Student Announce November 2, 2022

Disaster Relief Trip: Call for Volunteers

Interested in volunteering over winter break?  A team is being formed to travel to Port Charlotte, FL December 17-22 to provide support to communities in need.  Hurricane Ian hit the west coast of Florida at a Category 4 strength on 9/28 causing devastating impacts along the coast  along with catastrophic flooding further inland.  In collaboration with long time partner All Hands & Hearts, this team will continue efforts in debris removal and general cleanup.  Cost for students is $100.  Apply now at https://forms.office.com/r/AZUJwWYRKP.  Invitations to join the team will be sent out around 11/14.  

Don't Forget to Fill Out the Dining Surveys!

Don't forget to fill out the survey that was emailed to you!

*Check your emails from this past Thursday, (Oct. 27th).

We listen to your requests/suggestions/opinions so now is the time to voice what you love about A.C.E.S.' Dining and what you think would improve our service!

Thank you to all who have already taken the time to fill it out.

*REMINDER - Filling out 3 or more surveys will automatically enter you into our prize drawing!

Leadership Suite Applications are now open

Do you belong to a club or organization actively involved in making a difference in the larger community? Are you solving problems, taking on opportunities, and using your passion and skills to help others? This could take the form of volunteerism, community service trips, public awareness campaigns, fundraising efforts, advocacy, and education.

If so, we invite you to view our Civic Engagement Pioneer page to submit a Leadership Suite proposal. Leadership Suites are designed to celebrate and get others involved in community-minded causes and initiatives locally, regionally, and/or globally. 

Suite applications must be submitted by November 18th, 2022, to be considered for Spring 2023.

Looking for a Ride Home for Thanksgiving Break?

Students going home for Thanksgiving Break?

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 22, 2022 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m.

To Alfred, NY

Sunday, November 27, 2022 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am

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

Trips to Rochester Airport will not be available for Thanksgiving Break

Alternate bus options are available through https://trailways.com. Please note that Trailways bus leaves from Hornell, NY and you will need to find transportation to the bus station. 

Alternative Spring Break Applications Are Now Open!

Winter is coming, and the Office of Global and Civic Wellbeing is celebrating by thinking about Civic Engagement and Spring Break! Do you love giving back to communities in need and soaking up some sunshine when the snow just won’t let go? If so, this spring break service trip could be perfect for you! The application for our Alternative Spring Break trip is now open! We will once again be traveling to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to work with Habitat for Humanity during spring break (March 12th-March 18th).  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. 

We have limited spaces available and will be finalizing our cohort shortly after Thanksgiving Break…don’t miss out!

Vice President of Commuter Affairs of Student Senate Position is Open!

Interested in politics? Want to be more involved on campus? Join Student Senate and be a voice for the student body! We need individuals that want to improve our campus!

We currently have our Vice President of Commuter Affairs position open. 

Some of the requirements for this position are –

• Every Tuesday Availability from 5 pm to 8 pm for our Executive Board Meeting and General Assembly.
• Ideally some experience in programming events for the student body. (If not, guidance will be provided throughout the tenure)
• This position is designed only for commuters.

Vice President of Commuter Affairs for the Student Senate is responsible for the exchange of information and the initiation of projects and problem-solving pertaining to Commuter Life. Only a Commuter Student can serve in this position. They shall co-chair the  Commuter Council and they are responsible for establishing strong communication links with the Asst.  Director of College Housing and Judicial Affairs. This chair should act as one of the Student Senate  representatives on the Faculty Senate Student Life Committee. This chair will serve as the liaison to Greek Senate. They shall also meet or exceed the expectations set forth for the members of the Executive  Board of the Student Senate within the Policies and Procedures of the organization.

If you are interested in the above position, please email Student Senate President, Soumya Konar at konarss@alfredstate.edu.

Do You Know a Great Teacher?

Do You Know a Great Teacher? 

 Do you know a great teacher? Someone that can keep you awake after a long night, or goes that extra mile to help you succeed? A teacher that stays involved with students long after the class is over? The Chancellor’s Award committee is asking for your help, and you can make a difference in just a few short minutes!  

The Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching, Faculty Service or Scholarship and Creative Activities, Distinguished Professorship, Distinguished Service Professor, and Distinguished Teaching Professor are SUNY System-level honors conferred to acknowledge and provide system-wide recognition for consistently superior professional achievement. 

