Blue & Gold Today

Calling all Alfred State alumni on campus! Registration for Alumni Reunion 2026 is LIVE! Join us as we celebrate Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, and milestone reunion classes: 1966, 1976, 2001, and 2016.

Reconnect with former classmates, colleagues, and fellow Pioneers for a weekend of celebration, networking, and campus pride.

View the full schedule and register HERE

We hope to see many of our faculty and staff alumni back on campus this June! 💙💛

Thank you to our faculty and staff who support Alfred State through Accentuate Alfred payroll deduction giving. Your ongoing contributions make a meaningful difference for our students and campus every day.

As a token of our appreciation, Accentuate Alfred donors are invited to a special Alumni & Donor Appreciation Brunch during Alumni Reunion Weekend:

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Lake Lodge | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To RSVP by May 15, contact:
Sandra Burdick
607-587-3931 | BurdicSL@alfredstate.edu

Not yet part of Accentuate Alfred? Faculty and staff can join at any time through simple payroll deduction, an easy way to make a lasting impact. CLICK HERE for the Accentuate Alfred Form

We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the impact of giving back!

This week’s BONUS class on Tuesday, April 28th is REV+FLOW! It’s strength, toning, balance, and flexibility with functional mobility moves! Bring your sneakers and a water bottle! Yoga mats and light hand weights are provided! Join us in Shults Hall studio at 6 pm.

Wellness Wednesday group fitness classes also meet for the final time this semester. REV+FLOW at 5 pm and REFIT at 6 pm.

Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu for more information.

This week’s BONUS class on Tuesday, April 21st is REFIT! It’s a workout you can feel good about! With powerful moves and positive music, it is an inspiring workout that changes your body, mind, and soul. This cardio-focused class is effective and FUN - perfect for beginners and challenging for fitness enthusiasts! This means it's a workout deigned for everyBODY! Bring your sneakers and a water bottle! Join us in Shults Hall studio at 6 pm following Line Dancing at 5 pm.

Wellness Wednesday group fitness classes meet this week. REV+FLOW at 5 pm and REFIT at 6 pm.

Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu for more information.

Spring is a season of momentum at Alfred State. Students are putting ideas into action and gaining hands-on experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

The Pioneer Fund provides flexible support for opportunities that directly enhance the student experience. From initiatives like the Great Race to the Community Garden, these programs help students build confidence, leadership skills, and real-world experience.

As members of the Alfred State community, you see this impact every day. If you’re able, consider making a gift to support these meaningful opportunities for our students.

Make your spring gift today and help our Pioneers grow.

Thank you for all you do to support Alfred State students, inside and outside the classroom.

Become one of Big Blue's Super Friends!

To all faculty and staff members,

Did you know that currently over 100 faculty & staff members give a portion of their paycheck each pay period to Accentuate Alfred? This support truly makes them super hero's!  

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

We are inviting you to become one of Big Blue's Super friends!

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Be on the look out this semester for Super Big Blue thanking those that already give to Accentuate Alfred for being Big Blue's Super Friends!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

On Thursday, 3/19, the Alumni Office will be at the Women’s Lacrosse Pioneer Cup game hosted at Alfred University. The game starts at 5:30PM.

Stop by our table on your way into the game to pick up some Alfred State swag and show your Pioneer pride! 

There will also be a drawing for faculty & staff as well as alumni attending the game.

Meet our Alumni Office team at the game: student staff members Youssef Moursy and Randall Wilson will be on hand to greet you and hand out swag!

GO PIONEERS!

Do you know an alumnus or alumna who has made a meaningful difference in their community and/or profession and is a positive reflection of Alfred State? 

We invite you to nominate them for our Distinguished Alumni Award or Outstanding Young Alumni Award, which will be presented *** during reunion weekend, June 12 & 13 ****. For the Outstanding Young Alumni Award, nominees must be within 10 years of graduating.

Please follow this link to submit a recommendation by Monday March 16th

On behalf of Alumni Relations, thank you to all the faculty and staff who came out to support the Pioneer Cup Men’s Lacrosse game at Pioneer Stadium. Your energy and Pioneer pride helped make it a great event!

