Student Announce November 3, 2025

Students,

Alfred State defines first generation as being the first generation in your family to complete an Associate’s (2-year) degree or higher, regardless of whether a sibling has also attended college.  We kick off our celebration of First Gen students on November 3rd at 4pm in the SLC Park Space with a party that includes some tasty treats, fun, and a free gift!   If you are a First Generation Student, like I was, stop in and collect your gift while grabbing some food!  A Pioneer is someone who is “among the first” – you’re right where you belong!

Spring 2026 registration begins November 17, 2025, at 9 AM!

The first step is to print your Course Selection Form from BannerWeb. Then, meet with your academic adviser to review your course selections and receive your Alternate Registration PIN and web registration time. Internet students should contact their adviser to discuss course selection.

Helpful registration resources (How-to Guides) are available by visiting my.AlfredState.edu, selecting “Academics,” and then choosing “Additional Academic Info” on the “Academic Resources” card.

Graduating and re-admitting into a new major?
You’ll need to reapply through the Admissions Office and pay your enrollment deposit before you’ll be assigned a web registration time and Alternate Registration PIN.

Expected to graduate this semester but now will not?
Your Academic Department Chair must remove you from the graduation list before a registration time can be assigned. Be sure to follow up to confirm this has been completed.

Please note: You are not officially registered for classes until your bill is paid. The Spring 2026 bill is due by 4:00 PM on January 8, 2026.

Join us on Thursday, November 6 for Alfred State’s annual Day of Giving, a campus-wide celebration of Pioneer pride, spirit, and generosity!

Alfred Campus - Student Leadership Center (SLC)

Stop by between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for:

• Club & organization-run activities
• Free popcorn and cotton candy
• Photo booth fun with your friends
• Giant Jenga, checkers, and cornhole
• Sign our Donor Thank-You Board to show appreciation for the alumni and friends who make scholarships, campus upgrades, and student opportunities possible!

Keep the celebration going:

• 3 p.m. – “Score to Win!” at the Bookstore! Kick a soccer ball, earn discounts, and win prizes!
• 4-7 p.m. – Open Rock Wall (SLC 3rd Floor)
• 5 p.m. – Open Rock Band Practice (SLC HOPR, 1st Floor)

Wellsville Campus

You’re part of the celebration too! 
Look for the Trivia Trike in the dining area at lunchtime - play trivia and win gift cards!
Don’t forget to sign the Donor Thank-You Board there to share your appreciation for Alfred State supporters.

Let’s celebrate what makes Alfred State amazing - our community, our pride, and our giving spirit!

Student clubs and organizations interested in hosting a table or activity can contact Sandra Burdick in Institutional Advancement at Burdicsl@alfredstate.edu for details.

#PioneerPride #DayOfGiving

The Student Leadership Center is seeking 3–5 pieces of graphic artwork to display in the Barbershop! This is a great opportunity for Alfred State College students to showcase their creativity and help shape the look and feel of this vibrant campus space.

Details:

• Eligibility: Open to current Alfred State College students only
• Medium: Digital or graphic artwork (illustration, design, photography, etc.)
• Format: Must be suitable for printing at 24” x 36”
• Theme: Open to interpretation—works that reflect community, identity, and self-expression are encouraged
• Awards: Each selected artist will receive a $50 gift card, and their name will be displayed alongside their work
• Deadline: Monday, November 3rd
• How to Submit: Send your artwork (or a preview image) and a short description to weissmm@alfredstate.edu
• Note: Pieces suspected of using AI-generated content will not be considered.
   

November 22 & November 23 - 9:30am-3:30pm

The R.A.D. course is a 9–12 hour course that includes information and discussion in a lecture format, followed by learning and practicing self-defense techniques.
Students from Alfred State College and Alfred University are invited to participate in this free course and receive in-person training from certified
R.A.D. instructors.
Primary Instructors: Del Rey Honeycutt (Alfred State), Officer Shaun Fields (Alfred University) and Lt. Matthew Whitney (Alfred State). Other certified RAD instructors/officers may be included.
Note: Participants must be willing and able to attend all classes.

