Blue & Gold Today

The newest edition of the Alfred State Alumni & Friends online magazine is now available. 

Visit the front page of the magazine - Fall 2026 Alumni & Friends Magazine

Inside the magazine check out some of the following stories:

• Learn about the increased enrollment and the success of the comprehensive campaign - Philanthropy Fuels Growth and Opportunity at Alfred State
• Read about how Jeanne Boehlecke, '65, is remembering and honoring a former Professor - Love Lessons – Professor Love’s Impact
• Find about the unique connection between ASC and Napoleon Engineering Services - Creating Smooth Transitions
• Learn more about the expansion of the Truck & Diesel expansion project 
• Read about our alumni award recipients 
• Explore suggested news for alumni and friends.
• Connect with fellow alum by reading the class notes.
• Check out upcoming events for alumni and friends.

Spring 2027 registration begins Monday, November 16 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 pay your hold(s) 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 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 (2 + 2 = MORE!) 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. 

Course 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.

• ARCH 4304 - Architecture 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.

Admissions will be hosting our next High School Visitation Day this Thursday, October 29, from 9 am - 1 pm. We will be welcoming the following high schools to campus: Arkport, Avoca, Bolivar-Richburg, Ellicottville, Hammondsport, Jasper-Troupsburg, Oswayo Valley, and Wayne. 

Thank you for making all our campus visitors feel so welcome!

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

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

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

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by November 13. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

Sometimes unexpected circumstances come up, and you may need time away from work. Please remember to keep HR in the loop if you experience an extended or unexpected absence. Even when you have available leave accruals, letting us know allows us to explore whether FMLA or other leave options may apply and helps ensure you receive the information, benefits, and support available to you. You don’t have to navigate it alone! Reaching out early allows us to work together to make sure you have the guidance and support you need. 

Please contact Marci Johnson at johnsoma6@alfredstate.edu or (607) 587-4034. We’re here to help you work through whatever circumstances come your way!

Employees are encouraged to begin planning now by estimating their anticipated eligible expenses for the upcoming plan year. When selecting an annual contribution amount, please remember that FSA contributions are deducted from your paycheck on a pre-tax basis and are generally non-refundable once deducted. Employees may enroll in one, two, or all three available FSA benefits. However, funds cannot be transferred between FSA accounts, so it is important to carefully consider your anticipated expenses for each account before making your elections.

The 2027 FSA Enrollment Guide provides additional information to beginning planning for the 2027 plan year. 

Early Detection Matters

Did you know? Early detection of breast cancer can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Regular screenings and awareness of changes in your body are important steps in protecting your health.

Join us as we raise awareness and support those affected by breast cancer.

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

Let's fill the gym with pink and show our support for breast cancer survivors, fighters, and families.

#PinkPride #BreastCancerAwareness #AlfredStateVolleyball

Halloween Dinner - Thank you for your support - the event has been sold out!

Thursday, October 29, 2026

The Alfred State College (ASC) Culinary Arts department will host a Halloween dinner on October 29, 2026, at the Culinary Arts Building on the Wellsville campus. Proceeds from the dinner benefit the students in the Culinary Arts programs.

The menu will includes:
The Butcher's Harvest Pork Loin
Bat Wings
The Witch's Midnight Ravioli
Graveyard Ghoulash
Monster Eyeball Stuffed Shells
Phantom Flatbreads
Witch's Brew Pumpkin Soup
Haunted Harvest Salad Bar
The Haunted Dessert Table

Get ready for some spooky fun! 

Join us on Friday, October 30th, for our annual Employee Costume Contest!

We encourage all employees to get into the Halloween spirit by dressing up in their favorite costumes! Whether you're going for spooky, funny, or creative, we can't wait to see what you come up with!

Want to get your whole department involved? Team up with your coworkers and coordinate a group costume! We can't wait to see the creativity and teamwork departments come up with!

There will be two contest categories:

• Best Individual Costume
• Best Group Costume

Voting will take place on Facebook! Please send all of your photos to hr@alfredstate.edu

Costume photos will be posted on Facebook, where friends, family, and coworkers can vote for their favorites by liking the photos! Be sure to share the posts and encourage your friends and family to cast their votes over the weekend!

Voting closes on Monday, November 2nd, and winners will be announced on Tuesday, November 3rd!

Please remember that all costumes must be work-appropriate, safe, and suitable for your regular job duties and work environment.

Let's get creative, have some fun, and show off our Halloween spirit!

We DARE you to join us for our 'Love at First Bite' Halloween Lunch at The Terrace... Where everything is to die for!

Friday, October 30th, 11am - 2pm

Step inside Dracula's Castle for a Halloween dining experience that's truly to die for! Enter a world of vampires, moonlit feasts, and devilishly good food, where every corner holds a delicious surprise. From hauntingly good entrées and wickedly tasty sides to decadent desserts and enchanting drinks, there's something to tempt every appetite.

Whether you're a creature of the night or just hungry between classes, this unforgettable Halloween feast is sure to steal your heart. Join us at Lunch for spooky flavors, eerie ambiance, and bites so good you'll fall in love at first bite!

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

Dear faculty,

CITE presents hands-on 1:1 training on using ChatGPT Pro and Claude Pro [via Microsoft Copilot Premium] to build course materials and activities. Drop in to the AI Pedagogy Studio on Thursday, Oct 29, 3:30–4:30 PM, in EJ 106 or on Teams. If Thursday doesn't work, book a time that suits your calendar. Attending the Studio is also your potential path to a Copilot premium license for in-class usage. Approvals based on needs. 

Bring your questions and view a demo on Friday at the CITE Social & Tech Talk, 3:30–4:30 PM in EJ 106 and Teams.

Dear faculty,

We invite you to engage with this week's Reading Exchange article by Zimmer, M. (2026, October 19). The Bugs Bunny School of Teaching, or Addressing a Wide Range of Skill Levels in the Classroom. The Teaching Professor. The article shows how one professor teaches to a wide range of skill levels at once, so every student improves. Here are three ways to engage with the article:

1. Tuesday 10/27 to Friday 10/30: Go to the Reading Exchange Channel on the CITE Team to read the article and post a reflection. 
2. Thursday 10/1, 12:00 to 12:30 pm: Join a Roundtable conversation, to talk it through instead. Same article, plus whatever is happening in your classroom. Join via Teams or drop by EJ 106 for snacks and coffee. 
3. Want to explore this strategy in one of your courses instead, and earn 15 PD credits at the same time? Email cite@alfredstate.edu and we will reach out to you. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Goodrich, ’84, and Pettinella, ’71, inducted into Rochester Business Hall of Fame

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!

