Student Announce August 25, 2026


Parking Lot Closures 8/24-8/26

Faculty and Staff parking lots 7,11 and 35 will be closed Monday August 24th through Wednesday August 26th to facilitate student move in.

- Jaime Dennis-Howe

Mega Sale

The annual Mega Sale of items donated at the end of the spring semester will occur from 10am until 3pm on Wednesday, August 26th outside of the 3rd floor of the Student Leadership Center (moved to SLC Park Space if inclement weather).

Cash sales only with all proceeds donated to the ReClaim Mega Sale Endowment.

- Peter McClain

Student Parking Permits

There will be dedicated hours for Student parking pass pick up on the following days.  There will be an officer on the porch of the TG House handling parking permits during these hours.  

August 25, 2026 10am-3pm

August 26, 2026 10am-3pm

August 27, 2026 10am-3pm

There will be an officer on the porch of the TG House handling parking permits during these hours.  

 

- Gregory Howe

Use Student Refund to Buy Books Now!

If students are expecting a refund and need books or supplies now, they can add funds to CSA (Campus Spending Account). CSA can be added to the semester bill and used at the Campus Store by the next business day. View our  CSA Instructions guide for more information. Please contact the Student Records and Financial Services office with any questions on how to use CSA.

- Tamara Knapp

Fall 2026 Activities Fair - Sign Ups

Sign-ups are now open for the Fall 2026 Activities Fair!

The Activities Fair is one of the largest recruitment events of the year and provides an excellent opportunity to connect with new and returning students looking to get involved on campus.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
  • Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Location: Outside the Football Stadium

Each participating club or organization will receive one table and designated space. We encourage you to make your table engaging by decorating it, bringing informational materials, collecting member sign-ups, hosting an activity, and offering giveaways that showcase what makes your organization unique. Additional event information and day-of logistics will be sent to registered organizations as the event approaches.

Important Information

Student Senate Funded Organizations

  • Attendance is mandatory for all Student Senate-funded clubs and organizations.
  • This event is a Class A Incentive Event worth 3 points.

Activities Fair Awards

Student Senate will recognize outstanding organizations with awards including:

  • 🏆 Best Activity
  • 🏆 Best Decorated Table
  • 🏆 Most Informational Table
  • ...and maybe even more!

All clubs and organizations are eligible to win awards, regardless of Student Senate funding status, so don't be afraid to go all out!

Equipment & Materials

At this time, the Office of Student Engagement and Student Senate are only able to provide tables for participating organizations. Any additional decorations, displays, promotional materials, giveaways, games, or other supplies will be the responsibility of your organization.

Registration Priority

Please note that priority registration will be given to student clubs and organizations before campus departments, athletic teams, and other campus offices.

Register Today

Sign up for a table here:
https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/submitter/form/start/269077

Registration Deadline:
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

If you have any questions, please contact Tyler Ribble at ribblet@alfredstate.edu.

We look forward to seeing all of the creativity, energy, and school spirit your organizations bring to this year's Activities Fair!

- Tyler Ribble

Alfreds Got Talent Auditions - Coming Up Fast!

Think you’ve got what it takes to shine on stage? 🎤✨

Sign up to audition for Alfred’s Got Talent and show off your skills in front of the Alfred State community! Whether you sing, dance, perform comedy, play an instrument, or have another unique talent, we want to see it.

Auditions are currently scheduled to take place:

  • Thursday, September 10th from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday, September 11th from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

The official Alfred’s Got Talent show will take place during Homecoming & Family Weekend on Friday, September 25th.

💰 Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 contestants!

Participants can sign up for an audition slot here:
Audition Sign-Up Form

Additional information regarding the event itself, audition expectations, and participation details can be found within the sign-up form.

For any questions or concerns, please contact:
Tyler Ribble
📧 ribblet@alfredstate.edu

- Tyler Ribble

Student Senate Treasurer Training - September 1st

📢 Student Senate Treasurer Training

🗓 September 1st
🕖 7:00 PM (Please arrive early to sign in)
📍 SLC Small Event Space

This training is mandatory for all clubs & organizations that receive funding from Student Senate.

✅ Class A Incentive Event — 3 Points

Each club must send:
• The Club Treasurer
• One additional Executive Board member

👥 Attendees may represent up to two clubs total (no more than two).

Questions or concerns? Contact Tyler Ribble at ribblet@alfredstate.edu.

- Tyler Ribble

ACES is Hiring!

Earn a Paycheck & Meet New Friends: ACES Fall 2026 Student Worker Hiring!

ACES is officially hiring Student Workers for the upcoming Fall 2026 Semester!

This is a paid position with flexible hours designed specifically to fit around your class schedule. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to get connected and make new friends on campus!

Applications are open now, but positions are filled on a first-come, first-hired basis.

 Apply online now: https://www.acesalfred.com/about-aces/careers

*OR stop into the ACES Business Office on the first floor of the Central Dining Hall (CDH) to pick up an application!

We look forward to working with you!

— The ACES Team

- Amy Keyes

Shelter-In-Place Drill

On Sept. 2nd at 10:10 a.m., Alfred State will be conducting a drill to test its emergency procedures & systems on the Alfred and Wellsville campuses

During the drill – actively shelter in place at a location where you can:

1. Lock or block the door
2. Darken the room
3. Silence cell phones
4. Move to the safest wall (where you are out of sight)
5. Strategize and coordinate with persons with you about what to do if your door is entered by a threat. Identify 2-4 “contact” persons who will volunteer to actively assist in getting the threat to the floor where they are unable to continue their actions.

The sirens will be going off on both the Alfred and Wellsville campuses. Hear an audio sample and learn about them at: http://www.alfredstate.edu/university-police/emergency-preparedness-emergency-procedures/outdoor-warning-siren 

RAVE Alert! Students upon activating their Alfred State email account are automatically registered. To manage and update notification preferences visit: www.getrave.com/login/alfredstate 

Watch the video - RUN.HIDE.FIGHT. Learn what you should do if there is an active shooter in your vicinity at: https://www.alfredstate.edu/university-police/services/crase-program  

Faculty members - it is recommended to share this video with your class and/or talk about your strategy for sheltering and what you will do if your room is entered.

- Joseph Histed

34th Annual RidgeWalk & Run

UR/Jones Memorial Hospital is excited to host the 34th Annual RidgeWalk & Run - Sunday, October 18th. 

With a long reputation of being one of the premier autumn trail races in New York’s Southern Tier, RidgeWalk & Run is one of a kind. Appealing to all levels of runners & walkers, participants can select from five incredible courses, the 2 mile trail, 2 mile road walk, the 6 mile, 9 mile or the event’s gem, the gorgeous but grueling 25K - “The Ridge!”

Register now at: www.ridgewalk.com 

Questions can be directed to RidgeWalk@URMC.Rochester.edu 

www.ridgewalk.com 

- Paul Welker