Blue & Gold Today

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

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

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

College Council’s Leadership Through Civic Engagement Award

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

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

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

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

https://youtu.be/xWlgXDaYQRg

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

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

Urgent Care Location and Hours: 

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

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

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

We hope you have a happy and healthy winter break! 

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

Students – 

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

Thanks for being a part of the Under Armour Family.  

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

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

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

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

We apologize for any inconvenience.

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

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

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

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

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

🌸 Spring Recruitment Events - Save the Dates! 🌸

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

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

Apply for Winter Break Housing!

Residence halls will close at 10:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2024, for the Winter Break. The Residence halls will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025. If you are here for an academic reason and cannot make travel arrangements for the evening of Friday, December 13, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus that night. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Saturday, December 14.  If you are requesting to stay due to your bus being Sunday, December 15th, please be aware that you may have to relocate to break housing for the night. 

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 " Winter Break Housing Request" form on eRezLife. To access this form, please sign in to my.alfredstate.edu, select "housing," and then select the "Winter Break Housing Request" form. 

Please note, that this form will close on Tuesday, December 10th.

Help our students kick off finals week by serving them Midnight Breakfast and sending them well wishes on Sunday, December 8 from 10PM-12AM in the Terrace, CDH. Last year's revival of Midnight Breakfast was a huge success, with over 300 students in attendance! In order to keep that energy and make it special for the students, ACES & Student Engagement need YOUR help. This is also a perfect opportunity to connect with our students outside of the classroom and office. Volunteer to serve breakfast and mingle by emailing bumpce@alfredstate.edu by Friday, December 6. This breakfast is meant to help our students relax from the stress of their finals and it is PJ themed, so wear your cozy PJ's! 

The Community Needs Hub (ground floor of Peet Hall) will be reducing hours over the Thanksgiving break. We will be open:

• Wednesday, November 27th from 10-4
• Friday, November 29th from 1-5 

Food pantry requests (sign in with Alfred State credentials) can be submitted either while visiting during open hours or remotely. 

Any pantry requests will be filled during the above noted open hours this break or after we resume normal operational hours, Tuesday, December 3rd.

Please excuse the following students on 11/25/2024 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for a trip to a Call of Duty Tournament in Massachusetts with Don Schrader.

Liam Sirianni
Jeremy Pennock
Kobe Johnson
Dylan Dunham

Health and Wellness Services will be closed November 27th through November 29th. We hope you have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! 

As always, call 911 in the event of an emergency. An on-campus after-hours contact is University Police at 607-587-3999. 24/7 Crisis Hotline 855-748-1246.  Otherwise, area weekend and after hour options for healthcare include the following options:

• Urgent Care:  

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

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

• Emergency Room:

o Jones Memorial Hospital (Wellsville) 

o St. James Hospital (Hornell)  

International Education Week is just around the corner and we are proud to once again welcome distinguished international scholars to our campus to broaden perspective as we engage in meaningful cross-cultural dialogue. Have a look at the incredible bios for the 2024-2025 Cornell Humphrey Fellows and come be part of the conversations had during their visit! 

This years distinguished fellows will be engaged in various guest speaking opportunities across campus on November 21st & 22nd, and will join us with our commUNITY Potluck initiative at Union University Center (4 Church Street) on Wednesday, the 20th at 6pm.  In addition, we will host a panel discussion and encourage faculty, staff, and students to attend: 

• When: November 22nd from 12-1pm 
• Where: Small Events Space - 3rd Floor SLC
• Topic(s) Explored: 2024-2025 Cornell Humphrey Fellows discussing their roles as professionals in their home countries, what it means to be a global citizen, and the value of cultural exchange. 

Should any faculty wish to offer extra credit for this event, please contact Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) with the name of your course(s) so that we can have a sign in sheet available for you. 

REV+FLOW by REFIT is a one of a kind workout to a super fun playlist featuring Taylor Swift songs! And for our last three classes of this Fall semester (11/6, 13, 20), we are bringing back some class FAVs from last year including "Fabulous" and "The Greatest Show"!!! Contact me to get your requests on the playlist!! I will add a few more each week! It's FREE for students, faculty and staff on Wednesdays from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Yoga mats and light (optional) hand weights are provided. Watch this short promotional video to see what you might expect during a REV+FLOW class. 

If you have questions, contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

https://youtu.be/fmY7d4SNtOU

Make a dish to share a taste of “home” and help enhance our culture of care in Alfred. The Center for Civic Leadership is partnering with Union University to revive a commUNITY potluck initiative.  This secular event welcomes all as we build commUNITY by engaging in conversation and sharing foods that evoke a feeling of home! Help us celebrate our final semester potluck on November 20th, situated perfectly in the middle of International Education Week.  We will be joined by the Cornell International Humphrey Fellows, who will be visiting as part of our International Education Week engagement efforts.  

• Location: Union University Center / 4 Church Street
• Time: 6pm-8pm
• Dates: Wednesday, September 18th / Wednesday, October 23rd / Wednesday, November 20th  
• Sign up to Make and RSVP Here – Separate RSVP required for each date, and we ask that you submit your RSVP by the Sunday before each event so we can better prepare fore each event. 

“Tasters Choice” awards will be given at each event for the favorite dishes at each potluck.

Celebrate Sustainability and bring your own plate and cutlery to each event

Tuesday Talks: Interviewing & Resume Best Practices seminar

Please encourage students to join Maureen Sibble, Director of Career Development & Planning, and Financial Aid Counselor, Keri Edsall, on Tuesday, November 12 @ 5 p.m. in the SLC Small Even Space to learn how to prepare for job interviews and about the services the Career Development Center provides to students.

Upcoming Tuesday Talks Podcast episode:

              Dec 3                 Are you struggling with mental health?

A peer mentor is an upper-class student who helps students examine academic concerns and perceived barriers to success. 

Common topics peer mentors cover: 

• adjustment to college and general advice on how to succeed
• time management and study skills
• making referrals to campus resources

Students can meet a peer mentor weekly or just a few times in the semester as needed.

This 2-minute form serves as a way for Alfred State professionals to refer students they believe would benefit from meeting with a peer mentor. Please fill out this form (https://forms.office.com/r/c0maNV7xhb)  and we will follow up with the student. Questions? Email Amy Babcock at babcocAM@alfredstate.edu 

The Student Life Committee of Faculty Senate has launched it's annual Student Needs Survey. This informational survey allows the committee to make recommendations and/or pass along concerns made by students. In an effort to reach as many students as we can if you would be willing to share the survey link (https://forms.office.com/r/YjBFUPkfK6) and/or QR code with students that would be greatly appreciated. Feel free to use the wording below. Thanks for your time!

The Student Life Committee of Faculty Senate is interested in your feedback!  Please take just a few moments to fill out the short anonymous survey linked here: https://forms.office.com/r/YjBFUPkfK6
Our committee is interested in gathering information about concerns that students have on campus; general or specific, urgent or not, all feedback is welcome! Your suggestions in the past have led to various improvements around campus in Student Life, so we are excited to keep advocating for you and your needs. Please submit your responses by November 13th. 
Thank you for your time!

Please join the English & Humanities department and the Debate Club for a brief student debate followed by an open public forum at 3-4:30 pm Nov 19th SLC small events space.   

Resolved: The SUNY system and Alfred State College should eliminate all general education graduation requirements in favor of an open curriculum.

Pizza will be served. We hope to see you there!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Come out to the Pioneer Games on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 8:30am-2:30pm on the Alfred State College Intramural Field. Come cheer on the Alfred State Logging Sports team as they compete against SUNY ESF, Paul Smiths College, Finger Lakes Community College, and SUNY Cobleskill. 

The Intramural Field is located behind parking lot 22 and is to the left of the Orvis Activities Center. 

The application for our Alternative Spring Break trip is now open! 

Fall is here and before you know it, Spring will be at our doorstep and we are looking for the next group of pioneers to participate in our Service-Learning trip in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. If you love giving back to communities in need and soaking up some sunshine when the snow just won’t let go, our spring break service trip could be perfect for you! 

