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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 Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice category and Civic Discourse competency effective fall 2026.

GLST 2113 - Global & Diverse Perspectives

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 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.

• GLST 2113 - Global & Diverse Perspectives

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.

SUNY Alfred State College of Technology seeks a Director of Procurement. As a member of the Business Affairs Division, the Director of Procurement will oversee all departmental functions, including the purchasing of goods and services, travel and accounts payable. Goods and services are procured with the highest ethical standards in accordance with college, SUNY, and New York State policies and regulations.

The successful candidate will engage in continuous process improvement, education of the college community, savings and quality initiatives, reporting to college administration, support for budget analyses, and data-informed improvements. The Director of Procurement reports directly to the Controller.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance,  Supply Chain Management, or a relevant field, at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, sourcing, finance, or vendor management, equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered; experience with competitive bidding (RFI, RFP, RFQ), vendor selection, vendor risk assessment, and/or contract management, supervisory/management experience with a diverse team, and proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Click the link here for a full job description & to apply! http://alfredstate.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=202550 

Last day to apply is July 26, 2026! 

The Allegany County Fair is quickly approaching, and we are in NEED of TWO Volunteers for Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 3-7pm . 

This year, instead of hosting a traditional Alfred State booth, we are transitioning to our Mobile Learning Lab, which will serve as our primary outreach and engagement space at the fair. The Mobile Learning Lab provides an exciting opportunity to showcase Alfred State's innovative programs, connect with prospective students and families, and engage with community members in a dynamic and interactive environment.

We are seeking faculty and staff volunteers who are interested in spending time in the Mobile Learning Lab, greeting visitors, sharing information about Alfred State, and helping create a welcoming experience for fair attendees.

if interested in volunteering this year please fill out this Form which will show days and times available.  

Thank you for helping Alfred State make a strong impact at the Allegany County Fair. We appreciate your support and look forward to showcasing the college through our new Mobile Learning Lab experience.

For any questions, please reach out donovatl@alfredstate.edu or Ext 4010. 

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 July 17, 2026.