Student Announce January 30, 2026


8th Annual Students of Color Leadership Conference (SOCLC)

Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Student of Color Leadership Conference (SOCLC) taking place at SUNY Alfred State on Saturday, February 28th from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The theme is “Standing on Business: Leaders in Action”. It promises to be a jam-packed day filled with breakout sessions, prizes, a keynote speaker, live musical performance, catered cultural cuisine, and a panel discussion. The speakers who will participate in the keynote and educational sessions will impart valuable insights of leadership, professionalism, networking, and mentorship opportunities. 

The SOCLC IS AN INCLUSIVE EVENT OPEN TO ALL STUDENT LEADERS ON CAMPUS! 

Register here:  https://forms.office.com/r/8DunkaR7Rt to save your spot! 

You don’t wanna miss it!

- Afua Boahene

Sampling Event!

Join us at the Central Dining Hall on Wednesday, February 4th near The Nook for a Poppi Sampling Event! 12pm - 1pm

- Amy Keyes

The Collegiate Wants You!

Students, Faculty, and Staff Use your CSA spending account at the Collegiate!

We are open from 7:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday - Sunday with the expectation of opening evenings soon.

Our culinary faculty, students, and Collegiate staff would love to host your business luncheons or just relax and take in the Collegiate's atmosphere while enjoying a wonderful meal.

Reservations are not necessary but are appreciated give us a call at 607-247-5010.

 

- Mary Ellen Wood

Action Required: Apply to Graduate

All students completing degree requirements this semester must apply to graduate.
Diplomas are NOT automatically awarded.

How to apply:

  1. Log in to my.alfredstate.edu
  2. Select Academics
  3. Select Graduation Card
  4. Click Application to Graduate

You should also:

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

Deadline

February 23, 2026
(This deadline is required to receive a May 2026 diploma.)

Important reminders:

  • There is no fee to apply
  • Students who plan to attend commencement will need to pay a fee
  • Do NOT apply for August 2026 graduation at this time
  • Students graduating in May who plan to return in the fall in a new program must apply for readmission through the Admissions Office
    ➜ Registration is not allowed until readmission is approved

Please apply by the deadline to avoid delays in receiving your diploma.

- Laura Kernan

Save the Date - Italian Spaghetti Dinner, February 26, 2026

Italian Spaghetti Dinner
February 26th
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm seating times
Reservations only
No takeout
$20.00 per person

All you can eat Spaghetti 
 choice of:
Meatballs or House made Italian Sausage
    Marinara Sauce or Alfredo sauce

Meal includes:
Bread Sticks
Soup:
Italian Wedding or Minestrone
Garden Salad with House Vinaigrette
Cannoli

Dessert:
Tiramisu or Italian Lemon Cake

To make reservations, call ext. 3170

 

- Mary Ellen Wood

Empire State Service Corps- Summer Opportunity

Do you have a desire to do good, get hands-on experience, and serve your community this summer?  Apply below to be considered for paid public service with the Empire State Service Corps.  Summer Corps members serve with campus and community partners across New York State, providing intensive support in areas where summer demand is highest. Through this fast-paced program, students build professional and leadership skills, gain hands-on public service experience, and make a meaningful, immediate impact.  There will be on campus positions available here as well as other opportunities around the state.  Learn more and apply at the following link: www.suny.edu/student-life/engagement/essc/.  Priority deadline for applications is January 31.      

- Jonathan Hilsher