We will once again be traveling to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to work with Habitat for Humanity during our 2025 spring break (March 9th-March 15th).  If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for the trip, we invite you to visit our Civic Engagement Pioneer page to submit your application. While we open this opportunity up for student volunteers, we welcome interested faculty/staff to also reach out in case we have need for additional chaperone support. 

Not sure if this trip is for you, please help us spread the word to others regarding this wonderful opportunity to take part in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge event so we can send a rock-star group of Alfred State Pioneers to support some community well-being down south!

We have limited spaces available and will be finalizing our cohort for spring by Thanksgiving! Should you have any questions, please reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu)

Please join the Pioneer Family in celebrating National First-Generation College Student Day on Friday, November 8 in the MacKenzie Commons from 5-7 p.m.! This day is to celebrate those who are first-generation college students. All are welcome even if you are not a first-generation student, come celebrate those who are and show your support! There will be food, music, interactive activities, a photo station, & more. We hope to see you there! 

*Alfred State College defines First-Generation college students as being the first in their family to attend college. Siblings may also be attending a college or university, but neither parent has completed an Associate’s degree or higher. Be proud that you are FIRST!

Are you interested in working as an Orientation Leader this summer? Stop by our interest meetings to learn more about this paid leadership role! 

• October 2, 4-5PM - SLC 310
• October 22, 3-4PM - SLC 310
• November 6, 12-1PM - SLC 314
• November 6, 5-6PM - SLC 314 

If you have any questions, please email bumpce@alfredstate.edu - we look forward to seeing you there!

View our latest Financial Literacy series, College Success & Financial Literacy! Financial Aid Counselor, Keri Edsall & Assistant Director of Student Success, Casey Cowburn sit down and talk about student success, support, & more! 

https://youtu.be/NPVOLanf8Vs?si=nDZUVegDYTNBNB-5

The Center for Academic Resources and Excellence empowers students to reach their educational, personal, and professional goals. Individual student development is promoted through services central to students' academic needs at any point in their academic career by providing tutoring, mentoring, advising and accessibility services. You can find these departments housed within C.A.R.E.: the Academic Advising Center, the Student Success Center, the Office of Accessibility Services and the Educational Opportunity Program. Students may access all services by logging into their student portal and navigating to My Academics.

The Vet Tech Club is sponsoring a Kitten Yoga class! 

Event date Saturday November 2, 2024 in the Pioneer Studio. Pick a class time – either 11 am or 12 pm. 

Registration is $10 and must be paid in advance by Friday November 1 at 4pm to reserve your spot. Space is limited! Walk-ins may be available as space permits. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Hornell Humane Society. 

Some yoga mats available or you can bring your own. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. Suggested to bring water and a towel. 

Register at https://forms.gle/HS1tpfRmUzhBW84R9 or contact Prof. Meghan Smith smithmm@alfredstate.edu for further information. 

Check out the Haunted Infirmary tonight, Wednesday Oct. 30! The event runs from 7 - 10 p.m. at Pioneer Landing.

There will be a free shuttle to transport students leaving from the Student Leadership Center parking lot.

REV+FLOW by REFIT is a one of a kind workout that's kind to your body as you develop strength, toning, balance, and flexibility. This semester, enjoy a super fun playlist featuring ALL Taylor Swift songs! It's FREE for students, faculty and staff on Wednesdays from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Yoga mats and light (optional) hand weights are provided. Watch this short promotional video to see what you might expect during a REV+FLOW class. 

If you have questions, contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

https://youtu.be/fmY7d4SNtOU

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 three categories:

• 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

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: https://forms.office.com/r/zBTqaw7mRr

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by Friday, Nov. 1. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

The Vet Tech Club is sponsoring a Kitten Yoga class! 

Event date Saturday November 2, 2024 in the Pioneer Studio. Pick a class time – either 11 am or 12 pm. 

Registration is $10 and must be paid in advance by Friday November 1 at 4pm to reserve your spot. Space is limited! Walk-ins may be available as space permits. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Hornell Humane Society. 

Some yoga mats available or you can bring your own. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. Suggested to bring water and a towel. 

Register at https://forms.gle/HS1tpfRmUzhBW84R9 or contact Prof. Meghan Smith smithmm@alfredstate.edu for further information. 

Please consider mentioning this 10-minute Alcohol Consumption survey/training to your students. We'll use the collected data to better serve the Alfred State College community.

Plus, they get a FREE coffee from Ever Green Cafe!

No need to email Health & Wellness when finished. Submissions will be checked daily and vouchers will be available for pickup at the Ever Green Cafe the day after you complete the survey!

 https://app.alcohol101.plus/signin/alfredstate

The Academic Advising Center is hosting one virtual and one hybrid Registration Readiness workshop to help prepare students for Spring registration. Both sessions will be held on Thursday, October 24th. Students who attend a registration workshop will have a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card at each one!

10/24/2024 - 12pm Join via TEAMS or join us in EJ Brown 317

10/24/2024 - 6pm Join via TEAMS

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!

Alfred State has enhanced its non-partisan political engagement resources and partnered with ALL IN to implement a voter registration and resource portal for our students! A new Register to Vote link can be found on the Student Portal Page under student resources. From that link you can either continue to voter registration resources that are relevant for you and the state you wish to be registered in or you can use a pull down menu in the top corner of the landing page that says Get Vote Ready to access additional resources such as:

• Pledge to Vote
• Check Your Registration
• Request Your Ballot
• Research Your Ballot 
• Find Your Polling Place
• Get Involved

If you are registering to vote in NYS the last day to have your registration logged with the Board of Elections is October 26th, but each state had different deadlines and we recommend that eligible students get registered ASAP so that you have time to verify your voter status, check your polling location, and make a plan to vote (i.e. mail in ballot, early voting location, scheduling a time to get to your polling location on election day). Should you have questions about the voting process or navigating the above resources, we have staff that are able to assist on both the Alfred and Wellsville campus, their contact details and additional resources can be found on our Political Engagement page.  

The Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair on Wednesday was literally a big hit -112 employers attended, along with 741 students (Highest student attendance for Wellsville) 👏👏👏

Thank you so much Wellsville Faculty & Staff- we appreciate all that you do!

Do you have a project that involves a lot of people all working on one Word document or one Excel spreadsheet? Finding the time where everyone has available is always frustrating. “Work Smarter not harder”.  Come see the benefits of using Microsoft Office 365, especially One Drive and all the tools that come with that office suite.  All of Alfred State (Faculty and Students) are invited, October 16 at 6:00 pm to the lecture hall SAMET 215 at 6:00 pm. Sponsored by S.E.E.K.

Did you know that Licensed Veterinary Technicians are a key part of the health and well being of your pets when they are in a Veterinary Hospital, and even when your pet is home with you, but you have questions about their care?  They do everything from blood draws to lab work, monitoring anesthesia to assisting in surgical procedures, dispensing medications and ensuring you understand why that medication was prescribed and how to properly administer it when you take your pet home.  They are counselors, educators, scrub nurses, physical rehabilitation specialists, surgical assistants, radiologists, ultrasound technicians, post op recovery nurses, nurse anesthetists, pharmacy techs, behavior specialists, schedulers, and so much more.  They are highly trained, and can do the job of 20 different people on the human side in one day.  

This week is National Veterinary Technician Week!  Let's celebrate these amazing individuals by being a little kinder to people, and thanking that special LVT in your animal's life.  

Let’s show our School Spirit and join the ASC Cheer Team, Human Resources, and the Homecoming/Family Weekend Committee for their spirit week to get into the Pioneer Pride Spirit for the kickoff of Homecoming/Family Weekend! A week full of fun and excitement! Post your pictures with #ASCSpirtitWeek24 for a chance to win a prize! 

Monday Oct 14: Twin Day- Pair up and match up! Today is the day to make the word twinsies a reality.  

Tuesday Oct 15: Decade's Day - Step into 2024 with style by showcasing your favorite decade's fashion! Whether it’s groovy 70s bell-bottoms, rad 80s leg warmers and big hair, or grunge 90s flannel, show off the iconic trends from your chosen era. Get ready to rock the day with a blast from the past!

