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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:
Record Voice or Video Comments in Speed Grader
When grading assignments using Speed Grader, you can enter comments for the students. In addition to typed comments, you can also record a media comment (voice or video). This can save time and allow you to create conversational feedback. Instructions are included in the guide below.
Link: Speed Grader Media Comments
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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AU's Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Task Force is pleased to offer an information session/ conversation on the topic of Digital Accessibility. Digital Accessibility is the practice of creating electronic materials that are usable by all individuals, regardless of disability status or the use of assistive technology. It is also an important step to further promote inclusivity among our students, staff, and faculty.
The session will provide a brief overview of Digital Accessibility, as it applies to Title II of Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as practical steps everyone can take to increase the accessibility of their documents, web pages, and course materials. A variety of instructions, tools, and resources will also be provided.
This event will be held on Tuesday, November 18 from 11:00am to 12:00pm. To request the Zoom link, please email Meghanne Freivald or Chris Gause.
Link: Digital Accessibility
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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The Career Development Center is here to make career planning easy and accessible-even after regular office hours! Our Career Caf� provides students with a relaxed space to access career guidance, resources, and support.
?? When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
?? Where: Bookend Lounge, Herrick Library
What you can do at the Career Caf�:
* One-on-one career appointments - meet with a career specialist for personalized guidance.
* Resume & cover letter help - get feedback and tips to make your application stand out.
* Interview prep & mock interviews - practice answering questions and gain confidence.
* Career exploration - discuss majors, career paths, internships, and job opportunities.
* Access to digital tools - explore Handshake, career assessments, and other resources.
* Networking advice - learn how to connect with professionals and build your network.
How to participate:
* Make an appointment on Handshake for personalized support.
* Or just drop in-no appointment needed!
Whether you're polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, or exploring career paths, the Career Caf� is your go-to spot for after-hours support and guidance.
Submitted by: Arielle Kallier
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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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There will be no checks processed the week of Thanksgiving (11/24-11/28). All invoices must be received in the AP inbox by Tuesday, November 18th end of day to be paid on 11/20. Any invoices received after this date will not be paid until 12/4.
Submitted by: Ericson Harris
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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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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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School of Engineering is pleased to announce that Danielle Perry will be defending her Ph.D. Materials Science & Engineering thesis titled: TAILORED ZINC-COPPER-COBALT SOL-GEL BIOACTIVE GLASS CERAMIC 3D-PRINTED IMPLANTABLE COMPOSITES FOR TISSUE REGENERATION on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Binns-Merrill Hall, room 106 and in McMahon, room 110. If you wish to attend virtually, please email [email protected] and a zoom link will be provided.
Attachment: D. Perry - Ph.D. Thesis Abstract
Submitted by: Laura Grove
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As the seasons change, we want to remind everyone to park only in designated parking areas. With snow expected soon, vehicles parked in restricted areas-including fire lanes-risk being plowed in or blocking essential access.
If you're unsure where parking is permitted, please refer to our Vehicle Regulations and Parking Map.
We also ask that you avoid parking in front of dumpsters. Blocked dumpsters prevent the refuse company from emptying them and can cause service delays.
Thank you for helping keep our campus safe and accessible.
Submitted by: Emma McDowell
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Please join the Alfred University Wellness Center for "Nutrition Talk Night: Ask an Expert!" with Kristi Payne, RDN, CDN, on November 18th from 5-6pm in Nevins Theater!
Kristi is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and will be speaking on the topic of nutrition and eating for your body. There will be plenty of time for a question-and-answer session!
Please contact James Ward, Wellness Center Health & Wellness Educator, at [email protected] or call the Wellness Center at (607)871-2400.
We hope to see you there!
You can RSVP on AUConnect using the below link.
Link: AUConnect Link for Nutrition Talk Night
Submitted by: James Ward
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