Student and Faculty Success

EOP Leadership Summer Prep Academy aids flooding victims

“Without the Alfred State EOP students, we would not have had the capacity to help so many residents in dire need. When demolishing water-damaged walls and floors, hauling debris, and even “mucking flood mud,” the students did so with energy, enthusiasm, and care.” Joy OverackerSteuben County Habitat for Humanity.  Read Article

Alfred State welcomes newest class of Pioneers

“I remember when I first got here all I wanted to do was pass my classes and leave. I wanted to fly under the radar and chill. I realized nothing good comes without change. All my friends and experiences on campus have proven that. I would encourage you to embrace change, instead of fearing it.”  Isaiah Dempson Read Article

ASC faculty recognize how poverty impacts students

 “As part of our Professional Development Week we try to avail our faculty opportunities to learn more about our students and where they are coming from. The simulation allowed our faculty to participate and understand better what some of our students’ lives may be like outside of college and it gives us opportunity to have conversations in the classroom.”  Danyelle O'Brien Read Article

Pioneer Summer Adventures – The Great Race

“Having to trust the other guys on the team when we worked on the truck in a parking lot every night or trusting our navigator was crucial for our success in the race.”   Carter Polhamus Read Article

Pair of Pioneers place at SkillsUSA National Championships

“This group of students represented the college well. It is always amazing to be part of such a large competition with high school and college students competing and showing what they can do in such a wide variety of competitions and the students always shine as strong Pioneers. I look forward to this trip every year.” Dean Jeff Stevens Read Article

Seven to represent Alfred State at Skills USA National Championships

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

Dean’s list honors 926 Alfred State students

“I am proud of the effort and hard work that these students have put in. I encourage not only these students, but all our students, to continue to strive for academic excellence.” Carrie Cokely Read Article

Pioneer Awards given to Bennett, Curran, Smith, and Williams

Alfred State’s Cory Bennett, Lois Curran, Frank Smith, and Joy Williams were honored with Pioneer Awards at the annual Recognition Celebration. Read Article

Justin Dix and Jon Nickerson honored with Leadership through Civic Engagement award

Justin Dix, an instructor in the electrical construction and maintenance electrician program, and Jon Nickerson, director of facilities, were the recipients of the Leadership through Civic Engagement award. Read Article

Lynda Merring, George Merry, Julie Rose, Erin Vitale honored with Chancellor’s Award

Lynda Merring, George Merry, Julie Rose, and Erin Vitale were honored for earning SUNY Chancellor Awards at the annual Alfred State Employee Recognition Celebration. Read Article