Student Announce October 28, 2026

Pick up a friend and attend a group fitness class! They are a great way to promote good mental and physical health! Community matters so take the time this week to join Yoga on Wednesday at 5:30 pm, REV+FLOW strength-toning-balance-flexibility on Thursday at 5 pm, or Pilates on Thursday at 6 pm. All classes meet at the STUDIO in Shults Hall where all equipment is provided. Just show up! Questions - Contact Sarah Francisco francis@alfredstate.edu or Lynn Hayes hayeslc@alfredstate.edu 

AI Use In the Classroom Survey for Alfred State Students 

The form above was created by the Center For Innovation & Teaching Excellence (CITE) along with Student Senates Vice President of Academic and Technology Affairs Adel Hashimov (hashima@alfredstate.edu) to capture students experiences, feelings, and literacy with AI tools.

The survey covers different areas such as personal use, academic use, and opinions on faculty installment of AI. All majors and years are welcome and suggested to take the survey to better influence their college experience inside the classroom. Please take 3 to 5 minutes to complete this anonymous survey.

Would you like the opportunity to become a Residential Services Staff member? 

Please use the link down below to fill out our interest application to get your name in our system. You will receive a follow-up email from the respective distributor regarding your initial application, and any follow-up steps that you'll have to complete. 

Residential Services Student Staff Interest Form

We appreciate you taking the time to explore joining the Alfred State Res Life team! If you have any questions, please reach out to the respective emails below. 

Resident Assistant: rlstaffselection@alfredstate.edu

Academic Peer Mentor: Amy Babcock, babcocam@alfredstate.edu

Residential Change Agent: Afua Boahene, boahena@alfredstate.edu

Residential Programmer: Sarah Francisco, francis@alfredstate.edu

Housing Assistant: Mary Chamberlain, chambemc@alfredstate.edu
 

We DARE you to join us for our 'Love at First Bite' Halloween Lunch at The Terrace... Where everything is to die for!

Friday, October 30th, 11am - 2pm

Step inside Dracula's Castle for a Halloween dining experience that's truly to die for! Enter a world of vampires, moonlit feasts, and devilishly good food, where every corner holds a delicious surprise. From hauntingly good entrées and wickedly tasty sides to decadent desserts and enchanting drinks, there's something to tempt every appetite.

Whether you're a creature of the night or just hungry between classes, this unforgettable Halloween feast is sure to steal your heart. Join us at Lunch for spooky flavors, eerie ambiance, and bites so good you'll fall in love at first bite!

No need to walk - consider riding the campus shuttle!

The shuttle runs around campus from 8 AM to 5 PM at the beginning and end of each scheduled class hour. The trip includes the College Farm and the Veterinary Technology Center. Special shuttles take students to and from the Wellsville campus.

Regular stops are made at these locations:

• UPD/Elm Street Corner
• Huntington Admin. Bldg. Pull-Off
• Mackenzie West Pull-Off
• Mackenzie East Pull-Off
• SLC
• R/C Hall - 4 Corner Stop
• Main Entrance to Campus

Campus Shuttle: Any bus shelter loop Farm/Vet Tech/Pioneer Landing         
M - F : 10 minutes before classes begin from 7:50 AM to 5 PM

Wellsville: M - F : Leaves Alfred 7 AM, 8 AM, 9 AM, 2:30 PM, 3:15 PM & 4:15 PM

Further Information: https://www.acesalfred.com/other-aces-services/transportation

Spring 2027 registration begins Monday, November 16 at 9 AM. Don’t miss your opportunity to register on time—prepare now to avoid delays.

Before Registration Opens:

• Clear your holds: View and pay your hold(s) and contact the appropriate office with questions.
• Print your Course Selection Form
• Meet with your advisor: Review your course selections and receive your Alternate Registration PIN and time ticket. 

Helpful Reminders:

• Register early: Courses fill quickly—sign up as soon as your time ticket opens.  
• Check financial aid messages: Some courses (like repeats or those not counting toward your degree) may impact your aid and result in additional charges.
• Need help? Registration How-to Guides are available in my.AlfredState.edu under Academics → Additional Academic Info on the Academic Resources card.

Special Situations:

• Graduating and returning in a new major? Complete the Joint Intent to Enroll form (2 + 2 = MORE!) or apply for readmission and submit your enrollment deposit to receive a registration time and PIN.
• No longer graduating this semester? Ask your Academic Department Chair to remove you from the graduation list so you can be assigned a registration time. 

Spring 2027 registration begins Monday, November 16 at 9 AM. Don’t miss your opportunity to register on time—prepare now to avoid delays.

Before Registration Opens:

• Clear your holds: View and pay your hold(s) and contact the appropriate office with questions.
• Print your Course Selection Form
• Meet with your advisor: Review your course selections and receive your Alternate Registration PIN and time ticket. 

Helpful Reminders:

• Register early: Courses fill quickly—sign up as soon as your time ticket opens.  
• Check financial aid messages: Some courses (like repeats or those not counting toward your degree) may impact your aid and result in additional charges.
• Need help? Registration How-to Guides are available in my.AlfredState.edu under Academics → Additional Academic Info on the Academic Resources card.

Special Situations:

• Graduating and returning in a new major? Complete the Joint Intent to Enroll form (2 + 2 = MORE!) or apply for readmission and submit your enrollment deposit to receive a registration time and PIN.
• No longer graduating this semester? Ask your Academic Department Chair to remove you from the graduation list so you can be assigned a registration time. 

Early Detection Matters

Did you know? Early detection of breast cancer can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Regular screenings and awareness of changes in your body are important steps in protecting your health.

Join us as we raise awareness and support those affected by breast cancer.

