Academics

ASC faculty recognize how poverty impacts students

 “As part of our Professional Development Week we try to avail our faculty opportunities to learn more about our students and where they are coming from. The simulation allowed our faculty to participate and understand better what some of our students’ lives may be like outside of college and it gives us opportunity to have conversations in the classroom.”  Danyelle O'Brien Read Article

ASC Alum Patricia Orsini Nilsen shines on the world stage

Patricia Orsini Nilsen, ’95, represented the United States and brought home a pair of gold medals at the Intersteno Congress in Katowice, Poland. Read Article

Pioneer Summer Adventures – The Great Race

“Having to trust the other guys on the team when we worked on the truck in a parking lot every night or trusting our navigator was crucial for our success in the race.”   Carter Polhamus Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Tara Smith

“I touch many aspects of construction which requires knowledge of pretty much every facet of construction. I am involved with projects from the time that they bid to the time that they are completed. Without my degrees from Alfred, I would not have that foundation.”  Tara Smith Read Article

Alfred State celebrates the opening of the Walter Sass Surveying Lab

"I am very impressed with what is going on here and very honored to be part of this college. We will continue to try to recruit Alfred State students and continue to be a friend to the college.” Walter Sass, '78 Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Will Banner

“They look out for your best interest. If you are a worker, they have your back all the time. We have so much equipment to work with here and the teachers really fight for us and make us feel supported.” Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Ruok'Tain Williams

“The professors have been the driving force behind me. When I did not believe in myself, they were there telling me to keep working. They helped me gain more confidence.” Ruok'Tain Williams Read Article

Alfred State featured in Higher Education Review magazine

“Alfred State stands as a testament to the enduring value of agricultural education. After scrutinizing the top universities and colleges in USA, Higher Education Review has selected the top performers who have showcased exceptional academic expertise." Jantha Evangeline, editor of Higher Education Review. Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Angie Jimenez

“I got this gut feeling that this was going to be a good fit for me. I found a new family, I found my dance team girls, my nursing program and my professors are amazing.” Angie Jimenez Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Brandon Clark

“I love the labs that we get to apply what we were learning in the classrooms. Working on projects with other classmates really helped instill what I learned from the professors. The professors really care about your education and will help you any wat that they can.” Brandon Clark Read Article