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Alfred State alumna named Allegany County administrator

The Allegany County Board of Legislators recently appointed Carissa Knapp, a 1998 graduate of Alfred State’s liberal arts and social sciences program, as the new county administrator. Read Article

Alfred State applauds new Allegany County branding

Alfred State College is proud of the new brand name that aims to bolster the identity of Allegany County. Read Article

Emeritus Professor Morgan speaks at 11th Annual Burns Supper

Morgan’s talk focused on Burns’ young life in Ayrshire, Scotland, and influences on the poet in the years before he became a celebrated figure, first in Scotland and, in a short time, in Europe and the United States. Read Article

Scholars return for start of new semester

Among those returning were hundreds of scholars who made the dean’s list for the fall 2019 semester. To be listed, students must have completed at least 12 credit hours for the semester and earned a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) out of a possible 4.0. Read Article

Business programs granted accreditation

Programs now accredited by IACBE include: business administration (AS), marketing (AAS), sport management (AS), accounting (AAS), financial planning (BBA), technology management (BBA), business administration (BBA), and sport management (BBA). Read Article

Allegany County Colleges, Non-Profits, and Government Collaborate to Host Startup Allegany Collegiate Competition

This innovative, collaborative event invites students from all three colleges, and all disciplines, to participate in an entrepreneurial-focused event that seeks to develop creative solutions to real-world challenges.  Read Article

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