Student Announce October 15, 2024

The Student Success Center will be hosting the Midterm Recovery Workshop on Thursday, October 17th at 5pm in the Student Development Center, Room 109. If you are looking at your midterm grades and want to improve them, start with this workshop.  Strategies and options will be discussed as to the best course of action to achieve your goals this semester. 

Find this workshop and future events on Pioneer Link!

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

Student Records and Financial Services has moved to 10 Elm!

The Student Records and Financial Services Office has relocated to 10 Elm. The Agricultural Science building is now closed for renovations. Please stop in and see us in the new location or use one of the options below for help:    

• Request a Call Back from a Representative.
• Contact us to schedule a virtual meeting through Teams.

🎃👻 Get Ready for a Spooktacular Weekend Adventure! 👻🎃

You can either RSVP for one event OR both, limited spots available, RSVP on Pioneer Link!

Are you ready to embrace the thrills and chills of spooky season? Join the Office of Student Engagement for an unforgettable off-campus journey to the spine-tingling Andover Haunted House & Fright Fest at Darien Lake! This is your chance to dive into a world of mystery and excitement, but beware, there are LIMITED spots available! 🕸️🕷️

Andover Haunted House - To guarantee your place on this hair-raising adventure, bring $20 cash (the ticket cost) to the Office of Student Engagement in SLC 204. Don’t wait too long – the deadline to secure your ticket is 10/18/24 by 4:30 PM sharp! ⏰ Get ready for a night of frights, friends, and fun as our haunted shuttles whisk you away from campus at 6 PM sharp, departing from parking lot #3. Don’t miss out on the chance to create memories that go bump in the night!

Fright Fest, Darien Lake - 💥 But hurry! Spots are limited for this spooktacular journey, so secure yours by bringing $35 cash (that's your golden ticket to fearsome fun) to the Office of Student Engagement, SLC 204, by 10/18/24 no later than 4:30 PM. This is your passport to a day filled with screams and laughter! 💰🕒🚌 Meet us at parking lot #3 by 2:15 PM sharp as we embark on this thrilling escapade to Darien Lake! We'll whisk you away into a world where rollercoasters touch the sky and creatures of the night roam free. And don't worry, the adventure doesn't stop until the witching hour! We’ll return by 12 AM, so pack some extra cash for delectable treats and wicked souvenirs! 🍔🛍️

Mark your calendars, gather your courage, and prepare for an experience you won’t soon forget. We’ll see you there... if you dare! 🌕🦇

Happy Haunting! 🧛‍♀️🎃👻 Prepare for a scream-tastic time! Who's brave enough to join us? 🎢🔥

Please reach out to Calsey Bump, Assistant Director of First-Year Engagement, bumpce@alfredstate.edu, with any questions!

Do you have a project that involves a lot of people all working on one Word document or one Excel spreadsheet? Finding the time where everyone has available is always frustrating. “Work Smarter not harder”.  Come see the benefits of using Microsoft Office 365, especially One Drive and all the tools that come with that office suite.  All of Alfred State (Faculty and Students) are invited, October 16 at 6:00 pm to the lecture hall SAMET 215 at 6:00 pm. Sponsored by S.E.E.K.

Join us on Wednesday, October 16th during the lunch and dinner hours to celebrate all of the October Birthdays! If you have a birthday in the month of October, be sure to let the cashier know! 11am - 2pm and 4:30pm - 8pm

Thanksgiving Break Housing Application

Residence halls will close at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, for the Thanksgiving Break. The Residence halls will reopen at Noon on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Residential Services is aware that the final bus scheduled to leave Alfred leaves before 10:00 p.m. If you are here for an academic reason and cannot make travel arrangements for the evening of Tuesday, November 26, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus that night. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Wednesday, November 27.

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)
• Athletics commitment during the break (must be on roster submitted from Athletics)

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

Please note, that this form will close on Thursday, November 21.

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

Mark your calendars and join us at The Terrace for the Annual Blue and Gold Dinner on Thursday, October 17th from 4:30pm - 8pm!