Congratulations to Rich Carlson, winner of the Faculty/Staff Blue & Gold Swag Bag! 🎉

We appreciate your continued support and school spirit — GO PIONEERS!

As part of the ongoing Pioneer Cup rivalry between Alfred State and Alfred University, stop by the Men’s Lacrosse game (Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 4 p.m.) at Pioneer Stadium!

Sandra Burdick, Associate Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, will be inside the stadium gates near the gazebo before the game handing out blue & gold swag.

🎉 Special prize drawings for:

• Alumni
• Faculty & Staff

Be sure to stop by on your way into the game and show your Pioneer pride!

GO PIONEERS!

PLEASE remind students to log in to Scholarship Universe!

Here is a 30-second quick pitch you can share in your classrooms or even in the hallway:

Alfred State has a new scholarship platform called Scholarship Universe. It’s the one place where students can be matched with both internal and external scholarships.

5 Things to Know:

1. When students log in, they’ll land on a dashboard. To unlock scholarships, the most important step is answering the matching questions — they can click the green bar with the dollar signs at the top or the “Questions” tab on the left.
2. As students answer questions, the system automatically matches them with scholarships they may qualify for. Matches can be viewed under the “Scholarships” tab on the left toolbar. Scholarships are labeled as Match, Partial Match, or Non-Match.
3. Students can see application-based scholarships under the “Applications” tab, including a section for ones that are “Ready to Start.”
4. If documents are required, students can upload everything directly under the “My Docs” tab.
5. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s absolutely worth it — scholarships are open NOW, so students should log in and get started.

👉 https://alfredstate.scholarshipuniverse.com

Questions?
AlfredStateScholarships@alfredstate.edu
Or contact Mary Perkins or Chris Vernam

Alfred State is more than a place we work, it’s a community built on care, commitment, and a shared belief in our students. Accentuate Alfred is a heartfelt way for faculty and staff to give back to the college that gives so much to all of us.

Accentuate Alfred is a bi-weekly payroll deduction program that allows employees to support Alfred State in a way that’s simple, flexible, and meaningful. No matter the amount, each contribution adds up to real impact, helping strengthen programs, opportunities, and experiences that make a difference across campus.

When you participate, you become one of Big Blue’s Super Heroes, stepping up to support our students and our community in a powerful way. As a small thank-you, participants receive a Big Blue Super Hero door hanger to proudly display and show their support for Alfred State.

Giving through Accentuate Alfred is completely voluntary, and every gift tells a story of pride, generosity, and belief in our shared mission.

If you’d like to join your colleagues and become a Big Blue Super Hero, please complete the Accentuate Alfred payroll deduction form at the link below:

ACCENTUATE ALFRED

Thank you for all that you do, and for continuing to help make Alfred State a place where generosity, pride, and Big Blue spirit shine bright. 

We have officially integrated our private donor scholarships within Scholarship Universe! With this database being a centralized scholarship platform, it is designed to make the scholarship process simpler, faster, and more efficient for everyone.

✨ Why this matters:
Scholarship Universe significantly reduces manual work, streamlines the review process, and helps ensure students are matched with scholarships they actually qualify for, all in one place!

As students return to the classroom, we kindly ask for your help in spreading the word by encouraging them to log in and complete their matching questions.

https://alfredstate.scholarshipuniverse.com

📌 Important to know:
In order for students to be matched with internal and external scholarships for the upcoming academic year, they must answer the matching questions within Scholarship Universe. If those questions aren’t completed, students won’t appear as eligible applicants during the review process.

As shared in our previous announcement, once we have fully learned and tested the system, we will offer training sessions at various times and days to walk faculty and staff through the scholarship review and selection process. Our goal is to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident using this new tool before diving in.

Your encouragement will help students take full advantage of this system—and will ultimately save everyone time down the road. Thank you for helping us launch this exciting new tool!

Questions or curious to learn more? We’re happy to help!

Mary Perkins | 607-587-3932
Chris Vernam | 607-587-3965
AlfredStateScholarships@alfredstate.edu 

Alfred State has always been more than a place to work or study, It’s a shared experience. On January 22, we invite you to step away from your daily routine and join fellow alumni from the local area for an evening focused on reconnecting, reminiscing, and building new alumni connections.

