who were suspended. 
• Students who were passing at the time they left should receive a “G” grade; students who were failing should receive an “H” grade. 
• Grade changes made after 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 17 must be submitted to Student Records and Financial Services on a Grade Change Form. 

Please contact Student Records and Financial Services with any questions

Registration Giveaway Winners!

Congratulations to the following student who won our Thanksgiving early registration raffle for up to $1000 towards their books at the Campus Book Store:

• C. Bane

Thank you for all who have registered for your January classes. If you have not yet registered, please meet with your advisor, and get your pin number to register on BannerWeb!

Join us as we bring back Relay for Life in partnership with the American Cancer Society, an organization dedicated to funding life-saving cancer research, supporting patients and caregivers, and promoting prevention and awareness initiatives.

📅 Date: April 5th – April 6th
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
📍 Location: Orvis Auditorium
10 Upper College Drive, Alfred, NY 14802

Sign Up Here: Relay for Life Registration
🎟️ Registration Fee: $15/person (all proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society)

This lock-in event is open to the entire Alfred community, surrounding communities, and Alfred State faculty, staff, and students. No entry or re-entry after 11:00 PM.

Our Goal: Raise $25,000!

What to Expect:
🎮 Games with prizes
🎟️ Basket raffles
🎭 Live performances
🌟 Memorial ceremony honoring those we’ve lost to cancer
🎵 Music throughout the event

🏅 Awards for:

• Best Campsite
• Most Enthusiastic
• Most Money Donated
• Most Money Raised (Team & Individual)
• Best Costume
• Best Campsite Activity

Teams are encouraged to plan activities at their campsites.

🍴 Food: Provided at intervals throughout the night. Attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks.

Other Items You Can Bring:

• Blankets, pillows, air mattresses
• Comfortable chairs (standard chairs will be provided).

Items Not Allowed:

• Weapons of any kind
• Alcohol or drugs

For More Information, Contact:
📩 President of Live to Fight: Tori Rech | rechvr@alfredstate.edu
📩 Advisors: Tyler Ribble | ribblet@alfredstate.edu
📩 Mary Chamberlain | chambemc@alfredstate.edu

Help us celebrate survivors, honor loved ones, and take a stand against cancer. Together, we can make a difference!

DIRECTIONS Pre-Retirement Webinar: Fall Schedule has been announced. Please click the link below to register for one of these informational sessions. 

Are You Interested in Attending a DIRECTIONS: Pre-Retirement Planning Webinar? | Office of Employee Relations (ny.gov). 

Attention faculty and staff – as you are advising your students for future semesters, please consider promoting Winter Session courses.  Taking a winter session class can help a student get ahead on their studies or increase their GPA.  See what we have to offer for winter session at www.alfredstate.edu/winter.  Please send questions regarding Winter Session to extendedlearning@alfredstate.edu

The future Learning Inspired Functionality Trainings also known as LIFT are being moved to Wednesday afternoons by demand. 

For those who don't know, LIFT is designed to provide short interactive training sessions on new and existing campus software for all faculty and staff on campus. 

With LIFT you get a 30-minute session on the software which is then followed by access to our online page that contains all sorts of different training videos and materials. 

New this semester, you'll receive a digital certificate with each completed session. 

This time we're holding a "Beat the chill" raffle, and for those who attend sessions will be entered into a drawing for a prize to help keep you warm this winter! All sessions will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. 

Microsoft Forms - Creation, Metrics, and Sharing

Details: Microsoft Forms is a web-based software that can be used to create polls and surveys that can be shared with anyone, anywhere. In this session you will learn how to create your first form, share the form to be taken or collaborated on, and how to see metrics data after the form/survey has been taken. Forms is a great tool to poll students in the classroom, to get votes on an idea for your department, or to get feedback after different events or activities on campus. 

When: December 4th @ 3:00pm EST - 3:30pm EST

Location: Virtually via Microsoft Teams

Adobe Express - Explore your creativity!

Details: Dive with us into using Adobe Express! Adobe Express is a web-based software that allows you to use your creativity to design items like resumes, posters, business cards, brochures, certificates, flyers, social media posts, photos, videos and more! You can even use a little Artificial Intelligence, sometimes referred to as AI, to give you a starting point or to enhance your ideas. The limits are only based on your own imagination!

When: December 11th, 2024 @ 3:00pm EST - 3:30pm EST

Location: Virtually via Microsoft Teams

Concerned about a student?  Access the Student Concerns portal page using the icon on the Faculty/Staff page. Here, you can explore the different services and teams available to faculty for referrals of concerns about students.  Please use the Student Concerns portal page forms to submit concerns throughout the semester.  For general student concerns, please feel free to also email studentconcerns@alfredstate.edu.  

