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WNY Works builds skills to launch fulfilling careers

“WNY Works is a collaborative effort to heighten awareness and interest in associate degrees, certificates, and non-credit training to provide the knowledge and skills necessary for individuals to launch high-demand careers. The goal of this effort, in part, is to reframe perceptions of learning opportunities that lead to careers such as highly skilled trades and technical opportunities in manufacturing.” Betsy Penrose - VP of ASC Enrollment Management Read Article

Conor Compton qualifies for NCAA National Championships

Alfred State College first year diver Conor Compton (Rexford, NY/Niskayuna – Heavy Equipment Operations) earned a spot a the NCAA Division III National Championships with a 2nd place finish in the 3m diving competition at the NCAA Regionals held at Ithaca College. Read Article

Jessalyn Corson advances to IHSA Semifinals

Alfred State’s Jessalyn Corson (Apalachin, NY) rode her way to the IHSA Semifinals with a strong showing at the Western Regionals held at Alfred University’s Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center. Read Article

Alfred State DMA to host Student Animation and Film Festival

“There are high school and junior college students working on animation and film projects all over the state. We wanted to showcase their great work and give them a channel to share their work with others. We also hope they explore what we have to offer here at Alfred State to enhance their education.” - Larry Neuberger: Digital Media and Animation Department Chair Read Article

Gabriel Cooks honored as a Newman Civic Fellow

“It humbles me not only to serve others without expecting reimbursement but also to be able to motivate those around me to help others and to understand and respect counterparts in different aspects of their lives.” Gabriel Cooks Read Article

Swimming & Diving teams win AMCC Championships

Both the Alfred State men’s and women’s swimming & diving teams won AMCC Championships. The men’s team also claimed the overall team title for the Allegheny Empire Championship. Read Article

Alfred State celebrates Douglass Day

“So much care has been put into creating a meaningful engagement opportunity by the Douglass Day organizers and their efforts have resulted in an incredible crowdsourced initiative that broadens perspectives and invites an international community to explore and digitally preserve important narratives." Cyan Corwine - Director of Global Engagement and Civic Wellbeing Read Article

Wrestling team claims inaugural AMCC Championship

The Alfred State wrestling team won eight individual weight class titles as they raced to the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference (AMCC) championship on Sunday afternoon. The Pioneers scored 136 team points in the inaugural championship event held at Penn State Behrend. Read Article

Alfred, New York is named the Ultimate College Town

“Living in the Ultimate US College Town gives you access to both beautiful campuses and a supportive tight-knit community, including world-class faculty who judge their achievements by how students succeed at launching their careers. With students making up 85 percent of all residents in our village, you know we are student-centered." Alfred State President Dr. Steven Mauro Read Article

Project Prom Dress to be held April 8

“You don’t need a certain dress or style to be beautiful – you have the power to make any dress, no matter the shape or size, look gorgeous on you,” commented Marina Miketish on behalf of her fellow sisters of Delta Chi Omega. “This event ties in so well with our other philanthropy project, Project Pearl, which teaches Love Your Body, Love Yourself.” Read Article