UUP 2026 Discretionary Salary Increase (DSI) Requests 

Alfred State College is pleased to continue the merit-based request process for awarding Discretionary Salary Increase (DSI) funds in 2026. The process recognizes sustained, meaningful contributions that advance the College’s mission, strategic priorities, and service to students.

The UUP contract provides for discretionary salary increases in Fall 2026 with a pool amount equal to one-half percent of the total of the basic annual salaries on June 30, 2026. This round of DSI is intended to recognize employee performance from June 1, 2025- May 31, 2026. Approved increases will be added to employee’s basic annual salary retroactively to July 1 or September 1 as appropriate to professional obligation.  

Eligibility - Eligible UUP-represented employees may submit a request documenting accomplishments from the applicable evaluation period.

1. Eligibility Dates:
   1. For full-time UUP employees: Must be active or on an approved leave as of June 30, 2026.
   2. For part-time employees: If their employment expired prior to July 1, 2026, they must have been active as of April 30, 2026.
2. Payroll Status: Must be on the payroll as of December 16, 2026.
3. Performance requirement: The employee must have received at least a satisfactory rating for “Performance of Assigned Duties and Responsibilities” during the most recent evaluation period.

How to apply

Each Division has criteria and request form posted on the Human Resource website.

Performance Period

The 2026 DSI process recognizes eligible employee performance and accomplishments from June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026. Requests will be reviewed using the criteria established for the employee’s area and the submission form appropriate to the employee’s classification.

Salary Adjustment and Retroactive Pay

Approved DSI increases will be added to the employee’s basic annual salary retroactive to July 1, 2026, or September 1, 2026, as appropriate to the employee’s professional obligation. The December 16, 2026 paycheck will include the ongoing salary adjustment and any retroactive amount due from the applicable effective date. Employees on an approved leave without pay at the time of distribution will receive the salary adjustment and any applicable retroactive pay upon returning to payroll, provided they were selected for an increase.

Timeline:

October 14, 2026       DSI program announced
November 3, 2026     Forms due to Chair/Director/Department Head
November 9, 2026     Forms due to Dean/AVP, where applicable
November 15, 2026   Forms due to Vice President
November 21, 2026   Forms due to President for allocation decisions
November 23, 2026   Final allocations due to Human Resources
December 3, 2026     Award letters emailed
December 16, 2026   DSI increases reflected in paychecks

Submission materials: The applicable criteria and submission forms are available on the Human Resources intranet page under DSI. Employees should submit the completed form to the appropriate Chair, Director, or Department Head by November 3, 2026.

Questions about eligibility, the appropriate form, or the review process may be directed to Human Resources or the employee’s supervisor or division leader.

The Alfred chapter of United University Professions is excited to be offering an informative workshop to UUP members.  Registration is needed in advance, information is below.

Friday October 30th 11:00 AM to 12:30 *** In-Person SLC 310 Alfred Campus ***

Lunch on-site will be provided to attendees!

Career Guide for Success at Alfred State

Congratulations- You’re hired!!! Now what…? Appointment letters, renewals, non-renewals, attaining tenure (permanent appointment for professionals, continuing appointment for academics) and more. What does it all mean and what do you need to know? The Career Guide for Success Workshop will provide UUP members with important information that every UUP member should know, especially at the beginning of their career at Alfred. Our NYSUT Labor Relations Specialist, Jamie Guilian, will be sharing her expertise and insights at this workshop.

To register, please email Chapter Assistant Elaine (Burns) Ryan at Alfred@UUPmail.org and reserve your spot. Once registered, membership will be confirmed, and check-in done when arriving. This workshop is open to UUP members only. Check your pay stub - you can join as a member online at http://www.uupinfo.org/join

On Monday, November 2 at 5 PM in the Hinkle Library classroom, Indigenous educator Perry Ground will share his presentation, "250 Years of Haudenosaunee History." When you think of the Haudenosaunee, you might imagine longhouses, planting the Three Sisters, or lacrosse. But what has happened to the Haudenosaunee since the United States was founded in 1776? Learn about the role the Haudenosaunee played in the history and culture of New York State and the formation of a new democracy, as well as their struggles to maintain their culture, land, language, and tradition. Refreshments will be served! This event is sponsored by the Alfred Box of Books Public Library and co-hosted by Alfred University's Herrick Library.

WEAVE, a community initiative of Union University Church, will host an evening exploring environmental and social/economic justice on Wednesday, November 4, at 6:30 PM at 5 Church Street, Alfred, NY. Free and open to all, the event features Alfred University Professor Frederic Beaudry and community leader Melissa Jusianiec.

Beaudry will discuss environmental justice, drawing on his expertise in environmental sciences, bird ecology and conservation. Jusianiec’s talk, “Who Gets the Opportunity?” explores the history of equal rights and ongoing barriers facing underrepresented communities. She co-founded the Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women and leads the DEIB team at Dixon Schwabl + Company. 

Light refreshments will be served.

Fall is better with a little fun, sweet treats, and creativity! Join HR for three Fridays of fall festivities this November!

🍎 Friday, November 6 | Deconstructed Caramel Apples

📍 Alfred Campus: Admin Building | 12–2 PM
📍 Wellsville Campus: Zero Energy Building | 1–3 PM

Build your own caramel apple creation with a variety of delicious toppings! Stop by and enjoy a sweet fall treat while supplies last!

🍩 Friday, November 13 | Cider & Donuts | Admin Building (10 AM–12 PM)

Enjoy some classic fall favorites to sweeten up your Friday! Cider and donuts will be available while supplies last, so be sure to stop by!

🎨 Friday, November 20 | Sip & Craft | Lake Lodge (3:30–5:30 PM)

Unwind, get creative, and make something fun! Reach out to Kristen Fitzpatrick (HR) to explore the available craft options, choose your favorite, and reserve your spot!

Mark your calendars and come enjoy some Fall Friday Fun with HR! We look forward to seeing you there! 🧡🍁

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

REFIT on Tuesday at 6 pm

REV+FLOW on Thursday at 5 pm

PILATES on Thursday at 6 pm

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

Admissions would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone for your time, energy, and commitment in making Saturday’s Open House such a success! We saw an impressive 78% show rate, welcoming 266 prospective students and their families to the Alfred campus, 91 of whom also explored the Wellsville campus.

We’re already looking forward to building on this momentum for our next Fall Open House on Sunday, November 8th 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.

🍽️ Etiquette Dinner Experience – A Night of Professional Growth

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

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

🌟 Special Guest

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

📚 What You Will Learn

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

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

🍽️ Event Details

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

⚠️ Important Information

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

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

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

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

Courses Approved as Acceptable for General Education Requirements

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning category and effective spring 2027.

MATH 1035 - College Algebra and Concepts

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 under Registration / Records Office Resources.

Course Approved as Acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences Requirements

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences under the Mathematics category effective spring 2027.