The Marketing Services team of Print and Mail Services (PAMS) and Marketing Communications (MarCom) is pleased to announce that Lynn Brennan White has joined us as our new Production Manager.  Lynn is at the hub of coordination and execution for each Marketing Services project and is critical for the college’s positive image.

Lynn holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Communications from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams, Mass.

Before joining Alfred State, Lynn was the Director of Marketing, Public Relations, and the Foundation at UR Medicine Noyes Health. She also worked in the news industry as a photojournalist and Editor-in-Chief at several newspapers. Lynn has also owned a successful photography business for over 20 years.

Lynn’s office is at PAMS, and she can be reached at our main line 607-587-3520 or whitelb@alfredstate.edu

Please join us in welcoming Lynn to the Pioneer Family!

The SEFA Campaign is under way, it is a great way to make donations to your favorite charities.  Just enroll at www.sefanys.org and sign up to have your donations come out of your check.  They won't start until 1/15/25 and will go throughout the year.  Just to name a few: the Alfred-Alfred Station Community Chest, SPCA, and hundreds more.  Donations can be made online up to December 12th or complete the form and send to me by the 12th.  Thank you, your donations do make a difference.  

Join us on Wednesday, December 11th at The Nook! This is a FREE EVENT with delicious Hot Chocolate and Holiday Cookies for you to decorate! We'll see you there! 6pm - 8pm

Faculty are invited to review the following microcredential and course outlines which will be presented at the Faculty Senate meeting, December 10. The documents can be found on the CDR shared drive, in the 2 - Approved CDR - 2024-2025 folder. Map network drive to this folder \\facstaff\cdr.

CDR Approved Microcredential:

• MICRO Cert Personal Trainer

CDR Approved Courses:

• BIOL 5254 - Principles of Microbiology
• NURS 2055 - Nursing II
• SPMG 5203 - Certified Personal Training
• SPMG 6203 - Certified Personal Training Internship
• ANSC 5323 - Swine Management
• ANSC 6123 - Applied Animal Nutrition
• ANSC 6203 - Farm Animal Reproduction

Reminder on Holiday Gift Exchange Rules
When state employees exchange gifts, the key factor in determining if a gift is allowed is whether it could appear as an attempt to influence the recipient of the gift in the performance of their state job or is intended as a reward for the employee’s official action.  Gift giving among employees during the holidays is generally permissible as long as participation is optional (with that option communicated clearly) and there is no intent to influence decision-making. Supervisors should be especially careful not to create an expectation that gifts are expected or required. 

Rules on Gifts from External Parties
State officers and employees are prohibited from soliciting or accepting gifts of more than “nominal value” from individuals and entities that lobby or do business with the state, known as “interested sources". The Commission will generally consider something that has a fair market value of $15 or more to be a gift.  A gift includes but is not limited to money, services, loans, travel, lodging, meals, refreshments, entertainment, or a promise having a monetary value. State employees who violate the gift ban are subject to a fine of up to $40,000 and the value of the gift.

Can I accept the following gifts or party invitations? 

• Promotional items with no substantial resale value – YES (Mugs, pens, paperweights, calendars and other similar items that have a company’s logo or name are examples of promotional items.)
• Invitations to Parties – NO (In most cases) You may be able to accept an invitation to a holiday party from a person or company that has dealings with your agency only if, under the regulations, the party is considered a “Widely Attended Event,” a “Bona Fide Charitable Event,” or a “Bona Fide Political Event.” 
• Items worth more than $15 – NO (including fruit baskets, beverages, cookies, and other food) A perishable gift must be either returned to the sender, donated to charity, or placed in the common area of the office where it is available to all employees. Nonperishable gifts must be returned to the sender.

Additional Information
The rules above apply in most situations. There may be some special circumstances though, that warrant different results. If you think special circumstances may apply to you, please email Maria Bordeaux at bordeaml@alfredstate.edu or you may: 

Contact The Attorney of the Day
The Commission administers an Attorney of the Day program to help provide state officials and employees with free, confidential advice on navigating the state's ethics laws.
By phone:  Press "2" to speak to the attorney of the day 800-87-ETHICS (800-873-8442)
By email:  Guidance@ethics.ny.gov

Do you know a student interested in a paid summer job? Orientation Leader applications are now available via Pioneer Link OR for pick up in the Office of Student Engagement, SLC 204. The application deadline is January 30, 2025.

Students will spend the summer developing their leadership skills, building their resume, and making connections. On top of this being a paid position, they will receive free on-campus summer housing and participate in team bonding excursions on and off campus.

