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If you will be a student at AU for the 2025-2026 academic year and you have not already filed your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) ... It's FAFSA filing time!
You'll need your Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) to sign the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Go to https://studentaid.gov/fs... to create an FSA ID (if you do not already have one) or if you have forgotten your Username or Password
Proceed to https://studentaid.gov/h/... to get started with the FAFSA filing.
For 2025-2026, you will be using 2023 income information.
The Alfred University FAFSA school code is 002668.
Upon completion of the FAFSA, you will be directed to "Start your state application" if your home state requires it. For NY State residents, this form is called a TAP Application and is required for TAP and other NY State aid.
For New York State Residents only: Be sure the proper Alfred University TAP school code is listed for both the fall and spring semesters.
Alfred's Code is 0020 for programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, School of Business, College of Professional Studies, and Mechanical, Renewable Energy, and Undecided Engineering.
Use code 0960 for all other Engineering Programs and the School of Art and Design.
For more general information about financial aid at Alfred University, please visit our web page https://www.alfred.edu/ad... . Our telephone number is 607-871-2159 and our email address is [email protected].
Link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Submitted by: Brielle Gavin
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On Monday, March 17 from 10:30am to 12:00pm, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Task Force will be hosting UDL Drop-in Hours. Faculty may stop by to seek assistance with applying UDL principles in their courses. Universal Design for Learning is the practice of creating learning experiences appropriate for all students, regardless of learning differences or diversity factors. The goal of UDL is to remove barriers to learning.
Faculty who visit the drop-in hours may choose to focus on one of the following areas:
- Applying UDL principles to a syllabus
- Applying UDL principles to an assignment
- Applying UDL principles to a Canvas course
- A self-directed UDL goal related to teaching and course delivery
UDL Drop-in Hours will be held in Scholes 218. If seeking assistance with a syllabus or assignment, please bring two paper copies. Please bring your laptop if seeking assistance with Canvas or another goal involving technology.
Link: AU Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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Are you planning something that will coincide with Hot Dog Day on Saturday, April 26th? Or in the week leading up?
Please be sure to notify Maggie Weiss or Eliza Ordway in the Center for Student Involvement so we can add it to the event schedule.
Submitted by: Maggie Weiss
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Applications for next year's Women's Leadership Academy program (2025-26) ARE NOW OPEN! While a faculty/staff nomination is not required to apply for the WLA, it certainly helps! To nominate a student, email Abby Hurley ([email protected]).
The WLA is open to students of ANY gender identity.
The Academy is a one-year commitment that combines coursework about gender and leadership with mentorship and programming opportunities. Students who are accepted into the Women's Leadership Academy take two 2-credit classes, one in fall and one in spring. The fall class, WGST 201: Gender & Leadership, focuses on learning about gender inequities, the intersection of gender & leadership, the history of feminism, other social issues, and more. The spring class, WGST 475: Women's Leadership Academy Practicum, focuses primarily on the leadership capstone project that students will complete. This capstone project is meant to be a culmination of their leadership skills and identity that benefits the community. Some past projects have included:
* Helping develop & implement a leadership program for first-year students
* Planning the recruitment and interview process for the next cohort
* Planning & facilitating leadership workshops for students
* A women's leadership hike
* Planning a Women's Leadership Academy reunion during Alumni Weekend
* And more!
Students who complete the Women's Leadership Academy not only have something awesome to put on their resume and transcripts, but they also learn to grow as leaders and as individuals. There is no GPA requirement for eligibility and students can participate in the WLA any year after their freshman year. This is a great opportunity not only for students who are already leaders but also those who could benefit from more experience!
Applications are due March 5th. Students can apply via this link: https://forms.office.com/...
If you have any questions, contact Abby Hurley at the Judson Leadership Center ([email protected]).
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/yQPaJN4Ayi
Attachment: Women's Leadership Academy brochure
Submitted by: Abby Hurley
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We are pleased to announce that the Office of the VP of Business and Finance / CFO will be holding open office hours.
