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Alfred Today

April 7, 2026

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Alumni Speakers

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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2026 BSN Sports Saxon Golf Classic - Sign Up Today!

Alfred University Athletics will host the 2026 BSN Saxon Golf Classic on Friday, June 12 at the Wellsville Country Club, in conjunction with the Alfred University Reunion Weekend.

Golfers will enjoy lunch on the course and a dinner afterwards. This fundraiser for Saxon Athletics will support the experience of 500-plus student-athletes and will include door prizes, on-course games and other opportunities to win prizes, either through skill with a golf club, or luck with the auction.

This year, Alfred University Athletics is offering more ways for businesses and organizations to support the event. Sponsors will be able to choose packages that best fit their financial budget and best fit the exposure they wish to receive.

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Associate Director of Athletic Communications Devon Withers at [email protected].

Link: Registration & Sponsorship Opportunities

Submitted by: Devon Withers

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Communicating the Value of Learning and the Role of AI

The AI Faculty Development Working Group is pleased to present "Communicating the Value of Learning and the Role of AI" on Wednesday, April 15, from 12:15 to 1 pm. During this session, faculty presenters will discuss how they communicate the value of learning with their students, and how those values are reflected in the AI use guidelines for their courses. The presenters will be Elizabeth Matson from CLAS and Ayush Sengupta from the College of Business. The Zoom link for the session is provided below (meeting ID: 932 4875 7693, passcode 945360).

Link: April 15 AI Session Zoom Link

Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald

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Flamenco Pa'todos - Flamenco Dance Workshop

This open workshop invites participants to explore flamenco dance, music, and cultural history. No experience necessary!

Link: AU Connect Event

Attachment: 39803_1.pdf

Submitted by: Arts Events

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Mandatory Vector Trainings

A reminder that Annual Compliance Trainings are now open and must be completed by April 24, 2026. Please take time to log in and complete your assigned trainings before the deadline. Completing these on time helps keep our organization compliant and running smoothly. Thank you for your attention to this requirement.

Link: Vector Training Website

Submitted by: Sam Taft

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MostArts Tickets on Sale

Join us as we celebrate 10 Seasons of Magic with guest pianists, Avery Gagliano [2015 Grand prize winner], Evelina Kleczek [2025 Grand prize winner], and the return of Russian pianist, Asiya Korepanova. Also, the Young Pianist Competition returns as well as the premier a new work commissioned for the celebration of Season 10 by American Composer and Soloist, Gabriel Jenks.

MostArts Festival 2026 takes place from July 12-18. Evening Concert Series, International Orchestra and Artists, Music Under the Stars, Sound Bite Sampler Chamber Music Series, Family Concert, Young Pianist Competition and more...Tickets are on Sale online.

Don't miss a Moment of the Magic !

Link: Schedule of Events

Submitted by: Lisa Lantz

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Alfred Montessori School Art Auction

The Alfred Montessori School holds an Art Auction every few years to raise money for the school. The Auction will be held on Saturday, April 18, from 6pm to 8pm, at Kindred Collective on Main Street. Tickets can be purchased by using the QR code on the attached poster.

Link: Alfred Montessori Art Auction

Submitted by: Kathy Sherman

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Registration is Now Open for the Wellness Center�s GLOW 5K Run/Walk

Registration is now open for the Alfred University Wellness Center's 2026 HDD "After Dark Dash" Glow 5K Run/Walk to be held on April 24th! Registration will begin at 7pm at the Village Bandstand and the race will officially begin at 8pm. The best dressed costume contest will take place at 7:45 PM.

The cost to register for this event is $5 for Alfred University, Alfred State College, and K-12 students. For all other community members and non-students, the cost is $15. You may register now at the RunSignUp Website linked below.

All proceeds of this event will benefit Allegany County Cancer Services with education on colon cancer to be handed out at the race.

Make sure to wear your best neon/glow gear and be prepared to enjoy the delicious provided snacks! Prizes will be awarded to the first overall finisher of the race as well as to the individual wearing the best neon/glow attire. The costume contest will take place at 7:45 PM.

The race route has also been redrawn for this event to avoid steep hills and promote a more suitable environment for individuals of all different fitness levels.

For more information and to register, please visit the RunSignUp webpage linked below. Please also see the attached promotional flyer.

If you have any questions, please contact AU Wellness Center Health and Wellness Educator James Ward at [email protected] or call the Wellness Center at (607)871-2400.

We can't wait to see you there!

Link: Registration Page

Attachment: 39843_1.pdf

Submitted by: James Ward

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Employee Recognition Event

Please join President Zupan and the Employee Recognition Committee in celebrating milestones of our colleagues on May 12th, 2026, from 10:30-12:00pm in Ade Dining Hall.