Orientation Leaders are responsible for the successful preparation of students and parents for each new student’s academic career at Alfred State. They will be expected to provide effective guidance to new students and parents, as well as overall support to help make each Orientation program a success. 

Please reach out to bumpce@alfredstate.edu with any students that you recommend for the position. Please see the link for students to apply electronically, https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/organization/StudentEngagement/documents/view/2405227

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

Admissions is pleased to announce that Matthew Retchless has joined our team as our new Associate Director of Admissions.  

Matthew recently worked as a Client Strategist for Spark451 where he helped develop and implement tailored strategic enrollment marketing plans for partner schools.  Prior to that he served as the Director of Graduate Admissions at St. Bonaventure.  

Please join us in welcoming Matt to Alfred State!

The results for the SAMET Dean Search Committee are in! Representatives will be:

• David Carli, Architecture & Design
• Nick Ford, Civil Engineering
• Ron Keeney, CIT
• Jennie Thwing, DMA
• Matt Lawrence, MEET

Thanks to all who volunteered to serve!

Join us for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer, dinner for the family, festive activities for the kids, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! This event is for all Alfred State employees and their families. Space is limited, so don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to kick off the holiday season with your Alfred State family! 

When: Wednesday, December 11th 5:00pm-7:00pm 

Where: Allegany Room, CDH 

Please RSVP here

If you have any questions, email Kayla Cilvick at cilvickr@alfredstate.edu or call 4023 

Before the holiday hustle begins, treat yourself to a relaxing stay at the beautiful Saxon Inn in Alfred.

We are offering a Special Employee Rate of $89 + tax per night in our Deluxe two-bedded room to all Alfred State employees.

1. Need a quiet place to grade those final exams?
2. Fancy an evening of binge-watching movies with your bestie?
3. Want a night of present wrapping without interruptions?
4. Always booking the Saxon Inn for visitors? It’s time for you to experience our cozy, modern accommodations for yourself!

This special rate also includes a dining coupon for a free appetizer at the Old Mill, a tasty treat upon check-in, and complimentary continental breakfast!

Available Dates: December 3-15, 2024. For Alfred State employee use only (up to 3 guests are allowed with employee in a Deluxe room) 

Space is limited—reserve your stay today! Call 607-871-2600 or email saxoninn@alfred.edu

The Flex Spending Account (FSA) offers state employees a tax-saving benefit by allowing payment for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars. Enroll in any or all options listed below by December 9, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Account Options

• Health Care Spending Account (HCSA)
  Contribute between $100 and $3,300 in pre-tax dollars to cover eligible health-related expenses for yourself, your spouse, or dependents. Eligible expenses include:
  • Medical, hospital, and laboratory costs
  • Prescription and over-the-counter drugs
  • Dental, vision, and hearing services
    Note: Expenses must not be covered by insurance or other benefit plans.
• Dependent Care Advantage Account (DCAA)
  Contribute up to $5,000 in pre-tax dollars for custodial care expenses, allowing you to work while ensuring care for:
  • Dependent children under 13
  • Elder dependents or disabled dependent care needs
• Adoption Advantage Account
  Use tax-free dollars to cover qualified adoption expenses for an eligible child, providing financial assistance for adoption-related costs.

 For more details on coverage, eligible expenses, and enrollment, please refer to the 2025 Flex Spending Account.

The Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) offers eligible employees the opportunity to trade accrued vacation or personal leave (excluding sick leave) for a credit toward the employee share of their NYSHIP health insurance premium for the 2025 calendar year. The number of days that can be exchanged depends on the employee's salary grade or level. Vacation and personal days applied to PEP will be deducted from leave balances when the PEP application is processed, so employees must ensure they have sufficient leave remaining.

For more details on the PEP Program, please refer to the information provided in the links below.

Enrollment Deadline:
If you're interested in participating in PEP for 2025, please submit the completed enrollment form to Human Resources by Monday, December 9th.

Available Forms for Bargaining Units:
For employees in Council 82, CSEA, DC-37, NYSCOPBA, PBANYS, and PEF, use the following links:

• PEP Program Description
• Enrollment Form

For employees in UUP and M/C13, use the links below:

• PEP Program Description
• Enrollment Form 

Don’t miss the deadline! If interested, sign up today! Questions? Contact Marci Johnson or Amber Ferguson in Human Resources. 

Mary Perkins and Jason Sciotti are in the Cheer for a Peer Spotlight this week. They are being honored for consistently going above and beyond in their work. Recently, they flawlessly executed the Harris Hall Dedication and the President's Society Dinner on the same day. At both events, the special attention to details, the thought and personal touches, and their commitment to showcase the incredible work our faculty, staff and students do was incredible. Read more about what their nominators said about them - https://www.alfredstate.edu/cheer.

