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Alfred University EV charging stations benefit campus, local communities
Nov 13, 2025
As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, Alfred University has installed new electric vehicle charging stations on campus, providing convenient access for students, faculty, staff, local community members, and visitors who drive EVs.
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University’s Mentorship Day a big success
Oct 09, 2025
Alfred University’s second Mentorship Day, held Oct. 3, was a resounding success, bringing together more than 250 students and dozens of university alumni who returned to the campus to share expertise and job tips with undergraduates.
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Career fairs draw more than 320 students
Oct 02, 2025
Alfred University students last week explored their future steps into the professional world through two events hosted recently by the Career Development Center: the Graduate and Professional School Fair on Sept. 18 and the fall Job and Internship Fair on Sept. 25. Altogether, the fairs drew more than 320 students representing more than 40 different majors.
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Alfred University improves standing in latest U.S. News and World Report rankings
Sep 30, 2025
U.S. News & World Report recently released its annual rankings of colleges and universities and Alfred University is among the institutions of higher education recognized.
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Alfred University to host 100th Homecoming Celebration, Oct. 3-4
Sep 25, 2025
Alfred University will host a special Homecoming celebrating 100 years of love, pride, and friendships that connect us all to Alfred. There’s something for everyone!
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Alfred University enrolls largest international student cohort in six years
Sep 18, 2025
This fall marks a milestone for Alfred University: the campus community is welcoming the largest number of international students in the past six years. The incoming class for 2025-26 includes 57 international students representing 29 countries. Scholars from across the globe are bringing new perspectives, cultures, and ambitions to campus — strengthening Alfred’s reputation as a supportive, inclusive environment for learning and growth.
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Alfred University has largest group of students in Summer Bridge, which eases transition to college
Sep 16, 2025
First-year Alfred University students have a lot to unpack when they arrive on campus for the first time. There’s getting adjusted to a vastly new schedule while living away from home for the first time; meeting faculty and making new friends; learning how to maintain personal finances.
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Alfred Cup competition continues September 10 as Saxon women's soccer team hosts Alfred State
Sep 03, 2025
The Alfred Cup, an annual year-long competition between varsity sports teams from Alfred University and Alfred State College, continues on Wednesday, Sept. 10, when the Alfred University women's soccer team hosts Alfred State in a 7:30 p.m. contest at Yunevich Stadium.
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Alfred University opens 190th academic year with enrollment milestones
Aug 28, 2025
Alfred University proudly launched its 190th academic year on Monday, August 25, as students returned for the start of the fall semester. With more than 450 new students, the incoming class is among the most notable in recent history. It includes the largest-ever cohorts of AU Scholars and participants in the AU Advantage Summer Bridge Program.
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Alfred University convocation opens 190th year
Aug 22, 2025
Alfred University hosted its Opening Convocation Thursday afternoon at the Galanis Family Arena, welcoming more than 450 new students to campus and marking the beginning of the University’s 190th academic year. Classes for the 2025-26 year begin on Monday, Aug. 25.
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Patricia Nilsen ’88, head of NYSEG and RG&E, to deliver keynote at Alfred University Convocation
Aug 07, 2025
Alfred University alumna Patricia Nilsen ’88, CEO of Avangrid companies Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) and New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and a member of the university’s Board of Trustees, will deliver the keynote address at the Opening Convocation on Thursday, Aug. 21.
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Mark Zupan reappointed to five-year term as Alfred University president
Jul 10, 2025
The Alfred University Board of Trustees announced Wednesday, July 9, that it had unanimously approved the reappointment of Mark Zupan as university president. The new five-year term began on July 1.
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Michele HD ’18 and Martin Cohen gift endows VP for Student Experience at Alfred University
Jun 16, 2025
Michele Cohen, a member of the Alfred University Board of Trustees and an honorary degree recipient, and her husband, Martin, have established an endowed fund to support Alfred’s vice president for Student Experience position.
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Alfred University recognizes 2024 Fiat Lux! Award winners
Jan 17, 2025
At Tuesday’s annual Holiday Luncheon, Alfred University recognized recipients of the university’s Fiat Lux! Awards. The awards were established in 2016 by Mark Zupan, university president, to honor people who bring distinction to Alfred University. The 2024 Fiat Lux! winners—Chris Boswell, director of athletic communications; Diana Maguire, associate professor of management and leadership; and the Cramp family of Hornell—exemplify Alfred University’s three core strengths: mentorship, intersections, and inclusivity.
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Alfred University hosts ceremony announcing Space Materials Institute
Dec 08, 2024
Alfred University held a ceremony Thursday to announce the opening its Space Materials Institute, established in the Inamori School of Engineering to advance the science and technology of materials in support of aerospace and outer space exploration.
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Alfred University to host Veterans Day celebration
Dec 05, 2024
Alfred University will host an event on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, to honor the men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces.
