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Visual effect Pioneer Dean Lyon speaks with Alfred State DMA students

“One reason for giving back is that we need to continue to grow the industry with new talent. I also get to learn from young people as I teach them.” - Dean Lyon Read Article

Educational Foundation of Alfred, Inc. continues to support student scholarships

“Alfred State provided a scholarship that made college more affordable for me and my family. It was a larger scholarship than I received from any of the other schools I looked at.” - Nehemiah Abelard-Johnson Read Article

Sorrento students compete in global design competition

"Initiatives such as this highlight a shared commitment to experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing students to address real-world global challenges through creativity and innovation.” -Marco Marino Read Article

Alfred AMA student chapter members attend International Collegiate Conference

“The conference provided our members with the opportunity to network with employers outside of the NY area, engage with students from across the country, and see what type of competitions we can enter for the future." - Susan Gorman Read Article

Students spend spring break volunteering with Habit for Humanity

Six Alfred State College (ASC) students and a pair of staff members spent spring break working with Habitat for Humanity in Myrtle Beach, SC. The trip was part of the Alternative Spring Break service initiative coordinated through the Center for Civic Leadership.

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Adams receives Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for Student Excellence

“If you had told me back in high school when I was failing all my classes and constantly getting kicked out of class that I was going to one day be honored with an award for academic excellence and achievement in college, I would've  said that I am probably not the type of guy who would receive such a thing.” - Elijah Adams Read Article

Pair of Open House programs scheduled

Alfred State will host a pair of Open House events this spring to allow prospective students and their families to experience the college. Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Connor Groham

“One of the cool experiences that I have had here at Alfred State is that my younger brother is also in the construction management program and we are actually both going to go work for LeChase Construction after we're done here.” - Connor Groham Read Article

Alfred State wins national honors in Educational Advertising Awards

In 2026, Alfred State launched the Pioneer Pathways Podcast, answering frequently asked questions from parents of prospective students. Read Article

Alfred State hosts Skills USA competition for 37th time

“This event is always one of the highlights of the year for me. Our long-standing partnership with SkillsUSA makes it especially rewarding to welcome students competing on both campuses. Congratulations to everyone who took part, and best wishes to those moving on to the New York State competition.” - Mike Ronan Read Article