🏐 Alfred State Volleyball Pink Pride Match 📅 Friday, October 30 ⏰ 6:00 PM 💗 Wear Pink!

Let's fill the gym with pink and show our support for breast cancer survivors, fighters, and families.

#PinkPride #BreastCancerAwareness #AlfredStateVolleyball

Course Approved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Critical Thinking Core Competency.

• ARCH 4304 - Architecture Studio 2

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for General Education can be found here https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal pages under Academic Resources / Additional Academic Info / Resources.

Are You Smarter Than a Gaslighter?

Featuring Marissa F. Cohen

🚩 Think you can spot the red flags?

Join us for Are You Smarter Than a Gaslighter?, a fun and interactive trivia and game show-style event featuring Marissa F. Cohen!

Put your knowledge to the test as you compete against fellow students for prizes while learning about healthy relationships, consent, gaslighting, toxic behaviors, and more!

Get ready for an evening of friendly competition, important conversations, and valuable takeaways. Don't miss out on your chance to learn something new and win some prizes!

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 28th
⏰ Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: SLC Park Space

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

Pioneers,

Nothing about Halloween is scarier than a choice that hurts you or someone else.

Halloween is almost here, and there's a lot to enjoy: College-sponsored events, time with friends, a break from the routine. We want you to have fun. We also want all of us to get to Monday with our safety, reputations, and friendships intact.

Before you head out, take two minutes and run through this list.

☐ Check your costume.
Picture explaining it tomorrow to the person it's about, to your family, or to an employer who finds the photo in five years. If it turns someone's culture, identity, or pain into a punchline, swap it out. If you have to ask whether it's offensive, you already have your answer.

☐ Respect every boundary.
A costume is not consent. What someone wears never gives anyone permission to touch, grab, make sexual comments, or assume interest. Consent must be knowing, voluntary, and mutual. It can be withdrawn at any time, and someone who is incapacitated, including from alcohol or drugs, cannot give it.

☐ Make your plan.
Know who you're going with, how you're getting home, and who's checking in with whom. Charge your phone. Nobody walks home alone, and nobody drives impaired.

And remember who else is out this weekend. The village is home to families, and some of the people on those sidewalks will be kids in their first costumes, holding a parent's hand. Give them a Halloween as safe as the ones you remember.

☐ Know your first move.
Save University Police, 607-587-3999, in your contacts now. If someone is too intoxicated, being pressured, or getting hurt, call 911 or University Police before you reach for your camera. Getting help for yourself or a friend is always the right call.

☐ Pause before you post.
It's all entertainment until the video is of you or someone you care about. Before you film, share, or comment, ask what your contribution adds. Content that mocks, threatens, or glorifies violence doesn't become harmless because someone else posted it first. If you can't name the value, don't hit send. See something concerning? Report it to the College.

Being a Pioneer means the people around you can count on you, especially when it's inconvenient.

Have a great weekend, and look out for each other.

Casey Gross
Associate Dean, Student Conduct & Community Standards
Alfred State College

Do you know a faculty member who should be recognized for their dedication to Alfred State College?  The SUNY Chancellor’s Award committee is soliciting nominations in the following four categories for the 2026-27 award cycle:

• Faculty Service – consistently superior service to the college and/or students
• Scholarship and Creative Activity – excellence in scholarship/research and/or creative performance
• Teaching – consistently superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching
• Adjunct Faculty - superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching by an adjunct faculty member

These awards are based on student, faculty, and staff nominations.  Please take a moment to submit a nomination by completing the brief survey available at: SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence - Fall 2026 Nominations

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by November 13. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

Pioneers, get ready to celebrate! Thursday, November 5, is Alfred State’s Day of Giving, and we’re bringing the campus together for a day of fun, prizes, and Pioneer pride!

What is Day of Giving?

Day of Giving is a special 24-hour celebration that brings together alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and supporters to give back to Alfred State. Their generosity helps support the students, programs, scholarships, and opportunities that make our college special.

Why does it matter to you? Because Day of Giving is all about investing in the future of Alfred State and the next generation of Pioneers, YOU! The support we receive helps strengthen our campus community and create opportunities for current and future students.

And the best part? You can join the celebration right here on campus!

📅 Day of Giving: Campus Events

🕚 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | SLC Park Space

Stop by between classes for:

• 360° photo booth
• FREE cotton candy and popcorn
• FREE Alfred State T-shirts (while supplies last!)
• Turkey handcraft activity
• Big Blue coloring pages
• Cornhole and other inflatable games
• Thank-you board to share your appreciation with our donors
• Food Pantry Collection: Bring nonperishable food items to donate and help support fellow Pioneers in need!

🍽️ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Wellsville Dining Hall

• Add your message to the thank-you board for our donors
• Play Traveling Trivia for a chance to win cash prizes!

🏀 3 - 5 p.m. | Campus Store, Throw to Win!

Think you’ve got game? Test your skills in this basketball-style challenge! You’ll get your best five throws, and the more shots you make, the more prizes you can win. The person who makes the most consecutive shots gets to choose a hoodie from the Campus Store or an Alfred Cup hoodie!

🧁 6 - 7:30 p.m. | SLC Park Space

Keep the celebration going with:

• Cupcake decorating to celebrate Day of Giving
• Bingo for prizes, hosted by CAB (Campus Activities Board)

💙 Be Part of Something Bigger

Day of Giving is a reminder that it takes a whole community to make Alfred State exceptional. Whether you're enjoying the activities, sharing your Pioneer pride, or thanking the people who support our college, you’re part of what makes this place special.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, November 5, and come celebrate with your fellow Pioneers!

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙💛