School of Arts and Sciences

College Library Celebrates Women’s History Month with Historic Quilt Exhibit

The exhibition coincides with Women’s History Month, as quilt making was one of the most significant forms of artistic expression historically available to women. The library will hold a special reception with refreshments Wednesday, March 12, from 4-6 p.m. Read Article

College Honors Seminar Discusses New Marijuana Laws

In the wake of both Colorado and Washington State’s legalization of recreational marijuana this January, Alfred State Professor Wayne Bensley met with members of the college’s Honors Program on Feb. 17 to explain these changes, delving into the history behind the laws, the financial and political factors of the decision, and even the chemistry of the drug itself. Read Article

Drama Club Presents Dinner Theater Production of Loco-Motion, Commotion, Dr. Gorilla and Me

Mystery meets comedy in Alfred State Drama Club’s dinner theater production of the mystery-thriller parody, Loco-Motion, Commotion, Dr. Gorilla and Me, written by Tim Kelly and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. The performance will run April 3-5 at Lake Lodge on 6107 Terbury Road in Alfred Station. Read Article

Alfred State Hosts the Student Assembly of the State University of New York

During the meeting the group discussed many topics pertaining to the students of SUNY, including child care, Long Island College Hospital (LICH), and the appointment of three new directors to SA’s executive cabinet. Read Article

Alfred State to Participate in Annual SUNY Financial Aid Day

The Alfred State Office of Student Records and Financial Services will participate in the annual SUNY Financial Aid Day, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, beginning at 9 a.m., in the EJ Brown Business Building, room 414, on the Alfred campus. This workshop is open to all prospective college students and their families, including those who do not plan to attend Alfred State. Read Article

Alfred State and Alfred University to Compete in U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015

Alfred State and Alfred University have been selected to compete in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015 in Irvine, California. The Solar Decathlon is an award-winning program that challenges 20 collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive. Read Article

Upcoming Courses on Investigating Animal Attacks and Dealing with Aggressive Animal Behavior

The Center for Community Education and Training is offering two new courses this April, featuring noted guest speaker Jim Crosby, a retired Jacksonville, Fla., police lieutenant. Crosby has professionally trained dogs, taught individual and group obedience classes, and addressed canine behavior problems since 1999. Read Article

College Library Presents the Work of Artist Betsy Kent

The Hinkle Library at Alfred State is pleased to present the work of noted western New York artist Betsy Kent during the month of February. The exhibit will feature her watercolor paintings and painted silk pieces. Read Article

Alfred State Welcomes New Employees

As the new semester officially opens, Alfred State proudly welcomes 15 new employees. Read Article

Local Colleges to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by Serving in the Community

On Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, Alfred State and Alfred University will be working together to host a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. Read Article