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Current and Retired Faculty and Staff Power the Pioneer Fund

At Alfred State, students are supported by donors from across the country and championed by the very people who know them best. From professors in the 
classroom to staff behind the scenes, Alfred State employees are deeply committed to the mission of transforming lives through education. 

It’s no surprise that many also choose to give generously to the Pioneer Fund.

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Alfred State receives a $474,000 grant to create robotic pathways

Alfred State has been awarded $474,019 in funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) through an Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grant. The grant will support a project led by Assistant Professors Jessica Hutchison and Dr. Mohamed Eleshaky entitled “Developing a Robotics and Automation Technician Pathway for the Agricultural and Industrial Sectors.”

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Alfred State earns #1 honors for teaching excellence and affordability

Our professors bring real-world expertise into the classroom. They know the industries, they know the careers, and they teach what matters most for students’ futures. Students and families want proof that a college degree leads somewhere meaningful, and our faculty delivers every day. This honor reflects their commitment and validates our brand promise that Pioneers are PROS! as professionals guiding students toward bright futures.” Carrie Cokely Read Article

Alfred State enjoys an elite Homecoming

Picture perfect weather, great food, football, and fireworks were enjoyed by Alfred State students, their families, friends, and alumni as the college celebrated Homecoming. 

Homecoming Photo Gallery
Homecoming Video Recap

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Alfred State launches $40M campaign: Unleashing Potential

Alfred State College (ASC) kicked off Homecoming 2025 by launching the largest comprehensive campaign in school history, Unleashing Potential. With the silent phase completed, ASC announced that more than $32 million has already been raised toward the $40 million goal.

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Seeing is believing as Alfred State continues enrollment growth

“At Alfred State, we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality education grounded in applied learning across every program." - Kishan Zuber Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Jarod Maciejewski

Jarod Maciejewski came to Alfred State with experience working with heavy equipment and added to his knowledge base with a degree in truck & diesel technician. Read Article

September 11: Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance

September 11: Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance

Today, we pause to honor and remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We reflect on the devastating attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard United Airlines Flight 93, and we hold in our hearts the families and communities forever changed by that day.

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Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner

“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events. Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.” - John Lewis Read Article

Pioneer PROfiles - Nayomie Ferrer

The opportunity to continue to play volleyball and to explore her passion for creativity and design led Nayomie Ferrer (San Juan, Puerto Rico) to Alfred State and the architectural technology program. Read Article