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ITS is pleased to highlight Canvas tools and features that can help faculty and students achieve their goals. This week's tip is:
Edit Titles of Items Added to Modules
When an instructor adds an item to a module, they have the ability to change the name of the title. The edited title can take the place of the file name of an uploaded document. Changing the title can clarify what the item is and make it easier for the students to identify. Instructions are included in the guide below:
https://guides.instructur...
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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In honor of Black History Month, Alfred University is collaborating with Alfred State's Office of Student Engagement and the Equity, Inclusion and Title IX's Cultural Life Center to host the 7th Annual Students of Color Leadership Conference (SOCLC) on Saturday, February 22nd,2025 from 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. on the campus of SUNY Alfred State.
The theme for this year's conference is "Visions of Excellence, Dreams of Success, & Truth in Action". It promises to be an inspiring day filled with breakout sessions, prizes, a dynamic keynote speaker, live musical performances, catered African-American Cuisine, and an illuminating and timely panel discussion.
Our keynote and those invited speakers who will facilitate the educational sessions will impart valuable insights on leadership, professionalism, networking, and mentorship opportunities.
The SOCLC is an inclusive event open to all student leaders with an intentional emphasis on Black, Indigenous, Populations of Color (BIPOC) leadership development. Consistently the experiences of our participants have been described as transformative and impactful. We want to encourage and invite you to share this experience, particularly with the student of color leaders on your respective campuses.
Link to register for the conference: https://forms.office.com/...
If you would like more information, check out the article about last year's conference.
https://www.alfredstate.e...
Please direct any questions to Afua Boahene, Assistant Director of Cultural Life at SUNY Alfred State via phone at (607) 587-4047 or via email at [email protected].
Link: https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Freel%2FC33RuJDvk4j%2F%3Figsh%3DMW1wNnlsMnVwNnJ1YQ%3D%3D&data=05%
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Applications for living in the Alfred University Hillel House are now Open! Please submit an application by February 28, 2025 for priority consideration. Those who apply by the priority deadline will be notified of their application status by Friday March 7, 2025, and will have until Wednesday March 12, 2025 to confirm their placement. Applicants must have also already submitted a normal housing application for in your AU Housing portal for consideration.
Hillel House was renovated in the Summer of 2024. The house itself, contains 6 single bedrooms on the upper-floor. The ground floor is dedicated to enhancing the Jewish student life here at Alfred through siting rooms, a kosher kitchen, and a Jewish library.
Residents are expected to be inclusive of all different identities and facets of Jewish life, and program to enhance Jewish life here at Alfred University.
Please note: You do not need to be Jewish to live in the Hillel House. However, you do need to be engaged in Jewish activities.
Link: Hillel House Application
Submitted by: Max Koskoff
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The Career Development Center now offers after-hours! Stop by or schedule an appointment on Handshake to get career support at your convenience.
New Hours:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursdays: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Res Life Office, Bartlett Hall
Whether you need help with resumes, job searches, or career advice, we're here for you-drop in or book an appointment today!
Submitted by: Leah Cummings
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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 4/12/25.
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 8th Annual Employee Recognition Event.
Link: Alfred University Service Awards
Submitted by: Christine Harris
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HR would like it if all employees could log into Navigator to ensure that you have beneficiaries listed on any of the AU sponsored life/accidental insurance and any voluntary life/accident insurance. You need to have a primary beneficiary listed on all policies.
From the home screen:
1. Select Change Benefits
2. On left hand side select Beneficiaries
3. The display will show who you currently have listed as Beneficiaries
4. To edit click 'Edit Beneficiary' on right hand side
Link: Navigator Link
Submitted by: Kayleigh Jones
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The Office of the Provost would like to announce drop-in office hours for the spring semester.
Please feel free to come in to share thoughts or concerns, ask questions or give feedback to Provost Dobie. These open office hours are 9:30 am - 11:00am and will be in effect the following dates through the spring semester.
Tuesday January 28
Tuesday March 11 & 25
April 8 & 22
Submitted by: Crystal Henshaw
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The Alfred Montessori School Board of Directors is looking to hire a new Director to start as soon as possible. Please spread the word--and the attached job description--to anyone you know who might be interested in applying for this role.
If you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to Chloe Hansen ([email protected]; x2245).
Thank you,
Alfred Montessori Board of Directors
Attachment: Alfred Montessori Director job description
Submitted by: Chloe Hansen
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Customer Service Training
Nevins Theater
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. OR 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Partnering together, the Office of Human Resources and Enrollment Management are thrilled to offer a professional development opportunity for our campus community.
Small College Consulting delivers the tools and expertise necessary for sustainable success, growth, and student-centered impact and they provide workshops tailored to meet the unique needs and expectations of our institution. They will offer Customer Service Training that goes beyond traditional service models, incorporating proven strategies and best practices from organizations recognized for exceptional customer service.
Through interactive sessions and dynamic discussions, participants will develop the skills and mindset needed to create a welcoming, student-centered experience. By adapting key tactics from top-performing organizations, this training will empower Alfred University's staff to enhance communication, problem-solving, and responsiveness-fostering stronger connections with students, families, and colleagues.
Together we can help continue to build a culture of service excellence that supports student success at Alfred University.
Please join us Wednesday, 2/19 at either 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be provided.
This professional development opportunity is brought to our Alfred community by the generous support of Dr. Marlin Miller, Jr. 1954, HD1989.
