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Get ready for one of the most exciting traditions of the year—Signing Day (April 22), hosted by the Career Center! Inspired by athletic signing days, this special event celebrates our graduating seniors as they take the next big step—launching their careers or continuing their education.

🤝 What is Signing Day?
It’s a high-energy celebration where employers join us for a dinner to “sign” their new hires and recognize their achievements. Expect a fun, memorable atmosphere with companies bringing creative swag and spirit to celebrate their newest team members!

🎥 Lights, Camera, Future!
The event is professionally recorded, and highlights are featured during graduation—so you’ll be part of a moment that lasts!

📣 Help Us Find Our Stars!
We’re inviting faculty, staff, and students to help us identify graduating seniors who have secured jobs or are continuing their education. We want to celebrate them—and connect with their employers so they can join the event too!

💡 Know someone who should be recognized?
Send their information to Valerie Case by April 14th at caseva@alfredstate.edu so we can invite both the student and their employer.

💸 Free Event
Signing Day is completely free for all participating students and employers.

Let’s celebrate success, opportunity, and the bright futures ahead. 🎉
Don’t miss your chance to be part of Signing Day!

The Store Front provides and easy way for you to order Marketing Services and automates as much of the request process as possible, allowing us to provide cost effective results for the College. Our team will carefully review your request and work with you to achieve the results you are looking for. 
New users will need choose Sign-In (button on far right in dark blue band) and create an account before ordering.

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

Support a Great Cause at On The Block! Saturday, April 11th 4-8 on the Mackenzie Quad

We’re excited to share that proceeds from this year’s On The Block event will be donated to ACCORD: A Center for Dispute Resolution & Community Justice, a Community Action Agency located in Belmont. ACCORD plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families in our local community through programs that promote stability, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being.

We’re asking all students, faculty, and staff to help us give back by bringing:

• Spare change
• Unopened self-care items
• Canned goods

These donations will be used as “votes” for your favorite activities at the event, so the more you bring, the more you can support both your top picks and the community!

Don’t miss the dunk tank just $5 per turn and all proceeds from it will also go directly toward supporting ACCORD.

By attending On The Block, you’re not just showing up for a fun event you’re making a real impact right here in our community. Let’s come together to have fun, give back, and support a cause that truly matters.

Show up. Donate. Vote. Make a difference. 

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

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

• AGRI 2101 - Sophomore Seminar
• AGRI 4012 - Internship
• HLTH 5223 - Information Systems in Healthcare
• MEDR 3414 - Quality and Legal Aspects of Health Information Management
• RADT 4023 - Diagnostic Imaging II
• SONO 3024 - Sonography Clinical II
• VETS 4403 - Veterinary Practice Essentials

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.

*UPDATED - SOCI 1183 not SOCI 1182

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

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

• APSY 1033 -  Crisis Intervention
• MATH 1113 - Statistical Concepts
• MATH 1143 - Liberal Arts Math
• MATH 3001 - Topics in Mathematics: Introduction to Linear Algebra
• PHYS 1044 - College Physics
• SOCI 1183 - Contemporary Social Problems

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

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 Natural Sciences category effective fall 2026.

CHEM 1023 - Foundations in Chemistry

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 Academic Forms / Additional Academic Resources / Resources.

UUP members are invited to join us for coffee and snacks in the Hinkle Library main floor gathering area on Thursday, April 9th from 7:45-9:15am.  (We thank the library staff for graciously offering their space!)  Chapter officers will be there to share updates about our contract negotiations, and other union activity.  As time allows, we can answer questions if you happen to have any.  We'll be discussing contract actions to take, and also the upcoming assemblies of UUP delegates (April 24-25) and NYSUT representatives (May 1-2).

Meetings between UUP and the State of NY have started!  To see the latest negotiations bulletins, and also the state's proposals for inclusion in our new contract, MEMBERS can log into UUP’s password-protected Members Only page:

https://uupunion.org/myuup/MembersOnly/

Only UUP MEMBERS may take part in the contract negotiation and ratification. Our current contract was brought to you by UUP MEMBERS, who make good things happen! A higher proportion of membership adds to our negotiating leverage for improving our work lives and benefitting SUNY as a whole. Membership is NOT automatic; check your pay stub and if you’re not already a member, you can sign up at http://uupinfo.org/join

🎶🥁Part time Employment Opportunity 🥁🎶

What You'll Do

• Conduct and shape our Concert Band and collaborate with Performing Arts on pit ensembles for fall productions.
• Choose exciting, student-centered repertoire that makes musicians feel proud and audiences cheer.
• Build a welcoming space where beginners and advanced players alike feel supported, challenged, and inspired.
• Recruit new talent across campus? Tabling, events, social media, even hallway conversations count!
• Plan and run engaging rehearsals, craft memorable campus performances, and bring creative ideas to life.
• Team up with our vocal music program, drama productions, and student groups to create cross-campus arts magic.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field (Master's a plus!)
• Experience directing instrumental ensembles.
• Someone who is organized, upbeat, creative, and ready to recruit and motivate students.
• A collaborator who enjoys working across departments and with diverse student skill levels.
• Part

Click Below for full Job Description and to Apply

https://alfredstate.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=197514

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

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

We’re excited to share this summer’s Orientation dates! 

