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Alfred University Pep Band is seeking students who play musical instruments to join the Pep Band!
Now in its 25th year, the AU Pep Band plays at all Saxon home football games. The band is looking to expand this year by playing at basketball games and, perhaps, other events, as requested.
Got pep? Play an instrument? We'd love to have you get on the Bandwagon! We're having a blast, but we really could use MORE COWBELL!!
For more info, email: [email protected]
Attachment: Band plays at home football games!
Submitted by: David Snyder
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If you would like The Alfred Sun, Allegany County's weekly community newspaper, delivered to your Powell Campus Center mailbox every Thursday, simply email your PCC Box # to: [email protected]
Enjoy your very own copy, delivered free to your Powell mailbox, with local news, weather, sports, cartoons, features, puzzles...and more!
Email your PCC Box number to: [email protected] today to get your FREE subscription started!
Submitted by: David Snyder
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We are pleased to announce that our institution is transitioning to Banner 9 Self-Service (SSB 9) this Fall Semester. This upgrade represents a major step forward in modernizing our administrative systems and improving the user experience for students, faculty, and staff.
********* Why Banner 9?**********
--Banner 9 Self-Service offers a modern, mobile-friendly interface with improved navigation and accessibility. Key benefits include:
--Streamlined student dashboard that consolidates academic and personal information in one place.
--Integrated tools like photo class rosters and tabbed navigation for easier access to services.
--Enhanced usability for employee functions such as timesheet submission and direct deposit.
While the core functionality remains familiar, the look and feel will be significantly updated, making it easier to find what you need, when you need it.
***Transition Timeline***
We are rolling out Banner 9 in phases to ensure a smooth transition:
**August 11 ---Student Records / Dean's Menu
**August 18 ---Faculty Services (excluding Faculty Grade Entry)
**August 25 ---Financial Aid
**September 8th --Banner 9 Employee Self Service introduced (with options to use Banner 8 Employee Self Service for one week)
**September 15th -- Full cutover to Banner 9 Employee Self Service
**October 20 ---Faculty Grade Entry
**October 27 ---Final landing page cutover
**Training & Support**
To help you get comfortable with the new system, we are offering:
Select Updated "how-to" videos available from ITS and also available via the Registrar's Office website. More details coming soon.
**Have Questions? Need Help?**
Our ITS Helpdesk is ready to support you throughout the transition. If you have questions or encounter any issues, please don't hesitate to reach out:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 607.871.2222
We're excited about the improvements Banner 9 SSB will bring and are committed to making this transition as smooth and supportive as possible. Thank you for your continued engagement and support as we move forward together.
Submitted by: Gary Roberts
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The Human Resources Office is pleased to announce designated times for student I-9 verifications. Please visit us during the following hours with your acceptable documentation and completed paperwork:
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Tuesday & Thursday: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
We encourage all students to stop by during these times to complete their I-9 verification process. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office.
Attachment: Acceptable I-9 Documents
Attachment: New Hire Paperwork
Submitted by: Christine Harris
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Join us in the Joyce & Walton Center to interact with representatives from a wide variety of companies and government agencies from around the country attend the Fair to recruit Alfred University Saxons for co-op, internship, part- and full-time positions.
Link: https://alfred.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/59474
Submitted by: Leah Cummings
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Do you have an alum coming to campus to speak to a class or part of a speaker series? Let the Donor Relations team know by filling out a brief questionnaire and we will provide you with a small gift for them as a token of appreciation.
You may email [email protected] or call Maggie Alsworth x2527 or Anne Cornell x2547 with any questions.
Link: Alumni Speaker Questionnaire
Submitted by: Maggie Alsworth
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Looking to downsize your yarn stash or crochet hook collection? Donate to a good cause and open up your creative space! Donations will be used for teaching students to crochet and for their creative projects. Donations can be dropped off by the door of Myers 109 or you can reach out to Amanda Lipnicki at [email protected] to schedule a drop off/pick up.
Submitted by: Amanda Lipnicki
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Something exciting is coming... Alfred University is officially launching a new blog! This space will feature short, shareable stories and content designed to highlight campus life, showcase our community, provide digestible admissions-related information, and create connections with our future students and their families/communities. But before we launch, we need your help. Our team has narrowed it down to the top four contenders, and now it's your turn to choose the winning name! Cast your vote here by Tuesday, September 9 at 5 p.m. Thanks for being part of the fun! - The Office of Marketing & Communications
Link: Vote Now
Submitted by: Emma Vallelunga
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A representative from the Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland will be giving a presentation on their university, Tuesday, September 9th in Kanakadea 104! The presentation will be from 12:30 to 1pm and everyone is welcome to drop by!
Submitted by: Laura Johnson
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Everyone is welcome to the Women and Gender Studies Reception. Monday, September 15, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The location is the Judson Leadership Center. Come meet new people, share ideas, and relax. Learn more about the Women's and Gender Studies Minor. (Refreshments will be served).
