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This is the seventh training in a 9 part training series targeted at any AU employee who has supervisory roles in their department. This training can also be especially helpful for any staff who support the supervisors in their department.
This training will encompass: review of employment law that are applicable to Supervisors
Supervisors who may be new in their rolls or need a refresher are encouraged to come.
This training will be held on March 7, 2023 from 11:15am-12:00pm and on March 22, 2023 from 11:15am-12:00pm both online.
https://alfredu.zoom.us/j...
Submitted by: Kayleigh Jones
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The AKO Leadership Awards, endowed by the Alpha Kappa Omicron sorority, are now taking applications! Both awards come with an honorarium that the awardees can spend at their own discretion.
The AKO Achievement Award is given to a woman in her sophomore year of study who demonstrates excellence in personal academic leadership. A 3.25 GPA is required as well as active membership in a student organization. Honorarium: $250.
The AKO Social Change Leadership Award is given to a woman in her junior year of study who has made efforts in positive change for the AU community. A minimum 3.00 GPA is required as well as demonstrated leadership in a student club or organization. Honorarium: $500.
To nominate a student, send their name, email, and major to Abigail Hurley ([email protected]) or simply encourage them to apply. Applications will be due by March 3rd. The link provided includes the application and award information.
https://forms.office.com/...
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/0STCuu8TYe
Submitted by: Abby Hurley
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It's time to nominate seniors for Alfred University's Marlin Miller Outstanding Senior honor. This award recognizes all-around accomplishment in scholarship (min. GPA 3.2), leadership, and character, our two honorees have the privilege of addressing their fellow graduates at commencement.
Please use the web form to nominate your candidate(s). If someone has an issue with the web form, please email Emma McDowell ([email protected]).
The deadline for receipt of nomination is 4:30 pm on Tuesday, February 28th; this is a firm deadline. Thank you, and please spread the word.
Link: Submit Your Nomination!
Submitted by: Emma McDowell
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Perhaps Home is Not a Place
February 17 - March 22, 2023, Fosdick-Nelson Gallery
"Perhaps Home is Not a Place," curated by interdisciplinary artist Jonathan Christensen Caballero and Joey Quinones, assistant professor of sculpture, features nine BIPoC artists who work in a variety of media from fiber to ceramics to explore how bodies are seen or not seen, and how home is not always a physical place we inhabit.
The exhibition will open on February 17 with a reception 6-8 p.m., and will run through March 22. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 1-3 p.m. weekends, and will be closed during university breaks.
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Prosperous Voyage: An exploration of drawing as a practice
Too often we view drawing as a means to an end, rather than a complete practice in itself. This voyage is an exercise in uplifting drawn works of art as a complete practice.
Nigel Wimberly, Mia Heidenreich, Katie Kisiel. February 10th-17th, Turner Catwalk
Opening reception on February 10th from 6-8pm
On view until the 17th
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Come join us for a two-part workshop, where we discuss the book, "The Body Is Not An Apology", by Sonya Renee Taylor. For this session, we will watch a recorded talk from Sonya, about her practice of radical body acceptance and disability advocacy. Food will be provided. Please RSVP in order for us to prepare the necessary refreshments.
February
3 Fri at 4:30 pm [Workshop led by Adero Willard]
17 Fri at 12:00 pm [Victoria Walton's Book Club]
TBD 28 or March 3 Tue at 4:30 pm [Virtual Talk: with Joey Qui�ones and artists from the exhibition Perhaps Home is Not a Place]
March
24 Fri 4:30 pm [Workshop TBD]
31 Fri 4:30 pm [Victoria Walton's Book Club]
April
14 Fri 1:20 - 3 pm [Playful Objects: led by Will Wheeler]
22 Sat [Hot dog day - International Drum Circle]
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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During the Month of February 2023 Alfred University School of Art and Design (SOAD) will host glass artists who hail from the afro diaspora. Each week an Artist working with glass will lead workshops and lecture on their work and experience.