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Alfred University announces $200 million campaign
Nov 25, 2024
On Friday evening (Oct. 25), Alfred University announced a campaign which by 2027 will have raised $200 million. “Realizing Our Promise, The Campaign for Alfred University,” was unveiled at a gala ceremony held on campus in the Joyce & Walton Center.
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Alfred University appoints first-ever Assistant VP for Student Success
Oct 11, 2024
Amy DeKay, vice president for Student Experience at Alfred University, announces that Gabe Iturbides has been appointed the university’s first-ever assistant vice president for Student Success. Iturbides will lead efforts to enhance student success with a focus on academic and personal development and student well-being.
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Article by emeritus professor Gary Ostrower ’61 recalls Vietnam protests on Alfred University campus
Oct 06, 2024
Student protests on American colleges campuses over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East are reminiscent of those that occurred six decades ago in response to the United States’ involvement in Vietnam War.
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Alfred University convocation opens 189th academic year
Sep 23, 2024
Alfred University hosted its Opening Convocation Thursday afternoon, Aug. 22, welcoming a class of 425 new students to campus and marking the beginning of the University’s 189th academic year. Classes for the 2024-25 year begin on Monday, Aug. 26.
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Alfred University welcomes two new members to Board of Trustees
Sep 06, 2024
Alfred University announces the appointments of Chad Latz ’93 and Jon R. Tabor to the Board of Trustees, effective July 1. The Board approved their appointments at its May meeting and will welcome them as new members during its fall meeting in October.
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Alfred University names Jean Cardinale associate provost of Curriculum, Learning Assessment, and Accreditation
Aug 18, 2024
Jean Cardinale, longtime professor of biology at Alfred University, who recently led efforts to create pathways for students to earn multidisciplinary double majors, has been appointed the University’s first-ever associate provost of Curriculum, Learning Assessment, and Accreditation.
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Alfred University appoints Jessie Thoman inaugural associate dean, performing arts
Aug 09, 2024
Jessie Thoman has been appointed Alfred University’s first-ever associate dean of the Division of Performing Arts. She began her duties on Monday, July 8.
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Fruit and vegetable garden on Alfred University campus brought back to life
Jul 18, 2024
A fruit and vegetable garden on the south edge of the Alfred University campus is buzzing with activity, as students have been working since March to turn a weed-filled, overgrown lot into a place of vibrant growth and reflection.
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Alfred celebrates 50th year of village’s lone traffic light
Jul 14, 2024
Alfred University’s motto, “Fiat Lux!”—which translates from Latin to “Let There be Light!”—was changed slightly last weekend, when the Village of Alfred and the two institutions of higher education which call Alfred home, Alfred University and Alfred State College, marked the 50th anniversary of the village’s lone traffic light.
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Alfred Ceramic Art Museum appoints assistant director/curator
Jun 28, 2024
The Alfred Ceramic Art Museum at Alfred University is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Evans as Assistant Director/Curator.
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Alfred University honors two longtime employees at Board of Trustees Dinner, spotlights athletics
Jun 10, 2024
Two longtime employees—Mark Lewis, College of Business dean, and Mary McAllister, corporate secretary to the University—were recognized at Thursday (May 9) evening’s Board of Trustees dinner. The University’s athletics program, following the Saxon Hill Sports Complex groundbreaking ceremony held earlier in the evening, was also highlighted.
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Alfred University unveils power grid training lab
Jun 09, 2024
With several key representatives from the utilities industry on hand, Alfred University on Wednesday, May 8, unveiled a new facility that will be used to prepare students for careers in the growing renewable energy industry.
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Alfred University students, staff plant bushes outside residence halls for Earth Day
May 25, 2024
In observance of Earth Day 2024, a group of more than 60 Alfred University students and staff from the University’s Office of Residential Communities planted shrubbery in front of the first-year residence halls on Monday afternoon, April 22.
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Faculty and students recognized at Alfred University Honors Convocation
Apr 30, 2024
ALFRED, NY – Alfred University celebrated its students and faculty Friday afternoon, April 19, during the annual Honors Convocation, held in Miller Theater. Among the honorees were Angie Taylor, Chief Diversity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, who received the prestigious Abigail Allen Award, and students Brian Ngatunga and Emilia Donenberg Smith, winners of the Marlin Miller Outstanding Senior Award.
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Alfred University hosts Allegany All-County Music Festival
Apr 27, 2024
The Music Department/Division of Performing Arts at Alfred University hosted the Allegany All-County Music Festival #3, March 15 and 16 in Miller Theater.
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Beth Fox appointed to inaugural chief of staff post at Alfred University
Feb 22, 2024
Alfred University announces the appointment of Beth Fox as the inaugural chief of staff in the Office of the President. Fox will begin her duties on May 31.
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Alfred University creating pathways for students to earn double majors
Jan 25, 2024
Alfred University faculty have approved a new policy which allows students to pursue cross-college double majors. Students from across the University can choose from among eight double majors in the College of Business and eight in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
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