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On Monday, November 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
- Increasing the accessibility of electronic materials
- 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, digital accessibility, or another goal involving technology.
Link: AU Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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Every year on November 17th, students around the globe come together to celebrate International Students Day. This occasion is more than just a date on the calendar; it is a powerful reminder of the importance of education, cultural exchange, and the challenges faced by students worldwide.
International Students Day traces its roots back to 1939, during a tumultuous period in European history. The date marks the anniversary of the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. On that fateful day, many student leaders were arrested, and some were executed, highlighting the dangerous intersections between education, politics, and freedom.
In response to these events, November 17 was designated as International Students Day, a day dedicated to advocating for students' rights and emphasizing the importance of education as a tool for personal and societal change.
By celebrating International Students Day, we draw attention to the critical role education plays in fostering individual potential, nurturing creativity, and driving innovation. Across cultures and communities, education offers a pathway to opportunity-allowing students to pursue their dreams, develop critical thinking skills, and cultivate an informed citizenry.
One of the hallmarks of International Students Day is its emphasis on cultural exchange and global understanding. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, fostering cross-cultural communication is vital. International students bring diverse perspectives, ideas, and experiences to their host countries, enriching the academic environment and promoting a broader understanding of global issues.
By creating a welcoming atmosphere for international students, universities and schools can facilitate dialogue and collaboration that transcend cultural boundaries. This exchange of knowledge fosters empathy, tolerance, and mutual respect-qualities essential for peace and cooperation in a world often divided by misunderstanding.
International Students Day encourages students to share their unique stories, celebrate their achievements, and connect with peers from different countries and backgrounds, and strive for a better future through collaboration and support
As we celebrate International Students Day each year, we are reminded that education knows no borders. It is a powerful tool for change, a means of fostering understanding, and a catalyst for advocacy. It reminds us that education is not just about textbooks and classrooms; it is about the collective future we build together, one student at a time.
So, whether you are a student, educator, or ally, take a moment on November 17 to reflect on the significance of International Students Day.
Link: https://youtu.be/U9bt7ityAWE
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Student proposals requesting funding for Spring/Summer 2026 from the Alfred Research Grants for Undergraduate Students (ARGUS) program are due by midnight Friday, November 21. Instructions for preparing and submitting a proposal, along with the supporting application materials, can be found at the link below. Please note that proposals not adhering to the required format will be returned without review.
If you have questions, email Dr. Wallace at [email protected].
Link: ARGUS application information
Submitted by: Desmond Wallace
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Honoring Global Voices. Celebrating Student Unity
Alfred University proudly observes International Students Day on Monday, November 17, 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements, resilience, and vibrant contributions of students around the world.
This annual observance serves as a powerful reminder of the strength, creativity, and unity that students bring to campuses and communities everywhere. It's a time to reflect on the shared pursuit of knowledge that transcends borders, and to honor the role students play in building a more connected, inclusive, and hopeful global society.
* Join Us for a Campus Celebration
* Harder Hall and Holmes Auditorium
* Monday, November 17, 2025
* 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Celebrate with us at Harder Hall and Holmes Auditorium for an evening of cultural connection, creativity, and community. The event will feature:
* Light refreshments inspired by global cuisines
* Music and performances from students representing cultures around the world
* Opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to showcase their culture through dance, music, traditional attire, and food
* A student-led panel discussion on the importance of a multicultural campus and what it means to build a truly inclusive academic community
Campus Partners:
* The Institute for Cultural Unity (ICU)
* School of Art and Design
* President's Committee on Inclusivity
* Herrick Library
As we celebrate International Students Day, we honor the incredible diversity within our student body and reaffirm our belief that through education, empathy, and collaboration, students are shaping a brighter, more unified future.
#InternationalStudentsDay #AlfredUniversity #GlobalUnity #StudentVoices #MulticulturalAU
Link: https://youtu.be/U9bt7ityAWE
Attachment: International Students Day - Honoring Global Voices
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Are you a student, faculty, or staff member who plays a wind, brass, or percussion instrument? The Alfred University Concert Band welcomes all members of the AU community to join us for the Spring 2026 semester!
Enjoy performing a wide variety of music in a friendly, collaborative environment - no audition required.
Come share your talent and be part of one of Alfred's musical ensembles!
For more information, click on the attached flyer.
Attachment: 39472_1.pdf
Submitted by: Mason St. Pierre
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Arts Speaker Series: Dr. Kelli Morgan
Thursday, November 20, 4:30 pm
Nevins Theater
Co-sponsors: Institute for Cultural Unity; Alfred Ceramic Art Musuem
Link: Auconnect
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Greetings Faculty!
