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Plans are progressing as Alfred State will begin operating the Collegiate Restaurant, a landmark restaurant for over one hundred years in the village of Alfred. After multiple generations of service, the Ninos family has entrusted Alfred State to manage the restaurant as a learning lab for students.

Since Alfred State President Dr. Steven Mauro announced that the college would take over operation of the restaurant, plans have been put into high gear to continue the tradition of serving great food to a great community.

Third-year Alfred State architecture students studying at the Sant’Anna Institute in Sorrento, Italy, participated in the eighth annual HOME Competition developed and coordinated by architect and author Duo Dickinson, FAIA. Ella Brenner (Eden, NY) and Mason Myers (Richmond, VA) came away from the competition with honors.

Alfred State’s Julie Abbey, Bob Haley, and Zeda Thomas were honored with Pioneer Awards at the annual Recognition Celebration.

The Pioneer Award acknowledges those who have demonstrated commitment and dedication to the college’s mission and goals, have made contributions that have had a measurable positive impact on college operations, are seen as positive role models that show creativity and initiative, and have shown a consistent level of exceptional performance throughout their employment.

Alfred State College (ASC) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Liping Jiang as the next Dean of the School of Architecture, Management, and Engineering Technology (SAMET). Jiang will begin her new role on June 5, bringing a proven record of academic leadership, student support, and industry-driven innovation.

Cole Bingham and Crystal Paulsen were sworn in by Alfred State President Dr. Steven Mauro as the college’s newest University Police Officers.

Photos: University Police Swearing In

“We are excited to add Cole and Crystal to our force,” commented Chief of Police Jeff Wilcox. “Their skills and abilities complement our staff and will ensure the safety of our students and those in our college community.”

Memorial Day 2025

As we observe Memorial Day, I invite the Alfred State community to pause and honor the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their selflessness and bravery have safeguarded the freedoms we cherish. We are forever grateful, and we remember them with pride and deep respect.

Sincerely,

Steven Mauro, Ph.D.
President
 

Alfred State honored employees celebrating service milestones at the annual employee recognition luncheon. The event also honored retirees, and Craig Clark was awarded the Pioneer Spotlight Award.

Craig Clark and Rebecca Comer were honored for thirty-five years of service while John Garippa was recognized for thirty years of service at the college.

Four students from Alfred State College’s Architecture and Design Department participated in an inter-campus collaboration with Alfred University, working under the guidance of the Southern Tier Architectural Resource Center (STAR) and Professor Alan Vlakancic. This semester-long initiative focused on exploring innovative uses of terra cotta, a material deeply rooted in the region’s history.

The Alfred State Archery team wrapped up its 2025 campaign at the USA Archery Collegiate Target Nationals in East Lansing, MI.

Sophomore Brandon Stanton (Union Springs, NY - Electrical Engineering) set a new school record with a score of 685 in his qualification round, setting himself as a top 20 seed and earning a first-round bye in the elimination rounds.  

Alfred State College (ASC) will welcome back alumni and friends for the annual Alumni Reunion Weekend, June 6-8.

“We have a lot of exciting events planned and we can’t wait to welcome back alumni,” commented ASC Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations John Lewis. “We are offering attendees the opportunity to stay at the renovated MacKenzie Complex, honoring a trio of distinguished of alumni, and allowing everyone to reconnect with their alma mater.”