Student Announce November 12, 2026

Parking Lots 20 & 22 (by Pioneer Stadium/Orvis) will be closing at 4pm on Friday, November 13th. The parking lots will remain closed until the conclusion of the football game and the Pioneer Woodsmen Club competition on Saturday afternoon. Students and visitors should park in any other available residential student parking lots. 

Please keep in mind, there is generally always available parking in parking lot 31 (which can be accessed behind Peet Hall). Vehicles that remain in closed parking lots, or re-enter after the closing time are subject to enforcement up to and including towing at the owner’s expense. Please spread the word to your fellow classmates and continue to monitor your daily announcements.

It's Men's Health Awareness Month, or better known as Movember! Movember is a global initiative created to end stigma surrounding men's health and raise awareness on common physical and mental health concerns that affect men worldwide. 

How you can get involved:

• Grow Your "Mo"
  • Ready for some friendly competition? Grow out your "mo," or mustache/beard all month long, and a winner will be announced at the end of the month. Be sure to post your progress by tagging us on Instagram (@alfredstatehealthandwellness) or emailing to coysm@alfredstate.edu. Bonus points for creativity!
• 60 Kilometer Challenge
  • Run, walk, or cycle 60 km (or 37.3 mi) over the course of November to honor the 60 men lost to suicide each hour globally.
• Wear Blue
  • Every Friday, we are encouraging everyone on campus to wear blue, the color that signifies men's health awareness. 
  • Blue ribbons will be given out by Peer Educators in the SLC every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday this month. Be sure to stop by and pick up yours!

Stay up-to-date with us! Be sure to check out our November newsletter, The Monthly Mood.

If you would like to receive your 1098-T form electronically, please give your consent by following the step-by-step instructions below. 1098-T’s will be provided by the end of January 2027. If electronic consent is not received by January 1, 2027, the 1098-T will be mailed to the current address on file.

To give consent to receive your 1098-T form electronically:

1. Visit https://heartland.ecsi.net/

2. At the top right of the page click Register to create a profile. If you already have a profile, click Sign In.

3. Once logged into your account. Navigate to Your Communication Center at the top.

4. Select Tax Statement eConsent.

5. At the bottom of the page click Add New Consent. Once clicked the Electronic Consent Application will open below.

6. Complete the Electronic Consent Application.

7. Check the box and click Submit & Accept.

It's that easy!

Celebrate the benefits of international education and cultural exchange! International Education Week is November 16th - 20th and there are a multitude of opportunities throughout the week that elevate and celebrate cultural connections. ACES will even be featuring an international dish each day and will sponsor an international sampling event to conclude the week on the 20th . Details below:

• November 16:
  • ACES featured dish Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice - India
  • Haudenosaunee History: Culture, Traditions, Continuity, 4:30-6:30 PM, SLC Parkspace
    • Join the Cultural Life Center along with students Joe Dellavalle and Angel Hill on November 16 from 4:30-6:30 pm in the SLC Parkspace for Haudenosaunee History: Culture, Traditions, Continuity; a vibrant celebration of Indigenous life, culture, food, song, and dance in honor of Native American History Month! 
  • Global Hot Chocolate Tasting, 6-8 pm, Mackenzie Commons
    • Travel the world one sip at a time! Explore hot chocolate traditions and cocoa origins from around the globe while sampling unique flavors.
• November 17:
  • ACES featured dish Peri-Peri Chicken with Roasted Vegetables – South African
  • Kahoot w/CLC: Native American History, 12:30-1:00 PM, SLC Parkspace
    • Weekly trivia with the Cultural Life Center focused on culture, identity, and historical figures from around the world! 1ST place winner receives a $25 Amazon Gift Card!
  • Stamp Your Story 2, 3-5 pm, SLC Parkspace 
    • Join us for Stamp Your Story, a creative and interactive event where students explore cultures from around the world through art, geography, and storytelling. Design your own postcard inspired by a country, tradition, or place that interests you while discovering fun facts and new perspectives.
• November 18th
  • ACES featured dish Miso Soup – Japan
  • commUNITY Potluck, located in the village at Union University Center (corner of church and main) at 6pm
    • Help us celebrate culture and home through food! Make a dish to pass for this community initiative, helping to strengthen and build a network of care and conversations. This will be our final potluck for the Fall semester, help us make it a warm send off into the holiday season. 
• November 19
  • ACES featured dish Bulgogi Beef – South Korea
  • Christmas Around the World, 1-2 PM, SLC Parkspace
    • Get into the holiday spirit! 🎄 Come make your own Christmas tree ornament while discovering how different countries celebrate the holiday. Enjoy some festive cookies, get creative, and leave with a handmade decoration to hang on your tree!
  • Hinkle Library and The Social Sciences Department Present Let's Talk: Centering Indigenous Knowledge and Issues , 5PM, SET Engineering Technology Building
    • Join for an informative & interactive panel about incorporating Indigenous practices into teaching, learning, and community-building! Panel will feature Alfred State students, faculty, and staff and food will be provided.
  • Upcycling table in SLC from 6-8 (part of Student Engagement's Fall Fest)
    • This table will feature UN Sustainable Development Goal information and crafting materials to help people get into the spirit of repurposing and upcycling as a creative and purposeful way to think sustainably heading into the holidays.  
• November 20
  • ACES featured dish Black Bean Stew with Cilantro Rice – Brazil
  • International Tasting 11:30-12:30 PM, SLC Parkspace
    • Join ACES for an international tasting in the SLC parkspace to sample flavors we love from around the world.
      • Mango Lassi – India, Miso Soup – Japan, Kimchi Fried Rice – South Korea, Green Curry – Thailand, Fried Plantains – African Heritage 
  • Global Music and Meditative Art 11:30-12:30, ALC Parkspace
    • Take a mid-day break and join Jonna Anne for a mindfulness art experience while enjoying some global music

