Week of Welcome
When new students move onto campus in the fall, they’ll receive a Week of Welcome (WOW) schedule with many activities planned to start the semester right. Be sure you've signed up for Summer 2026 Orientation!
We're excited to host over 100 optional events this week! Please download CORQ to know what is happening on campus. There are many diverse options to choose from and you do not want to miss any opportunities. Plan each day's journey ahead of time and stay connected."
Three young women smile and hold a caricature drawing during a campus event, standing in front of a blue and gold display wall.
Students ride inflatable bumper cars during a recreational campus event in a gymnasium decorated with Alfred State colors and branding.
Three students collaborate on a hands on classroom activity, working together at a table with project materials and documents in a computer lab.
Students participate in a laboratory activity, using dye and materials at workstations while completing a hands on learning exercise in a science classroom.
Students and an instructor participate in a hands on textile dyeing activity in a laboratory classroom, demonstrating techniques and discussing project results.
Please Note: Northstar Technical Competency Assessment is Mandatory for all new students!
SAMET
August 25 - 28, 2026 Schedule
Architecture
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 9-10:30 AM | Northstar Testing (EJB 314, 414, 417) |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 12:15-2:30 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 417) Breakout Rooms: 415, 420, 424 |
| Thursday, August 27 | 11 AM-12:15 PM | Team Graphic Competition Activity (SET 417) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (SET 417) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Business
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 11 AM-12:30 PM | Northstar Testing (EJB 314, 415, 416) |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 1-3:30 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 215) |
| Thursday, August 27 | 9-11 AM | Networking: Get to Know Students/Faculty Activity (EJ 119) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (EJ 119) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Civil Engineering Technology
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 9-10:30 AM | Northstar Testing (EJB 314, 415, 416) |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 12:15-2:30 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 347) Breakout Rooms: 326, 327, 329 |
| Thursday, August 27 | 12:15-2:30 PM | Build the Tallest Structure Activity (SET 347) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (SET 347) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Computer Information Technology
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 11 AM-12:30 PM | Northstar Testing (EJB 314, 414, 417) |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 1-3:30 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 443) Breakout Rooms: 440, 446 |
| Thursday, August 27 | 1-3:30 PM | Informed Design Lab (SET 443) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (SET 443) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Digital Media & Animation
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 11:30 AM-2 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 204) Breakout Rooms: 303, 305 |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 3-4:30 PM | Northstar Testing (EJB314, 414, 417) |
| Thursday, August 27 | 11:30 AM-2 PM | Animation (SET 305) Screen Printing (SET 303) Game Jam (SET 204) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (SET 417) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology
| Day | Time | Activity & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 26 | 11:30 AM-2 PM | Lunch (CDH) / Department Meeting (SET 396) Breakout Rooms: 378, 384, 390, 394 |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 3-4:30 PM | Northstar Testing (EJB 314, 415, 416) |
| Thursday, August 27 | 3-4:30 PM | Walk Your Schedule Activity (SET 396) |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lunch | Lunch on Your Own |
| Friday, August 28 | 10-10:45 AM | Department Meeting (SET 417) |
| Friday, August 28 | 11 AM-Noon | New Student Convocation (Orvis Activity Center) |
| Friday, August 28 | Noon-2 PM | Lunch / Activities Fair |
Departments
Architecture & Design
- Architecture Technology (AAS, BS)
- Architecture (BArch)
- Interior Design (AS)
Business
- Accounting (AAS)
- Business Administration (AS, BBA)
- Court and Realtime Reporting (AAS, CERT)
- Financial Planning (BBA)
- Marketing (AAS, BBA)
- Sport Management (AS, BBA)
- Technology Management (BBA)
- Voice Writing (CERT)
Civil Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology (BS)
- Construction Engineering Tech (AAS)
- Construction Management (BS)
- Construction Supervision (BTech)
- Surveying & Geomatics Engineering Technology (AAS, BS)
Computer & Information Technology
- Computer Information Systems (AAS)
- Computer Science
- Information Technology: Applications Software Development (BTech)
- Information Technology: Network Administration (BTech)
- Information Technology: Web Development (BTech)
- Cyber Security (BTech)
Digital Media & Animation
- Digital & Media Animation (AAS, BS)
- Graphic & Media Design (AS, BS)
- Game and Interactive Design (AS, BS)
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering Technology (AAS, BS)
- Computer Engineering Technology (AAS, BS)
- Mechatronics Technology (AAS, BS)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (AAS, BS)
SAS
Departments
- Agriculture & Veterinary Technology
- Allied Health
- English & Humanities
- Individual Studies
- Mathematics & Physics
- Nursing
- Physical & Life Sciences
SAT
Departments
- Automotive Trades
- Building Trades
- Culinary Arts
- Electrical, Machine Tool & Welding Technology
Wednesday, August 26
8 AM to 3 PM
Tool Drop-off
Move-In Day for the School of Applied Technology students:
- Auto Trades
- Building Trades
- Culinary & Baking
- Electrical
- CNC Machining
- Welding
Thursday, August 27
8 AM - 3 PM
Tool Drop-off
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Department Meeting (mandatory). Meet fellow students and faculty in your major. Locations are:
- Automotive Trades (Auto Service, Autobody, Truck & Diesel and Motorsports), Freshman Auto building, Front Shop
- Building Trades ( Building Construction, Masonry, HVAC, and HEO), Culinary Arts, The Rig
- CNC Machining, Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Ctr., Senior Main Lab
- Culinary Arts and Baking, Culinary Arts, The Refinery Restaurant
- Electrical, Pioneer Student Union, Gym (side 1)
- Welding, Pioneer Student Union, Gym (side 2)
10:15 AM - 11 AM
Getting ready for day one of operation!
- Connect with your tool vendor representative
- Classroom setup
- Laboratory orientation and equipment setup
10:45 AM
Picnic lunch, provided by ACES, The Rig (and outdoor space)
WELLSVILLE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE: 8:30 AM and 8:45 AM
Pick-up in Alfred via the shuttle stops around Campus. Buses will leave Wellsville campus to return to Alfred at 11:30 AM, noon, and 12:30PM.
Featured Optional Activity
10:15 AM - 11 AM OR 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Scavenger hunt activity, meet at the Pioneer Student Union, 1st Floor. Students will have an opportunity to roam the campus and see the sites:
- Explore over 15 campus buildings
- Check out the Wellsville Campus Student Success Center
- Tour the Pioneer Student Lounge
- Go see the Wellsville Library
- Must stop and see the Wellsville Campus Bookstore
12:30 PM
Final Dismissal. Final bus departs for Alfred.
Friday, August 28
8 AM - 3 PM
Tool Drop-off
10:15 AM
Department Mixers (mandatory). Meeting locations for students to connect with instructors and attend the New Student Convocation together:
- Culinary Arts and Baking—Student Leadership Center, Room 408
- Electrical, CNC Machining & Welding—The Terrace, Central Dining Hall, 2nd Floor
- Auto Service, Autobody, Motorsports and Truck and Diesel—East side of the Orvis Gym
- Building Construction, Masonry, HVAC and HEO—West side of the Orvis Gym
11:00 AM
New Student Convocation, Orvis Gym, All new students and faculty