Student Announce February 17, 2023

The Office of Print and Mail Services will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20 for the Presidents' Day holiday. Mail pickup/delivery will resume on Tuesday.

We are Psi Sigma Psi Sorority, and we are a close-knit group. We don't pick out members by their choice of clothing, what they do on their free time, or their background. We are a diverse group of people and we do not discriminate against any type. We very much pride ourselves on our strong ability to promote inclusivity. We are all close with our alumni and our brother house, Mu Theta. Please take the time to get to know us! You will realize that a sorority can be both laid back and fun!

You are welcome to contact us if you are interested in rushing, learning about Greek Life, or are interested in pledging a fun laid back house that loves to go on adventures, hang out, go outdoors, be supportive and so much more!

President: Breanna D’Hondt Dhondtbk@alfredstate.edu

…or any of our incredible sorority members! Just look for our letters ΨΣΨ!
Follow us or message us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/psi.sigma.psi.sorority/?hl=en.

On Thursday, February 16, 2023, as part of the continuation of the Infrastructure Project, the Southgate Entrance (Road leading to loop road near TA Parish) will be closed to all traffic for approximately one month. The parking lot to the West of TA Parish (Lot #15) will have access from the loop road and will remain open and the road to the South of Facilities (Westgate Road) will remain open. The loop road and all parking lots will remain open. There will be a lot of construction activity on the west side of the campus, and we ask that you use caution when traveling in this area.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call Jon Nickerson at 4742.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENT SENATE-FUNDED CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS.

Budget Requests for the 2023-24 year are due by Friday, March 10th. You can find the packet, instructions included, HERE.

If you have any questions reach out to the Vice President of Finance, Ryan Devantier, devantrd@alfredstate.edu or, the Coordinator of Finance & Operations, Tyler Ribble, ribblet@alfredstate.edu.

Invitation to Join Psi Beta (National Honor Society in Psychology)

DEADLINE:  Friday, February 17, 2023 to request an invitation.

You have the opportunity to become a member of Psi Beta if you meet the criteria below.   Students become members of Psi Beta by registering through the Psi Beta chapter advisor on campus, Dr. Amanda Silva, Professor in Social & Behavioral Sciences.  If interested, please send an e-mail requesting an invitation into Psi Beta to Dr. Amanda Silva at SilvaAM@alfredstate.edu.  Dr. Silva will then confirm your eligibility and you will receive an invitation code to allow you to register as a member on the PsiBeta.org website where you will enter registration information and an area to make a payment to pay a onetime, lifetime membership fee.

The membership eligibility requirements are as follows:

1. You have completed a college psychology course with a grade of B or higher.

2. You have completed 12 units of college coursework with a cumulative college GPA of 3.25 or higher.

3. You have an interest in psychology.

4. You have good standing in the community.

5. You pay a $50 one time, lifetime fee.

Benefits of Membership

• Members gain recognition for achieving the honor of membership. Among the entities that recognize Psi Beta membership: Psi Chi, APA, APS, psychology departments at colleges and universities, and employers.
• Verification of membership for references throughout the member’s lifetime.
• Eligibility for national awards (e.g., the student research paper awards provide cash prizes of $500, $300, and $200 to three winning students).
• Eligibility for these different annual awards: Building Bonds, Chapter Excellence, Chapter Community service, Individual Community Service, College Life Award, and Faculty Advisor.
• Publication of membership and activities in the nationally distributed Psi Beta Newsletter.
• Opportunities for ethnic minority students to participate in the annual Diversity Project mentoring program during the annual conference of the American Psychological Association.
• Psi Beta offers the experience of operating a chapter and provides opportunities to acquire leadership skills, interact with faculty outside the classroom, learn more about the professional and educational choices available in psychology, meet outstanding professionals in psychology, participate in community service, meet peers with similar interests, and be involved with Psi Beta on the national level.
• Psi Beta membership contributes to the member’s confidence and feelings of self-worth.
• Psi Beta offers the opportunity to participate in national, regional, and local psychological association programs, including paper and poster presentations at professional conferences.
• Psi Beta student members are eligible for student affiliate membership in the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Association for Psychological Science (APS).
• Psi Beta membership meets one of the requirements for entrance at the GS-7 level (2 levels higher) in numerous occupations in Federal service.

This is just a friendly reminder to make sure you lock your dorm room doors when you leave your room and to lock your car after you park.  During the Spring Semester you will see members of Res Life and officers with the University Police Department conducting a program called "Operation Lock Out." The purpose of the program is to remind everyone to lock their doors. If you see us in your Dorm Hall please feel free to stop and chat with us! Remember: Secure your doors to protect what's yours!

Come in and enjoy a peaceful moment at the oasis, pick from several different essential oils, relax in the massage chairs, and grab a cup of tea on your way out. SLC RM 415

The Oasis will be opening for the Spring 2023 semester on Tuesday, January 24th, and will be following the below schedule throughout the semester.

• Monday (4-8pm), Tuesday (4-8pm), Wednesday (4-7pm), Thursday (4-6pm)

Use of the Oasis space is by appointment (24 hours in advance) and will also be open for walk-in’s/first come, first served basis.

To Schedule an Appointment to use a Massage Chair in the Oasis:

• Log into your Health Portal (after you have registered):
  • https://alfredst.studenthealthportal.com/Account/Logon

Please keep in mind:

• Oasis slots are 40 minutes long – 20 minutes for massage and 20 minutes for cleaning/disinfecting.
• No food, drinks, or vaping allowed.
• Phones are to be silenced, no loud music, or phone calls.
• Students who are not observing the Student Code of Conduct, are disruptive to others, or are not complaint with social distancing regulations, will be asked to leave the space.

Sincerely

Angie Lopez

Health & Wellness Liaison

The Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards is excited to introduce Campus Connect, an initiative of the Best Foot Forward program. The goal of Campus Connect is to provide a quick and easy referral system for students to obtain assistance for fellow Pioneers who may be struggling for any reason.

In short, if you have a concern for another student (or yourself!), please accept the challenge and make a referral using the following web form: https://bit.ly/ascconnect. The information you share will be kept as private as possible and used to connect students to the appropriate campus personnel and resources. That’s it!

There are no restrictions to the type of concerns you can share. However, any information relating to an emergency, crime, or imminent threat should first be reported to University Police. Please contact the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards with any questions you may have.

Be empowered. Be a Pioneer. Help each other!