Alumni News

Alfred State alum helping with local hand sanitizer production

When Justin Recktenwald noticed a Facebook post about a local business converting alcohol into hand sanitizer, he saw an opportunity to help out and make a positive impact on his community.  Read Article

Kindness blooms at Alfred State alumna’s flower shop

Danielle White, executive director of Institutional Advancement at Alfred State, said, “During difficult times, it is always wonderful to hear about our alumni doing incredible acts of kindness." Read Article

Institutional Advancement Office welcomes two new hires

Effective March 19, Sammons assumed the role of interim director of Alumni Relations. Brintle will begin serving as the new associate director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations beginning March 23. Read Article

Alfred State alum, Paychex founder Tom Golisano authors new book

An entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader, Golisano graduated from Alfred State in 1962 with a degree in general business management. In 1971, he founded Paychex, a leading national provider of payroll, human resource, and benefit outsourcing solutions for more than a half-million small and medium-sized businesses. Read Article

Auto Trades program gets a ‘lift’ from generous alum

“The lift is an incredibly generous donation that will be used for educational and campus support purposes for many years to come,” Eric Wilmot said. Read Article

Expert level achieved

“Those skills that I learned 12 years ago, I still use today as the head of product at a startup,” Doty said. “I really can’t thank Alfred State enough for giving me that education and opportunity to grow and find success.” Read Article

Pioneer Pub Reopens for ASC Reunion Weekend

On Saturday from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. the Pioneer Pub will once again be open for drinks, dancing, and food as alumni and friends gather to celebrate Alfred State and share memories of their time at the college. The event includes a DJ, snacks, and a cash bar. Admission is $10 per person. Read Article

ASC alumnus Elwell named CIO at Level Financial Advisors

Steven Elwell has come a long way since graduating from Alfred State College with a degree in financial planning in 2007. Originally starting as an intern, Elwell has since worked his way up at Level Financial Advisors to become the company’s chief investment officer (CIO).  Read Article

A sweet history of success

Brian Perry, the executive vice president, chairman, and an owner of Perry’s, is both a fourth-generation member of the 100-year-old business, as well as a second-generation Alfred State Pioneer. Read Article

Alumni reminisce and renovate during community service trip

United by their Alfred State College roots and a desire to make a difference, a group of ASC alumni came together recently to upgrade the infrastructure at Lions Camp Badger.  Read Article