Student Announce November 25, 2024


Fitness Center Hours for Thanksgiving Break

Fitness Center Hours for Thanksgiving Break:

Monday (11/25) 7am-9pm  

Tuesday (11/25) 10am-3pm 

Closed Wednesday -Sunday

Normal Hours beginning on Monday 12/2

Have a safe and happy holiday!

- Catherine Dimino

SAT Offices Closed

The SAT Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28th (Thanksgiving) and Friday, November 29th.  Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

- Jennifer Graves

Student Records and Finacial Service Office Closure

The Offices of Student Records and Financial Services will be closed the 27th, 28th, and 29th for Thanksgiving. 

- Amy Evingham

Deadline for Meal Plan Changes!

Need to make a change in your Meal Plan for the Spring Semester? This MUST be done when processing your Spring Bill.

The LAST day to change your Meal Plan: Friday, January 17th, 2025.

MEAL PLAN CHANGES:

  1. LOG IN: my.AlfredState.edu/finances

    2. CONFIRM: Confirm your Housing & Meal Plan. *Click on “Choose Housing and Meal Plan to verify your Housing and choose your Meal Plan.

CSA:

    LOG IN: my.AlfredState.edu/finances *Click on “Make Optional Bill Selections” to add any non-institutional fees (vehicle registration, graduation fee, and CAMPUS SPENDING ACCOUNT).

- Amy Keyes

Please Excuse Students - Esports Call of Duty Trip (11/25)

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

- Donald Schrader

Student Senate Business Office Closure - Holiday Break

The Student Senate Business Office will be closed Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th. Director of Finance & Operations, Tyler Ribble, will not be accessible during this time. 
The Office will re-open on Monday, December 2nd.  

- Tyler Ribble

Alfred State Dance Team WINTER SHOWCASE is December 7th!

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!

- Lynn Hayes

Changes to Your Semester Bill

The Spring 2025 Semester Bill is now live on the new Nelnet Campus Commerce Platform! Here’s a quick guide on how to access and complete the billing process: 

Steps to Complete Your Bill:

  1. Log In: Go to my.AlfredState.edu/finances.
  2. Confirm Housing and Meal Plan: Click on “Choose Housing and Meal Plan” to verify your housing and choose your meal plan.
  3. Optional Bill Selections: Click on “Make Optional Bill Selections” to add any non-institutional fees (Vehicle Registration, Graduation fee, Campus Spending Account). If you have Federal financial aid and wish to use it for these fees, complete the necessary authorizations here.
  4. Pay Your Bill: Click on “Pay Bill/Sign up for e-Refund” to be directed to Nelnet. Completing steps 3 and 4 ensures your bill balance is accurate.

 

Benefits of the New Platform:

  • Authorized Users: Add up to 5 people to view or pay on your account and receive important notifications.
  • Centralized Information: See your bill, payments, and refund details in one place.
  • Payment Convenience: Set up automatic payments and securely save a payment method.

 

If you have any questions, instructions are available on my.AlfredState.edu/finances under “Financial Aid Resources” or feel free to contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office for support.

 

- Amy Evingham

Campus Store - Holiday Hours

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD: 8am - 7pm (Alfred Campus Store)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH: 8am - 5pm (Alfred Campus Store), 8:30am - 3pm (Wellsville Campus Store)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH through SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH: Closed for Thanksgiving Break

- Amy Keyes

Student Leadership Center and Pioneer Center Building Hours for Thanksgiving Break

During Thanksgiving Break (November 26th- December 1st) the Student Leadership Center and Pioneer Center hours of operation are as follows:

Student Leadership Center Hours:

Tuesday November 26th: 6:30am-8pm 

Wednesday November 27th: 6:30am-5pm 

Thursday November 28th: 10am-6pm

Friday November 29th: 10am-6pm

Saturday November 30th: 10am-6pm

Sunday December 1st: 10am-10pm 

Monday December 2nd: Resume to normal hours: 

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

 

Pioneer Center Hours:

Tuesday November 26th: 8am-7:30pm 

Wednesday November 27th : Closed

Thursday November 28th: Closed

Friday November 29th: Closed

Saturday November 30th: Closed

Sunday December 1st : 10am-6pm

Monday December 2nd: Resume to normal hours: 

  • Monday-Sunday: 8am-11pm
- Katelyn James

ACES Office - Holiday Closure

The ACES Office will be closed on Thursday, November 28th (Thanksgiving) and Friday, November 29th. We will re-open for regular business hours on Monday, December 2nd. Our regular office hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm. Have a safe, happy and thankful Thanksgiving!