We will be recognizing those employees who have completed 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of service during the period 9/1/25-8/31/26.

We will honor colleagues who have retired or will retire during the period 9/1/25-8/31/26.

We will also be announcing the recipients of the following awards:
-Cathy Johnson Service Award
-Saxon Service Award
-Bob Condrate Lifelong Learner Award

Submitted by: Christine Harris

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Experience Germany in Allen Term

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a German college student is like? (College is tuition-free, students are paid by their employer to go to school half the year and work the other half.) How humans and robots work together? How do businesses compete for customer market share globally? What is it like to be inside a medieval city? What makes Munich one of the most popular cities to visit in Europe? How the automobile evolved over the past 100+ years? What would it be like to see two of the most extensive car collections in the world?

All these topics will be covered in the Allen Term 2027 class on the German Auto Industry.

Additional special financial support is available to help reduce your cost.

There is an information session with free pizza Wednesday, April 22 at 4:45 pm in Olin 307 introducing the German History, German Art History and German Auto Industry classes.

Contact Business Dean Mark Lewis for information on the German Auto class or Professor Andrew Kless for information on the German History and Art History classes that run in parallel.

Link: http://Highlights from January 2024

Submitted by: Mark Lewis

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Calling Engineers Interested in Manufacturing

Want to go behind the scenes in world-class lean manufacturing? Visit BMW, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz? Meet German students who co-op between the university and manufacturing companies. Learn why engineering alumni who went on this trip say it was a highlight of their AU experience. All these topics will be covered in the Allen Term 2026 class on the German Auto Industry.

Additional special financial support is available to help reduce your cost.

There is an information session with free pizza Wednesday, April 22 at 4:45 pm in Olin 307 introducing the German History, German Art History and German Auto Industry classes.

Contact Business Dean Mark Lewis for information on the German Auto class or Professor Andrew Kless for information on the German History and Art History classes that run in parallel.

Link: January 2024 Highlights

Submitted by: Mark Lewis

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Join The Alfred University Concert Band!

The Alfred University Concert Band is excited to continue growing in the Fall 2026 semester. We'd love to have new members join! Please read the attached flyer for more information.

Attachment: Join the AU Concert Band!

Submitted by: Mason St. Pierre

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Art Minor � School of Art & Design

Art Minor - School of Art & Design

This 16-credit minor (12 credits in studio art and 4 credits in art history) offers a hands-on, interdisciplinary experience that complements a wide range of majors. Through studio coursework and art history study, students develop creative problem-solving, visual communication, and analytical skills that enhance their primary field of study.

Studio courses offered Fall 2026 include:

ART 111 Drawing for Non-Art Majors
ART 122 Glass Studio for Non-Majors
ART 151 Ceramics for Non-Majors
ART 161 Printmaking for Non-Majors
Students can also choose from a wide range of art history courses.

For more information about the minor: https://undergraduatecata...

Link: Art Minor Information

Attachment: Art Minor Classes offered for Fall 2026

Submitted by: Carole Volpe

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College of Business Deans Role Presentations!

You are invited to the campus presentations from candidates for the College of Business Dean role!


Each presentation will be from 10:15-11:15 AM in Seidlin 114:

Monday, April 6th

Wednesday, April 8th

Friday, April 10th

Friday, April 17th


If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please contact Rachel Lehman at [email protected].

Submitted by: Rachel Lehman

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Youth Sports Clinic hosted by the Women in Sports Committee and SAAC

On April 26th, from 10am-3pm, the Alfred University Women in Sports Committee and SAAC are hosting a sports clinic for youth ages 8-11. Student athlete volunteers from various sports will be running stations with introductions to softball, rugby, football, kickball, and more. Lunch will be provided, all skill levels are welcome!

Link: Register here

Attachment: More information and our flyer

Submitted by: Anna Muscatiello

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Swing for a Cure - For Parkinson's Research

A homerun derby to support Parkinson's Research! Join us on April 12th at 2 pm at Harrington Field to take some swings and win some prizes. Participants must pay to play - all electronic. $3 for 5 balls and $5 for 10 balls. All proceeds will go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation to support its work in Parkinson's Research.

Link: AU Connect

Attachment: 39870_1.pdf

Submitted by: Savannah Lingle

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Join the Wellness Center and Residence Life for Grocery Bingo!

Please join the Alfred University Wellness Center, Wellness LLC, Sustainability LLC, and Community Engagement LLC for an evening of "Grocery Bingo" on 4/7/26 from 6-7pm in Nevins Theater!

We will be playing Bingo with groceries as prizes! Any unwanted prizes can be donated directly to the AU Food Pantry at the event.

We hope to see you there! You can RSVP for the event at the AUConnect Link below.

Link: AUConnect Page for Grocery Bingo!

Submitted by: James Ward

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