Department News
Alfred State adds four-year criminal justice major
Fri, Apr 21st, 2017
Students pursuing careers in law enforcement and public safety now have both two- and four-year degree options at Alfred State, with the recent addition of a Bachelor of Science (BS) in criminal justice.
Professors, Alfred State Honors Program students discuss Trump presidency
Thu, Apr 6th, 2017
The Alfred State Honors Program partnered with the college’s Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences recently to host “President Donald Trump: The First 60 Days.”
Symposium tackles upcoming presidential election
Mon, Oct 31st, 2016
Titled “Presidential Election 2016,” the evening’s center point was a conversation with Alfred University Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Heineman, and Alfred State Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences Dr. Rex Olson regarding the prolonged, and often contentious political campaign between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
Dr. Kellogg authors new book on boy detective Barry Baskerville
Thu, Oct 6th, 2016
“Barry Baskerville's Blue Bicycle” shows children how close observations and logical deductions can improve their problem-solving skills. The hero of the story is a precocious youngster named Barry Baskerville who dreams of becoming a great detective like Sherlock Holmes.
Discover the story of Alfred State during Allegany County History Awareness Week
Tue, Sep 13th, 2016
Visitors to the David A. Howe Library in Wellsville from Wednesday, Sept. 21 to Friday, Sept. 23 will have a chance to learn more about the history of Alfred State as part of Allegany County History Awareness Week, which runs from Sept. 19-25.
New psychology minor available
Fri, Sep 9th, 2016
Dr. Jill Amati, chair of the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department, which houses the minor, said, “The psychology minor is a great addition for our students. It complements Alfred State’s baccalaureate programs and offers students the opportunity to specialize their degree plan in a way that relates to their major.”
Dr. Kellogg authors article on science fiction novels
Tue, Aug 9th, 2016
Kellogg writes frequently about detective fiction and the world of science fiction. He is the creator of a popular series of books for children featuring boy detective Barry Baskerville. The most recent entry, “Barry Baskerville Traps a Thief,” is available at the Amazon website.
Psi Beta honor society receives five new members
Mon, May 2nd, 2016
Five students were recently inducted into the Psi Beta honor society, an organization that promotes interest in the study of psychology at two-year colleges.
Dr. Kellogg authors story for sports fans
Wed, Mar 30th, 2016
Dr. Richard Kellogg, professor emeritus of psychology at Alfred State, is the author of a story appearing in a new book for sports fans titled “All American Sports Stories” (Airship 27, 2016).
Dr. Kellogg authors article on fictional spy Colonel Peter Trees
Tue, Mar 1st, 2016
Dr. Richard Kellogg, professor emeritus of psychology, 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 “Colonel Peter Trees: John Quirk's Master Spy.”