Student Announce September 15, 2025

🎉 Get Ready for Homecoming Spirit Week 2025! 🎉
It’s time to bring the energy, show your pride, and celebrate what makes our school amazing! Every day next week has a fun theme—and spirit points are on the line for every person who participates. Let’s break it down:

Monday – Pajama Day
Why get dressed when you can stay cozy? Come to school in your favorite (school-appropriate) pajamas.

Tuesday – Twin Day
Grab a buddy and match it up! Whether you’re identical or hilarious opposites, show off your twinning skills.

Wednesday – Wear Pink
"On Wednesday's we wear pink"

Thursday – Be Your Own Meme / Wear Your Flag Day
Get creative!

• Dress as your favorite meme or viral moment (keep it respectful!)
• OR represent your culture by wearing your flag or traditional clothing.
  Either way—bring the personality and pride!

Friday – Spirit Day
We’re ending the week strong with Spirit Day! Rock your school colors, jerseys, gear—anything that shows off your school pride!

Do you have a car, truck, or motorcycle you're proud of? Here’s your chance to show it off!

Join us for the Homecoming Car Show on Saturday, September 20 from 4-6 PM, during the tailgate party leading up to the big game! 🎉

✅ FREE for students to enter
💰 Win up to $500 in cash prizes
🏈 Winners announced at halftime of the football game 

All student vehicles must be pre-registered by Monday, September 15.

👉 Register your vehicle now:
https://www.alfredstate.edu/HFW

Whether it’s classic, custom, lifted, loud, or just uniquely yours, we want to see it!

Questions?
Reach out to Sandy Burdick in Alumni Relations at BurdicSL@alfredstate.edu

Let’s make this year’s Homecoming unforgettable.
See you at the show!

The last day to drop a full-term course is Monday, September 15, 2025. After this date, students may withdraw from a full-term course with record and will be assessed a $20 fee. Students may pay the fee online by visiting my.alfredtate.edu/finances > View/Pay your Bill, or in the Student Records and Financial Services Office located in the 10 Elm Building. The last day to withdraw with record from a full-term course is November 19, 2025. Please refer to Academic Regulations 502.11A and 502.11D for more information.   

Want to play intramurals? Use the respective link below to sign up for the sport you're interested in! Share the link with your friends if you know they'd be interested as well. If you have any questions, email Cesar Mejia (mejiacr1@alfredstate.edu).

3 v 3 Basketball Intramural
6 v 6 Flag Football Intramural
5 v 5 Soccer Intramural

The Alfred State College (ASC) Culinary Arts department will host a lasagna dinner on September 25, 2025, at the Culinary Arts Building on the Wellsville campus. Proceeds of the event will benefit the program’s scholarship fund.

The dinner will include:

• All-you-can eat lasagna – choice of meat lasagna, seafood white lasagna, or vegetable lasagna
• Breadsticks
• Soup: Pasta Fagioli
• Garden salad with house vinaigrette
• Italian cookies
• Tiramisu or Canoli Trio

The cost of the sit-down dinner is $20.00 Call (607) 587-3170 or email woodme1@alfredstate.edu to make reservations. Seating times range from 5 – 6:30 p.m. and there will be no takeout available.

The Orientation Leader Application is now officially LIVE on JobLink! 🎉

Are you passionate about helping new students feel welcomed, connected, and confident as they start their journey here? Want to build your leadership skills, make new friends, and have an unforgettable experience? Then this is your moment!

🌟 Apply to be an Orientation Leader!
🗓️ Applications are open now on JobLink – don't miss your chance to be part of something meaningful and fun.

If you have any questions, please contact francis@alfredstate.edu 

All students completing degree requirements this semester must apply to graduate — diplomas are not automatically awarded. To apply, visit:
my.AlfredState.edu → Registration → Graduation and Commencement → Apply for Graduation

Prospective graduates should also:

• Contact their academic department to confirm all graduation requirements are met.
• Review their degree progress in DegreeWorks.

Deadline: October 6, 2025, to apply for a December 2025 diploma.

Important Notes:

• There is no fee for the graduation application.
• Please do not apply for May 2026 graduation at this time.
• Students graduating in December who plan to return in the spring (in a new program) must apply for readmission through the Admissions Office. Readmission applicants cannot register until their application is approved.

For questions, contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office at sfs@alfredstate.edu or call 607-587-4253.

The Student Success Center will be hosting the First Year Success 101 Workshop on Wednesday, September 17th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 108. Both new and returning students who want to learn more about the resources offered on campus to support both your academic and personal success are welcome. 

Find this workshop and future events on Pioneer Link!

View our Fall 2025 Workshop Schedule on the Student Success Webpage: https://www.alfredstate.edu/student-success-center/math-and-writing-labs

My name is Cohle and I am the Vice President for Commuter Affairs here at Alfred State, and i am just requesting to add a google form to the Student Announcements that'll allow commuting students to join Commuter Council, which would allow them to share their opinions, objections, or ideas about commuter related aspects about campus. The link to the google for is:

https://forms.gle/ttSMGu3Ccc9sk29BA

Be the connection between students and alumni! STAT is the student group that builds traditions, creates school spirit, and connects Alfred State students with our amazing alumni.

Why join STAT?

• Gain leadership and event planning experience
• Boost your resume with real-world skills
• Meet alumni and grow your network
• Be part of Alfred State traditions

📍 Learn more and get involved today!
📧 Contact Sandra Burdick at BurdicSL@alfredstate.edu and check our our Pioneer Link page at https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/organization/stat 

STAT – Where School Spirit Meets Opportunity!

The Project Management Institute Rochester Chapter (PMI) will host a networking event on Thursday September 18th from 6 pm - 8 pm at the new Alfred University facilities building. This will be an opportunity for students to network with the project managers who are currently working in industry, as well as learn about the different resources PMI has. Below is the link for registration, along with the details of the event. There is a $5 registration fee for students, but this essentially helps cover the cost of food. 

For more information please contact Evan Tsai at tsai@alfred.edu or Professor Holly Chase at chasehs@alfredstate.edu. 

As we head into Flu, COVID-19, & RSV Season, here are some updated guidelines from the CDC. These are the guidelines that Health and Wellness Services refer students to in the event of a positive Flu, Covid-19, or RSV test. No notes or excuses will be provided for the absence of class. 

If you get sick, these are the two steps the CDC recommends following. 

"Step 1: Stay At Home

The CDC recommends staying home until your symptoms are getting better AND you have not had a fever for 24 hours without the use of medication. 

Step 2: Resume Normal Activities and use added prevention strategies over the next five days

This includes wearing a mask, social distancing, and practicing good hygiene. Seek medical attention as needed. This lowers the risk of spreading respiratory viruses to others."  (CDC's Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance: What to Do When You Are Sick | NCIRD | CDC)

Health and Wellness Services is available by appointment to see and evaluate students for upper respiratory illnesses. Please call (607)587-4200 to schedule an appointment

No matter what your reproductive goals are, we’re here to help. Clinic appointments are available with the Allegany County Department of Health at Health and Wellness, TA Parish Hall. Please call 585-268-9250 opt. 3 or text 585-808-7626 to set up an appointment. Free or Low-Cost services are 100% confidential including STI testing & treatment and FREE condoms. Clinic dates at Health and Wellness for September: 9/4, 9/12, & 9/25