This gathering is part of an effort to launch a local hometown alumni chapter, bringing together alumni from all walks of life, not just those currently working on campus. As faculty and staff alumni and friends, your presence helps bridge generations and experiences, creating meaningful conversations and connections across our alumni community.

Event Details
📅 Thursday, January 22
⏰ 5:30 -7:30 PM
📍 The Collegiate (formerly The Jet)
💲 $10 per person
(Includes snacks, sodas, coffee, dessert, and a guided tour)

Formerly known as The Jet, the Collegiate is now Alfred State’s hands-on learning Collegiate, offering students real-world experience in hospitality. This event is a chance to revisit a familiar space, see its new purpose, and share stories with alumni whose paths may look very different from your own.

Most importantly, this is a relaxed, social evening and an opportunity to connect with alumni outside of the workplace, exchange ideas, and help shape future alumni gatherings in our area.

We encourage you to attend, engage, and help welcome fellow alumni as we take the first steps toward building a hometown alumni chapter.

👉  REGISTER HERE!

We hope to see you there.

Dear Faculty and Staff,

We are excited to share that Alfred State has adopted a new scholarship management system: Scholarship Universe by Ellucian. This powerful tool not only helps our institution streamline scholarship processes but also gives students access to a wide range of external scholarship opportunities.

Currently, any accepted or enrolled student can log in at https://alfredstate.scholarshipuniverse.com to explore and apply for external scholarships they may qualify for. Please encourage your students to check it out as they head home for break. If students have any questions, please direct them to use the email: AlfredStateScholarships@alfredstate.edu

As for Alfred State campus scholarships, we are working diligently to integrate them into the system. Once this setup is complete, we will schedule training sessions at various times and days for departments and reviewers to guide you through the new process which will be consistent with the scholarship timeline that we have used at Alfred State.

Thank you for your patience and support as we implement these exciting changes, and please don't hesitate to reach out to Chris Vernam and/or Mary Perkins with any questions.

We hope you have a magical holiday season! 🎄

Encourage Your Students to Get Involved – STAT Meeting
Thursday, November 13 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | SLC Small Event Space (Room 310)

Do you know a student who’s looking to get more involved on campus, build leadership skills, and make meaningful connections with Alfred State alumni? Encourage them to attend the Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT) meeting!

STAT helps students celebrate Pioneer pride, build traditions, and understand the lifelong value of staying connected to Alfred State. It’s a great opportunity for students interested in leadership, networking, and campus engagement.

Attendees will enjoy Perry’s Ice Cream, founded by Brian Perry ’85, an Alfred State alumnus who remains actively connected to and supportive of the college. While Brian will not be in attendance, his continued involvement reminds us of the powerful bond between our students and alumni community.

Please help spread the word by referring students who would be a great fit for this organization!

Thursday, November 13 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | SLC Room 310 (Small Event Space)

Hosted by the Office of Institutional Advancement and Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT)

Thursday, November 6 is Alfred State’s annual Day of Giving, a day to celebrate Pioneer pride, spirit, and generosity!

Faculty and staff are invited to join our students in the Student Leadership Center (SLC) between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for free popcorn and cotton candy, a photo booth, yard games, and club and organization activities. Don’t forget to sign our Donor Thank-You Board to celebrate the generosity that makes many of our scholarships and campus improvements possible!

At the Wellsville Campus, stop by the dining area at lunchtime to cheer on students as they play the Trivia Trike and sign the donor board. (Faculty and staff are welcome to join in the fun, but prizes are for students only.)

Special Giveaway!
Every gift, big or small makes a difference. All Alfred State employees who make a Day of Giving gift using the link below will be entered into a drawing to win an Alfred State hoodie!
👉 Make your Day of Giving gift here.

Let’s celebrate together and show what it means to be a Proud Pioneer!

#PioneerPride #DayOfGiving

We have so many ways to provide support for our students and today would be a great day to be a part of their journey at Alfred State College- Take a look at a few "fundraising" options you have to show your Pioneer Pride!  Crowdfunding 25/26 

I know that they would be so Grateful for your support! 