MATH 1035 - College Algebra and Concepts 

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences will be updated and can be found at https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal under Academic Forms / Additional Academic Resources / Resources.

Course Unapproved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

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

• ARCH 4304 - Architecture 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.

Beginning October 23rd at 10 am, faculty can enter final grades for any part of term class that ends on or before October 23, 2026.  Final grades must be entered for every student who appears on a class roster by 11am Wednesday, October 28th.  

• 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.
• A last date of attendance must be entered for all students receiving an “F” grade.
• Grade changes made after 11am Wednesday, October 28th, must be submitted to Student Records and Financial Services on a Grade Change Form.  

Please contact Student Records and Financial Services with any questions.  

If you recall back to opening remarks when President Mauro talked about SEFA.  What is SEFA - Sefa is the State Employees Federated Appeal.  Instead of making donations outside to your favorite charities, you can look online at the Sefa web site: https://sefanys.org .  There are hundreds of charities to choose from.  Whether you want to donate $26($1 a pay or more).  Money will not start coming out of your check until January and last all year, next year.  There are charities from each county and anywhere from cancer, scouting, animal charities.  We also will be having giveaways this year. The Buffalo United Way is our administrator for this campaign, and they have their own giveaways- weekly for donating.  Ashley furniture gift cards, bills tickets, tops gift cards or Wegman's gift cards. You can be thrown into Buffalo's giveaways just by donating. For our giveaways, the first one will be an Adirondack chair (courtesy of the building Trades).  An Alfred State T shirt - courtesy of the Book store, gift cards to the Jet - courtesy of President Mauro and then a couple certificates for the Refinery in Wellsville, curtesy of culinary.  Won't you consider making a donation?  I have paper forms here if you would like or you can go right online and make your donation.  This is a quick and easy way of making your donation and having it count towards our campaign also. Please get your donations in now to be included in our giveaways.

Also, when you make a donation, please let me know, take a screen shot of your donation and send to me.  That way i can make sure you are a part of both our giveaways and Buffalo's.  thank you

The E-Learning Committee is now accepting nominations for this year’s Excellence in Online Teaching Award. Excellent online teaching includes:

• Creativity in course content design
• Use of alternative teaching strategies
• Classes structured with online students in mind
• Prompt and thorough feedback; being accessible and reachable when needed
• Empathy, compassion, and fostering a positive personal connection with students

Please consider nominating a deserving candidate using this form and direct any questions to stefannl@alfredstate.edu. This year the committee is circulating the call for nominations in both fall and spring semesters to broaden the pool of nominees.

Please excuse the following students from class for the USA Clay Target National Competition on, October 29th, October 30th and November 2nd, 2026.  Thank you.

Ian Bolton
Ashley Burrows
John Button
Teresa Cicora
Daniel Clark
Daniel Cook
Carter Hallett
Justin Jerome
David Malone
Daniel Tancredi

Dear Course Leaders,  

Please consider completing the Student Life Survey in your seated courses, posting/announcing in your my learning,  or forwarding via to email to your students.   
A QR for presenting in a class is linked here: QR Code for Student Needs Survey Fall 2026.png 

Survey Link: https://forms.office.com/r/UyaVfRu4wN 

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Subject/Heading: Student Voices Matter! Complete the Student Life Survey 

Message:  

The Student Life Committee of Faculty Senate is interested in your feedback. 

Please take 10 minutes to fill out the survey linked here: https://forms.office.com/r/UyaVfRu4wN 

Student suggestions in the past have led to various improvements in the student experience around campus. 

Our committee is interested in gathering information about concerns that students have on campus; general or specific, urgent or not, all feedback is welcome! We are excited to keep advocating for you and your needs. Please submit your responses by October 30th.   
 
Thank you,   

The Student Life Committee of Faculty Senate

Alfred State’s Day of Giving is coming up on Thursday, November 5, and we’re looking forward to a day filled with excitement, engagement, and opportunities to give back!

Throughout the day, we’ll have activities happening across campus to give our students opportunities to enjoy the festivities, learn about the impact of Day of Giving, and celebrate and thank the generous donors who help make the Alfred State experience possible.

Faculty and staff, we hope you’ll join in the excitement, too! If you haven’t already, please consider participating in Accentuate Alfred and showing your support for the people, programs, and experiences that make our campus so special. Every gift helps strengthen the Alfred State community and makes a difference in the lives of our students. 

Accentuate Alfred Form

Thank you for all you do to make Alfred State a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive. Let’s make this year’s Day of Giving a memorable one!

CITE is excited to launch three Faculty Learning Communities for 2026–27:

🌎 Think Global. Teach Collaborative. Imagine students in your course collaborating with peers halfway around the world—without leaving Alfred State! Tamanna Kabir's Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) FLC will help faculty explore international partnerships, design cross-cultural learning activities, and develop a practical COIL project. Whether you are curious about COIL or already have a project in mind, this community can help turn your ideas into action. 

♿ Small Changes. More Accessible Learning. How accessible are your course materials? What changes could make learning more inclusive for all students? Join Kevin Hofmann's Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion FLC to explore digital accessibility, UDL, accessible course design, and practical strategies you can apply in my Learning and beyond. Learn alongside colleagues while developing resources that can benefit the wider campus community.

💬 Disagree Without Disconnecting. How do we create spaces where people can discuss difficult topics with respect, curiosity, and intellectual openness? Brian Saltsman's Sustaining Civil Dialogues Across Differences FLC invites faculty and professional colleagues to explore approaches to productive disagreement, meaningful dialogue, and constructive communication. Participants will practice strategies and collaborate on resources that can support teaching, student engagement, and campus conversations.

To Learn more about each FLC visit our SharePoint page. To express interest, please complete this very brief survey right now! FLCs Kick-off in November. 

Thanksgiving Break Housing

Residence halls will close at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, for the Thanksgiving Break. The Residence halls will reopen at Noon on Sunday, November 29, 2026. Residential Services is aware that the final bus scheduled to leave Alfred leaves before 10:00 p.m. If you are here for an academic reason and cannot make travel arrangements for the evening of Tuesday, November 24, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus that night. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Wednesday, November 25.

Only students who have been approved to stay for the break will be allowed in the residence halls.

All others may be charged with trespassing.

Students will only be approved who:

• Live over 500 miles away (according to your home Banner Address)
• Have a Special Circumstance (ex. You do not have a place to go)
• Working for the college during the break (with Supervisors Approval)
• Athletics commitment during the break (must be on roster submitted from Athletics)

If you wish to apply to stay for the break, please complete the "Break Housing Request" form on eRezLife. To access this form, please sign in to my.alfredstate.edu, select "housing," and then select the "Break Housing Request" form. 

Please note, that this form will close on Thursday, November 19.