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. 

Register for your Spring 2027 classes by Thanksgiving (Nov 26th) and be entered to win one of 5 prizes! First place will be awarded a $500 Campus Store textbook voucher and the next four winners will be awarded $50 each to be added to their CSA. Don't forget registration begins November 16th so meet with your advisor beforehand to get your registration PIN and course suggestions. If you have any questions about the registration process, please reach out to your Faculty Advisor or the Academic Advising Center at advising@alfredstate.edu. 

Thanksgiving Break Transportation

Megabus is offering non-stop bus services to New York City and Alfred for Thanksgiving break. Dates and times of bus travel are listed below! 

To New York City: 

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, November 29, 2026 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

Secure your ticket today at https://us.megabus.com 

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6am 

• Amtrak/Bus drop of at 8am
• Airport: Drop off after the Amtrak/Bus station stop

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, November 26, 2026 at 5pm 

• Airport pick up at 5pm
• Amtrak/Bus pick up at 6pm

Requests for Airport Shuttle must be to the Rochester Airport and students will have to fill out the Online travel request form for both their trips to and from the airport

The application for our Alternative Spring Break trip is now open! 

Fall is here and before you know it, Spring will be at our doorstep and we are looking for the next group of pioneers to participate in our Service-Learning trip in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. If you love giving back to communities in need and soaking up some sunshine when the snow just won’t let go, our spring break service trip could be perfect for you! 

We will once again be traveling to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to work with Habitat for Humanity during our 2027 spring break (March 13th-March 20th). We have two staff leaders ready to take another group of students to engage in meaningful service this spring! If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for the trip, we invite you to visit our Civic Engagement Pioneer page to submit your application.   

Not sure if this trip is for you, please help us spread the word to others regarding this wonderful opportunity to take part in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge event so we can send a rock-star group of Alfred State Pioneers to support some community well-being down south!

We have limited spaces available and hope to extend conditional acceptance offers to applicants by December 17th. Should you have any questions, please reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu)

Support your peers as they compete for the title of “Monarch of Alfred State College” 👑.

The MASCO Pageant will take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 7pm in ORVIS Auditorium.

Monarch of Alfred State College will represent ASC as they carry out their duties for the upcoming semester.
A category depends on your vote. Come and vote for your People’s Choice on the night off.

Live entertainment, (free) entry, and (free) refreshments!

👑Be there!!!👑

Winter Break Transportation Options

Megabus is offering non-stop bus services to New York City and Alfred for Winter break. Dates and times of bus travel are listed below! 

To New York City: 

Friday, December 18, 2026 departing 

• West University St at 7:45 am
• Orvis Activities Center at 2:30 pm
• West University St at 2:45 pm

Sunday, December 20, 2026 departing from West University at 7:45 am

Secure your ticket today at https://us.megabus.com 

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 6 am

• Amtrak/Bus drop off around 8am 
• Airport drop off after the Amtrak/s station drop

Depart Alfred Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 6 am

• Amtrak/Bus drop off around 8am 
• Airport drop off after the Amtrak/s station drop

Requests for Airport Shuttle must be to the Rochester Airport and students will have to fill out the Online travel request form for both their trips to and from the airport two weeks in advance.