Wednesday Oct 16: "On Wednesdays we wear pink"... embrace your inner fashionista and don your favorite pink attire and accessories to support Breast Cancer Awareness. Any shade or style will do—just make sure to add a splash of pink to your outfit!

Thursday Oct 17: Country v. Country Club - Rustic retreat or lavish lifestyle? Your world, your way, your decision to participate in the ultimate showdown of camo vs. collared polos! 

Friday Oct 18: Pioneer Pride Day- Embrace your inner Pioneer Pride by wearing your jersey, team apparel, & Alfred State apparel to get ready for the weekend activities!  

Homecoming/ Family Weekend 2024 is October 17th- 20th, the planned events are geared for enjoyment for all ages and will surely be a great time! To check out a full list of scheduled events, visit: Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 | Alfred State

Do you love parades? On Friday October 18th at 6pm, HC/FW is featuring a parade that encourages floats, trailers or walking groups to celebrate their ALFRED STATE SPIRIT!! If you are a student group/club/organization/etc, faculty/staff department or alumni ALL are welcome to join! PLEASE register for this by visiting the events page and completing the registration via the hyperlinked registration form. Following the parade there will be multiple food options (dining dollars and meal swipes CAN be used!), a pep rally and live music from the Sweet Degenerates with FIREWORKS! 

Do you have a car that you love to show off? On Saturday October 19th at 10am, there will be a car show that will have $600 offered in CASH PRIZES, there will be a 1st place winner for alumni/guest and student categories and will each WIN $300!!!!!!!!! PLEASE register prior to the weekend via the hyperlinked registration form on the events page and Student registration is FREE!!!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU to the sponsors of this weekend to allow FREE ENTRANCE TO THE GAME AND THE CASH PRIZES FOR THE CAR SHOW, AIMS SELF STORAGE AND MOVING CENTER, PERKS AUTO CARE AND VANS ALIGNMENT! 

Full schedule of events, Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 | Alfred State

Graduating soon? Please join Financial Aid Counselor, Keri Edsall, for Tuesday Talks: Part 1 - I'm graduating, now what? at 5 p.m. in the SLC Small Event Space (310) on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Come learn how money management influences your credit report and credit score, and how it affects your eligibility for loans (like auto loans and mortgages).

Future Tuesday Talks: 

• Oct 29, podcast: Are you struggling academically?
• Nov 12, in-person:  Part 2 - I'm graduating, now what?
• Dec 3, podcast: Are you struggling mentally?

Missed previous Tuesday Talks?

• Do you even know student loans: Tuesday Talks Do I need student loans-20240917_214150-Meeting Recording.mp4
• Secrets of a Financial Aid Counselor: Financial Literacy podcast recording-20240927_110148-Meeting Recording.mp4

Update-✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️ 10/16/24  🕛 12pm – 3pm [PSU Building]-👉 111 Employers registered 

• 111 Employers will be traveling 🚗  to the Wellsville Campus on Wednesday October 16  to meet with our talented Wellsville students regarding jobs/internships.  Alstom, Barilla, Bausch & Lomb, Cornell University, Corning Inc., Milton CAT, and Moog Inc. will all be participating!

Questions-Reach out to Maureen or Valerie x4060

What is the First Amendment and how does it impact public life? Join us during Voter Education week as we explore religious freedom through the lens of different faith identities. Our panel will be comprised of professionals from the wider community, supporting our efforts to engage in meaningful dialogue across difference, while exploring faith, politics, discourse, and civic life. Voter resources and refreshments will be on offer.

• When: October 9th 
• Time: 5-6:30PM
• Location: SLC Small Events Space

Should any faculty wish to send students for extra credit, please contact Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) with the name of your class so we can have sign in sheets available for you.

This event is a collaborative effort between the Center for Civic Leadership, the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and the Cultural Life Center

What’s going around?   

Hello Alfred State Campus!  My name is Jess Lippa and I’m the new Assistant Medical Director in Health and Wellness after Dan Woolston has retired.  I’ve worked with many of you as a Nursing Faculty in the past, so it’s great to be here in a different capacity. 

Upper respiratory viruses continue to be the most common medical diagnosis at Health and Wellness Services.  Symptoms may include (but are not limited to) fatigue, malaise, runny/stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, diarrhea/vomiting, and fever that could last 3-7 days.   

Recommendations from our medical team include rest, fluids (keeping your urine a light-yellow color), Mucinex (guaifenesin), saline nasal spray, and over-the-counter pain relievers such as Motrin (ibuprofen) and Tylenol (acetaminophen). These infections are usually viral and typically resolve within 7-10 days on their own.  If symptoms persist and/or get worse after 7-10 days, then an evaluation by a medical professional is needed. 

Overall, ways to lower your risk of infection include the following:  Get your updated Flu and COVID vaccines, get plenty of sleep, stay physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.  Hand washing and wearing a mask when around larger groups is also encouraged as we head into Flu season. 

We are also seeing an uptick in Strep Pharyngitis.  Symptoms include a fever, sore throat, large tonsils with exudate (white spots), and enlarged/tender lymph nodes- typically in the absence of runny/stuffy nose and cough. If you are concerned, a rapid strep test can be completed.

As always for students, don’t hesitate to reach out if you wish to be evaluated by our team through the end of this week.  Alfred Campus- call us at 607-587-4200 to set up a time to visit (appointment only).  Wellsville Campus- call 607-587-3141 or visit the health center in the PSU for a walk-in appointment.

Medical excuses or "notes" excusing students from class will not be provided. However, confirmation dates and times a student received treatment can be accessed through the student health portal, to be provided to their faculty.

Tuesday Talks is back today (10/1) with a pre-recorded session from our Financial Aid Team! Watch the recording to learn more about Financial Literacy! 

Financial Literacy podcast recording-20240927_110148-Meeting Recording.mp4

Join us for our upcoming in-person sessions with Keri Edsall, Financial Aid Counselor the following dates: 

1. Oct 15: Part 1: What happens after graduation?
   1. 5-6PM, SLC 310
2. Nov 12: Part 2: What happens after graduation?
   1. 5-6 PM, SLC 310
      1. Director of Career Development, Maureen Sibble, will be a guest speaker! 

The Alfred Fall Career Fair on Wednesday was a big success -123 employers attended, along with 562 students (Highest student attendance for Alfred!) 👏👏Many of our returning alumni and employer partners were pleased to engage not only with our students but also with our Alumni Office staff, as well as the faculty and staff who visited.

Thank you- Alfred and Wellsville faculty, for encouraging student attendance, and equipping our students with the essential skills for their future careers.

Next up is the Wellsville Fall Career Fair on October 16-- there are currently 107 employers registered.  United Rentals will be attending the Wellsville fair--they are the largest construction equipment rental company in the world.  They are the official rental equipment partner of the PGA tour, and were recently named a "Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023". 

View this Link to see the most up-to-date employer listing for the Wellsville Fall Career Fair 

Questions-reach out to Maureen or Valerie x4060

The Vet Tech Club is happy to announce their annual dog wash! It will be held Saturday September 28 from 10am to 2pm in the HOPR of the SLC. This is a basic wash, NO grooming (dematting, detangling, clipping, etc) is available. Open to students and faculty of Alfred State as well as members of the community. Well behaved dogs only! All dogs must be leashed and up to date on vaccinations. 

Basic dog wash $10

Ear cleaning $5

Nail trim $5

Package (wash, ears, nails) $15

Please email Jaden Ohara at oharajm@alfredstate.edu for an appointment. Walk ins available as space allows.

Proceeds from the dog wash support club activities, including donations to the Hornell Humane Society. 

There are new hours for both the Student Leadership Center & Pioneer Center.

Student Leadership Center:

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

Pioneer Center:

• Monday-Sunday: 8am-11pm

What is REV+FLOW fitness? It is functional mobility that is low impact and high intensity at the same time. It is a one of a kind workout that is kind to your body as you develop strength, toning, balance, and flexibility. This semester, enjoy a super fun playlist featuring ALL Taylor Swift songs!

Drop into this FREE weekly class for students, faculty and staff on Wednesdays from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Yoga mats and light (optional) hand weights are provided. Watch this short promotional video to see what you might expect during the REV+FLOW class. 