If you have any questions, please contact Residential Services at 607-587-4371 or email: reslife@alfredstate.edu.

Hello Faculty and Staff,

We invite you to encourage your students to attend Are You Smarter Than a Gaslighter?, featuring Marissa F. Cohen, on Wednesday, October 28th!

This fun and interactive trivia and game show-style event will give students the opportunity to compete for prizes while learning about important topics such as healthy relationships, consent, gaslighting, toxic behaviors, and recognizing red flags.

Through friendly competition and engaging conversations, students will gain valuable knowledge and tools to help them navigate healthy relationships and recognize potentially harmful behaviors.

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, October 28th
• Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Location: SLC Park Space

We encourage faculty and staff to share this opportunity with students, promote it in classes, and help spread the word! Your support in encouraging student participation helps make educational programs like this successful.

If you have any questions, please contact Tyler Ribble at ribblet@alfredstate.edu.

Thank you for helping us promote this important and engaging event!

In celebration of Media Literacy Week and UNESCO's Global Media and Information Literacy Week theme "We all Play a Part - Media and Information Literacy for the people" Global and Civic Leadership would like to point our campus community to some opportunities to Unplug, Serve, and Stay informed.

Unplug

• Help us kickstart Media Literacy Week with some intentionality. Join Jonna Anne for a guided meditation and art project to calm the mind and engage the senses in some screen-free mindfulness as part of a new Art & Meditation series 
  • Date: October 26th 
  • Location: Oasis Room (SLC 4th Floor)
  • Time: 7:30PM

Serve

• Help Hinkle Library and Global and Civic Leadership unite with local and global partners to share books with meaning by contributing to our book drive beginning Media Literacy week and running throughout November
  • What: Donate a book (gently used or new) on the following requested topics from community partners:
    • Political history from 2000's - Present, Poetry, Feminism, Spirituality, Civil Rights and Human Rights (novels or history books) 
  • Where: Books can be dropped off at the Information Desk in Hinkle Library or at the Global and Civic Wellbeing office in SLC 416 (they can also be dropped off during November 5th Day of Giving at Civic Leadership Food and Book Drive donation table in SLC Parkspace
  • Who Benefits: Books collected will be shared first through Arkport Catholic Worker initiatives and other regional connections through their network. Remaining books will be donated to Better World Books, to support their mission to improve global literacy while maintaining strong commitment to environmental sustainability.

Stay Informed

• Hinkle Library Media Literacy Resource Guide - check out the resources that civic leadership and Hinkle Library have curated on this ever expanding Media Literacy and Voter Education Library Guide or the Generative Artificial Intelligence research guide.
  • Explore on your own or weave into classroom learning! 

Alfred State is once again opening the doors to the SLC park-space and leadership suites for our wider community to bring their children for a trick-or-treat event and we invite you to be a collaborative partner!  

• Date - Friday, October, 30th
• Location - 3rd Floor of Alfred States Student Leadership Center
• Time- 5pm to 7pm

There are a few ways to be involved:

• Celebrate your campus affinities while engaging in this spirited community engagement event by signing your club/department/class up to have a table in the SLC to hand out "treats" to the community "treaters"
• Can't donate your time but want to help with supplies? Donate candy or Halloween-themed swag to be handed out by campus organizations on the night.
• Looking for something fun to do with your family, dress up and pilot those costumes with your children for a warm "trick-or-treat" experience in the SLC and help us spread the word to the wider community (we can even print a poster for you to put up where folks in wider community can see).
  • Student Unions is further supporting the event by screening a festive spooky-season classic (yet to be determined) as they have done in the past.

For sign up to support this event complete our community trick-or-treat table sign-up form (using your Alfred State credentials). If you have any questions, please email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu 

Dig In… If You Dare! 🪱👻

Satisfy your monstrous sweet tooth with our Dirt & Worm Cups at TimberLineZ! Packed with rich chocolatey goodness, crunchy cookie “dirt,” and creepy-crawly gummy worms.

🗓 When: Friday, October 30th | Starting at 11:30 AM (Until Sold Out!)

💰 Price: Only $3 (+tax)

Don’t ghost us—grab yours before they wriggle away! 🎃✨

#SpookyTreats #DirtAndWormCups #TimberLineZ #HalloweenEats #CampusEats

Thanksgiving Break Transportation Options for Students

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

To New York City: 

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

To Alfred, NY 

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

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

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6am 

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

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

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

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

Group fitness classes are a great way to promote good mental and physical health! Community matters so take the time early this week to join Boxing on Monday at 5:30 pm, Line Dancing on Tuesday at 5 pm, or REFIT cardio-dance fitness on Tuesday at 6 pm. All classes meet at the STUDIO in Shults Hall where all equipment is provided. All you need to do is bring a friend and show up! Questions - Contact Sarah Francisco francis@alfredstate.edu or Lynn Hayes hayeslc@alfredstate.edu 

Any students who are planning to graduate this December from either an associate (or certificate) program who wish to continue their education at Alfred State College in a corresponding baccalaureate (or associate) degree program need to complete a SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll Form.  

This includes any graduates who wish to pursue the Technology Management or Interdisciplinary Studies baccalaureate degree!

This form should be submitted online by November 9 in order to sign-up for spring classes when course registration opens on November 16.  As a reminder, there is no application fee since students will be either associate degree (or certificate) recipients continuing in the corresponding program. 

The SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll form is available at https://www.alfredstate.edu/academics/continuing-education/2-2-more

The Academic Advising Center will be hosting two in-person workshops this semester to help prepare students for Spring Registration and understanding their degree plan. 

Registration Readiness Workshop (New & First-Year Students) -- Tuesday, October 27th at 5pm, SDC 109

It's time to look to the future and plan for next semester! Learn about course registration, meeting with your advisor, staying on track with your degree planning, and graduation requirements! Most students get to register themselves for classes. The sooner you can get registered for next semester, the better schedule you will have. Learn about the digital tools that can help make registration quick and easy!

Understanding Your Degree Plan (All Students) -- Wednesday, October 28th at 5pm, SDC 109

Get ready to take the lead in your education! In creating a degree plan you will have the ability to strategically plan courses to meet graduation requirements. Students will learn how to read and understand their degree requirements in Degree Works (the "Plans" tool in Degree Works). Now you will know exactly which courses are planned for each semester of their degree plan.

View our Fall 2026 Workshop Schedule on the My Academics portal page under Student Success Center: https://alfredstateedu14176.sharepoint.com/sites/MyAcademics 

This is your LAST CALL! 🚨💉

If you haven’t had a chance to get your flu shot yet, there’s still one more opportunity to do so right here on the Alfred Campus!