All week, we are celebrating our First Generation Students leading toward the National First Generation College Celebration Day of Celebration (annually on 11-8).  Tomorrow is the Day of Giving!  Please consider supporting our new First Gen initiaitve: Pioneers Go First.  Your support will benefit our students in multiple ways including supporting academic resources including textbooks, sponsor resource-based educational programs and events that aim to boost first gen student success, or the membership and honor cords for those first gen students being inducted into the Tri-Alpha first generation academic honor society.   Maybe you too were a first generation student?  Help be part of our investment into the new initiative that celebrates over a quarter of our students.  Link: Alfred State College Development Fund Inc

It is time to think about decorating for the Holidays! Order a beautiful red poinsettia to support Chi Alpha Epsilon (XAE) - the EOP Honor Society. They will be available in two sizes this year - small 4 inch ($10) and the traditional 6 inch ($15). For outdoor decorating, consider a deluxe wreath ($35) with your choice of red or burgundy ribbon!!! This fundraiser will cover the Induction packets for our Spring 2026 Inductees! The sale runs from Monday, November 3rd through Monday, November 17th. Pick up or arranged delivery will take place starting Tuesday, December 2nd. There will be links for both poinsettias and wreaths starting on November 3rd, so make sure to check Announcements next week! Look for an XAE table in the SLC over the lunch hour a few days each of the weeks of the sale for in person orders by cash or check. Questions? Contact Lynn Hayes at 607-587-4128 or at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu or find me in the EOP Lab SDC 252. 

Institutional Advancement and the Development Fund would like to remind you that all forms and policies related to the use of the Development Fund are available on the NEW and Amazing Faculty and Staff portal, under the Institutional Advancement section.

Before making any purchases or deposits to the Development Fund, please review the ASCDF Purchasing Policy. Fund managers are responsible for adhering to the policy guidelines and maintaining awareness of the funds entrusted to them in what purchases/deposits are being made.

For fund balance requests or check payments (please make sure you are using a check request form), email ascdf@alfredstate.edu.

Please join us as we launch the largest comprehensive campaign in Alfred State College History!

Our new campaign, Unleashing Potential, has already achieved historic success, and we are excited to celebrate your philanthropy, support and all we are accomplishing together to continue the momentum for completion of our ambitious campaign goal.

Friday, Sept. 19 | 4 - 7 p.m.
Student Leadership Center, Alfred State Main Campus
10 Upper College Dr., Alfred, NY 14802
Please RSVP by Wed. Sept 10th
AlfredState.edu/kickoff-registration OR email to IA@alfredstate.edu 

Rev your engines and join us at Alfred State's Homecoming Car Show! Taking place during Saturday’s tailgate, this exciting event will feature a wide variety of vehicles - from vintage treasures to modern muscle.

🎉 $1,000 in Cash Prizes!
Sponsored by Perks Auto (Almond, NY) The Old Mill Inn (Alfred, NY) and Van's Alignment Service (Canisteo, NY)

🚗Car Show Details:

• Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
• Location: Parking Lot 20A (near Pioneer Stadium)
• Check-in Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM
• Show Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
• Game Time: 6:00 PM kickoff vs. Buffalo State
• Winner Announcement: Halftime of the game

💵 Entry Fees:

• Community/Non-Student Entry: $30 per car
  • Includes one BBQ meal and one football game ticket
• Alfred State Student Entry: FREE

📝 Pre-registration is required by Friday, September 12, 2025
👉 Register here: https://www.alfredstate.edu/HFW

To all faculty and staff members,

Did you know that currently close to 100 faculty & staff members give a portion of their paycheck each pay period to Accentuate Alfred? This support truly makes them super hero's!  

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

We are inviting you to become one of Big Blue's Super friends!

If you enroll in Accentuate Alfred, or increase your current donation by Friday, September 5th, the IA office will be drawing one name of a faculty/ staff member to win a $25 gift certificate to a local restaurant as a thank you for your support to the college!

