Student Announce November 6, 2025

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 Department of Health is coming to the Alfred campus on the following Thursdays:

• November 6
• November 13
• November 20

Get Tested, Get Protected

Take advantage of these free or low-cost services offered right here on campus:

• Pregnancy testing
• Gardasil vaccine (HPV)
• HIV testing
• STI testing and treatment
• Emergency contraception
• Free condoms

All services are 100% confidential.

Schedule Your Appointment

• Call: 585-628-9250
• Text: 585-808-7626

🎉 Exciting news! An admissions counselor from the Occupational Therapy Program at St. Bonaventure is visiting campus

Here’s the information:

📍 Where: PHS 106
📆When: Friday, Nov. 7 | 2:00 PM
🎯What: Learn about St. Bonaventure OT program and rack up those PACE points!

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Tor Echo, the journalism publication at ASC (run by students) just published new articles highlighting the diverse perspectives of students on campus.

Give them a gander: torecho.substack.com

If you have thoughts, ideas, or simply would like to write about anything in the state of the world presently, please check out the Tor Echo page on Pioneer Link. 

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. 

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.

Spring registration begins Monday, November 17. Here are some tips to ensure a smooth registration process:

1. Meet with Your Advisor Early: Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor before November 17 to discuss your course choices, confirm they align with your degree requirements, and get your registration PIN and time ticket. This step is essential to avoid any registration delays.
2. Register Promptly: Sign up for your classes as soon as registration opens. Courses can fill up quickly, especially popular or required ones, so registering early gives you the best chance to secure your preferred schedule.
3. Check Financial Aid Messages: Pay attention to any financial aid notifications that appear while registering. Financial aid can be affected if you’re enrolling in a repeated course or one that doesn’t count toward your degree, which might lead to unexpected charges.

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

Wellsville Hog Wild Committee is accepting design submissions for its 2026 logo. This Logo is used on campus event posters and commemorative memorabilia. 

Requirements:  

• Include Year 2026
• Black & White
• No shading
• Hand-drawn or digital designs accepted
• Email files or clear photos
• Promote and abide by ASC community standards
• The committee will select the logo
• Email logo files to DanielNL@alfredstate.edu
• Includes multiple Wellsville majors: Automotive, Autobody, Building Construction, Culinary & Baking, CNC Machine Tool, Electrical, and Heavy Equipment. Operators, HVAC, Masonry, Motorsports, Truck & Diesel, Welding
• Note: Pieces suspected of using AI-generated content will not be considered.

🍦 STAT Interest Meeting - Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow
Thursday, November 13 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | SLC Small Event Space (Room 310)

Join us for the first Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT) meeting of the academic year! STAT is all about celebrating Alfred State pride, building traditions, and creating meaningful connections between students and alumni. Whether you’re looking to get involved, make new friends, or start building your professional network, STAT is the perfect place to begin.

We’ll be serving Perry’s Ice Cream, founded by Brian Perry ’85 - an Alfred State alumnus who remains deeply connected to the college and continues to give back in meaningful ways. While Brian won’t be in attendance, we’re proud to share a taste of his success as we talk about the importance of staying connected beyond graduation.

Come enjoy some ice cream, learn about STAT’s mission and upcoming opportunities, and discover how you can make an impact as a student today - and an alum tomorrow!

Everyone is welcome!  Bring a friend and your Pioneer pride!

The application for our Alternative Spring Break trip is now open! 

Fall is here and before you know it, Spring will be at our doorstep and we are looking for the next group of pioneers to participate in our Service-Learning trip in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. If you love giving back to communities in need and soaking up some sunshine when the snow just won’t let go, our spring break service trip could be perfect for you! 

We will once again be traveling to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to work with Habitat for Humanity during our 2025 spring break (March 7th-March 14th). We have two staff leaders ready to take another group of students to engage in meaningful service this spring! If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for the trip, we invite you to visit our Civic Engagement Pioneer page to submit your application.  

Not sure if this trip is for you, please help us spread the word to others regarding this wonderful opportunity to take part in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge event so we can send a rock-star group of Alfred State Pioneers to support some community well-being down south!

We have limited spaces available and will be finalizing our cohort for spring by December 5th! Should you have any questions, please reach out to Cyan Corwine (corwincy@alfredstate.edu)

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

This November, Abe is celebrating National Scholarship Month by giving students and parents the chance to make the holidays a little brighter.

Starting November 1, 2025, the Abe Home for the Holidays Scholarship Sweepstakes will award five winners $1,500† each—a total of $7,500† in prizes—to help cover college expenses, holiday travel, or gifts.

 The sweepstakes is open through December 1, 2025, and is available to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as parents of students to apply click here.

College Council’s Leadership Through Civic Engagement Award 

Do you know a member of our campus community (faculty, staff, or student) that is having a big impact on our culture of care and championing community service? If so, please nominate them for the College Council's Leadership Through Civic Engagement Award! 

• Who: Anyone may nominate a student or faculty/staff member. Nominations for faculty/staff should be for civic engagement service within the past two years and no self-nominations are permitted.
• Description: College Council recognizes members of the Alfred State community annually for leadership in civic engagement.  Reviewers assess nominations based on 5 primary categories (leadership, teamwork, partnership, impact, and innovation).
• How to Nominate: Use the online application (link here) to find further instructions and to upload and submit your nomination letter(s).
• Recognition: College Council selects up to 2 faculty/staff and unlimited # of deserving student awardees. Student awardees are recognized at Honors Convocation while faculty/staff awardees are recognized at the Reward & Recognition Luncheon.
• Due Date: January 30 for nominations

This is a great way to recognize members of our campus that are hard at work fostering a caring community! Whether it is a student who is always taking initiative and enhancing team dynamics or a faculty or staff member who is leading the way with partnerships and innovation that enhance our civic impact, help us recognize and celebrate all the ways our community members are showing up and making a difference by nominating folks you feel exemplify the spirit of this award. 

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 four categories for the 2025-26 award cycle:

• 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
• Adjunct Faculty - superior classroom/laboratory/studio teaching by an adjunct faculty member

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/dGF9HAKPEF

Anyone wishing more information may contact Wayne Bensley at benslewd@alfredstate.edu. Submit nominations by November 21. A complete listing of the awards and criteria is available at  The Chancellor's Awards for Excellence

Good news, campus community! The black and white printer in the Library is up and running! You can use it to print from a Library computer or your personal device. (Should you ever need to print in black and white from a color printer again, there is a way to get charged the black and white price, saving you money. Look for the "Color" or "Color Mode" dropdown menu and change the setting to Black and White. You may need to open "Printer Properties" if you do not see this option. A librarian is always available to help with this!)