Student Announce April 1, 2026


Coffee and Cocoa for Commuters

Warm up your commute with Coffee & Cocoa for Commuters! ☕
Stop by SDC 117 on Monday, April 6, for free coffee, hot cocoa, and donuts from Dunkin’.
🕘 Starting at 9:00 AM (while supplies last). Hosted by the Commuter Council.

- Maggie Gause

Passover Seder

Hillel is hosting a Passover Seder on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 in the Kenyon-Allen room in the Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. If you are planning to come, please contact hillel@alfred.edu to RSVP.

- Afua Boahene

Buffalo Bills Hiring Event at Alfred State!

The Buffalo Bills will be on campus Friday, April 17 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM in EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 conducting on-site interviews for Guest Experience (Ticket Greeter) positions for the 2025–2026 season.

💼Why apply?

  • Paid opportunity
  • Open to all Alfred State students, staff & faculty
  • Travel provided to most in-semester home games
  • On-the-spot job offers (pending background check)

✅ How to Prepare (Required Steps)

  1. Apply in advance (required):
    All students—new and returning—must apply online before April 17:

    *You will not be considered if you have not applied before 4/17
    👉CLICK HERE TO APPLY

  • In the “Referred By” section, type: Alfred State Student
  1. Bring your resume on 4/17 
    Have a printed copy ready for your interview.

3. Attend the event
Stop by EJ Brown Hall, Room 315 on 4/17 anytime between 11 AM – 3 PM for your interview.

🎯 What to Expect

  • Interviews conducted on-site
  • Qualified candidates may receive immediate offers
  • Offer letters will be available to sign at the event

Don’t miss this chance to work with an NFL organization and gain real-world experience while representing Alfred State! 

*Due to NFL policy, this opportunity is unfortunately not available for NCAA football student-athletes across all divisions 

Contact Professor Aquilina with questions at aquilia@alfredstate.edu

- Tony Aquilina

Project Prom Dress accepting dress donations

The Delta Chi Omega Sorority is once again collecting prom dresses and accessories for its annual Project Prom Dress Event. Dresses can be dropped off at Print and Mail Services. 

New and gently used prom gowns and accessories are collected year round and offered to high-school aged girls annually free of charge.

Project Prom Dress will be held Sunday, April 12 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the SLC Small Event Space.

- Lynn White

Tips for Successful Course Registration

Fall registration begins Monday, April 6. Here are some tips to ensure a smooth registration process:

 Meet with Your Advisor Early: Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor before April 6 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.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Registration Instructions (How-to Guides) are available by visiting my.AlfredState.edu, selecting “Academics,” and then choosing “Additional Academic Info” on the “Academic Resources” card.
- Niki Young

Sterns Chicken BBQ Fundraiser

Alfred State Nutrition Courses present: A Sterns Chicken BBQ!

Proceeds will help support Alfred State's On-Campus Community Needs Hub.

When & Where

Wednesday April 22nd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Thursday April 23rd 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - outside EJ Brown room 119

Purchase with the link or QR code

https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=0606d4df-8630-4d18-a100-9af1bdc6e548&envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&zone=usa

- Melissa Gough

PIN to WIN for Fall 2026 Registration

Register for your Fall 2026 classes by April 16th and be entered to win one of 5 cash prizes! First place will be awarded $200 and the next four winners will be awarded $50 each. Winnings will be added to your CSA account for the fall semester. Don't forget registration begins April 6th. If you have any questions about the registration process, please reach out to your Faculty Advisor or the Academic Advising Center at advising@alfredstate.edu

- Samantha Brockway

File the FAFSA now for a chance to win scholarship funds!

Students who complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA at StudentAid.gov by May 1 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a scholarship.

Prizes:
1st Place: $1,000 scholarship
2nd Place: $500 scholarship
3rd Place: $250 scholarship

Please note you must enroll for the Fall 2026 semester to be eligible.

If you need help completing your FAFSA, contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office at 607-587-4253 (toll-free 1-800-4-ALFRED) or email sfs@alfredstate.edu.

The deadline is fast approaching, so started today!

