Educational Foundation of Alfred Inc. News

“It is a good feeling knowing that I can take a wrecked car and make it safe again for a family to drive it. It is satisfying to know we can do that here. Many of my classmates will have the same opportunity throughout the school year.” 

Landon Spoonhower

The Educational Foundation of Alfred, Inc., a private foundation representing faculty, staff, and friends of Alfred State College (ASC), recently have added Amy Bennett and Spencer Peavey to their board.

Seven Alfred State students will represent the college at the National SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta, GA.  The competition takes place June 24-28.

Since the 2010-2011 academic year, the Foundation has provided funding to the college’s peer tutoring program. As a result, the program has fulfilled more than 2,482 student requests, providing more than 14,351 hours of support.

“I was pretty set on coming to Alfred State, but the scholarship really helped me make the decision. My experiences here have been nice thus far, I like it here. I definitely made the right choice.”

Mackenzie Dupra 

“These cars are great learning tools for our students. The repairs that the students perform are like what they will see when they get into the workplace. Challenges like this force our students to step up their skills and reinforces what they have learned during their time in this program.”

CJ Tremper

The Educational Foundation of Alfred, Inc., a private foundation representing faculty, staff, and friends of Alfred State College (ASC), recently added Justin Cornelius to their board. Kishan Zuber, the college’s new Vice President for Enrollment Management, has also joined as an ex-officio member. 

“Our students did a great job showcasing their skills and what they have learned in the classroom. I am excited to see how our students will do in Atlanta.”

Dr. Craig Clark - SkillsUSA College Postsecondary director and ASC Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs 

“My first year at Alfred State has been a very welcoming and exciting experience. Receiving a scholarship really made a difference on my decision and I love the opportunities I have had while being here. I am even more excited for next year and the impact ASC can make on my future.”

Andi Williamson

First year diagnostic medical sonography major

Peer tutoring services at Alfred State continue to benefit from the ongoing support of the Educational Foundation of Alfred, Inc. The generous annual donation of $6,500 has helped students achieve success and continue towards their academic goals.