Walgreens will be back on campus for our final Flu Clinic of the season, so don’t miss your chance to get protected before flu season is in full swing! 🍂🦠

🩺 Final Flu Clinic Date & Time

📍 Alfred Campus
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Huntington Administration Building, 1st Floor, HR Training Room

📅 Sign Up for Your Appointment

Simply click the link below and complete the registration. Once you finish, your information will be sent directly to Walgreens, and your selected time slot will be reserved.

👉 https://www.walgreens.com/offsite-experiences/vaccinations/register?oid=6aa2b8ef34be9fc38fe7e839

Please remember to bring:

• A valid form of ID
• Your insurance card

This is the last one, folks! 😄 If you’ve been putting off that flu shot, now’s the time to get it checked off your list. 💪💉

Stay healthy and happy this fall! 🍁

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Spooky Season at Alfred State
Flipping the script - Finding success on and off the mat
Digital Marketing career pathways on the rise

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!

Are you passionate about fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment at Alfred State? We’re looking for employees interested in becoming JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Representatives!

JEDI Reps help support inclusive hiring practices and contribute to a positive experience for our candidates and campus community. We’ll be coordinating training opportunities for those interested in joining the team!

✨ Want to get involved? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to Kristen Fitzpatrick (HR) to express your interest in becoming a JEDI Rep and help us continue building a stronger, more inclusive Pioneer community! 💙💛

The Facilities- Trades department has an opening for a Trades Generalist SG-12. Interested candidates can apply here

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. 

Copilot for Productivity - Hosted by Danyelle O'Brien and Christina Kent 

LIFT is offering an opportunity for both Faculty and Staff to attend a workshop on using Microsoft Copilot for Productivity in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and using Copilot as a standalone application to help streamline day to day processes.

Work smarter, save time, and discover what Copilot can do for you. In this LIFT session, we’ll explore ways to use Microsoft Copilot to support everyday productivity, from drafting and refining content and emails to summarizing information, brainstorming ideas, and tackling routine tasks and scheduling more efficiently. You’ll leave with real-world examples and prompts you can put to use in your own work today!

One Day Only! Signup is required. 

SIGN UPS END November 4th!
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO ATTEND

Date: November 12th 2026 from 1:30PM - 2:30PM

Meeting will be available in Person as well as on Teams for those who cannot attend in person. 

Location will be determined based on sign up. 

Dear faculty,

Halfway through the term, your students can tell you what's helping them learn and what isn't, while there's still time to act on it. Join us for a hands-on workshop, Gathering Mid-Semester Feedback, on Monday, Oct 26, 3 pm - 4pm, in EJ 106 and Teams.

Bring one course. You'll leave with a short feedback tool ready to use and a plan for sharing back with students what you heard and what you'll adjust. [5 points]. Can't attend but want to gather and act on mid-semester feedback in one of your courses? Email cite@alfredstate.edu and we'll help you structure and document it. [15 points]

Ongoing PD opportunities: You can also earn PD credit points year-round by (a) joining a peer learning community, (b) implementing an innovative practice, or (c) leading a CITE program, or facilitating a CITE event. Details are on [CITE SharePoint]. Questions? Email cite@alfredstate.edu, drop by EJ Brown 106, or book a Teams meeting with me.

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

Election Day 11/3/2026 - NY Time Off to Vote

If you are a registered voter, and if you do not have 4 consecutive hours to vote, either from the opening of the polls to the beginning of your working shift, or, between the end of your working shift and the closing of the polls, you may take off up to 2 hours, without loss of pay, to allow you time to vote.

Employees must provide their supervisors with at least two working days’ notice of the leave request. Whether the leave is to be taken at the beginning or end of the employee’s regularly scheduled work shift shall be determined at the employer’s discretion and based on the operating needs of the department or college. 

We Got Your Back:
Please join us in supporting individuals affected by domestic violence through the We Got Your Back campaign. Backpacks will be assembled today from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Wanting to get involved? Stop by the Health & Wellness table in the SLC Park Space! 

List of acceptable donation items are included here: We Got Your Back Flyer.

For more information, please feel free to reach out to Skylyn Coy. 

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

On Monday, November 2 at 5 PM in the Hinkle Library classroom, Indigenous educator Perry Ground will share his presentation, "250 Years of Haudenosaunee History." When you think of the Haudenosaunee, you might imagine longhouses, planting the Three Sisters, or lacrosse. But what has happened to the Haudenosaunee since the United States was founded in 1776? Learn about the role the Haudenosaunee played in the history and culture of New York State and the formation of a new democracy, as well as their struggles to maintain their culture, land, language, and tradition. Refreshments will be served! This event is sponsored by the Alfred Box of Books Public Library and co-hosted by Alfred University's Herrick Library.

The Facilities- Trades department has an opening for a Trades Generalist SG-12. Interested candidates can apply here

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. 

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

• When: October 24th
• Arrival time: 8:45 AM
• Location: Corner of Saxon Drive and Main Street (next to Jordan Hall opposite side of street corner from the Village Bandstand due to construction)

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

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

Please excuse the following students in COMP 3503 Writing for Emergent Media I on Friday, October 23 for a field trip to the WNY Book Arts Center in Buffalo, NY: John Goodman, Quentin Haskins, Angel Hill, Calvin Holland, Joshua Santiago, Doug Schoener, Marco Texco Martinez, Anson Thompson, and Sophie Zillgit. 

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, Sept. 14, at 1:00 p.m. in the SDC Faculty Lounge (Rm. 242). 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  November 13, 2026

ERGO COVER CONTEST DEADLINE:  November 13, 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 2026 ERGO publication! 

POETRY READING:  Monday, November 9, 2026, Small Event Space within Student Leadership Center (Rm. 310) 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.  

Please excuse the following students from class on Friday October 23rd from 11am on. They are playing in a game against SUNY Canton:

Joey Cinquino
Rainer Kahn
Josh Carney
Justin Rickard
David Girdlestone
Ryder Scheffler
Grady Conklin
Brayden Carvel
Brady Holleran
Dylan Chudy
Lucas Scanlon
Alexader Lugris
Jayden Taylor
Luke Alfieri
Shane Wood
Grayson Galliford
Braiden Truby
Camden Weiss
Noah Hotling
ELi Grice
Julian Hunsinger
Patrick Boden
Stratos Triantafilou

Criminal Justice Club Advocates

TAKE BACK THE NIGHT: LOVE IS NOT ABUSE!!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Awareness Walk - Walk with a Purpose!!
• Guest Speaker:  Sarah Jean 
• Raffles & Prizes

WHEN & WHERE:

• Friday, October 23, 2026
• Student Leadership Center (SLC), 4-6:30 p.m.

Bring a friend, show your support and stand with survivors!!

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Eleven Agriculture students participate in Regional Dairy Challenge

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!