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you again for your attention and thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

You're warmly invited to a meaningful milestone—the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Truck and Diesel Building Expansion!

Join us as we take this exciting next step forward on Monday, May 5 at 2:00 PM, on the lawn just outside the Truck and Diesel Building on our Wellsville campus.

This special event marks the beginning of a new chapter, and we’d love for you to be part of the celebration. Light refreshments will be served as we gather to honor the growth, progress, and bright future ahead!

Honor a graduate by leaving their permanent mark on Alfred State.

Faculty and staff, celebrate the achievements of a graduating student by purchasing a commemorative brick in their honor! Engraved bricks are a meaningful way to recognize their hard work and create a lasting tribute on campus.

🔹 Personalized with their name
🔹 Placed in a special location on campus
🔹 A gift they’ll treasure for years to come

Show your support and appreciation for their journey—order a brick today!

See our website for more info or call us at 607-587-3931. Please note the deadline to order your brick and have it in place by Commencement 2025 is Friday, April 18th at 4PM.

- THE OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS –

Alfred State Dance Team presents our SPRING SHOWCASE on Saturday, March 29th in Orvis Auditorium! Seating begins at 6:00 pm and the Performance starts at 6:15 pm. At our Intermission, refreshments will be provided by ACES including cookies, brownies, and sweet iced tea. Purchase tickets at the door. Cash Only! Ticket prices are $3 for students and $7 for general admission. Welcome SPRING with us! See you there!

The Office of Institutional Advancement is pleased to announce that Lynn Brennan White, the new Production Manager for Marketing & Communications, is the winner of a $25 gift card to N'Dulge Cakes & Pastries! As a new staff member, Lynn chose to support Accentuate Alfred by contributing an amount from each paycheck back to the Alfred State Community.

Thank you to all of our new and returning participants in this program—your generosity truly makes a difference in the continued growth of our campus year after year.

Congratulations again, Lynn!

Hello all,

In the past few weeks, nine faculty and staff members enrolled or increased their support through Accentuate Alfred. 

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

This Friday, February 14, the IA office will be drawing one name of a faculty/ staff member who has enrolled or increased their support to accentuate Alfred since spring opening remarks. A $25 gift certificate to N’Dulge would be a perfect gift for your Valentine! We offer this very sweet treat as a thank you for your support to the college.

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you again for your attention and thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

Hello again,

In the past two weeks, seven faculty and staff members enrolled or increased their support through Accentuate Alfred. 

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

On Friday, February 14 the IA office will be drawing one name of a faculty/ staff member who has enrolled or increased their support to accentuate Alfred since spring opening remarks. A $25 gift certificate to N’Dulge Cakes & Pasties would be a perfect gift for your Valentine! We offer this very sweet treat as a thank you for your support to the college.

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online, click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you again for your attention and thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

Do you know an alumni that has made a difference within their community and/or profession that is a positive reflection of Alfred State? We want to recognize them with our Distinguished and Outstanding Young Alumni Awards at Honor's Convocation! For the Outstanding Young Alumni award we are looking for an alumni that is within 10 years of graduating. Please submit a letter of recommendation to alumni@alfredstate.edu with their accomplishments by Friday February 7th. 

Hello again,

In the past two weeks, seven faculty and staff members enrolled or increased their support through Accentuate Alfred. 

Accentuate Alfred provides critical resources enhancing our students’ educational experiences, from scholarships and state-of-the-art learning tools to funding for student activities and campus improvements. Every dollar contributed goes toward ensuring our students have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

On Friday, February 14 the IA office will be drawing  one name of a faculty staff member who has enrolled or increased their support to accentuate Alfred since spring opening remarks. A $25 gift certificate to N’Dulge Cakes & Pasties would be a perfect gift for your Valentine! We offer this very sweet treat as a thank you for your support to the college.

To make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift through online click Accentuate Alfred. 

Thank you again for your attention and thank you to those who have decided to join us so far. I'm excited to build a brighter future together!