We always love seeing faculty and staff involved during these programs—whether it’s mingling with students, answering questions, or simply helping create a welcoming and supportive environment. Your presence truly makes a difference in shaping a positive first impression for our incoming class!

Please see the full schedule of Orientation sessions below:

• July 10 – Transfer Orientation
• July 12 – Overnight
• July 13 – SAT
• July 15 – SAMET
• July 16 – Overnight
• July 17 – SAS
• July 19 – Overnight
• July 20 – SAMET
• July 22 – SAT
• July 23 – Overnight
• July 24 – General Session (NYC & EOP)

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU. Come to the Hinkle Library to pick up a copy of 1984. We have free copies of the original book and the graphic novel adaptation. Then join us on Wednesday, April 15th, at 5:00 PM at the Terra Cotta Coffee House for a community discussion including all of Alfred's libraries. This is our 4th annual Community Read. Please join us for a lively discussion on a classic novel and current events.

Please excuse the following Architecture + Design students, in ARCH 4304, from classes on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, as they travel to Rochester, NY, for a required field study trip.  Please allow them to make up any class work and assignments they may miss on that day:

Luke Akrong
Charles Bendo
Liv Blumenschein
Stacee Bryan
Owen Callahan
Andy Carter
Samantha Colwell
Lucas DerSarkissian
Maria Eifert
Raegan Elmore
Breanna Hann
Noelle Henning
Megan Howell
Parker Jensen
Ahmir Johns
Lakota Johnson
Prathamesh Likha
Stefano Perez
Emerson Rahaim
Emily Richardson
Lilian Rosa
Nathan Samson
Katherine Sanchez
Caprice Setlock
Liam Sirianni
Eddie Shortway
Lucas Tran

This is the last week to donate to our School Supply Drive—all donations are due by Friday, April 10.

Student Athletes are collecting backpacks and school supplies to support young learners in need. Every donation helps make a meaningful difference!

Requested Items:
Backpacks, notebooks, folders, pencils, glue, markers, colored pencils/crayons, hand sanitizer, tissues, etc...

Drop-Off Locations:
Orvis 250 • SET 3rd Floor Main Office • SLC 2nd Floor Student Engagement
EJ Brown 2nd Floor Business Office • PHS 2nd Floor Dean’s Office
CDH 1st Floor ACES Office • SDC 2nd Floor Student Success Center

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dear New Faculty members,

Here’s what’s happening in Pioneer Academy this week (April 6-10):

🎓 Pioneer Academy Session (SAT): Check-in and Teaching Reflection [For Wellsville and Northland faculty]

📅 Wednesday, April 8
🕛 12:00–12:50 p.m.
📍 Senior Culinary Classroom, Wellsville [Lunch will be provided]. Northland faculty can join via Teams.

🎓 Pioneer Academy Session (SAS–SAMET): Check-in and Teaching Reflection [For SAS and SAMET faculty]

📅 Friday, March 20
🕒 3:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 EJB 106 and Teams [Refreshments and Coffee will be available]

Click here for complete Pioneer academy Schedule of events. Faculty members who joined Alfred, Wellsville, and Northland campuses in the year 2024-25 are welcome to attend, if interested. 

Warm regards,
CITE Team

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Agencies participating thus far are:

Criminal Justice Agencies:

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

Human Services Agencies:

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

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

💼Why apply?

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

✅ How to Prepare (Required Steps)

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

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

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

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

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

🎯 What to Expect

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

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

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

Contact Professor Aquilina with questions at aquilia@alfredstate.edu

Open Educational Resource (OER) Summer Intensive  

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

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

Course Refresh (Re-design) Summer Institute 

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

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

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

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

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

Email CITE@alfredstate.edu with questions.  

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

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

Application Priority:

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

Coverage:

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

Part-Time Employees:

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

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

Student parking lots 3 (by SLC), 19, 20, 20A and 22 (near Pioneer Stadium/Orvis) and Faculty/Staff parking lots 3 (by SLC) & 21 (near Orvis) will be closed Friday April 10th from 4pm through the completion of the Open House on Saturday afternoon. If you are traveling and leaving a vehicle on campus for the weekend please make sure that it is moved out of the closed lots before you leave. Students may park in any other open lots over the weekend, but must be back in the appropriate student parking before Monday morning at 7am. 

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

The 3 Choice dinner has been cancelled. 

However, we will have a drive-thru BBQ dinner the following Wednesday, April 22, 2026.  Details and menu to follow!

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

Before Registration Opens:

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

Helpful Reminders:

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

Special Situations:

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

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

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

April Wellness Group Calendar 

April Breath-Body-Mind Sessions Calendar 

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

Dear faculty members from Alfred, Wellsville and Northland campuses,

Here is a quick look at Specialty CITE programming this week [4/6 to 4/10]. These events are open only to members and participants as indicated.

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

🧩 IITG Efficacy of Gen AI Tools Check-in Option 2[ONLY for ASC Grant Participants]

📅 Monday, April 6🕚 11:00 am–12:00 pm💻 Teams & EJB 106

🧩 Teaching Squares Monthly Check-in [ONLY for faculty Participants]

📅 Thursday, April 9 🕚 1:00–2:00 pm 💻 Teams & EJB 106

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

Warm regards,
CITE Team

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