Admissions will be hosting our next High School Visitation Day this Thursday, October 22, from 9 am - 1 pm. We will be welcoming the following high schools to campus: Coudersport, Cuba-Rushford, Frewsburg, Friendship, Naples, Portville, and Wellsville. Thank you for making all our campus visitors feel so welcome!

Admissions is pleased to host our Fall Open House programs on:

• Saturday, October 24th
• Sunday, November 8th

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.

Join the ASC Center For Online Learning in celebrating National Distance Learning Week (NDLW) 2026. The week-long event from Nov 2nd to the 6th brings greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning, discusses emerging trends, highlights best practices, and recognizes leaders in the field.

The event sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association offers several free live webinars each day. This is the 20th annual event, and this year's theme is - .

How to Participate

• Registration: Participation is free (register as Guest), and interested individuals can register for events through the USDLA website or specific institutional pages.
  • United States Distance Learning Association

Full Conference schedule can be viewed at: https://usdla.org/events/national-distance-learning-week/

We are happy to announce that applications are open again for exploring the Grow with Google certifications!  

Please encourage interested faculty and staff to submit the form by October 23.  

Alfred State has grant funding for faculty to redesign curricula implementing Grow with Google certifications ($2,000) and faculty and staff to complete certifications and participate in a community of practice ($500).  View the Grow with Google collection at https://grow.google/enroll-certificates. 

Please contact Danyelle at obriend@alfredstate.edu if individuals or departments have questions or would like to chat more about the opportunity! 

The Alfred chapter of United University Professions is excited to be offering an informative workshop on the following days. All UUP members at Alfred, Wellsville, and Northland campuses can attend! Registration is needed in advance, information is below.

Monday October 26 3:30 to 5 PM *** This will be a fully remote workshop***A link/invite to the workshop will be sent that morning. A lunch ticket for the Terrace/Rig will be provided to attendees, good for a meal in October.

Friday October 30 11:00 AM to 12:30 *** In-Person SLC 310 Alfred Campus ***

Lunch on-site will be provided to attendees!

Career Guide for Success at Alfred State

Congratulations- You’re hired!!! Now what…? Appointment letters, renewals, non-renewals, attaining tenure (permanent appointment for professionals, continuing appointment for academics) and more. What does it all mean and what do you need to know? The Career Guide for Success Workshop will provide UUP members with important information that every UUP member should know, especially at the beginning of their career at Alfred. Our NYSUT Labor Relations Specialist, Jamie Guilian, will be sharing her expertise and insights at this workshop.

To register, please email Chapter Assistant Elaine (Burns) Ryan at Alfred@UUPmail.org and reserve your spot. Once registered, membership will be confirmed, and check-in done when arriving. This workshop is open to UUP members only. Check your pay stub - you can join as a member online at http://www.uupinfo.org/join

Our new NYSHIP website makes it easier for enrollees to find information about plan benefits, changes to coverage and NYSHIP resources and support.

Check out the video and article libraries to learn how to make the most of your NYSHIP coverage now, and plan for your future with tools like the sick leave credit calculator. Learn More About the New Website 

Are you an employee or student commuter who would benefit by having a place to stay in Alfred occasionally? The Saxon Inn currently hosts several guests who take advantage of having a regular, welcoming, comfortable place to stay one (or more) nights a week. If this sounds like you, why not get in touch with the Saxon Inn to learn about our special discounted rates! Depending on the frequency needed, we can offer rates under $100/night.

Contact Saxon Inn at saxoninn@alfred.edu, or phone 607-871-2600 and ask for details.

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Midterm Recovery Workshop on Thursday, October 22nd at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. If you are looking at your midterm grades and want to improve them, start with this workshop.  Strategies and options will be discussed as to the best course of action to achieve your goals this semester. 

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

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Alfred State Forensic Science students attend NEAFS conference in the Poconos

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 results from the Vice President search committee election have been finalized, and the following Voting Faculty/UUP Represented Faculty were selected:

• Phil Schroeder (Ag & Vet Tech)
• Kevin Hofmann (Arch & Design)
• Jill Crandall (Advising)
• Maureen Sibble (Career Center)
• Melanie Ryan (Office of Accessibility)
• Matt Ryan (Residential Services)

Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to serve and to all who participated by voting.

Faculty can enter Interim Grades in BannerWeb from 10 a.m. on Friday, October 16 through 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 22.    

• Interim grades can only be entered for parts of term 1 (full-term), O (first ten weeks), and C (last ten weeks).
• Every student who appears on your class roster should have a grade posted.
• If an interim grade is not posted, a grade change form cannot be processed since interim grades are unofficial.
• If a student withdrew during the “withdrew with record” time frame, you must enter either an “H” for withdrew failing, or a “G” for withdrew passing.
• Interim grades are available to students as soon as they are posted. This differs from final grades which cannot be viewed by students until after the deadline for posting and the system rolls.
• On October 23, final grading will be turned on for all parts of term that end on or before October 23. Final grades for parts of term will be due October 28.

We Got Your Back:
Please join us in supporting individuals affected by domestic violence by donating needed items to local shelters. Donated items will be put into backpacks along with student messages of hope and other resources. Donation boxes will be set up at UPD and the Oasis in SLC. List of acceptable donation items are included here: We Got Your Back Flyer.

For more information, please feel free to reach out to Skylyn Coy. 

Dear faculty, here's what's happening at CITE this week. (Each session earns 5 points toward the Annual CITE Excellence in Professional Development Certificate and Award.)

• Mon Oct 19 – Sun Oct 25 | CITE PD Course on Brightspace | Self-paced Workshop: Gathering Mid-Semester Student Feedback
  Learn how to ask students the right questions at mid-semester and act on what you hear while there's still time.
• Tue Oct 20 – Sun Oct 25 | Reading Exchange Channel on CITE Team | Weekly Reading Exchange: why student success depends on continuous feedback. This week's article shows how small, frequent check-ins reveal what students know, who they are, and how they're doing. Read it in the channel and post a reflection on one prompt.
• Thu Oct 22 | 12:30–1:00 PM | EJ 106 + Teams | Reading Exchange Article Live Roundtable
  Talk the article through live with colleagues. Snacks and coffee are available in EJ 106.
• Thu Oct 22 | 2:30–3:30 PM | EJ 106 + Teams | Portfolio Academy Drop-In
  Bring whatever you have, whether an outline, a draft, or a list of questions, and leave with a clearer plan for your portfolio.

Want to go further? You can earn 15 points by implementing an innovative strategy shared through a CITE workshop or event. Email cite@alfredstate.edu or stop by EJ Brown 106 to get started. You can also earn credits year-round by joining a peer learning community, implementing an innovative practice, leading a CITE program, or facilitating a CITE event. Details are on CITE SharePoint.

