School of Arts and Sciences

Over 700 students experience Alfred State programs at VAST event

“We have students from all over Western New York and from as far away as the other side of Syracuse here. This is not a typical kind of open house. Most of the activities are interactive so they got to experience soldering, driving excavators, wiring electrical circuits, and judging dairy cows. There were forty activities and almost every department on campus was involved.” Phil Schroeder Chair of the Agriculture and Veterinary Technology Department Read Article

Ashley Clemente named a SUNY EOP Ambassador

“For more than 50 years, the Educational Opportunity Program has served as a guiding light toward upward mobility and student success for those who may not have had a clear path to college. Our EOP student ambassadors, many the first in their families to go to college, are a testament to what can be achieved with the support provided by the EOP." SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. Read Article

No. 1 ranked SUNY Regional College Alfred State grows enrollment by 20 percent in an extremely competitive higher education market

"We couldn’t be more pleased with all of our newest Pioneers as we continue to attract students from a wider geographic area and a more diverse student population." Dr. Steve Mauro Read Article

US News ranks Alfred State No. 1 thanks to student outcomes and faculty excellence

“We continue to accomplish great things here at Alfred State. These rankings illustrate our ability to provide hands-on, in-demand education that prepares our students to build a great future. It’s quite a compliment for a respected outside organization like US News to validate our success at student outcomes, career success, college reputation, and the excellence of our accomplished faculty.” Dr. Steve Mauro Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Sarah Rivet

“The professors really care about their students. They get to know you. The same thing happens with coaches. Everyone is here to build each other up help you move forward in your life.” Sarah Rivet Read Article

Jenna Zetwick receives Alfred State Student Advocate Award

“She is such a positive teacher that keeps our entire class going especially on the harder, more overwhelming days. She is like a mother and is our biggest supporter getting through this challenging program.” Student Advocate Award nominator Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Amanda Brady

“I found a club sport team in my area in high school and fell in love with the entire sport. When I came to Alfred, I met another friend interested in fencing and we started a new club together. It has grown ever since." Amanda Brady Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Aiden Kinney

The great thing about the major is that it is very customizable. Alongside your general electives you have a lot of options for what courses that you want to take that you think will better your college experience. I find that to be very appealing.” Aiden Kinney Read Article

Meet the Students - Chelsea Whitesell

“It is a small tight-knit class. We all know each other, and we all have bonded not only over the degree but our own personal experiences. We go through the difficult times together and celebrate the positive times.” Read Article

Alfred State Launches Microsite and Wins More Awards

“Alfred State is known for preparing graduates to hit the ground running with career skills and has a reputation for how our caring community of faculty and staff go above and beyond to support students.” Dr. Craig Clark, Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Economic Development. Read Article