Please use the following link to sign up:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW6lOs5w4MahAQwbbQ3qn_xsu105AN8tUgNeJsZh7Ku0L6Kg/viewform

Is there someone on campus who goes above and beyond, not just meeting expectations but consistently setting the standard for excellence? Here's your chance to recognize and celebrate their outstanding contributions! Nominations for the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Submit names and a brief statement of support by electronic form. Contact C.J. Rahr at 3541 for more information.

Criteria 2025-2026

• Nominees for the award should be individuals who have repeatedly sought self-improvement, campus improvement, and ultimately, the State University’s excellence.
• They should serve as professional role models for the University system in pursuing excellence.
• Candidates must have completed three full-time academic years at the nominating campus within the past five years.
• They must be present on campus and serving in full-time professional service capacities, with over 50% of their assignment in non-teaching services.
• Promotion within the same department doesn’t prevent nomination.

Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by January 5, 2026. Nominate a Colleague for the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

Any students who are planning to graduate this December from either an associate (or certificate) program who wish to continue their education at Alfred State College in a corresponding baccalaureate (or associate) degree program need to complete a SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll Form.  This would also include any graduates who wish to pursue the Technology Management or Interdisciplinary Studies baccalaureate degree!

These forms should be completed and returned to the Admissions Office as soon as possible.  Students must submit their completed SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll Forms to the Admissions Office by the November 7 in order to sign-up for spring classes when course registration opens on November 17.  As a reminder, there is no application fee since students will be either associate degree (or certificate) recipients continuing in the corresponding program. 

The updated SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll form is available at https://www.alfredstate.edu/stay-for-four.

Alfred State Drama Club Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 
Cinderella — Enchanted Edition

Inspired by the beloved 1997 television version starring Brandy and Whitney Houston, this enchanting stage adaptation brings the classic fairy tale to life with heart, humor, and unforgettable songs.

Show Dates

• Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 PM
• Friday, November 21 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, November 22 at 2:00 PM (Matinee) and 7:00 PM

Tickets

• Students: $5
• General Admission: $10

How to Purchase
Stop by the Alfred State Campus Store or call 607-587-4020.
Payment accepted: Cash or Card (students may use Campus Spending Account).

Questions?
Director: Abby Hurley — hurleyac@alfredstate.edu
Advisor: Tyler Ribble — ribblet@alfredstate.edu

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 our clubs and organizations leading the way with civic action and help broaden visibility to get others involved in community-minded causes and initiatives locally, regionally, and/or globally.  

Generally, there are 2-5 suites up for review each semester. Suite applications must be submitted by November 30th, 2025, to be considered for Spring 2026.

Interested but have questions, please reach out to civicengagement@alfredstate.edu.

The Holidays will soon be here! Support EOP’s Honor Society Chi Alpha Epsilon (XAE) by ordering a beautiful 6 inch RED Poinsettia supplied by East Wind Landscape Nursery in Belmont! NEW this year, we have Small 4 inch RED Poinsettias available! Need something for outside? Lisa’s Wreaths are seasonally decorated with ribbons/cones/berries, with your choice of Red or Burgundy ribbon! This fundraiser will cover the Induction packets for our Spring 2026 Inductees! The sale runs from Monday, November 3rd through Monday, November 17th. Pick up or arranged delivery will take place after December 2nd.

Prices are the same as last year! Red Poinsettias are $10 for the 4 inch, $15 for the 6 inch. Red or Burgundy Wreaths are $35 each.   

You may order in person to pay by cash or check at our table in the SLC Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday the first week of the sales OR Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday the second week of the sale between 11 am - 2 pm! Or stop in SDC 205 or the EOP Lab SDC 252 starting on November 3rd. Questions? Contact Lynn Hayes at 607-587-4128 or at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu 

Want to make an online purchase?   Click here to order

The Vet Tech Club is sponsoring a Kitten Yoga class! 

Event date Saturday November 8, 2025 in the classroom at the farm. Pick a class time – either 1 pm or 2 pm. 