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Alfred State awarded an Agriculture and Food Systems Workforce Development Grant

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:
Wellsville Career Fair
Pioneer Pathways - Jonna Anne
Best View on Campus
Alfred Career Fair
Pioneer Pathways - Sarah Francisco

Pioneer PROfile videos - 119 videos
Pioneer Pathways - 10 videos

The Students in BIOL 1313 - Nutrition will be going on a field trip to Wegmans on Tuesday 10/20/26 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.  Please excuse the following students: Armstrong, Chase, Burgess, Steven, Cantillo, Luigi, Casterline, Kadyn, Clinton, Hoyt, Costley, Angelica, Day, Nicholas, Flecha, Gilbert, Flores, Juan, Geer, Parker, Hammond, Desiree, Hardeman, Kennyh, Hoffman, Xavier, Hunt, Brynn, Isaac, Maddox, Johns, Isaiah, MacDerment, Allie, Maisuria, Jay, Maly, Trevor, Moises, Devon, Moore, Stellara, Noteware, Brayden, Oliveri, Rachel, Raymond, Greg, Snyder, Aaron, Strauss, Maddie, Tate, Mira.

Please excuse the following Architecture and Design students as they travel to NYC for a field study trip on 10/19 and 10/20.

Alessandra Santoro
Aly Belmont
Amber Steiner
Anthony Woods
Arlin Ramirez
Caley Larsen
Celina Weiner
Chris Paultre
Cole Kornow
Connor Dolan
Connor Welsh
Dan Marroquin Torres
Diego Multini
Dimitri Thompson
Elizabeth (Nora) Schlander
Elliot Pope
Eugene Worrell
Faith Rinella
Fernanda Ceja
Francisco Mendez Reyes
Helen (Nicole) Poche
Jackson Volosik
Jahkaar Brundidge
Jake Loveland
James Prendergast
Jeremy Pennock
Jessica Budd
Josh Cary
Julian Abreu
Justie Perez
Kathy Gilando
Luis Pozo Montesdeoca
Mary Gibson
Mason Myers
Megan Pinzel
Nicholas Bevacqua
Olivia DiMaria
Orla Reilly
Randall Wilson
Riley McCarthy
Ruby LaDue
Sam Posecznick
Sarah O'Connor
Stephen Meeker
Tashae Samuels
Theresa D'Amato Neff
Warren Auty
Zion Threats

Thanks!

Pioneers Vote! Make sure you have the information and resources you need to participate in the upcoming November 3, 2026, Election.

Get Registered

If you are eligible but not registered to vote or need to update your registration, you have several options:

• Online: Visit the New York State Board of Elections website to register or update your voter information. Registering out of the state? Click here. Or you can use our Voter Registration portal
• Paper Registration Form: Stop by the accessibility services office in SDC, the Pioneer Student Union Building on Wellsville campus, or the Student Leadership Center to pick up a voter registration form from either the Civic Engagement suite (SLC4 412) or from the Director of Global Engagement and Civic Wellbeing office (SLC 416). We’ll even save you the stamp! 
• In Person: You may also register through your local Board of Elections or any New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office.

New York State voter registration deadline: October 24, 2026.

Three Ways to Vote in New York

1. Vote Early In-Person
   Early voting for the General Election is October 24–November 1, 2026. Locations and hours vary by county. Find early voting site(s) here.

2. Vote on Election Day
   Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls in New York are open from 6 a.m.–9 p.m. Find your polling place.

   Note: those registered to vote with an Alfred address will vote at A E Crandall Hook and Ladder Co Fire Station in the village of Alfred (4 S Main, Alfred, NY 14802)

   If you do not use your local campus address to register to vote you will need to either plan to vote early wherever you are registered (if it is not easily commutable on election day) or vote by mail so your vote can be counted where you are registered. 

   Use our Find Your Polling Place portal tool so you know where to cast your ballot on election day!

3. Vote by Mail
   New York voters may request a ballot to be mailed to them, which you will then fill out and mail back to your Board of Elections. Requests to receive a ballot by mail must be received by October 24. You can receive a ballot in person by going to your local Board of Elections by November 2.

• Are you registered in another county and need information about voting by mail? You can request a ballot through NYS Request a Ballot website and follow the instructions to ensure your vote is counted. Note that absentee ballots and early mail ballots function similarly in NYS; you may apply for either.
• Need to request an absentee ballot from a different state? Click here.
• We also have a Request Your Ballot tool that can help guide you to the appropriate BOE page based on your registration information.

Know Before You Vote

Feeling shaking about voting because you don’t know who and what will be on your Ballot, we have a tool for that! Don’t treat democracy like a multiple-choice test that you didn’t study for, research candidates and make informed decisions that you feel good about!

Check out our Research Your Ballot tool to not only see who and what will be on your ballot but to learn more about the position and each candidate

Questions or need help? Contact us at civicengagement.alfredstate.edu or stop by SLC 416 or any of the offices located at the bottom of our Political Engagement Page

Your voice, your values, your vote! Whether you vote early, by mail, or on Election Day, make a plan that works for you!

Tired of being inundated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) on all your devices? Big tech companies are pushing AI, but did we ask for it? Join Alfred Public Library Director Melanie Miller on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 4:30-6:00 PM at the "Box of Books" Library on Main Street to learn how to disable AI in applications and on your phone or computer. For more information and to RSVP (which is required, due to limited space), please see the Box of Books website. 

Like competition and awesome prizes? Head over to the Alfred Campus Store on Wednesday, October 21st from 4pm-6pm! The more you score the bigger the prize! 

Alfred State College and John G. Ullman & Associates are excited to invite you to attend our second of (2) financial education virtual workshops in 2026, From Saving to Spending: Investing Strategies for Retirement Income - Thursday, October 22nd. Join us for a free educational webinar where you’ll learn about strategies to help get you to and through your retirement years.

The virtual session, scheduled to begin at 11a.m, will feature and be led by Jakob Brost, CFP®, RICP, MS, Advisor and JGUA Charlotte Branch Manager- 2021 Alfred State Graduate 

For more information and to REGISTER or contact- Jason Sciotti in Institutional Advancement at ext. 3936 or sciottjm@alfredstate.edu 

In remembrance of Billy Greene and in support of the “Let’s Save Some Lives” initiative at Alfred State College, University Police is offering a few remaining spots in our upcoming CPR classes.

CPR Class Openings:

Tuesday, October 20th
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spots are now full

Tuesday, November 3rd
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spots are now full

Learning CPR can make a life-saving difference when every second counts! These classes are a great opportunity to learn skills that could one day help you save someone’s life.

Interested in signing up? Contact Alfred State College University Police at 607-587-3999 or email howejl@alfredstate.edu to reserve your spot! If these dates listed don’t work for you, but you’re interested in participating, we can also work with groups of at least 8 students to arrange another class!

