Student Announce April 24, 2024

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Start Finals Prep Now Workshop on Wednesday, April 24th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. Start Finals Prep Now will help prepare students for Final Exams. Students will learn the different stages of exam prep that includes before, during and after checklists, the study cycle, and mistakes to avoid in order to do their very best on Final Exams. In addition, students will learn strategies to address the causes of testing anxiety and leave with an individualized plan to overcome their own personal test taking anxieties.

Find this workshop and future events on Pioneer Link!

View our Spring 2024 Workshop Schedule on the Student Success Webpage: https://www.alfredstate.edu/student-success-center/math-and-writing-labs

Parking lot 21 will be closed on Friday, April 26 for the SAMET Advisory Board. Suggested alternate parking is lot 20. 

It’s the time of year to acknowledge all of the hard work that has been done by our clubs and orgs for the 2024 academic year! This years annual Student Engagement Award show will take place Wednesday, May 1st, 5pm-7pm, location TBA. 

Attached is the link for nominations. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, click the link, observe, and nominate any qualifying person or event that you feel is deserving (can nominate for more than one award)! Nominations will close Monday, April 29th. 

There are 24 total awards and we are looking forward to celebrating with you all! 

Steven Edwards - Coordinator of Student Activities

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe25rSUQpW0NwTmBJGLb9I0tPcostyg1qV6F0DNNCYaKwWycA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You don't want to miss this! Come join us for a relaxing overnight at our campus campout at Lake Lodge on Friday, April 26 from 7pm to April 27 at 8am! Meet at the rock wall at 7pm to be picked up. 

We have 20 tents that hold two people each (allowing 40 guests), tents must only be shared with people who identify as the same gender & must both be in agreement on sharing the tent. (Email Calsey Bump at Bumpce@alfredstate.edu with your "tent buddy"). Please make sure to bring your own blankets, personal items, warm clothes, outdoor shoes, & more! We will have activities, games, music, drinks, snacks, s'mores, and more. 

Don't wait, RSVP to save your spot today!! 

Whiskers & Wags Pop Up Clinic

Join the senior Vet Tech students as we provide our services to the community. All proceeds go to the Hornell Humane Society. 

Friday, April 26th, 2024, at 12-4 pm

The pop up will be held at the Alfred State Vet Tech Center

Address: 199 N Main St. Alfred, NY 14802

To schedule an appointment, call the Hornell Humane Society (607) 324-1270

Services being provided include:

• Rabies vaccine: $15
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• Canine Distemper (DHPP) vaccine: $10
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• Feline Distemper (FVRCP) vaccine: $10
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• Nail trim: $10
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• Microchip: $20
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• Bundle (Distemper, microchip, nail trim): $30.

Disclaimers:

• Only providing services to cats and dogs.
• Please have your furry friends on a leash or in a carrier.
• This is a student run event, so we are unable to diagnose, treat, or prescribe during these appointments.
• Well-mannered and friendly pets welcome.
• Act fast limited spots available! Must book ahead, no walk-ins.

Calling all commuters! The Commuter Council will be sponsoring a Taco Bar & ACES Overview Munch & Mingle for all commuter students on Thursday, April 25 from 11am – 1pm in the Central Dining Hall, Student Gathering Space (conference room next to the Terrace). Our ACES representatives, will give an overview on the resources and opportunities that are available to you while you enjoy a free lunch!

Save the following date for the End of Year Commuter Celebration: 

• May 2 - All commuter's family, children, and friends are welcomed to attend!
  • 6PM - Dinner in the Terrace 
  • 8PM - Stop by the outdoor movie (Monsters University) in the SLC Greenspace 

In a rush to class & want to grab a FREE pastry & coffee on the way? Save the following dates for Commuter Appreciation Grab & Go Breakfast in the SLC Park space from 7:30-9:30AM: 

• April 23
• April 30 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact myself or Michael Bianco, Commuter Council Chair, at biancoms1@alfredstate.edu. 

Do you have a parking ticket? Or want to donate to the campus food pantry? Bring 9-12 good condition, non-expired, canned food items to SLC Criminal Justice Suite 411 during office hours (hours posted on our door), or the Student Senate Suite 304. One ticket forgiveness per participant. Partnership with Civic Engagement, Student Senate, and University Police.  

Esports will be hosting Open Hours in SLC 319 starting Friday, April 5, and ending on Sunday, May 5. Feel free to stop by the room to play some of the games we have on the computers or play your own!

Open Hours will be as follows: 
Fridays: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturdays: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sundays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We hope to see you there!