Let’s show our School Spirit and join the ASC Cheer Team, Human Resources, and the Homecoming/Family Weekend Committee for their spirit week to get into the Pioneer Pride Spirit for the kickoff of Homecoming/Family Weekend! A week full of fun and excitement! Post your pictures with #ASCSpirtitWeek24 for a chance to win a prize! 

Monday Oct 14: Twin Day- Pair up and match up! Today is the day to make the word twinsies a reality.  

Tuesday Oct 15: Decade's Day - Step into 2024 with style by showcasing your favorite decade's fashion! Whether it’s groovy 70s bell-bottoms, rad 80s leg warmers and big hair, or grunge 90s flannel, show off the iconic trends from your chosen era. Get ready to rock the day with a blast from the past!

Wednesday Oct 16: "On Wednesdays we wear pink"... embrace your inner fashionista and don your favorite pink attire and accessories to support Breast Cancer Awareness. Any shade or style will do—just make sure to add a splash of pink to your outfit!

Thursday Oct 17: Country v. Country Club - Rustic retreat or lavish lifestyle? Your world, your way, your decision to participate in the ultimate showdown of camo vs. collared polos! 

Friday Oct 18: Pioneer Pride Day- Embrace your inner Pioneer Pride by wearing your jersey, team apparel, & Alfred State apparel to get ready for the weekend activities!  

Thanksgiving Break Transportation: 

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 26, 2024 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, December 1, 2024 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

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

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. 

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 27 at 6am 

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, December 1st at 5pm 

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. 

Alfred State is once again opening the doors to the SLC park-space and leadership suites for our wider community to bring their children for a trick-or-treat event and we invite you to be a collaborative partner!  

• Date - Wednesday, October, 30th 
• Location - 3rd Floor of Alfred States Student Leadership Center 
• Time- 5pm to 7pm

There are a few ways to be involved:

• Celebrate your campus affinities while engaging in this spirited community engagement event by signing your club/department/class up to have a table in the SLC to hand out "treats" to the community "treaters" 
• Can't donate your time but want to help with supplies? Donate candy or Halloween-themed swag to be handed out by campus organizations on the night. 
• Looking for something fun to do with your own children, bring them in costume to "trick-or-treat" in the SLC and help us spread the word to the wider community (we can even print a poster for you to put up if you have known spots for parents and guardians to take note)

As an added bit of seasonal fun, we will be having a casual door decorating contest between leadership suites in the SLC and invite you to cast your vote by scanning a QR code that will be available in the window of our Civic Leadership Suite (recently named in honor of Pat Fogarty) for your favorite space during the week of October 23rd (the winning suite will be announced after the trick-or treat event on Monday, October 30th!

For sign up to support this event complete our trick-or-treat collaborators form. If you have any questions, please email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu 

Homecoming/ Family Weekend 2024 is October 17th- 20th, the planned events are geared for enjoyment for all ages and will surely be a great time! To check out a full list of scheduled events, visit: Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 | Alfred State

Do you love parades? On Friday October 18th at 6pm, HC/FW is featuring a parade that encourages floats, trailers or walking groups to celebrate their ALFRED STATE SPIRIT!! If you are a student group/club/organization/etc, faculty/staff department or alumni ALL are welcome to join! PLEASE register for this by visiting the events page and completing the registration via the hyperlinked registration form. Following the parade there will be multiple food options (dining dollars and meal swipes CAN be used!), a pep rally and live music from the Sweet Degenerates with FIREWORKS! 

Do you have a car that you love to show off? On Saturday October 19th at 10am, there will be a car show that will have $600 offered in CASH PRIZES, there will be a 1st place winner for alumni/guest and student categories and will each WIN $300!!!!!!!!! PLEASE register prior to the weekend via the hyperlinked registration form on the events page and Student registration is FREE!!!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU to the sponsors of this weekend to allow FREE ENTRANCE TO THE GAME AND THE CASH PRIZES FOR THE CAR SHOW, AIMS SELF STORAGE AND MOVING CENTER, PERKS AUTO CARE AND VANS ALIGNMENT! 

