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Esports scoring big at colleges

As the exciting world of competitive gaming continues to increase in popularity, many colleges across the nation are launching, investing in, and growing their own Esports teams. Read Article

Project Prom Dress to be held March 22

“Every year, we have the pleasure of working with local school districts in Allegany and surrounding counties to offer these gowns and accessories free of charge to girls in need in order to make their prom night less of a financial burden,” said Sandra Burdick, event concierge at Alfred State. Read Article

Honoring Dr. King’s legacy through Spirit of Service Awards

One way in which Alfred State pays tribute to Dr. King is by honoring those who represent his spirit of service. This year, the college will host its 10th annual Celebration of Service Award Ceremony at 5 p.m. Jan. 28 at the Union University Church community room, 29 N. Main St. in Alfred. Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Juwan Gross

In addition to receiving a quality education, Juwan also enjoys being a Pioneer because of the atmosphere at Alfred State. Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Deborah Huppman

Small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention also played a role in Deborah’s decision to become a Pioneer. Read Article

Alfred State instructor’s liver donation story gains national attention

Alfred State Electrical, Machine Tool, and Welding Technology Department Instructor Sean Kelley recently lost 40 pounds in order to be able to donate a portion of his liver to save his 1-year-old son, Sawyer, who has a genetic disorder called Alagille syndrome and needed a liver transplant. Read Article

President Sullivan asks employees ‘Who packed your parachute?’

In his spring 2020 Opening Remarks speech, President Dr. Skip Sullivan asked employees to take a moment to thank these individuals and to realize the important role that they play or have played in their own lives. Read Article

Applications now open for Alfred State Police Academy

To access the application and to view a checklist for joining the police academy, visit www.alfredstate.edu/police-academy/application. Applications must be printed, filled out by hand, and submitted by mail. Read Article

Students to continue working on signs for Wellsville

Alfred State students will continue to gain valuable real-world, hands-on learning experience while helping the local community this spring by working on two newly constructed welcome signs in Wellsville. Read Article

Dr. Kellogg authors article on the novel ‘Peyton Place’

Dr. Richard Kellogg, professor emeritus of psychology at Alfred State College, is the author of an article that appears in the most recent issue of Paperback Parade, a quarterly publication for paperback readers and collectors. The article is titled “Revisiting Peyton Place.” Read Article