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Top 20 Alfred State degrees that employers are seeking in 2017
Wed, December 21, 2016
Finding a job after graduating from college doesn’t have to be a challenge. In some career fields, employers cannot fill positions quickly enough, as the number of openings is much greater than the number of qualified, college-educated candidates available.
Alfred State reflects on top stories for 2016
Tue, December 20, 2016
“The success of our students and ways for us to further support their development, those are the sort of events that mean the most to me when looking back at the year,” stated President Dr. Skip Sullivan. “I want to congratulate the students, faculty, staff, and alumni who all made incredible contributions to the college in 2016.”
Alfred State named a Top 40 Automotive School in the nation
Fri, December 16, 2016
The addition of a new motorcycle and power sports technology degree illustrates how Alfred State’s Automotive Trades Department is preparing tomorrow’s technicians for successful careers. That dedication to excellence has earned Alfred State a place among CJ Pony Parts’ top 40 automotive schools in the nation.
Therapy dogs comfort students during finals week
Thu, December 15, 2016
For those Alfred State students feeling a little dog-eared while studying for their finals, a group of 10 canines was able to provide some much-needed comfort and relief on Monday at the Hinkle Memorial Library.
Winter weather not slowing construction work at Alfred State
Wed, December 14, 2016
It may be the postal carriers who are known for promising that their work won’t stop at the whim of the weather, but construction workers at Alfred State’s Pioneer Stadium are giving the postal service some competition.
Dr. Kellogg authors article on ‘True Grit’ character Rooster Cogburn
Tue, December 13, 2016
Dr. Richard Kellogg, professor emeritus of psychology at Alfred State, is the author of an article appearing in the most recent issue of Paperback Parade, a quarterly journal for readers and book collectors. The article is titled “Rooster Cogburn Rides Again.”
Pioneer pride makes Day of Giving a major success
Mon, December 12, 2016
Thanks to 680 donors, Alfred State greatly surpassed its goals for its inaugural Day of Giving on Nov. 29.
Theta Gamma/Pi Nu reunions still going strong
Wed, December 7, 2016
For more than 50 years, a group of Alfred State Gamma Theta Gamma brothers and Pi Nu Epsilon sisters have made it a point to get together at least twice a year for a reunion. They come together to laugh, tell stories, and to simply enjoy being in one another’s company.
Late alum’s passion, generosity live on through scholarship
Tue, December 6, 2016
For more than 40 years, Alfred State alum Frank Oppedisano worked at Postler & Jaeckle Corp., which made a $50,000 donation to the college to create a scholarship in Oppedisano’s memory.
Alfred State’s own Santa Claus to appear on national TV
Tue, December 6, 2016
This yuletide, Nickerson, a project manager/architectural engineering designer at Alfred State, is making a rather special appearance as Kris Kringle, one that will be seen by millions of people all across the US on Dec. 12 when they tune into ABC’s “The Great Christmas Light Fight” from 8-10 p.m.
Building a better construction workforce to meet demand
Tue, December 6, 2016
Working alongside industry stakeholders, Alfred State offers a range of comprehensive, targeted programs that get students into their fields with the skill sets industry needs.
Nursing program celebrating 50th anniversary
Fri, December 2, 2016
Like clockwork for 20 years now, past faculty members of the Alfred State Nursing Department have returned to the Southern Tier in the fall for a reunion. This year, they had even more reason to celebrate, with the college’s first nursing program marking its golden anniversary.
Preventing and addressing workplace harassment training set for Dec. 14
Thu, December 1, 2016
Wendy Dresser-Recktenwald, senior director of Human Resources and the Center for Community Education and Training, said, “Alfred State is once again pleased to bring a high-quality expert on this subject to the Southern Tier to train our businesses. Sara Visingard has extensive experience in nonprofit law and we are excited to have her with us.”
International Education Week highlights cultural diversity
Thu, December 1, 2016
Celebrating the many different cultures represented at Alfred State, as well as the benefits of international education and exchange, the college recently hosted a weeklong series of events to coincide with International Education Week (IEW).