If you have questions, contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

https://youtu.be/fmY7d4SNtOU

The Vet Tech Club is happy to announce their annual dog wash! It will be held Saturday September 28 from 10am to 2pm in the HOPR of the SLC. This is a basic wash, NO grooming (dematting, detangling, clipping, etc) is available. Open to students and faculty of Alfred State as well as members of the community. Well behaved dogs only! All dogs must be leashed and up to date on vaccinations. 

Basic dog wash $10

Ear cleaning $5

Nail trim $5

Package (wash, ears, nails) $15

Please email Jaden Ohara at oharajm@alfredstate.edu for an appointment. Walk ins available as space allows.

Proceeds from the dog wash support club activities, including donations to the Hornell Humane Society. 

We are so excited to announce that our annual talent show, Alfred's Got Talent, will be back for another year during Homecoming/Family Weekend. The Talent Show will be on Saturday, October 19 in the Orvis Auditorium starting promptly at 7 p.m.

Want to know more about Alfred's Got Talent? Check out 2023's Talent Show here. We are looking for volunteers to assist with hosting and judging the Talent Show. Also, if you have a talent you'd like to showcase, we'd love to include faculty/staff into the show as guest performances. Please note, that we have limited slots for guest performances, and only students can win the prizes. 

If you have an interest in volunteering or performing, please email Calsey Bump at bumpce@alfredstate.edu for more information. 

The Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair is next Wednesday 🤩 120+ Employers (56 of which are returning alumni) will be arriving on campus to interact with our talented students! We greatly appreciate all faculty support in allowing and encouraging your students to take advantage of these incredible opportunities. Faculty and Staff are welcome to attend as well. 

On campus recruitment events are not just for juniors and seniors, but for all students to learn about the opportunities for their career path, make professional connections, obtain a summer internship/job/full time position. 

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️ 9/25/24  🕛 12pm – 3pm [Orvis]-👉 122 Employers registered 

Check out the List! of employers attending on the Alfred State JobLink portal

• Do your students need assistance with their resumes? Career Development offers the SkillsFirst platform, which has 600+ resume samples, along with a built in ChatGPT technology
• If your students would like an individual appointment with Career Development, they can schedule through the Alfred State JobLink portal

Reach out to Maureen or Valerie-x4060 with any questions

• Please share with students: 

  The New York State Troopers Exam is being offered on the 4th floor of the Student Leadership Center on the Alfred Campus—Room 406.
  September 23-30: 8am to 5pm

• For additional information:  First Sergeant Joseph P. Wilkinson Joseph.wilkinson@troopers.ny.gov   joinstatepolice.ny.gov

Please excuse students for the fall AIAS Firm Tour this Thursday, September 19th, from 9 am to 5 pm. This year, students will tour the architecture firms of Passero and Dwyer/Young+Wright before meeting with firm representatives and participating in portfolio reviews. Learn more, including how to register, HERE.

On September 17th of every year, we celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. This year, Constitution Day coincides with National Voter Registration Day and the Center for Civic Leadership invites you to enhance your civic knowledge and connect through one or more of our events.

League of Women Voters Resource Table

• September 16th and 17th 
• SLC Park-space from 11am-1pm 
• Non-partisan voter awareness and registration resource information available  

Civic Education 101- Electoral College

• September 17th 
• SLC 408 from 11-12 
• Increase your civic knowledge in this interactive program with Dr. Angela Graves.
• Non-partisan voter awareness and registration resource information available  
• Light refreshments 

SUNY Virtual Dialogue: Our Freedom of Speech +the Perils of Misinformation 

• September 17th 4PM-6PM
• Virtual – Registration Required
  • Faculty and Students can find out more about this event and register by going SUNY’s Public Dialogue Invite
  • collaboratively explore and discuss the complexity of today’s media and information landscapes in relation to a commitment to our freedom of speech.

For questions related to any of the above programs, please contact Cyan Corwine at civicengagement@alfredstate.edu

Do you like to have fun? Do you like to dance? Do you want to burn a few calories at the same time? Join in on Zumba classes every Monday at 6pm in the Pioneer Studio (next to the fitness center). Classes are open to all students, faculty, and staff at Alfred State. 

For more information, contact Meghan Smith smithmm@alfredstate.edu or Campus Rec. See you at Zumba! 

The Fall Career Fair events are right around the corner  🤩 These events are not just for juniors and seniors, but for all students to learn about the opportunities for their career path, make professional connections, obtain a summer internship/job/full time position. 

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️ 9/25/24  🕛 12pm – 3pm [Orvis]-👉 118 Employers registered 

✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️10/16/24  🕛 12pm – 3pm [PSU Gym]-👉 94 Employers registered

Check out the list of employers attending on the Alfred State JobLink portal

• To help students prepare, we are offering: "Get Ready for the Career Fairs" workshop-🗓️ 9/17/24 🕛 12pm, [Small Events Space, SLC] (For our School of Applied Technology students-stop in to the 2nd floor of PSU to join us virtually!)
• Do your students need assistance with their resumes? Career Development offers the SkillsFirst platform, which has 600+ resume samples, along with a built in ChatGPT technology

Reach out to Maureen or Valerie-x4060 with questions

Campus Recreation is trying something new this year for E-bikes and Equipment on the weekends. Starting September 13th, we will have the following open hours where no reservation or request is needed to take out a bike or equipment:

Fridays 1-6 p.m. 

Saturdays 1-4 p.m. 

Sundays 1-4 p.m. 

E-bikes:

• you must be 18 years or older to utilize a bike
• Rentals are for 2-hour periods 
• Bikes are first come first serve as we have a limited amount. 
• They are unable to be given out in poor weather conditions (rain, snow, etc.) 
• To utilize on other days outside of open hours, please use the E-bike form on Pioneer Link

Equipment: 

• No reservation is needed during open hours. 
• Equipment can be signed out during normal business hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm as long as a staff member is in the office. No request needed. 
• Equipment needed for a specific date and time or special event. 
  • Contact SciannBL@alfredstate.edu or use the Equipment Request Form on Pioneer Link 

It's that time of year again where Campus Recreation is partnering with some FANTASTIC fitness instructors to bring you free Fitness Classes! Thats right.......FREE! 

Classes for September are on the following days and times in the Studio in Pioneer: 

Mondays: Zumba 6-7pm w/Meghan Smith 

Tuesdays: Line Dancing 5-6pm w/Nancy Furlong 

Wednesdays: REV+Flow 5-6pm w/Lynn Hayes  

The Studio is located to the right of the Fitness Center in Pioneer! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact SciannBL@alfredstate.edu . All classes are posted to Pioneer Link under Recreation!

Make sure you follow our Instagram (recreation_asc) and Facebook (Recreation.ASC) to see upcoming events, event highlights, and more! 

Hello Fellow Pioneers! For our football home games we will have a tailgating opportunity near Pioneer Stadium in Parking Lot 20. The Parking Lot will be open for tailgating 3 hours prior the start of a game. 

All the details and permitters regarding our tailgating policies can be found on our website: https://alfredstateathletics.com/sports/2024/8/12/football-tailgating-policy.aspx

Football home games at Pioneer Stadium are on the following days:

• September 7
• September 14
• October 5
• October 19
• November 2

Campus Recreation is trying something new this year for E-bikes and Equipment on the weekends. Starting September 13th, we will have the following open hours where no reservation or request is needed to take out a bike or equipment:

Fridays 1-6 p.m. 

Saturdays 1-4 p.m. 

Sundays 1-4 p.m. 

E-bikes:

• you must be 18 years or older to utilize a bike
• Rentals are for 2-hour periods 
• Bikes are first come first serve as we have a limited amount. 
• They are unable to be given out in poor weather conditions (rain, snow, etc.) 
• To utilize on other days outside of open hours, please use the E-bike form on Pioneer Link

Equipment: 

• Equipment can be signed out during normal business hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm as long as a staff member is in the office. 
• Equipment needed for a specific date and time. 
  • Contact SciannBL@alfredstate.edu or use the Equipment Request Form on Pioneer Link 

Employer registrations continue to roll in for our Fall Career Fair events! Many of our employer partners offer full time positions, summer jobs & internships to our students during fall recruitment. 