Full schedule of events, Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 | Alfred State

Graduating soon? Please join Financial Aid Counselor, Keri Edsall, for Tuesday Talks: Part 1 - I'm graduating, now what? at 5 p.m. in the SLC Small Event Space (310) on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Come learn how money management influences your credit report and credit score, and how it affects your eligibility for loans (like auto loans and mortgages).

Future Tuesday Talks: 

• Oct 29, podcast: Are you struggling academically?
• Nov 12, in-person:  Part 2 - I'm graduating, now what?
• Dec 3, podcast: Are you struggling mentally?

Missed previous Tuesday Talks?

• Do you even know student loans: Tuesday Talks Do I need student loans-20240917_214150-Meeting Recording.mp4
• Secrets of a Financial Aid Counselor: Financial Literacy podcast recording-20240927_110148-Meeting Recording.mp4

Residential Services is Hiring Two More Housing Assistants!

The Office of Residential Services is now accepting applications for two more Housing Assistants in Getman/ RC Hall and Main Gate B for the Fall Semester!  Housing Assistants are staff members who will work within first year buildings and assist with facility management. Students must have a 2.25 gpa and not be on a current conduct status to be eligible to apply. Students receive half credit of their room, with a roommate.  Interested students may apply by following these instructions: 

1. Go to your student portal and enter eRezLife through the “Sign Up for Housing” widget.
2. Go to Forms on the left hand side. 
3. Click on “Housing Assistant Application” and fill out the application. 

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mary Chamberlain at chambemc@alfredstate.edu

The Oasis will officially open on Wednesday October 9 at 8:00am!

Fall 2024 Hours:

Sunday 1:00pm - 8:00pm

Monday 8:00am - 8:00pm

Tuesday 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Wednesday 8:00am - 1:00pm

Thursday CLOSED

Friday 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Come get your Relax on!

REV+FLOW by REFIT is a one of a kind workout that's kind to your body as you develop strength, toning, balance, and flexibility. This semester, enjoy a super fun playlist featuring ALL Taylor Swift songs! It's FREE for students, faculty and staff on Wednesdays from 5 - 6 pm in The Studio at the Pioneer Center. Yoga mats and light (optional) hand weights are provided. Watch this short promotional video to see what you might expect during a REV+FLOW class. 

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

https://youtu.be/fmY7d4SNtOU

Please consider taking 10 minutes to fill out this Alcohol Consumption survey for Health & Wellness Services. We'll use the collected data to better serve the Alfred State College community.

No need to email Health & Wellness when finished. Submissions will be checked daily and vouchers will be available for pickup at the Ever Green Cafe the day after you complete the survey!

 https://app.alcohol101.plus/signin/alfredstate

Click the link below to check out our October Newsletter!

https://new.express.adobe.com/publishedV2/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:2cffedb1-73de-4ddc-94ab-21117ae21f83?promoid=Y69SGM5H&mv=other

We are excited to announce that the Live to Fights Annual Carly 5K is returning this year during Homecoming Weekend! Join us on Saturday, October 18th at 9:00 AM, starting at Ten Elm on the Alfred State Campus.

Details:

• First 50 registrations receive a FREE t-shirt!
• Registration fee: $15 (All proceeds benefit the Courage of Carly Fund)
• Meet location: Ten Elm, Alfred State Campus
• Date & Time: Saturday, October 19th at 9:00 AM

To Register: Click here: Registration Form

For more information, please reach out to:

• Victoria Rech: rechvr@alfredstate.edu
• Tyler Ribble: ribblet@alfredstate.edu

Don’t miss out on a great event for a great cause!

Make a dish to share a taste of “home” and help enhance our culture of care in Alfred. The Center for Civic Leadership is partnering with Union University to revive a commUNITY potluck initiative.  This secular event welcomes all as we build commUNITY by engaging in conversation and sharing foods that evoke a feeling of home! Help us kick start this meaningful event this September, a month that is synonymous with sustainability, hunger action, and Hispanic Heritage.  

• Location: Union University Center / 4 Church Street
• Time: 6pm-8pm
• Dates: Wednesday, September 18th / Wednesday, October 23rd / Wednesday, November 20th  
• Sign up to Make and RSVP Here – Separate RSVP required for each date, and we ask that you submit your RSVP by the Sunday before each event so we can better prepare fore each event. 