Best of luck!
Alfred State
Student Records and Financial Services

 

- Amy Evingham

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/HUMAN SERVICES CAREER FAIR

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/HUMAN SERVICES CAREER FAIR
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, 9:00-1:00 P.M.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP CENTER, 3RD FLOOR, RM. 310 & OPEN AREA BY CAFE

The Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences is hosting this Career Fair to bring together students seeking internships, jobs, and community service projects with agencies that would like to recruit students for these activities.  Don’t miss this opportunity!

Agencies participating thus far are:

Criminal Justice Agencies:

Allegany County Probation

Allegany County Sheriff
ASC Police Academy
ASC University Police

Corning Global Security
FBI (Buffalo)

Henrico County, VA Police Dept.

Hornell Police Dept.
Livingston County Sheriff

Monroe County Sheriff

NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation
NYS Police
Rochester Police Dept.
Steuben County Sheriff

Syracuse Police Dept.
TSA (Transportation Security Administration)

US Army Recruiting Office

US Customs & Border Protection
US Marshals Service

Human Services Agencies:

Aim Independent Living
Allegany Council on Alcoholism

Allegany County Administrator

Allegany/Steuben ARC
Faith in Action
Hornell Area Concern for Youth
Hornell Partners for Growth

Steuben County Social Services

Vincent House
 

- Debra Tomm

Graduation packet pick-up

Students can begin picking up their graduation packet on April 6 at the Alfred Campus Store or Wellsville Campus Store during regular store hours. Students that would like to attend commencement and have not paid the commencement fee can pay the $60 fee at time of pick up.  Bachelor students will need to purchase an academic hood from the Campus Store (additional $30).  If you are an online student or not on campus this semester, please call the Alfred Campus Store, 607-587-4020, to have your graduation package shipped to you (shipping charges will apply).

- Joann Bloxsom

Courses Approved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

Courses Approved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Critical Thinking Core Competency effective fall 2024.

ARCH 4304 - Design Studio 2

DSGN 2304 - Interior Design Studio 2

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for General Education can be found here https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal pages under Academic Resources / Additional Academic Info / Resources.

- Lisa Gardner

LOCATION CHANGE UPDATE: The Khalid Ashraf Symposium - Freedom of the Press: A Unique Perspective featuring Special Guest Speaker Hakan Karaaytu, Professor of Digital Journalism

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Center for Civic Leadership proudly announce:

The Khalid Ashraf Symposium - Freedom of the Press: A Unique Perspective featuring Special Guest Speaker Hakan Karaaytu, Professor of Digital Journalism, who will be speaking and presenting on his experiences as a journalist and media freedom in Turkey

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, 6-8 p.m. In PHS Rm. 107

** Refreshments and snacks will be served **

Please join Cyan Corwine, Angela Graves, Michael Colomaio, and Jeff Sittu for questions and audience discussion with Hakan Karaaytu immediately following the presentation.

We look forward to you joining us for this timely topic and discussion!

- Debra Tomm

Student Senate Executive Board Elections – 2026–2027

Are you ready to lead and make an impact at Alfred State? The Student Senate is now accepting candidates for the 2026–2027 Executive Board!

Available Positions:

  • Vice President of Finance
  • Vice President of Records and Organization
  • Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
  • Vice President of Student Activities
  • Vice President of Academic and Technology Affairs
  • Vice President of Student Life
  • Vice President of Wellsville Affairs
  • Vice President of Commuter Affairs

Compensation:
All positions earn a base pay of $16.00/hour for up to 9 hours per week.

Important Information & Deadlines

Interest Form (Required to Run)

All students interested in running must complete the interest form by:

Thursday, April 2nd at 4:00 PM

Submit here:
https://pioneerlink.alfredstate.edu/submitter/form/start/475552

Once the form closes, nominations are closed. Student Senate will not accept newly interested candidates after this deadline.

Mandatory One-on-One Meeting

After submitting the interest form, the current holder of the position you are seeking will contact you to schedule a mandatory one-on-one meeting.

These meetings must take place between:
Monday, March 22nd – Monday, April 6th

This meeting must be completed within this timeframe in order to secure your place on the ballot. Failure to complete the meeting will result in removal from the ballot.

Election Dates

April 8th – April 10th

Eligibility Requirements

- Tyler Ribble