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️  9/25/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [Orvis]-👉 111 Employers registered 

✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️10/16/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [PSU Gym]-👉 87 Employers registered

Check out the list of employers attending!

Do your students need assistance with their resumes? Career Development offers the SkillsFirst platform, which has 600+ resume samples, along with ChatGPT technology. Faculty/Staff: if you would like a quick demo for your students, reach out to Maureen or Valerie-x4060

It's that time of year again where Campus Recreation is partnering with some FANTASTIC fitness instructors to bring you free Fitness Classes! Thats right.......FREE! 

Classes for September are on the following days and times in the Studio in Pioneer: 

Mondays: Zumba 6-7pm w/Meghan Smith 

Tuesdays: Line Dancing 5-6pm w/Nancy Furlong 

Wednesdays: REV+Flow 5-6pm w/Lynn Hayes  

The Studio is located to the right of the Fitness Center in Pioneer! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact SciannBL@alfredstate.edu . All classes are posted to Pioneer Link under Recreation!

Make sure you follow our Instagram (recreation_asc) and Facebook (Recreation.ASC) to see upcoming events, event highlights, and more! 

The Fall Career Fairs are set! We are anticipating 200+ employers on campus to recruit our talented students for full time positions, summer jobs & internships

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️  9/25/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [Orvis]-👉 104 Employers registered 

✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️10/16/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [PSU Gym]-👉 77 Employers registered

*New Employer: Nissha Medical Technologies, which recently received the “General Excellence” manufacturing award from Buffalo Business First. Serves as a trusted partner in the Design and Manufacturing of single use medical technologies. Nissha is a publicly traded multinational company.  Established in 1929, they have grown to over 5,000 employees globally. 

View this Link to see the complete listing of employers attending!

Questions-reach out to Maureen or Valerie-x4060

Want to become a UPD Student Ambassador

University Police is looking for students wishing to be proactively involved in our community while earning a wage. The duties may entail walking, and vehicle assistance, Stationary positions within the campus community, and safety walks. Providing information and directions.  Alerting police to hazards, medical emergencies, or other possible criminal activity. Will engage members of the community in conversations about safety.

We are looking for those willing to work between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. If you are interested, please contact Chief Jeff Wilcox at 607-587-3993 or email at wilcoxjp@alfredstate.edu

There will be a Disc Golf Course Grand Opening, this Friday August 23, 2024, from 1-3pm! With some great effort and hard work from many people, we now have an 18-hole course on campus! We will be hosting the gathering at the start of the course next to the parking lot that leads up to the softball field near Pioneer Stadium. Please look for the Yellow Flags! 

We hope you join us on Friday for some refreshments and a round of Disc Golf. We are very excited about this new wellness opportunity on campus! 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact SciannBL@alfredstate.edu 

Interested in getting your hands dirty in our Community Garden? Civic Leadership is partnering with our Community Garden Coordinator to help put some love into this valued communal space as we kickstart the semester. Come be part of the community of care and learn more about different growing seasons and how to be more involved in our community garden. 

Garden and Gazebo service project:

• When - Sunday, August 25th from 9-12
• Where – Alfred Community Garden (located at back of long driveway to the right of our Veterinary Technology building)
  • Need a lift? Civic Leadership will offer a shuttle down to the location on Sunday morning to volunteers if they email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu by 4pm on Friday, August 23rd to reserve a spot.
  • The location is walkable but a long walk, if you are interested in participating and do not have a car or ability to walk to the location, please email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu by 4pm on Friday so we can assist with getting you to and from the garden on Sunday morning.

Additional opportunities for connection will be offered in September. If you would like to found out how to get more involved with our Community Garden, please contact the garden Coordinator, Tom Kacalski, at kacalsTD@alfredstate.edu.

We’re excited to welcome our incoming students at the annual New Student Convocation (NSC) taking place this year on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at 11 a.m. in Orvis gymnasium. We ask all faculty and staff to join us for New Student Convocation and in our tradition of making the Alfred State “A” with the incoming class. This year we are unable to provide faculty and staff shirts, but we do ask you to wear the prior white New Student Convocation shirt from 2022. If you do not have it any longer or are new faculty/staff, please wear a white shirt.

Immediately following the NSC, faculty/staff and the students will walk up to the stadium together to proceed in taking the picture and enjoying lunch together during the Activities Fair from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Faculty and staff lunch tickets will be provided to those who participate and will be distributed as you enter the stadium.

We look forward to seeing you all there and giving the incoming class a warm welcome to Alfred State College. If you have any questions regarding New Student Convocation, please reach out to Calsey Bump, Bumpce@alfredstate.edu.  

You can view 2024's Week of Welcome brochure to understand what to expect for mandatory events this week! Schedule of Events 

As for co-curricular events, we're excited to host over 100 optional events this week! Please download CORQ to know what is happening on campus. There are many diverse options to choose from and you do not want to miss any opportunities. Plan each day's journey ahead of time and stay connected.

Advisors to Clubs/Orgs., please see important information that we have sent to our students regarding Week of Welcome.

The countdown to Week of Welcome is on! We have over 100+ events planned another year in a row, and we are excited that your clubs & organizations are actively involved. To confirm everything is all set, please ensure the following checklist items are completed, if it pertains to your event(s). 

• If there are purchasing/budgetary needs, please reach out to Tyler Ribble, ribblet@alfredstate.edu.
• If you need catering at your event, ensure it is requested. To do so, please email catering@alfredstate.edu if you haven’t already.
• If you need to request equipment for an event, please contact the Coordinator of Campus Recreation at Brooke Scianna, sciannbl@alfredstate.edu
• For any set up needs, please email shuttak@alfredstate.edu 
• All events must be tracked for attendance! 
  • At the conclusion of each event, please fill out an Excel sheet with the attendee’s student ID numbers, title of event, and club/organization that hosted it. 
  • Email the final Excel document to studentengagement@alfredstate.edu by Sunday, August 25 at 9 p.m. 
  • You will need to bring an electronic device to your event(s) to collect student information or you can bring a sign-in sheet and pens to then upload their information to the Excel after.
• We have made event flyers and will have them all posted to Pioneer Link for event promotion.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Week of Welcome, please contact Calsey Bump, bumpce@alfredstate.edu or Steven Edwards, edwards@alfredstate.edu. 

Thank you for your participation and collaboration in the Week of Welcome. 

Sincerely, 

The Office of Student Engagement 

Week of Welcome (WOW) will be held Monday, August 19-Sunday, August 25 with numerous academic and extra-curricular activities being hosted to engage and welcome our new students to Alfred State College! WOW is the perfect opportunity to connect with our new Pioneers outside of the classroom and offices while having fun on campus. It is our goal to have professionals come out to our events taking place to mingle with students, volunteer to assist with events, and help them feel at home during this transitional period. If you are interested in attending an event and/or volunteering, we are happy to connect with you to provide the specific details to find a time that fits your availability. Specifically, we encourage professionals to attend our New Student Carnival on Sunday, August 25 from 4PM-7PM, located on the spine of campus.

We look forward to working with you during WOW, please reach out to Calsey Bump at bumpce@alfredstate.edu if you would like to participate in a Week of Welcome event!

Are you looking to hire student employees? You can connect with both new and returning students during the upcoming job fair set for the Week of Welcome. Student employment is a great way for both new and returning students to get connected to our community, develop career readiness skills, and creates a sense of belonging.

✅Student Employment Job Fair -🗓️  8/23/24 ⏰11am – 1pm [Park Space, SLC]

The Fall Career Fairs are set! We are anticipating 200+ employers on campus to recruit our talented students for both full time positions & internships

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️  9/25/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [Orvis]-👉 81 Employers registered 

✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️10/16/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [PSU Gym]-👉 64 Employers registered

Questions-reach out to Maureen or Valerie-x4060

Greetings Pioneers!

We’re excited to welcome our incoming students to Alfred State College and host an interactive and engaging Week of Welcome (WOW)! 

During WOW, we are asking for clubs/organizations, athletic teams, and faculty/staff to assist with new student move-in during the following dates and times. If you are available and willing to volunteer your time please submit this survey by Wednesday, August 14 at 4 p.m.