These sessions provide an opportunity for faculty and staff to drop by, share thoughts or concerns, ask questions, and offer feedback directly to Tammy. No appointment is needed-just stop by between 9:30 am and 11:00 am on any of the following dates:
Tuesday, February 4
Tuesday, March 4
We look forward to hearing from you!
Submitted by: Evan Tsai
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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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Notice something that needs fixed? Heating issues? Please utilize the facilities work order system. We no longer utilize the physical plant email.
Curious about a work order that you already submitted? Please email [email protected] and we will find out the status of where your work order is at.
Link: Facilities Work Order System
Submitted by: Emma McDowell
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The Alfred University Alumni Council sponsors the official class ring through Balfour, and representatives are coming to campus soon! In addition to class rings, there is a variety of AU-branded jewelry for men and women available as well as commencement announcements.
Visit with the representatives on either:
Thursday, March 20
Powell Campus Center Lobby
11 am - 3 pm
Friday, March 21
Joyce-Walton Annex @ McLane
Noon - 3 pm (during the Career Fair)
Products can be viewed and orders can be placed online: https://www.balfour.com/a...
Link: AU Rings & Jewelry
Submitted by: Laurie Lounsberry Meehan
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Phonathon Student Ambassador - Work Study and Non-Work Study
Details:
Job Title - Phonathon Student Ambassador
Purpose - Call Alfred University alumni, parents, and friends to fundraise and engage.
Duties and Responsibilities - Call alumni, parents, friends of the university to raise funds for Alfred University's annual giving effort. Update our contact information and engage them with the University.
Qualifications - Good communication and telephone skills. Positive attitude, reliable, responsible, punctual and an excellent ambassador for Alfred University.
Day and evening positions available.
Rate of pay is $14.20 per hour.
Open to work study and non-work study.
Work location - Fasano House.
When applying on handshake please include hours of availability.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 871-2538.
Submitted by: Audrea Sirianni
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We're pleased to announce the research presentation of a Computer Science faculty candidate Yutong Ye. Please join us in CASTLE lab, Myers Hall 107 on Tuesday, March 4, 3:20 PM.
Title: Artificial Intelligence for Database Query Optimization and Intelligent Traffic Signal Control
Location: CASTLE lab, Myers Hall 107
Time: Tuesday, March 4, 3:20 P.M.
Abstract: This presentation explores AI-driven solutions for database query optimization and intelligent traffic signal control. In databases, we propose a GNN-based Path Dominance Embedding (GNN-PE) framework for efficient subgraph matching, significantly improving query performance through learned dominance relationships and optimized indexing. In intelligent transportation, we introduce RTLight, a real-time traffic signal control system leveraging digital twins and federated reinforcement learning to enhance traffic efficiency while preserving data privacy. Experimental results on real-world datasets validate the effectiveness of both approaches.
Bio: Mr. Yutong Ye is a Ph.D. candidate (expected 2025) in the Software Engineering Institute, East China Normal University, Shanghai, China. He is now also a visiting scholar at the Department of Computer Science, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio. His research interests include (1) Learning based Graph Query Processing and Optimization; (2) Intelligent Transportation System; and (3) Other Deep Learning Technologies and Applications. He has published 28 top-tier conference/journal papers in the areas of artificial intelligence and database. He served as a program committee member and/or reviewer in 10 conferences and journals.
Submitted by: Katie Decker
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Are you interested in travel or studying in a new country? Do you want to meet other students from around the world? The Education Abroad office will be holding study abroad drop-in advising hours on March 20th from 1-3pm in the BookEnd Lounge of Herrick Library!
Whether you're just interested in the different places you can go or are thinking about studying abroad next year, make sure to drop by! We'll be on hand to answer any questions you have, and light snacks and drinks will also be available.
Submitted by: Laura Johnson
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Are any of your students interested in studying abroad? The Education Abroad office will be holding study abroad drop-in advising hours on March 20th from 1-3pm in the BookEnd Lounge of Herrick Library!
In addition to being open to students, if you're interested in developing a faculty-led study abroad program, what goes into it, and how to get started, feel free to drop by as well! We can go over what your ideas are and how to start pulling it together. Light drinks and snacks will also be available for anyone who drops by.
Submitted by: Laura Johnson
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