Sincerely,

John P. Lewis, '01
Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations
Alfred State College
LewisJP@alfredstate.edu
607-587-3923

Dear Faculty and Staff,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

Fall 2024 Alumni Magazine

Inside the magazine check out some of the following stories:  

• Read about the family ties between Timothy Harris, '77, his family, and Alfred State 
• Learn about how alumni and friends have supporting the college for the future
• Read the Pioneer PROfiles of a trio of current and a trio of young alumni representing each of the college's three schools.
• Learn more about how to connect to local alumni in your area.  
• Meet Associate Professor and Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology Department Chair Aric Bryant, '06.
• Check out the latest college, school, and athletic news  
• Learn more about how to get involved in alumni event and see gifts in action around campus.
• Connect with fellow alum by reading the class notes.  

Dear Alfred State College Faculty and Staff,

On Monday, Nov. 25, we will send out a brief online questionnaire for your feedback on potential fundraising initiatives for our college. Your input is invaluable, and to thank you for your time, we’re offering some exciting rewards!

• One lucky participant will win an Alfred State College sweatshirt
• The department with the highest participation will earn a well-deserved pizza party

The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete, and the deadline to submit it is Dec. 5. Please be on the lookout for this survey on Monday, Nov. 25.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our college and for helping shape the future of our community.

Sincerely,

Dr. Mauro

Today we celebrate as Alumni and Friends of Alfred State! Join in on our 2024 Annual Day of Giving!

Dr. Mauro Day of Giving Video

Join us at a pair of events today

• Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., various clubs and organizations will be hosting activities in the Student Leadership Center to celebrate the day. Make sure to stop by and take part in some of the activities and sign a thank you card for our donors.
• Tonight, during halftime of the men’s basketball game vs. Geneseo at 7 p.m., the first fan to hit a half-court shot will win $100. Entry into this contest is only $1.

Give here

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

Please join us for the Harris Hall Atrium and Classroom Auditorium Dedication on Friday Nov. 15th at 3pm. This special event will be held in the Engineering Technology Building in the atrium outside of Room 215. 

Light snacks and refreshments will be served! 

Hope to see you there!

Join us in the Student Leadership Center Park Space on Wednesday, October 23rd at 1PM for a very exciting event with Perry's Ice Cream featuring Brian Perry, 1985 Alfred State Alum.

• Company Overview
• Flavor Concept Development
• NPD Process
• Team Member Journeys
• Explore Career Opportunities
• Q&A and FREE Samples!

See you there!

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

Please join us for the Walter Sass Surveying Lab Dedication on Wednesday July 31st at 2pm. This special event will be held in the Engineering Technology Building in Room 327, snacks and refreshments will be served! Hope to see you there!

Hot off the presses!! So many reasons to be proud of your entire Pioneer Family!

The 2024 Spring Edition of our Pioneer Pride- Alumni & Friends Magazine! 

Special Thanks to Paul Welker, James Reese, and Molly Andrus, along with the entire MARCOM Group for producing another awesome edition. 

This coming weekend is an exciting time on our campus, we are welcoming all alumni back to campus for our Reunion 2024 that will feature the Athletic Hall of Fame and the 50th Anniversary of the Traffic Light! All are welcomed to attend the following events: 

Friday June 7th, 4pm-7pm: Champagne Welcome in MacKenzie Commons, this event will include 'getting to know you' games and yummy appetizers

Saturday June 8th:
10am-12pm: Brunch with Q&A forum with College representatives in MacKenzie Commons
12pm: Big Blue Trolly Ride
2pm: Athletic Hall of Fame Happy Hour, 3rd floor of SLC, Park Space
3pm: Residential Life Friends BBQ, MacKenzie Commons (Registration is not required but if interested please email, perkinma3@alfredstate.edu)
50th Anniversary Celebration of the Traffic Light
6pm: Parade line up is behind Jordan Hall and then will go down Main Street 
6:20pm: Ceremony begins
7pm: Band, Sweet Degenerates, performs

If you would like to register for any of these events, please visit: Alumni Reunion and Hall of Fame Induction | Alfred State

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mary Perkins at perkinma3@alfredstate.edu or by calling ext. 3932

“We are excited to welcome back alumni for a fun-filled weekend. Not only will attendees get the opportunity to stay at the renovated MacKenzie Complex, they will be able to join the community as we celebrate the only traffic light in town on its birthday.”