Students, please note that if you would like to volunteer and need to move to campus early, you must submit the Move-In Date Change Request form on eRezLife. 

• Monday, August 19 (Only students who did not attend an Orientation will move-in – smaller population, spots are limited)
  • 12 p.m.- 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, August 20 (School of Arts and Sciences [SAS] and School of Architecture, Management, and Engineering Technology [SAMET] – students in these schools of study move-in)
  • 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 21 (School of Applied Technology [SAT] students move in)
  • 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Survey link: https://forms.office.com/r/jM59f8kg3w

Are you looking to hire student employees? You can connect with both new and returning students during the upcoming job fair set for the Week of Welcome. Student employment is a great way for both new and returning students to get connected to our community, develop career readiness skills, and creates a sense of belonging.

✅Student Employment Job Fair -🗓️  8/23/24 ⏰11am – 1pm [Park Space, SLC]

The Fall Career Fairs are set! We are anticipating 220+ employers on campus to recruit our talented students for both full time positions & internships

✅Alfred Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️  9/25/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [Orvis]

✅Wellsville Campus Fall Career Fair - 🗓️10/16/24  ⏰Noon – 3pm [PSU Gym]

Food Pantry Service: 

Students that are either living on campus or near campus this summer still have access to the Community Needs Hub Food Pantry resource!  Service will be offered on Thursdays only. 

To submit a request please complete our Summer 2024 Food Pantry Request form

• log-in with AState credentials. 
• Please note: due to limited staffing and access abilities requests will be filled on Thursday mornings and will be available for pick up on Thursday afternoons on the SLC 4th floor. 
• Requests received after Wednesday evening of each day will not be filled until the Following Thursday.  
• For any further questions, please contact Bee Williams at williara@alfredstate.edu.

Oasis Service:

Feeling stressed from the summer workload? Destress at the OASIS! 

• Summer hours are 1-5pm on Thursday afternoons. 
• Make sure you bring your phone to scan the QR code and sign in. 
• If you have any questions, please contact Bee Williams at williara@alfredstate.edu.

Send this to a student who you believe could have a positive influence among their fellow peers and be a leader in the Alfred State community. We believe the affirmation that comes from a professional who personally contacts and recommends a student will help reinforce confidence and give them someone to lean on when needed. 

RA's get leadership development, mentorship with professionals, soft skill development and a resume builder, opportunities to advance into paid positions, and getting their room paid for!

Use this link to apply: https://forms.office.com/r/jG8mncd84e

The application will be open throughout the summer and interviews will be conducted as necessary.

To qualify for the RA position, candidates must have a minimum 2.25 GPA and no current student conduct status.

If you have any other questions, please contact Residence Director, Patrick Defoe at DefoePJ@alfredstate.edu. If you have any questions after May 31st, please contact Residence Director, Tyler Richards at richartc@alfredstate.edu or contact the Office of Residential Services directly.

Accord’s Pop-Up Pantry initiative is coming to both our Wellsville and Alfred campuses! Please help spread the word. 

Interested in helping on a day of service?  Volunteers are greatly appreciated and are generally needed from 2-4:30 on distribution days. If you are interested in volunteering for either of the following dates, please email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu 

• Wellsville Campus - May 15th, 2024
• Alfred Campus – June 5th, 2024 

For those wishing to receive services, registration for distribution begins at 7am on the Monday prior to each distribution date.  To access the registration link, please visit www.accordcorp.org/pup 

Calling all clubs & organizations! Before you leave for your well deserved summer break, please ensure that you fill out the Week of Welcome & Homecoming/Family Weekend application by Friday, May 10 at 4PM. If we do not receive this form or communication, you will not be permitted to program during these events. In addition, this application does not guarantee you a spot, or guarantee the time you requested due to mandatory events during these large-scale programs. You will receive your decision by June 7, 2024. 

If you have any questions please email Calsey Bump at bumpce@alfredstate.edu or Steven Edwards at edwards@alfredstate.edu - enjoy your summer!

Do you have a stuff problem? Let us help you!!
Help yourself and help others by donating your unwanted stuff to our sustainability Mega Drive initiative!

Each residence hall will have collection hotspots near the RA Offices from Thursday, May 2 to Sunday, May 12

We are collecting almost anything that you don’t want to take home such as: 

• Non-perishable food that has not been opened and has not expired (No glass items please)
•  Used electronics - or e-waste (please mark working or not - please note that we can only accept working tech from faculty/staff at this time but we will help departing students with properly disposing of unusable tech/e-waste if needed)
• Clothing in a reusable condition
• Anything else that is reusable that someone else could benefit from.

MEGA-DRIVE is sponsored by Christian Fellowship, Center for Civic Leadership & Residential Life.

For more information or to set up a drop off larger items or donations outside of residential life, contact: Peter McClain, McClaiPM@alfredstate.edu or Cyan Corwine, corwincy@alfredstate.edu

Calling all clubs & organizations! Before you leave for your well deserved summer break, please ensure that you fill out the Week of Welcome & Homecoming/Family Weekend application by Friday, May 10 at 4PM. If we do not receive this form or communication, you will not be permitted to program during these events. In addition, this application does not guarantee you a spot, or guarantee the time you requested due to mandatory events during these large-scale programs. You will receive your decision by June 7, 2024. 

If you have any questions please email Calsey Bump at bumpce@alfredstate.edu or Steven Edwards at edwards@alfredstate.edu - enjoy your summer!

The Alfred State athletic department along with numerous volunteers from around campus are excited to welcome students from 13 different school districts to Pioneer Stadium this morning for the annual Special Olympics Track & Field Spectacular. Opening Ceremonies start at 9:45 a.m. and events are scheduled to run until 1 p.m.

It is a great day to walk up to the Pioneer Stadium to cheer on these young athletes. 

Last REV+FLOW class of the semester is this Thursday!! I challenge you to join us for the first time or the first time in a long time to take a break from end of the semester stress and demands on your time, mentally and physically. Take just an hour for yourself for this FREE class for students, faculty, staff, and community from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Experience what your body can do through functional mobility including strength, toning, balance, and flexibility. REV+FLOW is high intensity and low impact to an energizing playlist using light hand weights (optional) and yoga mats, which are provided at the Studio.

If you have questions, contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

Join us in the Mackenzie Commons on Monday, April 29th (3pm) as we celebrate the progress of a six-year renovation project serving more than 1100 students living in our Residence Halls.  The event will include remarks by President Mauro, Matthew Ryan (Residential Life) and four of our Architectural students (JoAnna Musacchio, Connor Weihoneig, Colin Thompson and John Snyder III), who have created concepts for the Mackenzie outdoor spaces.  The event will feature refreshments and a tour of the newest section of the renovation to open (“C” Tower).

Whiskers & Wags Pop Up Clinic

Join the senior Vet Tech students as we provide our services to the community. All proceeds go to the Hornell Humane Society. 

Friday, April 26th, 2024, at 12-4 pm

The pop up will be held at the Alfred State Vet Tech Center

Address: 199 N Main St. Alfred, NY 14802

To schedule an appointment, call the Hornell Humane Society (607) 324-1270

Services being provided include:

• Rabies vaccine: $15
•  
• Canine Distemper (DHPP) vaccine: $10
•  
• Feline Distemper (FVRCP) vaccine: $10
•  
• Nail trim: $10
•  
• Microchip: $20
•  
• Bundle (Distemper, microchip, nail trim): $30.

Disclaimers:

• Only providing services to cats and dogs.
• Please have your furry friends on a leash or in a carrier.
• This is a student run event, so we are unable to diagnose, treat, or prescribe during these appointments.
• Well-mannered and friendly pets welcome.
• Act fast limited spots available! Must book ahead, no walk-ins.

In celebration of Earth Day, the Center for Civic Leadership is hosting a series of events throughout the day on Monday, April 22nd in the SLC Small Events Space.