Link: Zoom Link
Submitted by: Deb Drain
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As a child, Mark Dean excelled in math. In elementary school, he took advanced level math courses, and, in high school, Dean even built his own computer, radio, and amplifier. Dean continued his interests and went on to obtain a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee, a master's degree in electrical engineering from Florida Atlantic University and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Stanford. He is one of the most prominent black inventors in the field of computers.
Dr. Mark Dean started working at IBM in 1980 and was instrumental in the invention of the Personal Computer (PC). He holds three of IBM's original nine PC patents and currently holds more than 20 total patents.
His work helped shape the personal computing industry in the 1980s.
Some of his key achievements include:
IBM Personal Computer: As part of a team at IBM, Mark Dean played a crucial role in the design of the original IBM PC in 1981. This computer helped standardize the personal computer market, which was previously fragmented with different manufacturers using different designs and components.
ISA Bus: He also co-invented the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) bus, a computer bus that allowed peripheral devices (like printers and modems) to connect to the main computer. This became a key part of early computer architecture and made PCs more versatile.
Color Graphics Adapter: Dean was also involved in the creation of the Color Graphics Adapter (CGA), which was an important innovation in early computer graphics.
He was awarded several patents for his work and made significant contributions to the technology that laid the foundation for modern personal computing
Link: https://youtu.be/skAIANwDswE
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Did you know? Commencement IS NOT Graduation
There is a difference between Graduation and Commencement!
Commencement is a ceremony where the student's accomplishments are celebrated. Graduation is the official awarding of your degree. You must complete a Graduation Application to be officially awarded your degree. On the application there is an area to complete if you desire to attend commencement. You will not graduate without a Graduation Application on file with the Registrar's office regardless of attending commencement. Check out the graduation checklist page!!
Link: Graduation Checklist Page
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Are you planning on Graduating in May? Here are a few things you should know and do:
* College policy requires that you must submit an Application to Graduate in order to actually graduate. To access the graduation application you need to log into BannerWeb and click on student services tab then student records. You should see at the bottom of the list an application to graduate with a graduation cap. Please click that link and follows the prompts.
* Don't forget to order your cap, gown, tassel and hood at the Alfred University Bookstore, Powell Campus Center. Deadline is March 19th, 2025!
* Check out our Graduation Checklist Page of things to do and be aware of. Check back regularly for any updates/changes.
Link: Graduation Checklist Page
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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The Alfred University Wellness Center will be hosting a QPR Suicide Prevention training on 2/18/25 from 3-4:30pm at the Judson Leadership Center.
Please note that you must RSVP to this training on AUConnect.
For further information, please view the AUConnect posting below.
We hope to see you there!
Link: AUConnect Link for 21825 QPR Training
Submitted by: James Ward
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Alfred University | School of Art and Design
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Cit� Internationale des Arts, Paris
The School of Art and Design is offering two Fellowships for
the Cit� Internationale des Arts residency program in Paris.
This is a unique opportunity for two graduating students (one BFA/BS and one MFA)
to spend two months working within a community of artists in Paris.
The Cit� Internationale des Arts is a privately run organization that provides artists from around the world with studio/living space and exhibition opportunities. The studio building, located on the right bank, in the Marais, just opposite �le St. Louis, is within walking distance of many major Paris attractions, museums, and transport, including the Louvre, Centre Pompidou, and the Pont Marie Metro stop. Residents receive a pass which provides free/reduced rate admission to most museums in the city. The building houses over 100 artists. Residents live and work in the same space. The studio is approximately 600 sq. feet, with a large area for working, a sleeping alcove, small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower.
The Fellowship, worth over $2000, covers the monthly studio fees and provides up to $700 reimbursement towards round-trip travel to Paris. Fellowship recipients are responsible for paying the security deposit, living expenses, local transport, and all other miscellaneous expenses.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
* Deadline: Friday, February 28th, 2025, at midnight
* Eligibility: graduating BFA/BS and MFA students
o (i.e must graduate in December 2024 or May 2025)
* Residency slots:
o MFA: Sep/Oct 2025
o BFA: Nov/Dec 2025
To apply, submit the following as a single PDF file:
* 1-page proposal explaining why you wish to go to Paris and the work you intend to pursue
* Sample of work: 10-15 images of recent work, with captions (title, date, material, etc.); for video, include a 5-minute (max) piece which can be sent as a link in your email; for art history, a 2-3 page project proposal.
The Cit� Coordinator is Prof. Meg Bernstein. Email her with questions about the residency and to submit your pdf application: [email protected]
For more information about the Cit� and its history, visit their website: citedesartsparis.net.
Note that pets and children are not allowed at the Cit�. Spouses may be accommodated for an extra fee (paid by the resident). The Cit� Fellowship applications are juried by school faculty.
Link: AU Connect News
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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As of 1/1/2025:
Employees are entitled to take 20 hours of Paid Prenatal Leave, in a rolling calendar year, for prenatal health care appointments during or related to their pregnancy.
Pregnancy-related health care appointments include:
-physical examinations
-medical procedures
-monitoring
-testing
-discussions with a health care provider needed to ensure a healthy pregnancy
-end of pregnancy care
-fertility treatment
Only the employee directly receiving prenatal health care may use Paid Prenatal Leave. A spouse, partner, or another support person attending prenatal appointments with a pregnant person is not entitled to Paid Prenatal Leave.
Health care appointments after pregnancy are not covered by Paid Prenatal Leave.
Link: New York State Paid Prenatal Leave Policy
Submitted by: Kayleigh Jones
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