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AU's Universal Design for Learning Task Force is pleased to share weekly tips to help faculty and staff provide an inclusive learning environment for all students, regardless of differences that may impact learning. This week's tip is:
Convey Meaning through Text Rather than Color
When creating materials for students, please ensure that students are able to engage with the content regardless of the use of color. It is important to convey meaning through the text itself, rather than relying solely on color. Not all individuals are capable of seeing color the same way. As a result, the students' understanding of colorful or highlighted text may differ from the intended meaning.
If colorful text is used, it is important to ensure good contrast between the font and the background for readability. The WebAIM Contrast Checker can help ensure that there is enough contrast between the text and background.
Link: WebAIM Contrast Checker
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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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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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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Allen Term helps you catch up or get ahead. Allen Term courses are online so you can still enjoy the time at home with family and friends. Don't wait, register now.
Allen Term 2025-26 schedule is available now!!
For any questions, please email [email protected]
Link: Allen (Winter) Term
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Friday, December 5 is the last day of Fall classes. Final Exams are Monday, December 8 through Friday, December 12. Have a safe and joyous break. Hope to see you at the start of the Spring semester on Tuesday, January 20.
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Gibbs Fitness Center along with The Joyce & Walton Center will be Closed November 25th-29th. Thank you!
Submitted by: Craig Yanni
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We will be hosting a Basket Raffle and Ugly Sweater Competition during the Holiday Luncheon.
Basket Raffle
~Departments that wish to participate may contribute a basket or single item valued at $25-$30.
~Items can be themed, handcrafted, or include things like hats, mittens, snacks, or gift cards.
~Baskets can be dropped off to Human Resources no later than the end of business, December 12th.
~All employees attending the luncheon will receive five free raffle tickets.
~Additional tickets will be available for $1 each, with all proceeds benefiting the Campus Food Pantry.
~Employees may place tickets in any basket(s) they choose.
~Winners will be drawn throughout the luncheon.
Ugly Sweater Competition
~Departments are invited to create a group-themed ugly sweater entry for those who wish to participate.
~Themes should be work-appropriate and not tied to any religious holiday.
~Judging will focus on creativity and collaboration.
~Voting will take place via QR code, and winners will be announced at the end of the event.
~Departments have until December 5th to sign up.
Link: Alfred University Holiday Luncheon: Ugly Sweater Contest & Basket Raffle
Submitted by: Christine Harris
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Starting in the early spring semester, we will launch a weekly KnowBe4 simulated phishing campaign for students. This initiative mirrors the program currently in place for employees and is designed to help students recognize and resist social engineering attacks from external bad actors. Phishing remains a significant issue for organizations of all sizes, and developing these skills is essential for personal and professional security.
Student instructions regarding the Phish Alert Button (PAB)-a tool many employees are already familiar with, will be shared at a future date. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact the ITS Help Desk at [email protected] or 607-871-2222.
To make this initiative engaging, we will also run a contest for the most conscientious student reporters of phishing emails through the Phish Alert Button (PAB). Students who consistently identify and report phishing attempts will have the opportunity to win a used laptop as part of this contest.
This program aligns with our educational mission and prepares students for the realities of the modern workplace, where cybersecurity awareness is critical. if you have any questions, please contact the ITS Help Desk at [email protected] or 607-871-2222.
Submitted by: Gary Roberts
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Hello, my name is Nana. I will be graduating this December, and I'm looking for someone who lives in the city and has a valid driver's license who can help drive me, and my belongings back to the city. If you're interested and available, please contact me by December 4th. My contact information is listed below.
Thank you!
[email protected]
3476722580
Submitted by: Nana ama Asoku
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We are excited to announce the release of the redesigned webpages for the Registrar's Office on MyAU. The goal for these updates will help students, faculty, and staff to maneuver around the website and find the resources our office's provides with ease.
The site will receive updates and edits in the future to give you all the best experience possible.
If you have any questions, please be sure to reach out to [email protected]
Link: Registrar's Office
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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The Registrar's office has built an Outlook Calendar that contains reminders for various dates and deadlines from the Academic Calendar that will be shared to Faculty and Staff before we leave for the Thanksgiving Break.
The Academic Calendar webpage will still be available for you and the students.
For any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Have a happy holiday break and safe travels!
Link: Academic Calendar
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Join us for a quiet reading hour in Scholes Library on December 2 from 6-7. Bring your own book or text (or browse our stacks), trade your phone for a snack and drink, then find a cozy spot for an hour of undistracted reading. There will be some ambient sounds performed live to set the mood.
Submitted by: Kevin Adams
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Dr. Ursula Rall will give a talk on her research on Monday, 12/1 in Myers Hall 336 from 1:15-2:15 PM. Dr. Rall's talk is titled, "Making Life Work in "Hell": Mobility, Identity, and the Financial Networks of Women of African Descent in Seventeenth-Century Veracruz, Mexico". All are welcome to attend.
Submitted by: Nickcole Klesa
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