- Oasis Hours during finals week
- Muslim Student Association Interest Meeting
- Residential Change Agent Application
- Feast Beast Pop-Up and Trivia Night!
- Office Closure
- Reminder - Return Library Materials.
- Technology Services - Hiring for Plotter Room Technician
- Winterbreak Transportation Options
- Study Sessions with Peer Mentors
Oasis Hours during finals week
The oasis will be running on special hours in accommodation of finals week!!
Monday: 3 – 7pm
Tuesday: 3 – 7pm
Wednesday: 3 – 7pm
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 12 – 2pm
Muslim Student Association Interest Meeting
The Cultural Life Center is conducting a reach out to students in the Muslim community who would be interested in starting a Muslim student-focused club. The temporary name for the club is The Muslim Student Association or MSA for short. The goal of this club is to provide a space where Muslims can assemble for prayer, community, charity work, and information about Islam. The club would also help inform other students about Islam and Muslims and work towards dispelling all misconceptions about Islam in the community.
These are just ideas, and the purpose and function of the club would be up to the founding club members. If you are interested in participating in this endeavor please reach out to Desmond Davis: DavisDD@alfredstate.edu in The Cultural Life Center SLC Suite 401 P: (607) 587-4047
Residential Change Agent Application
The Office of Residential Services and Center for Cultural Life seek Residential Change Agent (RCA) applicants for the spring semester of 2023. RCAs are responsible for living in and coordinating culturally diverse activities and events inside resident halls for first-year students. This employment is paid with a half-room voucher, with the understanding that the chosen students would be housed in a residence hall for first-year students to offer better service. In addition, roommates will still be matched with the RCAs. Some expectations include the following:
A cumulative and semester GPA of 2.25 or above must be maintained.
Develop Work with the CLC to develop and administer activities and materials about diversity, equality, inclusion, and social justice for first-year residential facilities.
Engage residents in meaningful and timely discussions to help students better comprehend how to engage in a diverse world and workforce.
Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs and campus-wide efforts by working in the main office of the Cultural Life Center.
Participate in cultural groups, organizations, and activities.
Additional expectations are discussed over the course of the interview. This lent opportunity will improve any resume; those interested in applying may do so through the RCA link provided: https://forms.office.com/r/Aiukp37wrn
Interviews would be conducted immediately this semester, and those selected for the role would need to report back to campus on January 15th for training
Feast Beast Pop-Up and Trivia Night!
SURPRISE!!! Feast Beast will be holding their Pop-Up event THIS WEDNESDAY (12/14/22) at the Student Leadership Center from 6pm-9pm! DON'T FORGET, Trivia Night with Steven Edwards (Coordinator of Student Activities) will be in full swing! Enjoy our International Street Food Menu, Spend a fun night with friends, and win some prizes! We'll see you there!
Office Closure
The Wellsville Health Center will be closing at 11:30am on December 15 and remain closed all day on December 16. Should you have a medical or mental health emergency please call University Police at 607-587-3999 or 911. Have a safe and happy holiday.
Reminder - Return Library Materials.
If you have any library materials checked out, please return them before leaving campus to avoid replacement costs.
Technology Services - Hiring for Plotter Room Technician
What does Technology Services do? The Technology Services Department provides comprehensive technology support for Alfred State. These services are provided by bringing together skills, knowledge, equipment to create an efficient and effective organization with a customer centered view.
The Technology Services Department provides skills and equipment availability that facilitate the learning process at the curriculum, student, faculty, and staff member level; with a goal of developing and maintaining the College's reputation as a leading college of technology.
The goal of the members of the department is to deliver successful solutions to all of our clients by seeking to understand their needs and to always attempt to exceed their expectations.
Some of the things Plotter Room Technicians and Print Center Proctors assist with are:
- Installing print drivers
- Choosing a paper type
- Choosing an appropriate printer for a specific print job
- Printing and releasing print jobs
- Changing paper and toner
- Removing jams from printers
Basic printer troubleshooting
If you are interested, applications can be picked up from Plotter room EN213 or the Helpdesk .
Winterbreak Transportation Options
Winterbreak Transportation Options Available
**Please note residence halls close on Friday, December 16 at 10 p.m.**
**Be mindful and purchase your tickets early as Megabus tends to sell out quickly and we are not the only college in town!**
Bus Services:
Megabus (us.megabus.com)
- Depart from Alfred to New York City on Friday, Dec 16 at 7:45 a.m.
- Depart from Alfred to New York City on Sunday, Dec 18 at 7:45 a.m.
***If you purchase a bus ticket for Sunday, Dec 18th you will need to fill out the break housing application to remain on campus***
Alternative bus services available through Trailways (www.trailways.com)
Trailways
Bus services operate Monday through Sunday departing from Hornell, NY to New York City at 9:45 a.m.
Transportation to the Hornell, NY bus station will not be available unless Megabus is sold out for Dec 16 and 18.
Rochester Airport Shuttle:
- Depart from Alfred, NY on Friday, December 16 at 6 a.m.
- Depart from Alfred, NY on Saturday, December 17 at 6 a.m.
**Please note there will be no transportation offered on alternative dates or to alternative locations.**
Study Sessions with Peer Mentors
Need somewhere to study? Join ASC Peer Mentors in the Student Success Center (SDC 205) for End of Semester Study Sessions Monday-Thursday from 5-7pm. Peer Mentors can help you make a study plan, quiz you with your flashcards, or discuss test-taking strategies. SDC is a quiet space to study so stop by!