Please join the Mentorship Excellence Team and guest expert, Susan Morehouse, for our next faculty-to-faculty mentorship event on Friday, November 14th at 12:15 in the Kenyon-Allen Room. During this session, our focus is on Mentorship Relationships and Development where we will dive into the many types of mentors we can benefit from having, where we might find these folks, and how we all can further enhance our mentorship connections.
We hope to see you there!
Attachment: F2F Mentorship Series Flyer
Submitted by: Amy Button-Ervin
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Moby Dick Read-Aloud Marathon
We'll begin with "Call me Ishmael," and we won't stop until we've finished the novel
Friday, November 14, 2:30 pm - Saturday, November 15, 3:30 pm in Herrick Library
Stop by to listen, or sign up to read!
Contact Melissa Ryan in the English Division to sign up: [email protected]
Link: Auconnect
Attachment: Moby Dick Read-Aloud Poster
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Alfred University Music Department presents Student Music Recital, Sunday Nov 16 @ 3:00pm in Miller Theater.
This is a free concert.
Link: Auconnect
Attachment: Performing arts logo
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Hosted in Howell Hall at 3pm on November 15th
Come enjoy an evening of extraordinary music with flutist Jeanne Sperber and pianist Michael Salmirs! This dynamic duo will take you on a journey through a wide range of styles-from timeless classical works to vibrant jazz and modern compositions. Jeanne Sperber, Alfred University's Adjunct Instructor of Flute and faculty member at SUNY Binghamton, brings her expressive artistry to the stage alongside the versatile and accomplished pianist, Michael Salmirs. Don't miss this captivating performance!
Link: Auconnect
Attachment: Flute Recital poster
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Dr. Kelli Morgan is a curator, educator, and advocate for
equity in the cultural sector. She is a critical race cultural historian specializing in American art and visual culture. Her research and curatorial practice examine how artists, artworks, and institutions reveal or reinforce systemic anti-Blackness. Her scholarship shows how traditional art history and museum structures can
sustain white supremacy.
A native of Detroit, Morgan holds a doctorate in African American Studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is the Founding Executive Director and CEO of the Black Artists Archive, a nonprofit in Detroit
dedicated to creative production and the preservation of Black visual culture.
Attachment: DR. KELLI MORGAN POSTER
Submitted by: Carole Volpe
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Please join us this Friday, November 14, 2025, to hear this week's speaker, Dr. Sari Rivera give a talk titled "Considering Environmental Law". Dr. Rivera is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Alfred University. She earned a doctorate in political science at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, a masters in political science at New York University and a bachelors in environmental policy from Binghamton University. Her research and teaching interests take an historical approach to American political institutions.
Environmental law refers to a broad range of legal principles and regulations aimed at protecting the natural environment, human health, and natural resources. This area of law encompasses various policies and statutes that address critical issues such as air and water quality, waste management, and pollution control. An environmental lawyer specializes in navigating this complex framework to ensure compliance and advocate for the protection of the environment.
The purpose of environmental law is to protect human health, preserve the environment for present and future generations, and ensure sustainable development. Environmental laws are implemented and enforced by various government agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States.
Environmental law is continually evolving to address new environmental challenges, advancements in environmental science, and society's increasing demand for better environmental protection. Consequently, both environmental science and law are becoming more important and complex, making them essential components of modern society.
Friday, Nov. 14th
Roon Lecture Hall, Science Center-2nd floor
12:20pm - 1:10pm
This talk is being co-sponsored by the Social Science Division
Light refreshments will be available
Attachment: 39519_1.docx
Submitted by: Shannon Yocum
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The Global Studies program will be offering FREE professional passport photos to university students, faculty, and staff on Tuesday November 18th from 11-3pm in Perlman Hall. Just stop by Office 203 or Classroom 204 for your photo session. You can receive free prints and/or email copies. Free prints can send it to your Powell Campus Center mailbox.
For Global Studies majors and minors, the Global Studies Passport Grant goes a step further by paying for the student's entire passport application or renewal fees. Recipient are expected to "pay it forward" by helping others navigate the passport application process. The grant is contingent on the program's yearly budget.
Submitted by: Janet McClain
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The Student Athletic Advisory Committee is holding a Thanksgiving Potluck served by AU sports teams for the Alfred Community on Sunday, November 23rd from 12-2pm in the Joyce and Walton Center.
Attachment: Thanksgiving Potluck flyer
Submitted by: Briana Dorr
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Thanksgiving Recess begins after classes on Tuesday, November 25. Classes resume on Monday, December 1st. Enjoy!
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Alfred University Dance Department presents an Evening of Informal Dance, Thursday Nov 20 & Friday Nov 21 @ 6:00pm in CD Smith Theater.
This is a free concert that showcases choreographic works by faculty, students and visiting dance artists, directors, choreographers and producers.