ASC Director of Scholarships and College Relations Mary Perkins. 
Read the full story.

In May of last year, we celebrated a monumental occasion with Mary Huntington's 100th Birthday Celebration at the Lake Lodge. In memory of this event a scholarship was created, primarily for students that are non-traditional (entering Alfred State 5 years after high school), a resident of Allegany, Steuben or Cattaraugus counties and is chosen by the Financial Aid Department where Dr. Huntington's scholarship is as well. Your contribution to this scholarship would be greatly appreciated and will have a positive impact on our students! 

To contribute to this scholarship, we have created a webpage. 

For pictures from this event to remember this fond event, visit this Flckr page. 

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).

Happy to announce the Fall 2023 Alfred State Alumni & Friends Magazine has hit the stands! Enjoy the wonderful work done by our Marketing & Communications Department. 

Thank You all for making the 2023 Day of Giving another very successful event! We could not continue to exceed our goal every year without the help of our on-campus Pioneer community. Our faculty/staff and wonderful students are learning year after year about the benefits of philanthropy to the college and to the future Pioneers of the world.  Read the article

Today- November 14! We call on all Pioneers, past and present, to come together to raise funds to support scholarships, new programs, technology, student groups, and athletics. For faculty and staff, we encourage you to give back to your programs and things you’re truly passionate about at Alfred State! Click to Make Your Gift

In addition, be sure to stop in the SLC between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to check out what our student clubs and organizations are doing in honor of today's celebration. Grab a free snack, snap a picture, play some cornhole, make your own holiday decorations, and join the celebration!! 

Join us Tonight at 6 p.m. in the Orvis Activities Center for the Women's Basketball Game! 

There will be raffle baskets outside the gym to bid on and the concession stand will be open! This is a collaboration between Pi Nu Epsilon Sorority and the Women's Basketball team. Money raised will go to Accord in Belmont and to Arbor Development in Bath. 

At halftime of the game take your chance at winning a $100 Gift Card to Wal-Mart by being the first to hit a half-court shot - A $1 donation will get you a ball in your hands for this 2023 Day of Giving Challenge!  

All week long we will be asking for help to replenish, The Community Needs Hub- food pantry. Drop offs for non-perishable items will be in SLC, Alumni House, and in the Zero Energy Home on the Wellsville Campus. Email me at sciottjm@alfredstate.edu for more info. Watch President Mauro kick off the day with a challenge. As always- we THANK YOU for you for your support!

The Patricia K. Fogarty, Former College Council Chair, Annual Scholarship was lovingly created in Pat’s memory following a life that was filled with decades of leadership and public service to the Southern Tier of New York and a commitment to the success of Alfred State College. The scholarship recipient must show a strong commitment to civic or volunteer engagement and will be chosen by the Department of Student Affairs. Her legacy will continue to positively impact the students at Alfred State College through this scholarship fund. If you are interested in contributing to this scholarship, you can visit the online giving page Alfred State (givesmart.com) and when selecting ‘Restrict my Gift to’ you will see Pat’s scholarship. If you have any questions or would like to give through payroll contribution or by a check please contact Mary Perkins at perkinma3@alfredstate.edu or calling 607-587-3932. 

The Alfred State Wrestling team gear store is back for a short period of time! Get your gear in time for wrestling and the winter seasons in brands like Carhartt, Under Armor, Cliff Keen and more to rep the Ox Gang and to stay warm! Use the link to check it out and be sure to get your orders in before Nov. 6th deadline. Ship to home or free shipping to Coach available. 

https://sportslocker.chipply.com/alfredwrestling23/

Please join the Alfred State College AIAS chapter for The Economics of Architecture, a panel discussion with architects, contractors, and clients exploring the dollars and cents of making buildings. The event will be held in the Allegany Room on Thursday, November 2nd, and will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a buffet dinner. At 6 p.m., the structured portion of the panel will begin, followed by an opportunity for audience questions. The event is free and open to the public but register fast as spots are quickly filling! See the attached poster for a QR code to register or use THIS LINK.