See more Cheer for a Peer winners and nominate someone you’ve noticed who is doing a great job at Alfred State. 

This Friday, December 6th at 7:00pm in the Cappadonia Auditorium, come ring in the holiday season and support the Performing Arts at Alfred State in our annual Winter Concert. Come carol your way through some of Broadway’s best tunes and seasonal favorites with Voices and Instrumental Music. A dessert reception will follow.  We hope to see you there!

Alfred State Dance Team presents our WINTER SHOWCASE on Saturday, December 7th in Orvis Auditorium! Hot Chocolate Bar starts at 6:30 pm and the Performance starts at 7 pm. With a special performance from THE ROCK BAND at our Intermission. Purchase tickets in advance at the Campus Store with cash, CSA, or credit/debit card. Tickets at the door are Cash Only. Ticket prices are $3 for students and $5 general admission. Welcome the Holiday season with us! See you there!

🌸 Spring Recruitment Events - Save the Dates! 🌸

👉Career Development will be coordinating 3 on-campus career fair events to connect students with employers for jobs/internships:

• 🏥🩺🐾 Medical Majors Career Fair
  • 📅 Thursday, February 13
  • 🕚 11am to 1pm
  • 📍 Parkspace SLC, Alfred Campus
• 🌱 Alfred Campus Spring Career Fair
  • 📅 Wednesday, March 5
  • 🕛 12 to 3pm
  • 📍 Orvis, Alfred Campus
• 🌷 Wellsville Campus Spring Career Fair
  • 📅 Wednesday, March 26
  • 🕛 12 to 3pm
  • 📍 PSU Building

The Procurement & Payment Services office will be closed on Friday, December 6 to participate in a Business Affairs team building event. Thank you.

Please excuse the following students from any missed classtime on Friday- December 6th, 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. as they attend the MEET Dept Project Showcase event in SLC. 

Alexander Adamchick, Parker Brod, Daniel Browning, Michael Bupp, Steffan Burkhardt, Jacob Cooney, Dylan Cunningham, Owen Glose, Connor Gorr, Abigail Heitzman, Logan Keifer, Brody Klawinski, Jacob Logan, Niklas Lundberg, Dillon Madigan, Kevin Marca, Xoan Meira Brzustowicz, Joshua Mekeel, Emily Miner, Jack Nelder, Caiden Pappert, Julian Plyter, Brandon Pulido, Anthony Puntillo, Isaac Rivet, Dominic Rosettie, Dominick Scalzo, Eli Schaner, Nathan Seoprasad, Colton Stauffeneker, Elijiah Symeslatini, Alexis Teeter, Shomari Tucker, Adrian Versage, Alexander Walk-Pircio, Bryson Weiser, James Wiater, Bee Williams, Tylan Williams, Ashleigh Woodcock

On Friday, Dec. 6th, from 1-2:30 PM in the SLC Park Space, the Mechanical & Electrical Engineering senior project groups will display posters detailing their work on specific industry projects. Most industry representatives and MEET Dept faculty will be present. Show your support for your fellow Pioneers and come take a look! 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State!

Open logging team dominates home meet

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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 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence is a distinguished award for SUNY student leaders (2 nominees). We are requesting that if you have or know of an excellent student leader who meets the following criteria, please respond to Deena Smith (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) with that student’s name and we will follow-up with them to acquire the needed information.

Criteria:

1. A senior / in their last year (must graduate between June 2024 and May 2025)
2. Exceptional academic performance (3.0 or above)
3. Strong examples in at least three of the following areas:
4. Academic Excellence
5. Leadership
6. Diversity, Equity, inclusion & justice
7. Campus Involvement
8. Civics and Service
9. Research & Development
10. Creative or Performing Arts

Nominators must identify the student to us (smithdl1@alfredstate.edu) and we will do the rest!

We need the student leaders to fill out their nomination forms and forward them to us by Friday, January 24th, 2025. 

Community Action Angels – Holiday Fund Raising Initiatives:

University Police is again trying to raise money for ACCORD's Community Action Angels.

This year ACCORD is looking for cash donations to be turned into 50-dollar gift cards for children 10-18 years old and small toys (stocking stuffers) to larger toy donations for children 0-9 years old. 

At this time, all donations can be dropped off at the University Police Department by Friday, December 9th. 

If you have any questions or would like to work on this initiative with the University Police Department, please contact Lt. Kris Bianchi (BianchKS@alfredstate.edu).

Your support goes a long way to help make the holiday season brighter throughout our community.