Nominations for these Chancellor’s Awards are now being accepted by the Faculty Senate Chancellor’s Awards committee for teaching faculty. Students, staff, faculty, or administrators may nominate individuals for this award. The names of individuals you wish to nominate may be submitted through a brief electronic survey at https://forms.office.com/r/rMib488gtY  Anyone wishing more information may contact Mike Ronan at ronanme@alfredstate.edu. 

Submit nominations by Monday, November 14. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at: The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

Peer Mentors give advice and general help

Looking for some advice and general help for being a college student? 

There are 5 Peer Mentors in the Student Success Center: Alex, Amber, Ane, Chris, and Xavier. You can see their pictures on our Instagram @ascStudentSuccess 

 Peer Mentors help with: 

• time management/study skills 
• referrals to campus resources 
• adjustment to college 
• issues or questions you have about class 

Each Peer Mentor sits "office hours" in the Student Success Center (SDC 205) from 5-7pm Monday-Thursday but also can set up individual appointments.  Open to all majors! 

Check out these career related events!

Below,  are a few upcoming career events!  Register ahead of time in JobLink so that you can be reminded of the event.  The leadership series events were created so that students are aware and can identify some of the NACE core competencies.   The National Association of Colleges and Employers states that all students should have 8 competencies by the time they graduate college.    The leadership series is a good way to learn about these, so don’t miss out!   To learn more about the competencies go to: https://www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined/.     If you have questions about any events, we offer or would like to make an appointment for one of our services feel free to reach out by email or stop in to see us in SLC 404!   We look forward to seeing you at one or all of these.   

November 1st-Leadership Speaker series virtual on teams featuring alum Lenford Lindsay(Alstom) speaking about Teamwork.(link on joblink)

November 8th-Leadership Speaker Series virtual on teams featuring alum Shea Dailey(Cybersecurity) speaking about Career & Self exploration.(link on joblink)

Transport Team Positions Open

Residential Services in conjunction with Health & Wellness is looking to hire 6 Motor Vehicle Operator positions for the Transport Team. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Candidates must possess a New York State Driver's License appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated, valid for a minimum of one year, have a clean driving record, and be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.  Candidates will be required to complete the LENS Driving Certification. 

The Campus Transport team is a part of the Residential Services department within the Division of Student Affairs at Alfred State. It is composed of a dedicated, student-oriented group of professionals who create an environment conducive to learning about oneself, the community, and society. We provide learning opportunities, skill development, and personal contacts that foster a successful, well-balanced, and fulfilling life experience for the students of Alfred State and our community.

Students who live on campus and are hired for this position also receive half-room compensation! 

For more information regarding this position and to apply please visit - https://alfredstate.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=154719 

Thanksgiving Break Housing Application

Residence halls will close at 10:00pm on Tuesday November 22, 2022, for the Thanksgiving Break. The Residence halls will reopen at Noon on Sunday November 27, 2022. Residential Services is aware that the final bus scheduled to leave Alfred leaves before 10:00pm. If you are here for an Academic reason and cannot make the bus, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus the evening of Tuesday, November 22. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Wednesday, November 23.

Only students who have been approved to stay for the break will be allowed in the residence halls.

All others may be charged with trespassing.

Students will only be approved who:

• Live over 500 miles away (according to your home Banner Address)

• Have a Special Circumstance (ex. You do not have a place to go)

• Working for the college during the break (with Supervisors Approval)

• Part an official athletic team, listed on the Roster received from Athletics, and have practice or a game during the break

If you wish to apply to stay for the break, please complete the following application:

                https://forms.office.com/r/DqrpJGWQn8

If you have any questions, please contact Residential Services at 607-587-4371.

Registration Readiness Online Workshop - AAC

The Academic Advising Center will be hosting an Online Registration Readiness workshop on Wednesday, November 2nd at 7pm through TEAMS. If you missed the in-person workshops or just need a refresher before Spring registration please join us! It's time to look to the future and plan for next semester! Learn about course registration, meeting with your advisor, staying on track with your degree planning, and graduation requirements! Most students get to register themselves for classes. The sooner you can get registered for next semester, the better schedule you will have. Learn about the digital tools that can help make registration quick and easy

Click here to join the meeting! or find our event on Pioneer Link.