Student Announce October 27, 2026

AI Use In the Classroom Survey for Alfred State Students 

The form above was created by the Center For Innovation & Teaching Excellence (CITE) along with Student Senates Vice President of Academic and Technology Affairs Adel Hashimov (hashima@alfredstate.edu) to capture students experiences, feelings, and literacy with AI tools.

The survey covers different areas such as personal use, academic use, and opinions on faculty installment of AI. All majors and years are welcome and suggested to take the survey to better influence their college experience inside the classroom. Please take 3 to 5 minutes to complete this anonymous survey.

On Monday, November 2 at 5 PM in the Hinkle Library classroom, Indigenous educator Perry Ground will share his presentation, "250 Years of Haudenosaunee History." When you think of the Haudenosaunee, you might imagine longhouses, planting the Three Sisters, or lacrosse. But what has happened to the Haudenosaunee since the United States was founded in 1776? Learn about the role the Haudenosaunee played in the history and culture of New York State and the formation of a new democracy, as well as their struggles to maintain their culture, land, language, and tradition. Refreshments will be served! This event is sponsored by the Alfred Box of Books Public Library and co-hosted by Alfred University's Herrick Library.

Thanksgiving Break Housing

Residence halls will close at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, for the Thanksgiving Break. The Residence halls will reopen at Noon on Sunday, November 29, 2026. 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 24, please contact your Residence Director to remain on campus that night. However, you must plan travel arrangements for the morning of Wednesday, November 25.

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 19.

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

Course Unapproved as Acceptable for Critical Thinking, a General Education Requirement

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

• ARCH 4304 - Architecture 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.

Course Approved as Acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences Requirements

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences under the Mathematics category effective spring 2027.

MATH 1035 - College Algebra and Concepts 

The Records Office will update the listing on the portal.  The complete listing of courses acceptable for Liberal Arts and Sciences will be updated and can be found at https://portal.alfredstate.edu/registration/Pages/default.aspx on the portal under Academic Forms / Additional Academic Resources / Resources.

Courses Approved as Acceptable for General Education Requirements

The following course has been approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs as acceptable for General Education requirements under the Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning category and effective spring 2027.

MATH 1035 - College Algebra and Concepts

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 under Registration / Records Office Resources.

🍽️ Etiquette Dinner Experience – A Night of Professional Growth

Join us for an exclusive Etiquette Dinner, a four-course dining experience designed to help students build confidence in professional social settings while enjoying a complimentary meal.

This event is more than just dinner—it’s a hands-on learning experience that will prepare you for internships, job interviews, networking events, and future workplace dining situations.

🌟 Special Guest

We are honored to welcome Heather Kolakowski from the Cornell School of Restaurant Management, who will guide students through proper dining etiquette, professional behavior at the table, and tips for making a strong impression in formal settings.

📚 What You Will Learn

During this engaging evening, students will gain practical skills including:

• Proper dining etiquette in professional settings
• Table manners for business meals and interviews
• How to navigate a multi-course formal dinner
• Networking and conversation skills during meals
• How to make confident, polished impressions in professional environments

🍽️ Event Details

Enjoy a free four-course dinner while learning essential career-readiness skills in a relaxed but professional atmosphere.

⚠️ Important Information

November 4th 5:30-7pm in the Small Event Space-Student Leadership Center 

• Seating is strictly limited to 60 students
• Reservations will be cut off THIS FRIDAY
• RSVP is required to secure your spot
• There is no waitlist
• Walk-ins will NOT be permitted
• Seats are expected to fill quickly—early registration is strongly encouraged

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to develop lifelong professional skills while enjoying an elegant dining experience.

Reserve your spot today before it’s gone!  Sign up on Pioneerlink 

Fitness classes PLUS Halloween costumes this week with Lynn at Shults Hall Studio! 