- Amy Keyes

Health and Wellness: Office Closed 11/27-11/29

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)  

- Clarissa Richmond

Midnight Breakfast - 12/8

Kick off finals week with a PJ themed Midnight Breakfast served by your faculty & staff on Sunday, December 8 from 10PM-12AM in the Terrace, CDH. This is the time to wear your cozy PJ's to the Terrace and take a quick break from studying and enjoy a meal & conversations with friends and professionals. This breakfast is meant to help you relax and destress from finals. If you have a meal plan it will be one meal swipe; however, if you do not, you are still welcome as you will get a meal voucher!

- Calsey Bump

FREE COFFEE!! Health & Wellness Services' Student Survey!

This month we're focusing on helping others! Please take the time to complete the QPR training to help friends, family, and others affected by mental health issues. 

Use Organization Code: SUNY

Email your completion certificate to winantm@alfredstate.edu!

https://www.qprtraining.com/setup.php

- Mallory Winant

Nominate a Colleague for the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

Is there someone on campus who goes above and beyond, not just meeting expectations but consistently setting the standard for excellence? Here's your chance to recognize and celebrate their outstanding contributions! Nominations for the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Submit names and a brief statement of support by electronic form. Contact C.J. Rahr at 3541 for more information.

Criteria 2024-2025

  • Nominees for the award should be individuals who have repeatedly sought self-improvement, campus improvement, and ultimately, the State University’s excellence.
  • They should serve as professional role models for the University system in pursuing excellence.
  • Candidates must have completed three full-time academic years at the nominating campus within the past five years.
  • They must be present on campus and serving in full-time professional service capacities, with over 50% of their assignment in non-teaching services.
  • Promotion within the same department doesn’t prevent nomination.

Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by January 6, 2025.

- C.J. Rahr

Alfred State Cheer Team - Toy Drive

The Alfred State Cheer Team is hosting a Toy Drive for "Concern for Youth". 

Donations will be accepted from November 1st - December 6th. 

Drop off location is 18 Church St, Alfred NY. All donations types will be accepted (Toys, Cash, Venmo, Cashapp, Zelle)

For more information, please contact Soriah at 917-691-0722!

- Anna Pensyl-Shutt

Health & Wellness Services November 2024 Newsletter!

Take a look through Health & Wellness' monthly newsletter to gain some valuable insight!

https://new.express.adobe.com/publishedV2/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:2cc9877c-6e79-469c-99a9-1f8b2b674b76?promoid=Y69SGM5H&mv=other

- Mallory Winant

Thanksgiving Break Transportation Options

Thanksgiving Break Transportation: 

Students going home for Thanksgiving Break? 

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

To New York City: 

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, December 1, 2024 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

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

Alternate bus options are available through https://trailways.com. Please note that Trailways bus leaves from Hornell, NY and you will need to find transportation to the bus station. 

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 27 at 6am 

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, December 1st at 5pm 

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

- Erika Winans

Esports Open Hours

Are you interested in using the gaming computers in the Student Leadership Center? Alfred State Esports is happy to announce our Open Hours for the Fall 2024 semester! 

  • SLC 202:
    • Mondays: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Tuesdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SLC 319:
    • Thursdays: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    • Fridays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

 

- Donald Schrader

Student Senate General Assembly Meetings - Fall Schedule

The Fall Schedule for the Student Senate General Assembly Meeting is as follows:

  • Tuesday, September 10th: Class A Incentive Event - 3 Points
  • Tuesday, September 24th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
  • Tuesday, October 15th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
  • Tuesday, October 29th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
  • Tuesday, November 12th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
  • Tuesday, December 3rd: Class A Incentive Event - 3 Points

Meetings will take place in a new location - Physical Health & Science Building (PHS) 107
Meetings will begin promptly at 7:00pm.

The Student Senate General Assembly (GA) provides the opportunity for all Students of Alfred State to discuss issues/concerns and hear updates in regard to all matters that affect campus life. These topics include, but are not limited to:

1. Campus Dining & Transportation

2. Academic & Technology Services

3. Student Engagement & Clubs/Organizations

4. Commuter Affairs & Campus Parking

5. University Police & Campus Safety

6. Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. 

This semester the Student Senate Executive Board will be raffling off three $250 gift cards at the last General Assembly (GA) on 12/3/2024. To receive a ticket for the raffle you must attend a GA meeting throughout the semester. Each attendance will earn you one ticket.

Attendees must show up on time. Late attendance forfeits your ability to receive your raffle ticket.

Questions can be directed to studentsenate@alfredstate.edu.

- Tyler Ribble