Corey Pemberton (American b. Reston, VA 1990, Lives Los Angeles, CA) received his BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2012. He has completed residencies internationally at institutions including The Pittsburgh Glass Center (PA), Bruket (Bod�, NO), and a fellowship at the Penland School of Crafts (NC). He currently divides his time between his painting studio and a production glassblowing team in LA.
Corey will give a demonstration on Thursday, February 16 2023 in the hot glass studio from 1:30-4pm followed by a public lecture in Binns-Merrill Hall 106 at 4:30pm
In 2021 Alfred University student Adeye Jean-Baptiste proposed an artist series with glass artists who hail from the afro diaspora. Finding support from the SOAD, the Sculpture Dimensional Studio Division, and from the local artists and community with a successful fundraising auction in the fall of 22.
The series is also supported by Olympic Color, a glassblowing supply company in Seattle, WA, who provided materials for the artists by Olympic Color.
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Candidates for the faculty position in Ceramic Art will give public presentations on the following dates
CANDIDATE # 1
4:30PM, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Binns-Merrill Hall 106
CANDIDATE # 2
4:30PM, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Binns-Merrill Hall 106
CANDIDATE # 3
5:30PM, THURSDAY, MARCH 2 Binns-Merrill Hall 106
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Do You Remember (Main Space)
Prosperous Voyage (Catwalk)
February 10 - 17
Funky Junk (Main Space)
The Road Goes on Forever and the Party Never Ends (Catwalk)
February 24 - March 3
Black Glass Artist Series Exhibition (Main Space)
Canine Companions (Catwalk)
March 17 - 24
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Paul S. Briggs: Knot Stories, The Showcase Exhibition
Knot Stories is an exhibition of ceramic sculpture by artist Paul S. Briggs inspired by Black Poetry which transmutes stories of suffering into songs of perseverance.
Opening Reception on Thursday, February 23 2023 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Alfred Ceramic Art Museum.
Link: AU Connect event link
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Selections: The Archive is a view into the permanent collection of the Alfred Ceramic Art Museum focused on recent acquisitions in context with other major works.
Opening Reception on Thursday, February 23 2023 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Alfred Ceramic Art Museum.
Link: AU Connect event link
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Team Trivia Night at Herrick Library!
Come with a group, join one when you arrive or play as a group of one.� Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.
Students, faculty, staff and the community are welcome.
Hosted by DJ Mike Allen.
Pizza & Soda, Milk & Cookies Provided!�
>>PRIZES!! for the top 3 teams!!<<
Link: https://libraries.alfred.edu/
Submitted by: Mechele Romanchock
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At this link, students can apply for the AKO Leadership Awards of Spring 2023.
Form: https://forms.office.com/...
These awards are given to a sophomore woman and junior woman each spring. The AKO Achievement Award recognizes an AU sophomore woman who has demonstrated personal academic excellence and leadership and comes with a $250.00 honorarium for the recipient, to be spent at their discretion. The AKO Social Change Leadership Award recognizes an AU junior woman for her demonstrated leadership that has influenced positive change in the AU community.
There is more information on this form about the application requirements, but you may also email Abby Hurley ([email protected]) with any questions about these awards. Applications are due by March 3rd, 2023.
Link: AUConnect News
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Animator Jon Gillie's first solo show comprises a nine-screen installation at the TSI/Harland Snodgrass Gallery. Alfred University, NY.
Continuing his interest in figurative animation, the exhibition deconstructs the human form in a series of works describing both the physical and nonphysical states of being. The body as a series of transient motions, spatial coordinates, a sensory processor, and a corporeal form anchored by its own physical.
Open 24/7 until Feb. 24th
Link: AUConnect Event
Submitted by: Arts Events
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Next Steps: A conversation with Jada Patterson, Aida Lizalde, and Arleene Correa-Valencia
As part of the programming connected with the "Perhaps Home is Not a Place" exhibition, emerging artists Jada Patterson, Aida Lizalde, and Arleene Correa-Valencia will discuss their current art opportunities. This conversation will be particularly useful for Juniors and Seniors as they contemplate options after their BFA. To participate, please follow the Zoom link below:
When: Mar 3, 2023, 4:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Next Steps - A Conversation with Jada Patterson, Aida Lizalde, and Arleene Correa-Valencia
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://alfredu.zoom.us/w...