Link: Auconnect
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Alfred University Music Department presents Chorus concert, Saturday Nov 22 @ 7:30pm in Miller Theater.
This is a free concert featuring Alfred University students and community members.
Link: Auconnect
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Alfred University Music Department presents a combined Jazz & Concert Band Concert, Wednesday Dec 3 @ 7:30pm. This is a free concert.
Link: Auconnect
Submitted by: College of Ceramics
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Do you create posters, PowerPoint presentations, signs, or logos? This workshop will look at some basic graphic design principles that can inform and improve your work.
On November 20, Guest presenter Anthony Nguyen from our School of Fine Art will lead a discussion on the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to graphics design.
This is not a Photoshop class with click-here-do-this exercises. Instead, we will be looking at creative approaches that can guide your process.
Like all creative endeavors, there are aspects that will be rooted in the creator's vision and imagination. However, when trying to effectively communicate a message, there are some overarching concepts that can help strengthen the presentation of that message.
There are no "rules," but there is guidance that can help improve designs, increase attention, and enhance engagement.
Please RSVP, and bring your questions and your designs to this enlightening discussion, held in the Prunty-Russo MediaLab in the Powell Campus Center.
Link: RSVP Yes!
Submitted by: Ian Bentham
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Faculty, staff, and students are invited to upload a holiday or winter-themed photo of their pet to be featured on our email and social media campaigns throughout the season. Feel free to get creative-think cozy winter vibes, festive backdrops, or your pet just enjoying the colder months! Photos taken around campus or in the local community are also encouraged to help spread some extra seasonal cheer.
Link: Submit your photo here!
Submitted by: Tay Cady
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Midnight Breakfast is such a fun way to see students! We serve students "breakfast" to kick of their finals week. We plan to have the prizes, possibly some karaoke, music, dancing, and more as we always do for the students, but we can't do it without help.
Midnight breakfast will be held on Sunday, December 7th from 10:30pm - 12am at Ade. We'll need help everywhere: check in, serving food, desserts, busing and cleaning tables, activities and more!
email [email protected] to sign up to help with the event!
Submitted by: Eliza Ordway
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SUNY FACT2 has developed two task groups for the 2025-2026 school year. Task groups conduct research related to specific topics and report their findings to the FACT2 Council, the SUNY Provost, and the SUNY system through written reports, guides, web content, and webinars. The task group topics for 2025-2026 are Digital Accessibility through Artificial Intelligence, and Credit for Prior Learning.
Digital Accessibility through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This FACT2 Task Group will explore best practices for leveraging AI to support faculty and campus efforts to increase Digital Accessibility of course content and access for students to academic resources and services. Building on the work of the previous Task Group on Generative AI in Teaching and learning, this Task group will look at expanding the AI Tools rubric to include assessment of digital tools for supporting electronic information technology (EIT) accessibility.
Sign-up form: https://tinyurl.com/9wzmf...
Credit for Prior Learning Task Group
This working group will examine enhanced portfolio assessment practices supported by the adoption of technology solutions while developing clear recommendations for equitable campus structures and procedures. SUNY and the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) have formed a two-year partnership to support SUNY's interest in enabling the award of academic credit through Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) in credit courses and programs. CAEL training and consulting through this partnership will support both the FACT2 working group and campus faculty and staff. Through the integration of advanced technology solutions-including AI-powered assessment tools-and robust campus structures designed for access and equity, the FACT2 Task Group will empower SUNY to expand access to credit for prior learning, elevate portfolio assessment standards, and ensure all learners have equitable paths to academic credit based on their skills and experience.
Sign-up form: https://tinyurl.com/35c76...
This is an opportunity to learn and share knowledge with colleagues across the SUNY system. All faculty and staff are welcome to participate. If you have any questions regarding the task groups, please contact Meghanne Freivald.
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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Starting Wednesday, October 19th, ITS will begin selling used computers to students at the ITS Helpdesk on the ground floor of Herrick Library. We will accept cash and credit cards. Prices for used computers will be set at the following:
Windows
* Desktop - $50
* Laptop 14" - $100
* Laptop 15.6" - $100
Apple (very limited supply)
We will take names of individuals who are interested in Apple devices and allow you to enter a lottery system to determine order of selection. These computers will be sold later on.
And here are some important additional details...
* Computers will be sold on a first-come, first served basis. We open at 8:30 am and are located in the basement of the Herrick Library.
* Computers will be sold "as is" with no warranty or ITS support.
* Students will need to supply their own monitor when purchasing a desktop.
* Computers will be offered to faculty/staff at a later date. There will be a portion of the supply set aside for the faculty/staff sale.
If you have additional questions, you can contact the ITS Helpdesk at 871-2222 or [email protected].
Submitted by: Andrew Makasziw
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