REFIT on Tuesday at 6 pm

REV+FLOW on Thursday at 5 pm

PILATES on Thursday at 6 pm

Join the fun as we celebrate Halloween! Plus some trick or treating surprises! Need a costume idea - maybe a "Ball Gown Get Down" or "Super Hero" or "Zombie", but remember you want to be able to MOVE in it!! Questions? Contact Lynn Hayes at HayesLC@alfredstate.edu

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 includes any graduates who wish to pursue the Technology Management or Interdisciplinary Studies baccalaureate degree!

This form should be submitted online by November 9 in order to sign-up for spring classes when course registration opens on November 16.  As a reminder, there is no application fee since students will be either associate degree (or certificate) recipients continuing in the corresponding program. 

The SUNY Joint Admissions/Intent to Enroll form is available at https://www.alfredstate.edu/academics/continuing-education/2-2-more

Student suggestions in the past have led to various improvements in the student experience around campus.  The Student Life Committee of Faculty Senate is interested in your feedback.

Please take 10 minutes to fill out the survey linked here by October 30th 

Survey Link: https://forms.office.com/r/UyaVfRu4wN

Our committee is interested in gathering information about concerns that students have on campus; general or specific, urgent or not, all feedback is welcome! We are excited to keep advocating for you and your needs. 

Thank you for your time,  

The Student Life Committee 

We DARE you to join us for our 'Love at First Bite' Halloween Lunch at The Terrace... Where everything is to die for!

Friday, October 30th, 11am - 2pm

Step inside Dracula's Castle for a Halloween dining experience that's truly to die for! Enter a world of vampires, moonlit feasts, and devilishly good food, where every corner holds a delicious surprise. From hauntingly good entrées and wickedly tasty sides to decadent desserts and enchanting drinks, there's something to tempt every appetite.

Whether you're a creature of the night or just hungry between classes, this unforgettable Halloween feast is sure to steal your heart. Join us at Lunch for spooky flavors, eerie ambiance, and bites so good you'll fall in love at first bite!

Dig In… If You Dare! 🪱👻

Satisfy your monstrous sweet tooth with our Dirt & Worm Cups at TimberLineZ! Packed with rich chocolatey goodness, crunchy cookie “dirt,” and creepy-crawly gummy worms.

🗓 When: Friday, October 30th | Starting at 11:30 AM (Until Sold Out!)

💰 Price: Only $3 (+tax)

Don’t ghost us—grab yours before they wriggle away! 🎃✨

#SpookyTreats #DirtAndWormCups #TimberLineZ #HalloweenEats #CampusEats

Would you like the opportunity to become a Residential Services Staff member? 

Please use the link down below to fill out our interest application to get your name in our system. You will receive a follow-up email from the respective distributor regarding your initial application, and any follow-up steps that you'll have to complete. 

Residential Services Student Staff Interest Form

We appreciate you taking the time to explore joining the Alfred State Res Life team! If you have any questions, please reach out to the respective emails below. 

Resident Assistant: rlstaffselection@alfredstate.edu

Academic Peer Mentor: Amy Babcock, babcocam@alfredstate.edu

Residential Change Agent: Afua Boahene, boahena@alfredstate.edu

Residential Programmer: Sarah Francisco, francis@alfredstate.edu

Housing Assistant: Mary Chamberlain, chambemc@alfredstate.edu
 

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 24, 2026 departing from Orvis Activities Center or West University St at 2:30 p.m. 

To Alfred, NY 

Sunday, November 29, 2026 departing from Port Authority at 10:15am 

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

Rochester Airport Shuttle 

Depart Alfred Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6am 

• Amtrak/Bus drop of at 8am
• Airport: Drop off after the Amtrak/Bus station stop

Return trip departs Rochester Airport Sunday, November 26, 2026 at 5pm 

• Airport pick up at 5pm
• Amtrak/Bus pick up at 6pm

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

The E-Learning Committee is now accepting nominations for this year’s Excellence in Online Teaching Award. Excellent online teaching includes:

• Creativity in course content design
• Use of alternative teaching strategies
• Classes structured with online students in mind
• Prompt and thorough feedback; being accessible and reachable when needed
• Empathy, compassion, and fostering a positive personal connection with students

Please consider nominating a deserving candidate using this form and direct any questions to stefannl@alfredstate.edu. This year the committee is circulating the call for nominations in both fall and spring semesters to broaden the pool of nominees.