• 12:30-1:30pm – Viewing The True Cost, a documentary exploring both the human and environmental cost of clothing.
• 2-3:30pm – Viewing live stream of Verdant Views: Global Climate Stories. This webinar will feature some of the international Fellows in Cornell University’s Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship, providing insights into challenges they face in their home countries as they relate to climate change and the choices and actions they are making in response to the global climate crisis. 
• 5-6pm - Celebrating campus makers who have assembled outfits for our first ever Trashion fashion showcase. Those who create for the event are constructing items out of 90% post-consumer materials. From upcycled garments to cardboard creations we are looking forward to seeing what people have created in the spirit of sustainability as we foster awareness around consumer waste. 

Light refreshments, Earth Day / Environmental resources, and crafting opportunities will be available throughout the day’s events. 

Should you have any questions, please contact Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) 

The Track & Field Program will be hosting a meet on Friday April 19th. There will be a relay open to all clubs & teams on campus titled "The Fastest On Campus." There will be a Men's Race and a Women's Race with the winning teams being awarded Championship Belts. It is a $10 entry for the relay. Please contact Tim Giagios, Head XC/T&F Coach, at giagiotd@alfredstate.edu if you are interested in entering a relay.

The senior vet tech students have been hard at work researching animal diseases that don't have a treatment and theorizing a new drug for them. They will be presenting their work at a poster fair on Friday April 12 from 10-11:20am in the SLC Small Events Space. Visitors to the poster fair will have the opportunity to act as investors and "fund" the projects they like best. Come check out all their hard work!

The senior vet tech students have been hard at work researching animal diseases that don't have a treatment and theorizing a new drug for them. They will be presenting their work at a poster fair on Friday April 12 from 10-11:20am in the SLC Small Events Space. Visitors to the poster fair will have the opportunity to act as investors and "fund" the projects they like best. Come check out all their hard work!

We encourage our campus community to support the many initiatives our incredible students are spearheading from April 6th- April 14th (and beyond) as part of the Civic Leadership Spring into Action Campaign.  Below are just a few of the ways you can get involved or get the word out to help our Student Events be as successful as possible.

Saturday, April 6th 

• Delta Chi Omega will host their annual Project Prom Dress Extravaganza to help provide community members in need of gowns with a free dress in the SLC Small Events Space from 10-2 this Saturday, April 6th (special thanks to all our dress donors and to ACES for coming on board to provide light refreshments!). 
• Vet Tech Club will host a Not One More Vet (NOMV) Dog-Walk-a-Thon fundraiser beginning at 10AM at Campus stadium– bring your pup for a walk around campus (don’t forget those doggy poo bags) and donate $10 to a good cause while improving yours and your pet’s wellbeing! While last minute sign-ups are permitted, please pre-register by clicking here to help Vet Tech Club know what to expect on the day. Contact club advisors Kathleen Bliss or Meghan Smith for more details.

Sunday, April 7th 

• Greek Life and Athletics will be doing two separate town and campus clean-ups. 
  • Greeks generally meet at Community Bank at around 1pm, contact Greek Philanthropy Chair, Jocelyn Chametzky (chametj@alfredstate.edu) for more details. 
• Athletics will be coordinating efforts from 5-7pm on Sunday to support clean up across campus, village side streets, and an Alfred Station location.  Contact Civic Leadership and Athletic service lead, Adriana Gill (gillad@alfredstate.edu) for more information.

Week-long Fundraising Initiatives

• Rainbow Union leadership suite (SLC 410), will be hosting a food-safe certified back sale in SLC Park Space from Monday April 8th  – Thursday April 11th from 2-6, fundraising for the Trevor Project (contact club president El Rienhardt (rienhalm@alfredstate.edu) for more details
• Jennifer Ross (RossJN@alfredstate.edu)  and her Nutrition Class are doing a Stearns Chicken BBQ fundraiser to support campus food security initiatives in partnership with Civic Leadership. Tickets are pre-sale throughout the week of April 8th and meals are $10 a piece and will be served out of their classroom on Monday, April 15th and Thursday, April 18th. Class representatives are canvasing campuses to sell tickets, but if you have not seen them and want to purchase, please contact Jennifer Ross directly.
• Performing Arts (SLC 305) will be tabling in the SLC all week to not only promote tickets for their show but to fundraise for their philanthropy, Mary Cariola Center

Saturday, April 13th

• Join our Wellsville Campus Student Affairs Coordinator, Justin Cornelius (CornelJT@alfredstate.edu) to take part in Wellsville Chamber of Commerce village clean up initiative from 10-2pm.  The Chamber has requested that we have a rough estimate of how many members campus community members will be joining so please email Justin directly, if you would like to sign up so we can coordinate and supply extra clean-up equipment!

Sunday, April 14th 

• Join Various Leadership Suites and Greeks for the revival of Relay for Life to fight against cancer! $15 registration fee and a full day (12-8) of activities planned in Orvis Gymnasium. Register here or contact Jacob Thom at thomje@alfredstate.edu for more information!

Month-long Fundraising Initiatives

• Pi Nu Epsilon leadership suite (SLC 307) is hosting a clothing/domestic shelter basic needs drive to support ACCORD throughout the month of April. Please contact Bee Williams (williara@alfredstate.edu) for more details regarding needs and ways to get involved.
• Criminal Justice Club (SLC 411) & Student Senate (SLC 304) are partnering once again with UP and Civic Leadership to bring back the Food-for-Fine-Forgiveness program throughout the month of April. Students can drop off $10 of non-perishable food in exchange for one parking fine reduction to either of these leadership suites during the month of April. Only one fine reduction per person. Food benefits wider campus community.
• Vet Tech club leadership suite (SLC 316), invites you to donate to the Allegany County SPCA Paws for a Cause event throughout the month of April. It costs just $1 per paw, which get proudly displayed with the name of your choice in the SLC window all month. If the club reaches $500, SPCA has a donor identified that will match that, doubling our impact!

These are just some of the amazing ways our students are leading the way with service this Global Volunteer Month. Please get out and support them in their efforts as we Spring into Action and nurture our caring community! If you have another event that you would like to lead during the month, please do not hesitate to reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) 

We encourage our campus community to support the many initiatives our incredible students are spearheading from April 6th- April 14th (and beyond) as part of the Civic Leadership Spring into Action Campaign.  Below are just a few of the ways you can get involved or get the word out to help our Student Events be as successful as possible.

Saturday, April 6th 

• Delta Chi Omega will host their annual Project Prom Dress Extravaganza to help provide community members in need of gowns with a free dress in the SLC Small Events Space from 10-2 this Saturday, April 6th (special thanks to all our dress donors and to ACES for coming on board to provide light refreshments!). 
• Vet Tech Club will host a Not One More Vet (NOMV) Dog-Walk-a-Thon fundraiser beginning at 10AM at Campus stadium– bring your pup for a walk around campus (don’t forget those doggy poo bags) and donate $10 to a good cause while improving yours and your pet’s wellbeing! While last minute sign-ups are permitted, please pre-register by clicking here to help Vet Tech Club know what to expect on the day. Contact club advisors Kathleen Bliss or Meghan Smith for more details.

Sunday, April 7th 

• Greek Life and Athletics will be doing two separate town and campus clean-ups. 
  • Greeks generally meet at Community Bank at around 1pm, contact Greek Philanthropy Chair, Jocelyn Chametzky (chametj@alfredstate.edu) for more details. 
• Athletics will be coordinating efforts from 5-7pm on Sunday to support clean up across campus, village side streets, and an Alfred Station location.  Contact Civic Leadership and Athletic service lead, Adriana Gill (gillad@alfredstate.edu) for more information.