For more information contact: Meredith Field, Director, Women's and Gender Studies Program, email: [email protected]
Attachment: 39338_1.docx
Submitted by: Janet McClain
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Did you know if you are a student at Alfred University you can have access to Foster Lake?
If you have a current student parking pass you have access to visit the lake.
If you are a student who does not have a parking pass you can visit the Facilities Services office with your student ID and obtain a FREE Foster Lake pass.
Submitted by: Emma McDowell
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We are pleased to announce that Alfred University will officially launch Banner 9 Employee Self-Service (SSB) beginning the week of September 8, 2025, as part of our broader transition to the Banner 9 SSB platform.
This upgrade represents a significant step forward in enhancing the user experience for our employees, offering streamlined navigation, and improved accessibility for key functions such as timesheet submission, direct deposit, and benefits review.
Implementation Timeline:
* September 8th-September 22nd: Banner 9 Employee Self-Service becomes available. Banner 8 SSB will remain accessible for two additional week to allow users time to adjust to the new platform.
* September 23rd: Full transition to Banner 9 Employee Self-Service. Banner 8 will be retired for employee functions.
What to Expect from ITS & HR:
We understand that transitions of this nature can be challenging, especially during a busy semester. To ensure a smooth rollout, ITS and HR are working closely together to provide support and clear communication throughout the process.
Here's what you can expect:
* Dual Access Period: From September 8-22nd, employees may choose to use either Banner 8 or Banner 9 to ease the transition. The attached guide (with screenshots) visually represents how Banner 8 and Banner 9 SSB Employee Self Service navigation will appear during the overlap. https://scribehow.com/vie...
* Banner 9 SSB Training & Tutorials: Updated "how-to" videos and documentation will be available via the ITS and HR websites: https://my.alfred.edu/ban...
* Help Desk Support: The ITS Help Desk is fully ready to assist with any technical issues or questions.
[email protected] | 607.871.2222
* HR/Payroll Guidance: HR will provide targeted support for payroll-related concerns, and additional resources will be made available to assist during the learning curve.
If you encounter challenges or have suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Your input is vital to making this transition successful for everyone.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued partnership as we upgrade our systems to better serve the Alfred University community.
All my best and Fiat Lux,
Gary Roberts
Chief Information Officer
Alfred University
Submitted by: Gary Roberts
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Hey Saxons!
Thinking about graduate school in STEM? Join us for a special session hosted by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) right after the Graduate Fair!
* Location: Binns-Merrill Hall, Room 202
* Date: Thursday, September 18
* Time: 12:15 PM (immediately following the Grad Fair)
Tori (the Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at RPI) will present on how to create a competitive application to graduate programs in the STEM fields. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights, ask questions, and enjoy free pizza with your peers.
We hope to see you there!
Link: https://apply.rpi.edu/register/AlfredVisit2025
Submitted by: Leah Cummings
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-Student Paper Timesheets are DUE after worked Week 2 by Wednesday.
-EPAF Submissions are DUE by Wednesday prior to the next payroll.
-Please note: We are on a bi-weekly payroll cycle. This means there may be a 2-4 week gap between your start date and your first paycheck, depending on when you begin your position.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Human Resources.
Submitted by: Christine Harris
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Hillel at Alfred
2025 HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE
We are pleased to share the 2025 High Holy Day schedule. Events will be held at the Knight Club on the Alfred University campus and at the Hillel House (18 S. Main Street, Alfred).
Hillel at Alfred is proud to sponsor:
* Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner
* Erev Yom Kippur Dinner
* Yom Kippur Break Fast
We will also livestream High Holy Day services from Central Synagogue in New York City at the Knight Club on erev Rosh Hashanah and erev Yom Kippur.
All meals are kosher. Please sign-in to AU Connect to reserve a space at the dinners, and let us know if you are vegetarian or have special dietary needs.
Reminder: if you make a reservation and do not attend, Hillel still incurs the cost of your meal.
Weekly & Ongoing Programs
* Kiddush every Friday evening.
* Sunday Bagel Brunches and monthly Shabbat dinners.
* Additional events throughout the year.
If you would like to be notified of upcoming Hillel events, please reach out to:
Contact Information
* Noam Sokolovsky
[email protected]
* Larry Greil
[email protected]
ROSH HASHANAH
Monday, September 22
* 6:30 PM - Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Knight Club, Powell Campus Center, Alfred University
* 8:00 PM - Livestreamed Evening Services from Central Synagogue
Knight Club, Powell Campus Center, Alfred University
YOM KIPPUR
Wednesday, October 1
* 5:00 PM - Erev Yom Kippur Dinner
Knight Club, Powell Campus Center, Alfred University
* 6:00 PM - Livestreamed Kol Nidre Service from Central Synagogue
Knight Club, Powell Campus Center, Alfred University
Link: https://www.chabad.org/multimedia/video_cdo/aid/5238913/jewish/Rosh-Hashanah-Whats-It-Really-All-About.htm
Attachment: Hillel at Alfred 2025 - HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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