Group fitness classes are a great way to promote good mental and physical health! Community matters so take the time early this week to join Boxing on Monday at 5:30 pm, Line Dancing on Tuesday at 5 pm, or REFIT cardio-dance fitness on Tuesday at 6 pm. All classes meet at the STUDIO in Shults Hall where all equipment is provided. All you need to do is bring a friend and show up! Questions - Contact Sarah Francisco francis@alfredstate.edu or Lynn Hayes hayeslc@alfredstate.edu 

Mid-term grades can be viewed in the my.AlfredState.edu student portal.

Click here to view your grades or follow this guide for step-by-step instructions.

Want to improve your grades? The Student Success Center can help—contact them today!

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 - Friday, 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 family, dress up and pilot those costumes with your children for a warm "trick-or-treat" experience in the SLC and help us spread the word to the wider community (we can even print a poster for you to put up where folks in wider community can see).
  • Student Unions is further supporting the event by screening a festive spooky-season classic (yet to be determined) as they have done in the past.

For sign up to support this event complete our community trick-or-treat table sign-up form (using your Alfred State credentials). If you have any questions, please email civicengagement@alfredstate.edu 

In celebration of Media Literacy Week and UNESCO's Global Media and Information Literacy Week theme "We all Play a Part - Media and Information Literacy for the people" Global and Civic Leadership would like to point our campus community to some opportunities to Unplug, Serve, and Stay informed.

Unplug

• Help us kickstart Media Literacy Week with some intentionality. Join Jonna Anne for a guided meditation and art project to calm the mind and engage the senses in some screen-free mindfulness as part of a new Art & Meditation series 
  • Date: October 26th 
  • Location: Oasis Room (SLC 4th Floor)
  • Time: 7:30PM

Serve

• Help Hinkle Library and Global and Civic Leadership unite with local and global partners to share books with meaning by contributing to our book drive beginning Media Literacy week and running throughout November
  • What: Donate a book (gently used or new) on the following requested topics from community partners:
    • Political history from 2000's - Present, Poetry, Feminism, Spirituality, Civil Rights and Human Rights (novels or history books) 
  • Where: Books can be dropped off at the Information Desk in Hinkle Library or at the Global and Civic Wellbeing office in SLC 416 (they can also be dropped off during November 5th Day of Giving at Civic Leadership Food and Book Drive donation table in SLC Parkspace
  • Who Benefits: Books collected will be shared first through Arkport Catholic Worker initiatives and other regional connections through their network. Remaining books will be donated to Better World Books, to support their mission to improve global literacy while maintaining strong commitment to environmental sustainability.

Stay Informed

• Hinkle Library Media Literacy Resource Guide - check out the resources that civic leadership and Hinkle Library have curated on this ever expanding Media Literacy and Voter Education Library Guide or the Generative Artificial Intelligence research guide.
  • Explore on your own or weave into classroom learning! 

The Academic Advising Center will be hosting two in-person workshops this semester to help prepare students for Spring Registration and understanding their degree plan. 

Registration Readiness Workshop (New & First-Year Students) -- Tuesday, October 27th at 5pm, SDC 109

It's time to look to the future and plan for next semester! Learn about course registration, meeting with your advisor, staying on track with your degree planning, and graduation requirements! Most students get to register themselves for classes. The sooner you can get registered for next semester, the better schedule you will have. Learn about the digital tools that can help make registration quick and easy!

Understanding Your Degree Plan (All Students) -- Wednesday, October 28th at 5pm, SDC 109

Get ready to take the lead in your education! In creating a degree plan you will have the ability to strategically plan courses to meet graduation requirements. Students will learn how to read and understand their degree requirements in Degree Works (the "Plans" tool in Degree Works). Now you will know exactly which courses are planned for each semester of their degree plan.

View our Fall 2026 Workshop Schedule on the My Academics portal page under Student Success Center: https://alfredstateedu14176.sharepoint.com/sites/MyAcademics