Registration is $10 and must be paid in advance by Friday November 7 at 4pm to reserve your spot. Space is limited! Walk-ins may be available as space permits. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Hornell Humane Society. 

Some yoga mats are available or you can bring your own. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. Suggested to bring water and a towel. 

Register at https://forms.gle/HS1tpfRmUzhBW84R9 or contact Prof. Meghan Smith smithmm@alfredstate.edu for further information. 

Transportation Options 

Megabus provides transportation to and from New York and Alfred every Friday and Sunday. For more information and to book tickets please visit Megabus. 

Thanksgiving Break Transportation

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 25, 2025 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, November 30, 2025 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

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

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 6am 

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, November 30, 2025 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

Thanksgiving Break Housing

Residence halls will close at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Break. The Residence halls will reopen at Noon on Sunday, November 30, 2025. 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 25, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus that night. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Wednesday, November 26.

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 20.

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

Winter Break Transportation Options

Megabus is offering non-stop bus services to New York City and Alfred for Winter break. Dates and times of bus travel are listed below! 

To New York City: 

Friday, December 12 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 pm and 2:45 pm

Sunday, December 14 departing from West University at 7:45 am

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

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Tuesday, December 9 at 6 am

Depart Alfred Saturday, December 13 at 6 am

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 two weeks in advance. 

Housing Application!

New and Transfer Students can log into eRezLife to complete your housing application starting November 3, 2025! Please follow these instructions: 

1. Log into your my.alfredstate.edu
2. Look for the Housing & Dining Services card on your main page and click “Housing & Dining Plans”
3. All housing application forms are available under the Housing Overview tab. You will also have a recommended action to 'Apply for housing' that will take you to the housing overview.
4. Click the "Apply now" button beside the housing you wish to apply.
5. If you haven't completed your housing profile and profile questions, you may be required to complete both the housing profile and housing profile questions before proceeding to the housing application form.
6. Once you have completed the housing profile and profile questions, you will be re-directed to your homepage. You can then use the recommended action or the housing overview to reopen the application. Select your Residence building preference by choosing the building that you would most like to live from the list on the left. You can reorder or remove preferences in the box on the left. Click "Save" to save your data, or click "Save and continue" to proceed.      
7. Complete all questions on the application form. Mandatory questions on the application are marked with a red asterisk mark ( * ). After completing your application form, click "Save" to save your data, or click "Save and continue" to continue with your housing application process.
8. On the Confirm Application page, carefully review your application details and check off the three terms listed indicating that you understand and agree with all statements.

Create your RoomeeZ profile to find potential roommates! 

Once your application is complete follow these steps to create your RoomeeZ Profile

1. Turn on your profile under “My roommate profile”
2. Fill out the required fields on your roommate profile
3. Select which information you want shared with other students
4. Enter any social media and contact information you want to share

You are now complete and can search for a potential roommate with other students who have created a RoomeeZ profile! 

Selecting your Room! 

Room selection will begin November 17, 2025! You will need to have your housing application completed in order to select your room! 

1. Log into your my.alfredstate.edu
2. Look for the Housing & Dining Services card on your main page and click “Housing & Dining Plans”
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 join us for the Microsoft Copilot Roadshow taking place on our campus in SET 215 Harris Hall, November 4, 2025!  This is an interactive workshop that will showcase how Copilot Chat and Agents can support, enhance, and streamline many aspects of higher education.  

Three sessions are being offered.  The third session is designed specifically for Students.  Please don't miss this great opportunity!  Cider and donuts will be available for your enjoyment! 

For more information and to REGISTER for the Student Session, click on the link:

https://cpd.suny.edu/copilot-roadshow-2025/

We hope to see you there!  

Student Transportation Assistance Available

Need help getting to an appointment or event? We offer transportation support for the following:

1. Medical Appointments
2. Club or Organization Events
3. Transportation to a Transportation Hub (within 85 miles)

To request transportation, please complete the Transportation Request Form.
Important: Requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of your travel date.

All requests are subject to review and will be approved or denied based on vehicle and driver availability.