Alumni & Donor Stories

Picture perfect day for the Alfred State Open

Thu, Sep 19th, 2024

“This is really special because we started this tournament just amongst us playing for a little cup. We got the vision of expanding this and having an official Alfred State Open. My classmates totally supported the idea and having an event like this is a win for everybody." 

Gregory Haeseler, '78

Golisano makes largest gift in school history

Tue, Sep 17th, 2024

“Tom Golisano has built an amazing career after his time at Alfred State, and this gift is a game changer and will help so many future Pioneers. We are honored and beyond grateful that he thought so much of his alma mater to include us in this huge commitment to our area.” 

Dr. Steve Mauro.

ASC Alum Patricia Orsini Nilsen shines on the world stage

Mon, Aug 12th, 2024

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

Alfred State celebrates the opening of the Walter Sass Surveying Lab

Mon, Aug 5th, 2024

"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

New edition of Alfred State alumni magazine available

Tue, Jun 25th, 2024

In this edition of the Alumni Magazine, you can find links to stories that highlight the remarkable things taking place at Alfred State.

Tenth annual Alfred State Golf Tournament a success

Mon, Jun 24th, 2024

“The relationships built on this day are amazing and make this event so highly attended and sponsored. It is a great celebration for Alfred State and our students. We cannot thank our amazing donors and sponsors enough.”

Jason Sciotti

Alfred State celebrates Bethesda Foundation and new birthing simulator

Mon, Mar 18th, 2024

“What a great day to celebrate the amazing partnership we have had for over thirty years with the Bethesda Foundation. This new birthing simulation laboratory will not only impact our students here at Alfred State, but the impact will be felt throughout the southern tier.”

Dr. Steve Mauro

ASC alum Johnathon Helms finishes second in Elite Trades Championships

Fri, Jan 5th, 2024

"Alfred State is very proud of Johnathon and pleased that Hilliard Heating and Cooling is supportive of continuing to strengthen and challenge Johnathon's skills and abilities in the HVAC trade.” 

Jeffrey Stevens

Dean of the School of Applied Technology

Keyes to Success

Thu, Dec 14th, 2023

“When I got here in my second year, I joined the chorus and for the first time I learned the importance and joy of choral music. Anthony Cappadonia’s passion was unparalleled, and I learned for the first time what it was like to be part of a team. It taught me leadership and teamwork and gave me confidence.”

Jeffrey Keyes

Perry’s Ice Cream is scooped up by students at “The Nook”

Fri, Nov 17th, 2023

“This really symbolizes what we are all about here at Alfred State, family, and community. We are part of a family here with ACES, our students, our faculty and staff, and with our alumni like Brian. We are grateful to Brian and Perry’s.”

Dr. Steve Mauro