“Tasters Choice” awards will be given at each event for the favorite dishes at each potluck.

Celebrate Sustainability and bring your own plate and cutlery to each event

Are you in need of a job starting this semester that goes through May 2025? Would you be interested in a dynamic position as an AmeriCorps member helping potential students and their families learn about Financial Aid? It would be a great way to build your resume. If so, we may have an opportunity for you through the Financial Aid Work Study Program. 

If you qualify for the Federal Work Study program, we currently have two openings to fill. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please reach out to me directly at gilliljf@alfredstate.edu no-later-than Friday, October 11, 2024 and we will schedule time to chat more about this role and what it entails. 

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Jason F. Gilliland

Student Records and Financial Services Specialist

Student Records and Financial Services

Are you interested in using the gaming computers in the Student Leadership Center? Alfred State Esports is happy to announce our Open Hours for the Fall 2024 semester! 

• SLC 202:
  • Mondays: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
• SLC 319:
  • Thursdays: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Fridays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Do you know a faculty member who should be recognized for their dedication to Alfred State College?  The SUNY Chancellor’s Award committee is soliciting nominations in the following three categories:

• Faculty Service – consistently superior service to the college and/or students
• Scholarship and Creative Activity – excellence in scholarship/research and/or creative performance
• Teaching – consistently superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching

These awards are based on student, faculty, and staff nominations.  Please take a moment to submit a nomination by completing the brief survey available at: https://forms.office.com/r/zBTqaw7mRr

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by Friday, Nov. 1. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

The Office of Residential Services is now taking applications for the Resident Assistant Position for Spring 2025.

RA's get leadership development, mentorship with professionals, soft skill development and a resume builder, opportunities to advance into paid positions, and getting their room paid for!

Use this link to apply: https://forms.office.com/r/CjU0a3RfxV

To qualify for the RA position, candidates must have a minimum 2.25 GPA and no current student conduct status.

The application will be open and available until October 18th, 4:30pm. If you have questions about the position or the hiring process, please contact Residence Director Patrick Defoe by email at DefoePJ@alfredstate.edu.

Alfred State College has been awarded funding for the Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS) grant for the 2024-2025 academic year. Students may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 for the Fall semester. 

Part-time students may obtain an application by emailing sfs@alfredstate.edu or visiting https://www.alfredstate.edu/financial-aid/forms and click on aid for Part-Time Study (APTS) application.

Some of the eligibility criteria for the APTS grant include:
- Be a matriculated student and consistently enrolled between three (3) and eleven (11) credit hours per semester
- Be a New York State resident
- Completed 2024-2025 FAFSA application
- Meet satisfactory academic progress
- Not receiving TAP or Part-Time TAP this semester

The deadline for the Fall semester is Friday, November 15, 2024.

The Fall Schedule for the Student Senate General Assembly Meeting is as follows:

• Tuesday, September 10th: Class A Incentive Event - 3 Points
• Tuesday, September 24th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
• Tuesday, October 15th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
• Tuesday, October 29th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
• Tuesday, November 12th: Class B Incentive Event - 1 Point
• Tuesday, December 3rd: Class A Incentive Event - 3 Points

Meetings will take place in a new location - Physical Health & Science Building (PHS) 107
Meetings will begin promptly at 7:00pm.

The Student Senate General Assembly (GA) provides the opportunity for all Students of Alfred State to discuss issues/concerns and hear updates in regard to all matters that affect campus life. These topics include, but are not limited to:

1. Campus Dining & Transportation

2. Academic & Technology Services

3. Student Engagement & Clubs/Organizations

4. Commuter Affairs & Campus Parking

5. University Police & Campus Safety

6. Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. 

This semester the Student Senate Executive Board will be raffling off three $250 gift cards at the last General Assembly (GA) on 12/3/2024. To receive a ticket for the raffle you must attend a GA meeting throughout the semester. Each attendance will earn you one ticket.

Attendees must show up on time. Late attendance forfeits your ability to receive your raffle ticket.

Questions can be directed to studentsenate@alfredstate.edu.