Together, through the Billy Greene Initiative, let’s learn the skills that can help save lives. 

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Culinary Arts to host Halloween Buffet

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 Faculty Senate evaluations of the Vice Presidents of Alfred State College: Student and Employee Affairs, Enrollment Management, Finance and Administration, and Institutional Advancement, will be launched tomorrow (10/20/2026) and remain open until the end of day on Monday (10/26/2026). These evaluations have been created by the evaluations sub-committee of Executive Senate to allow for all Voting Faculty/UUP Represented Faculty to have the opportunity to provide honest and thorough feedback to these administrators. Each evaluation will arrive in your inbox as a separate poll from Ballot Box. Faculty Senate thanks you for your participation.

Murlin R. Hammond, 86, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at his home due to chronic health concerns.

Murlin worked in the facilities department as a cleaner at Alfred State for over twenty years.

Full obituary

myLearning Gradebook – Duplicate Students

Some faculty may have noticed duplicate student accounts showing in their gradebook and/or their myLearning class list. The process to resolve will involve faculty help to ensure grades are not lost.  Faculty will be notified via email if assistance is needed.

If you notice duplicate students in your course, please submit a ticket to the Alfred State Help Desk using this form.  

Join Hinkle Library throughout October for a series of classic spooky movie nights in the library classroom! On October 1, 15, and 22, we'll be screening beloved horror films starting at 5:00 p.m. Come enjoy the cozy autumn atmosphere, delicious suspense, and plenty of spine-tingling thrills.

• October 1st Nosferatu (1922)
  • In 1838 Wisborg, Germany, real estate agent Knock sends his employee, Thomas Hutter, to the distant Carpathian Mountains to visit a new client named Count Orlok, who wants to buy an abandoned house across from Hutter's home.
• October 15th Night of the Living Dead (1968)
  • A group of diverse people trapped in a rural Pennsylvania farmhouse who must fight to survive an onslaught of flesh-eating reanimated corpses.
• October 22nd Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)
  • The first remake of the paranoid infiltration classic moves the setting for the invasion from a small town to the city of San Francisco and starts as Matthew Bennell notices that several of his friends are complaining that their close relatives are in some way different.

Don't miss our special Halloween panel at the end of the month, marking the grand finale of our Spooktacular Extravaganza!

The Do's and Don'ts of creating engaging video content for today's students

Makerspace sessions! Two days, first day is pedagogy and techniques, second day you will apply and explore what you've learned! Have an opportunity to communicate and share your creation with other faculty.  You are not required to attend both sessions but if you complete both days you will earn a recognized certificate of completion from LIFT!

Day 1:

10 min: Pedagogy

20 min: Tool foundations

Day 2:

MakerSpace Session

20 min: Create and Build

10 min: Faculty shop-share(show off your creation and talk with other faculty about their experience!)

The Do's and Don'ts of creating engaging video content for today's students

Dates:  October 20th - 2:30pm - 3:00pm - Session 1: Pedagogy and Foundations

        October 21st - 2:30pm - 3:00pm - Session 2: Makerspace

Check out the latest news from Alfred State. 

Alfred State celebrates the launch of ASAP|ACE

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!

🎉What a day at the Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, as we welcomed 107 employers, who invested their time in connecting with our   students and supporting their career journeys. 

A big thank you to the Wellsville Faculty, who continually encourage workforce readiness, the Wellsville Culinary Team, and the many volunteers who helped make the event run smoothly. 👏

Sincerely,

Maureen & Valerie-Career Development 

Faculty can enter Interim Grades in BannerWeb from 10 a.m. on Friday, October 16 through 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 22.    

• Interim grades can only be entered for parts of term 1 (full-term), O (first ten weeks), and C (last ten weeks).
• Every student who appears on your class roster should have a grade posted.
• If an interim grade is not posted, a grade change form cannot be processed since interim grades are unofficial.
• If a student withdrew during the “withdrew with record” time frame, you must enter either an “H” for withdrew failing, or a “G” for withdrew passing.
• Interim grades are available to students as soon as they are posted. This differs from final grades which cannot be viewed by students until after the deadline for posting and the system rolls.
• On October 23, final grading will be turned on for all parts of term that end on or before October 23. Final grades for parts of term will be due October 28.

Confidential assistance is available for employees affected by domestic violence. Contact Alfred State's Domestic Violence Agency Liaison, Kayleigh Jones, at 607-587-4026 or joneskm1@alfredstate.edu. Free, confidential support is also available 24/7 through the New York State Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline at 800-942-6906, by text at 844-997-2121, or via chat at OPDV.NY.GOV.

Join us THIS Sunday, October 18th from 6pm-8pm to Frost Your Own Cupcake!

Location: The Nook

Compliments from your friends at ACES Food Court

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.

This year's SPCA Theme Basket Auction is planned for the following:

• Fri, October 16th 5PM-9PM
• Sat, October 17th 9AM-4PM
• At the Wellsville Campus in the Pioneer Student Union

Volunteer opportunities available for, not limited to:

• Data Entry
• Setting up before
• Tearing down after (Sunday)

If you're interested in volunteering or need Community Service forms signed for campus clubs and organizations, please contact Dilan Gilluly at 607-587-3189 (or x3189) or gilluldr@alfredstate.edu.

Course 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.

• CJUS 4403 - The CJUS Ecosystem
• SOCI 5903 - Crime & Delinquency

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.

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, October 14, 2026 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM via Zoom

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 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.

Planning for retirement? The NYSTRS Pension & Retirement Education Program (PREP) Fall 2026 seminar schedule is now available.

These free, half-day seminars cover:

• NYSTRS benefits and retirement options
• Financial planning and Social Security
• Estate planning
• The retirement process

Learn more and view the Fall 2026 schedule: NYSTRS PREP Program 

PREP seminars are educational and are not intended for individual benefits counseling.

Want personalized help with retirement planning, financial goals, or your TIAA accounts?  Stephen Smith, Sr. Financial Consultant, will be on the Alfred State campus and available to meet via teams as well.

What you can do:

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

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

For more information or to RSVP, click here. 

As a reminder, please do not move computers, monitors, printers, classroom technology, audiovisual equipment, or other technology-related items without first contacting Technology Services.

While moving equipment may seem straightforward, even a simple relocation can affect inventory records, licensing, network connectivity, security, support coverage, and classroom or office functionality. In many cases, equipment is assigned to a specific space, department, or configuration, and it may not be obvious how moving it could affect other users or services.

If equipment needs to be relocated, our team is happy to assist with the move and ensure everything is properly documented and continues to function as expected. To help us manage this process effectively, we strongly request that employees contact the Technology Services Help Desk before moving any equipment so that appropriate coordination can take place.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a reliable technology environment across campus.