REV+FLOW on Thursdays!! Join us for this FREE fitness class for students, faculty and staff on Thursdays from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Experience what your body can do through functional mobility including strength, toning, balance, and flexibility. REV+FLOW is high intensity and low impact using light hand weights (optional) and yoga mats, which are provided at the Studio.

If you have questions, contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

Gender Inclusive Housing Application is now open for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Gender Inclusive Housing is a housing option that allows individuals who are not the same gender, who may identify outside of the gender binary (male or female), who may be questioning aspects of their sexuality/gender or who may be in the process (or completed) a gender transition to live in an environment that is safe and supportive.

Please log into your my.alfredstate.edu account

Select "Housing" 

Under forms locate the "Gender Inclusive Housing Application" 

Summer 2024 Break Housing Application Now Open!!!

Residence halls will close at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, for the Spring Break. The Residence halls will reopen for fall 2024 on August 22. Residential Services is aware that the final bus scheduled to leave Alfred leaves Sunday, May 12 at 7:45 a.m. 

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)
• International Student
• Athletic Commitment during the break (will be verified with Athletics)
• Have a Special Circumstance (ex. You do not have a place to go)
• Working for the college during the break (with Supervisors Approval)
• Taking summer classes (will need to confirm with your academic advisor and/or class professor)

If you wish to apply to stay for the break, please complete the "Summer Break Housing Request" form on eRezLife. To access this form, please sign in to my.alfredstate.edu, select "Housing," and then select the "Summer Break Housing Request" form. 

Please note, that this form will close at Noon on Monday, May 6. 

Prior to leaving for summer break please be sure to: 

• Remove all your belongings.
• Check out of your room with the RA staff.
• Sweep out the room (there should be a broom available in the staff office)
• Turn in your room key with the RA staff.

Your room will be inspected by a member of the Residential Life staff to ensure windows and blinds/ shades are closed and your room door is locked. Please notify your Resident Assistant of an approximate time you will be leaving campus. 

**Please be aware that there will be a cost of $50.00 per week to reside on campus over the summer**

If you have any questions, please contact Residential Services at 607-587-4371 or email: reslife@alfredstate.edu.

Want to be apart of a fun, inclusive, and engaging club sport but don't want to play on a athletic team? Join the Alfred State Volleyball Club today!

From doing fun trainings, engaging games, and later this year a large scale tournament, we are always looking for new members! 

Contact Chandler Kemp at Kempcs@alfredstate.edu for more information! 

Fall 2024 Room Selection for New Students          

Selecting your Room! 

Room selection will begin April 1, 2024 for students whose tuition deposit is received by March 26.  

For those who have not paid their tuition deposit by March 26, room selection will begin on April 15, 2024. 

You will need to have your housing application completed in order to select your room! 

Selecting your room instructions:

1. Log into your my.alfredstate.edu
2. Select the “Housing” icon
3. Return to "Housing Overview" 
4.  Select the green "Browse Rooms"
5. You can search for specific rooms by building/section and/or other residence preferences set up. This may take a couple of attempts pending on your preferences and room availability. "No bed available" will appear if there is not a room available through the preferences you set up. 
6. Click the "bed" icon to select your room of choice. 
7. Dialog window will be prompted with details of the selected room. 
8. Click the "choose this bed" button
9. Review the details of your room reservation. Click on "Assign me now" to confirm your assignment.  Click the "look at other rooms" link to browse other rooms. 

Please note individual room selection will close on August 1, 2024

Fall 2024 Room Selection for Returning and Transfer Students          

Selecting your Room! 

Room selection will begin March 25, 2024 and will be released based on completed credit hours as follows: 

Monday, March 25 – 90+ Credit Hours Completed

Tuesday, March 26, 60+ credit hours completed

Wednesday, March 27, 30+ credit hours completed

Thursday, March 28 , 29 or less credit hours completed

You will need to have your housing application completed in order to select your room! 

Selecting your room instructions:

1. Log into your my.alfredstate.edu
2. Select the “Housing” icon
3. Return to "Housing Overview" 
4.  Select the green "Browse Rooms"
5. You can search for specific rooms by building/section and/or other residence preferences set up. This may take a couple of attempts pending on your preferences and room availability. "No bed available" will appear if there is not a room available through the preferences you set up. 
6. Click the "bed" icon to select your room of choice. 
7. Dialog window will be prompted with details of the selected room. 
8. Click the "choose this bed" button

Review the details of your room reservation. Click on "Assign me now" to confirm your assignment.  Click the "look at other rooms" link to browse other rooms.

Please note Individual Room Selection will close on August 1, 2024