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Link: AU Connect Link
Submitted by: Arts Events
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A community ASH WEDNESDAY service will be held Wednesday, February 22, at 5 p.m. in the Union University Church sanctuary, 5 Church Street, Alfred. Ashes will be provided for those who wish to receive them. EVERYONE is welcome to attend.
Submitted by: Eliza Ordway
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A conversation with Jada Patterson, Aida Lizalde, and Arleene Correa-Valencia
Friday, March 3, 4:30pm
ZOOM
As part of the programming connected with the "Perhaps Home is Not a Place" exhibition on view at the Fosdick-Nelson Gallery, emerging artists Jada Patterson, Aida Lizalde, and Arleene Correa-Valencia will discuss their current art opportunities. This conversation will be particularly useful for Juniors and Seniors as they contemplate options after their BFA. To participate, please REGISTER in advance.
This program is brought to you by Sculpture Dimensional Studies and IDEA Lab.
Link: Register
Submitted by: Arts Events
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The Judson Leadership Center is taking applications for the Women's Leadership Academy for the 2023-24 academic year!
This is a special leadership opportunity for students who wish to grow their leadership skills and identity through academic exploration of leadership theory, gender and leadership, and professional development. The Academy is a 1-year commitment if a student is accepted and chooses to participate.
Applications are due by MARCH 1ST via the link included in this post. If students have any questions about the WLA, they should contact Abigail Hurley at [email protected].
https://forms.office.com/...
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/NF87eDYjbt
Submitted by: Abby Hurley
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The Employee Recognition Committee would like you to know that the nomination form is open to nominate your co-workers for the three established service awards. Nominations will be received through 4/15/23.
Three Awards (to read more about these click the link below):
-Bob Condrate Lifelong Learner Award
-Saxon Service Award
-Cathy Johnson Service Award
These awards will be presented at the 6th Annual Employee Recognition Event.
Link: Employee Recognition Page
Submitted by: Kayleigh Jones
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On March 2nd, Scott Richmond with PCC Airfoils will be on campus and presenting at the undergraduate engineering seminar.
Following the presentation, Mr. Richmond would like to meet with junior and senior engineering students interested in career opportunities with PCC Airfoils.
If you have US citizenship or Permanent Resident status and are looking to explore career possibilities, this is an excellent networking opportunity!
Register below to attend!
Link: PCC Airfoils Event Registration
Submitted by: Meghan Dwyer
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Come to our information table and take the first step in becoming a FASTie! A FASTie? Yes, a FASTie.
Fast-ie \'faeste\ noun
an energetic, intelligent, enthusiastic person who works at Fast Enterprises. 2. a person dedicated to modernizing government technology to better serve the public. 3. someone who is open to adventure and wants to experience new places around the world. 4. someone who enjoys collaboration and camaraderie with teammates and clients while solving business and technology problems.
Fast Enterprises work directly with governments to implement essential software used to administer a wide variety of programs. We offer commercial off-the-shelf software that helps agencies reduce costs, improve service, maximize revenues, and improve the efficiency of internal operations.
Developers should have strong technical and communication skills and should be flexible with regards to work location.
To review job postings and sign up for an interview on campus for March 16th, please register below!
Link: Register Here!
Submitted by: Meghan Dwyer
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The Division of Physics & Astronomy welcomes Connor Robinson from Amherst College & Five College Astronomy Department. He will be presenting his research titled "Observations and Simulations of Accretion in Young, Low-Mass Stellar Systems".
The talk will be on Friday, February 17th from 5:00pm - 6:00pm in Room 230 in the Science Center.
Abstract is attached for more information.
Attachment: Connor Robinson Abstract
Submitted by: Shannon Yocum
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