Week-long Fundraising Initiatives

• Rainbow Union leadership suite (SLC 410), will be hosting a food-safe certified bake sale in SLC Park Space from Monday April 8th  – Thursday April 11th from 2-6, fundraising for the Trevor Project (contact club president El Rienhardt (rienhalm@alfredstate.edu) for more details
• Jennifer Ross (RossJN@alfredstate.edu)  and her Nutrition Class are doing a Stearns Chicken BBQ fundraiser to support campus food security initiatives in partnership with Civic Leadership. Tickets are pre-sale throughout the week of April 8th and meals are $10 a piece and will be served out of their classroom on Monday, April 15th and Thursday, April 18th. Class representatives are canvasing campuses to sell tickets, but if you have not seen them and want to purchase, please contact Jennifer Ross directly.
• Performing Arts (SLC 305) will be tabling in the SLC all week to not only promote tickets for their show but to fundraise for their philanthropy, Mary Cariola Center

Thursday, April 11th

• AIAS/STAR leadership suite (SLC 315) will have a table in SLC park space from 2-4pm to highlight all the community projects they have been involved with over the semester. Learn a bit more about what they do and how they make positive contributions to our wider community.
• Civic Leadership and NSLS will live stream the Ignite Social Impact virtual summit Thursday, April 11th from 9:45AM - 4:30 and Friday, April 12th from 9:45-10:45 out of SLC 314! Check out the virtual line up at above link and drop in for any sessions that you are interested in (space is limited and will be first come/first serve). In addition, both organizations will be supporting the bring your kiddos to work day initiative and hosting a session centered around sustainability with attendees.

Saturday, April 13th

• Join our Wellsville Campus Student Affairs Coordinator, Justin Cornelius (CornelJT@alfredstate.edu) to take part in Wellsville Chamber of Commerce village clean up initiative from 10-2pm.  The Chamber has requested that we have a rough estimate of how many members campus community members will be joining so please email Justin directly, if you would like to sign up so we can coordinate and supply extra clean-up equipment!

Sunday, April 14th 

• Join Various Leadership Suites and Greeks for the revival of Relay for Life to fight against cancer! $15 registration fee and a full day (12-8) of activities planned in Orvis Gymnasium. Register here or contact Jacob Thom at thomje@alfredstate.edu for more information!

Month-long Fundraising Initiatives

• Pi Nu Epsilon leadership suite (SLC 307) is hosting a clothing/domestic shelter basic needs drive to support ACCORD throughout the month of April. Please contact Bee Williams (williara@alfredstate.edu) for more details regarding needs and ways to get involved.
• Criminal Justice Club (SLC 411) & Student Senate (SLC 304) are partnering once again with UP and Civic Leadership to bring back the Food-for-Fine-Forgiveness program throughout the month of April. Students can drop off $10 of non-perishable food in exchange for one parking fine reduction to either of these leadership suites during the month of April. Only one fine reduction per person. Food benefits wider campus community.
• Vet Tech club leadership suite (SLC 316), invites you to donate to the Allegany County SPCA Paws for a Cause event throughout the month of April. It costs just $1 per paw, which get proudly displayed with the name of your choice in the SLC window all month. If the club reaches $500, SPCA has a donor identified that will match that, doubling our impact!

These are just some of the amazing ways our students are leading the way with service this Global Volunteer Month. Please get out and support them in their efforts as we Spring into Action and nurture our caring community! If you have another event that you would like to lead during the month, please do not hesitate to reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu) 

Calling all creatives and environmental advocates. The Center for Civic Leadership is preparing for an action-packed Earth Day celebration (April 22nd) and this year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics. 

In our effort to call awareness to two big Earth Day initiatives, plastic pollution and Fast Fashion we invite our campus community to sign up to create a Trash to Fashion look to showcase as part of our days events. We have a few different categories you can enter under, and we will have prizes awarded for crowd favorite, creativity, and most impactful environmental message. 

Interested in designing a piece for the Trash to Fashion Showcase? Register here!

Pi Rho Zeta is thrilled to announce an evening of strikes, spares, and fun! Join us for our Bowling Fundraiser on Saturday, April 6th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the renowned Maple City Bowling in Hornell.

Ticket Details:

• Price: $25 per person
• Includes: An hour of bowling and shoe rentals

 Tickets: Grab your tickets early to secure your spot! Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, or can be reserved by reaching out Cerenzms1@alfredstate.edu.

We can't wait to see you there! For more information, please contact Michael Cerenzio (Cerenzms1@alfredstate.edu).

See you at the lanes!

"We love coming to this event and get great results from the students we hire"-feedback we received from one of our Employer partners at the Wellsville Spring Career Fair on March 27. Approximately 585 students along with faculty attended to interact with 125 employers.  Thank you to all of the Wellsville faculty and staff for working so hard with Valerie and I to have such a successful event for our talented students and their future career paths!

123 Employers will be recruiting our talented Wellsville students at the Wellsville Spring Career Fair today, Wednesday March 27, 12pm, PSU Building.  An alum that is employed with Georgia-Pacific will be attending.  Georgia-Pacific is an American pulp and paper company based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of tissue, pulp, and paper towel dispensers, packaging, building products and related chemicals, and other forest products.

It is that time of the year again where E-Bikes are available to use free of charge! Please see below for information regarding the bikes. 

You must be 18 years or older to utilize the E-Bikes

Here is the reservation link for the bikes: https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/submitter/form/start/554262 

• This form can be found on the Recreation Pioneer Link Page, or you can scan the QR codes around the SLC. 

All reservations requests must be submitted a minimum of one business day before your reservation time. All bikes being requested for the weekend must be requested by 3:30pm on Friday.

• This is to make sure that we have staff available to hand out bikes.

Operational Policies: Operational time is 11am-7pm Monday-Friday and 10am-5pm Saturday-Sunday - 2 hour maximum!

• Last reservations are 5pm M-F and 3pm Saturday/Sunday for two-hour periods. No bikes should travel further than the Dollar General in Alfred. Please follow the rules of the road. 

Helmets and safety training are provided before departure. Helmets must be worn at all times when utilizing the bike. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email SciannBL@alfredstate.edu 

What does it mean to be an active or engaged citizen?  The Center for Civic Leadership is partnering with Dr. Mark Bloxsom (Chair, Business Department) for an interactive program and dialogue exploring voice, values, community, and the ways we do and don’t show up for ourselves and one another. Please join us!

• When: Wednesday, March 27th
• Time: 5-6pm
• Where: SLC Small Events Space (310)

Light refreshments and voter registration materials provided. Questions regarding this program or faculty requests for tracked extra credit can be emailed to corwincy@alfredstate.edu 

The Center for Civic Leadership is partnering with Student Success and Academic Advising in a two-part series exploring personal insights, learning journeys, majors, and career paths. The mini-series has been set up with first year and undeclared students in mind, but the planned activities and discussion points are beneficial for all.

Mini-Series Dates/Details

Connect and Reflect Exploration Night

• Date/Time- Monday, March 25th 5:30-6:30 pm 
• Location - SLC Small Events Space (310) 
• Topic: Engaging activities to broaden self-awareness and how our unique personality traits can aid us in our learning and professional development.

Connect and Reflect Majors Panel

• Date/Time – April 1st from 5-6 pm  
• Location – SLC Small Events Space (310)
• Topic: Join peer mentors as they share how they navigated their own learning journey while cultivating a clearer sense of self while developing personal capacity to work across difference and refine their unique professional path and leadership style.

123 Employers will be recruiting our talented Wellsville students at the Wellsville Spring Career Fair this Wednesday March 27, 12pm, PSU Building.  An alum that is employed with Georgia-Pacific will be attending.  Georgia-Pacific is an American pulp and paper company based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of tissue, pulp, and paper towel dispensers, packaging, building products and related chemicals, and other forest products.

The Alfred State Logging Sports Team will be hosting their annual Pioneer Games this Saturday (3/23/24) from 8:30am-2:30pm at the Alfred State College Farm Arena. Come out and support the team in all of their events! 

Events include the following:

Singles: 

• Cookie Stack
• Super Swede
• Axe Throw 
• Triathlon
• Stock Saw 
• Single Buck 

Doubles: 

• Crosscut
• Fire Build 
• H-Chop 

Team Events: 

• Crosscut 
• Bow Sawing 
• Pulp Toss
• Log Roll 
• Pack Board

Bring your dancing shoes! 

The Office of Student Engagement will be hosting a Line Dancing Night in the Pioneer Lounge this Saturday (3/23/24) from 8-11pm. There will be free food and a live performance by Refuge Rock and Country. We hope to see you and your families there! 

Refuge is a band located out of Erie, PA. They play many shows and have even opened for Dan and Shay! You don't want to miss it! 

Here is a link to one of their performances: https://youtu.be/06anRSzOa-A