Student Announce December 2, 2024


Midnight Madness Event at The Campus Store

Join us for at the MIDNIGHT MADNESS Event at the Alfred Campus Store on Sunday, December 8th. EXTENDED HOURS from 9pm-12am! Blockbuster Deals and more! Visit the Campus Store and snag some epic deals before joining us at The Terrace for Midnight Breakfast AT 10PM!

- Amy Keyes

'Start Finals Prep Now' Workshop

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Start Finals Prep Now Workshop on Wednesday, December 4th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. Start Finals Prep Now will help prepare students for Final Exams. Students will learn the different stages of exam prep that includes before, during and after checklists, the study cycle, and mistakes to avoid in order to do their very best on Final Exams. In addition, students will learn strategies to address the causes of testing anxiety and leave with an individualized plan to overcome their own personal test taking anxieties.

Find this workshop and future events on Pioneer Link!

View our Fall 2024 Workshop Schedule on the Student Success Webpage: https://www.alfredstate.edu/student-success-center/math-and-writing-labs

- Samantha Brockway

Campus Store December Offer!

Head over to the Campus Store for December Deals!

Purchase a reusable Alfred State Big Blue Bag for $1! 

Bring back this Big Blue Bag to receive 15% Off Alfred State Merchandise in December!

- Amy Keyes

Feast Beast Noodle Nights in SLC!

Pop-Up Event! Join us for our Feast Beast Noodle Nights in SLC Monday, December 2nd - Thursday, December 5th! 5pm - 9pm!

- Amy Keyes

Annual Holiday Dinner ~ The Terrace

Join us for our Annual Holiday Dinner at The Terrace on Tuesday, December 3rd from 4:30pm - 8pm!

- Amy Keyes

Thank you for your support!

The raffle basket winner is Taylor Craft.  The Nursing class of 2025 would like to thank everyone that participated in raising funds for the senior class.  

- Katherine Price

December & January Birthdays!

Join us at The Terrace to celebrate all of our student and staff Birthdays for the months of December and January! The celebrations take place on Thursday, December 5th for both lunch and dinner! Candy bars for those celebrating their Birthdays within these months (ask at the Meal Swipe Station!) and Birthday Cake at our Dessert Station! We'll see you there!

- Amy Keyes

The Allegany County Young Professionals Group

The Allegany County Young Professionals Group is pleased to invite you to our second meeting! Join us on Thursday, December 5, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Alfred University for an evening of collaboration and networking.

During this meeting, we’ll continue discussions on shaping the group’s vision, setting goals, and exploring professional development opportunities. The event will feature a potluck dinner at the Community Table, located on the 2nd floor of the Powell Campus Center. 

If you can bring a food item, please fill out this form: 

https://forms.office.com/r/vBXu8awbzb

This is a free event, and we welcome you to bring friends or colleagues who might be interested. If you have any questions, please contact Evan Tsai at tsai@alfred.edu.

 

We hope to see you there!

- Tiffany Donovan

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

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