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As part of our educational mission at Alfred University, we are expanding our cybersecurity awareness efforts to include a weekly simulated phishing campaign for students. This program mirrors the initiative already in place for employees and is designed to help you recognize and respond to social engineering attacks that you may encounter both here and in your future workplaces.
Throughout the semester, you will receive simulated phishing emails created through KnowBe4, a leading cybersecurity education platform. These simulations are based on real-world tactics used by malicious actors. Your role is to become familiar with how phishing attempts look and to develop the habit of reporting suspicious messages promptly.
When you receive an email that appears suspicious, please use the Phish Alert Button in Outlook on your phone or computer. Selecting this button will report the message to ITS.
* If the email is part of the simulation, your report will be recorded as a successful identification.
* If the email is an actual phishing attempt that made it through our defenses, it will be quarantined, and ITS systems will automatically search for similar messages across campus to protect others.
Your vigilance strengthens our "human firewall," which helps safeguard not only your own information but also the broader university community.
To make this program more engaging, students who accurately report two or more simulated phishing emails during the semester will receive a small packet of Swedish Fish gummies. In addition, all successful reporters will be entered into a drawing for a used laptop computer at the end of the semester.
The provided link describes how to identify and report suspicious emails the Phish Alert Button on different platforms. If you have questions, please contact the ITS Help Desk at [email protected] or 607-871-2222.
Thank you for your attention and willingness to help protect our campus community.
Link: How to detect and report phishing emails
Submitted by: Gary Roberts
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Office of Public Safety would like to announce that your parking passes will expire on August 31, 2026. Please come into the Public Safety Office, located on the 2nd floor of Powell; from the hours of 8:30am-3:30pm, M-F to update your information and receive your new AU parking passes.
Submitted by: Barbara Freeland
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Fall 2026, Episode 3, Sep 17, Dave Snyder
50 Years with The Alfred Sun
The editor, publisher and janitor of our hometown newspaper tells his story.
Bergren Forum - Fall 2026
The Bergren Forum, sponsored by the Division of Human Studies and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, runs 12:15-1:10 on Thursdays in Nevins Theatre, Powell Campus Center and by zoom. Bring a brown bag lunch if you wish. Coffee and tea will be provided. For further information contact or a calendar invite with the zoom link, contact John D'[email protected]
Meeting ID: 963 4978 6030
Passcode: 173599
Link: Join the zoom here
Submitted by: Nickcole Klesa
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The Inamori School of Engineering graduate student, Cooper Howard will defend his PhD/Ceramic Engineering Thesis Friday, September 18th in Binns-Merrill Room 160.
Title of Thesis: Solid State Sintering of SiC using Soluble Additives
Copies of Cooper's thesis Will be on display in Binns-Merrill 160 and in McMahon in the CACT Office.
Attachment: Abstract
Submitted by: Eliza Sidenstecker
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The Procurement Office will be closed for the day on Friday, September 18th.
If you need to pick up or return a store credit card (Lowe's, Wal-Mart, or Wegmans) that day, please see Morgan Whaley-MacQuarrie in Jordan Hall.
Thank you.
Submitted by: Melissa Badeau
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More than 30 alumni are returning to campus for Alfred University's third annual Mentorship Day on Friday, September 25. Students should register now through Handshake to ensure their spot at the day of conversations, connections, and career insights with alumni across a wide range of careers and industries.
Meet this year's alumni presenters and learn more about their backgrounds and areas of expertise on the Mentorship Day profiles page linked below.
All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend the keynote presentation by Patricia St. George '89, "Leading with Purpose: Mentoring Ethical and Creative Leaders Across Disciplines and Why Alfred University Students Have a Unique Opportunity to Do the Same."
Mentorship Day is a great opportunity for students to make connections, explore career paths, and learn from alumni experiences.
Link: go.alfred.edu/mentorshipday
Submitted by: Carol Marcy
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Wednesday, September 23
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
John's Room, 3rd Floor, Powell Campus Center
Take a break from your daily routine and join colleagues from across campus for a meaningful and engaging experience focused on connection, community, and belonging. Join fellow support staff for conversations that strengthen connections, celebrate the important role each of us plays in our community, and provide an opportunity to share ideas and hear different perspectives.
Participation is encouraged, but there is no expectation to speak or share. We invite you to engage at the level that feels most comfortable for you.
Whether you've been part of the Alfred family for years or are just getting started, your voice matters, and we hope you'll join us for the conversation.
Please complete the RSVP form below if you plan to attend. Lunch will be provided for registered participants.
This event is intended for support staff only.
Link: Support Staff Workshop Flyer
Attachment: Support Staff Workshop Flyer
Submitted by: Crystal Henshaw
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Get ready for some spooky fun! We're excited to invite all departments to participate in this year's Faculty & Staff Halloween Competition!
Each department is encouraged to:
-Coordinate costumes among team members
-Welcome students who will be trick-or-treating across campus
A starter supply of candy will be provided to participating departments. Departments are encouraged to supplement the provided candy with additional candy as needed for their trick-or-treaters.
During the event, students will vote for their favorite department, and the winning team will receive a special prize!
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
If your department would like to join in the fun, please have one representative complete the participation form by Friday, October 9, 2026.
Please note: There will be no late submissions after October 9. This deadline is necessary so we can finalize the campus map for our trick-or-treaters.
Participation is completely optional! We hope to see you there!
Link: Halloween Competition � Participation Survey
Submitted by: Christine Harris
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The University of Rochester/Jones Memorial Hospital will host The 34th Annual RidgeWalk & Run on Sunday, Oct. 18, in Wellsville, NY. The event is the Wellsville hospital's largest fundraiser in support of its wellness programming.
Each October, more than 1,000 outdoor enthusiasts from all over Western New York, Northern Pennsylvania, and around the country participate in the annual RidgeWalk & Run in Wellsville. The event follows a gorgeous network of remote hiking trails, woven along linked parcels of private land, and open for public participation only once each year.
This unique event is an opportunity for families and competitive runners to enjoy the beautiful fall colors and the rolling hills in Allegany County's Alma Township. The RidgeWalk & Run has an event for all ages and fitness levels, and each one promotes good health in a family-friendly environment. It includes 2K, 6K, 9K, and 25K walks as well as professionally timed 5K, 10K, and 25K trail runs. The Finish Line Arena is on a gorgeous horse farm where there are festivities, lunch, music, raffles, vendor tables, and activities for kids.
To register, please visit https://runsignup.com/Rac.... For more information on the RidgeWalk & Run, please visit www.ridgewalk.com.
Attachment: RideWalk & Run Poster
Submitted by: Mark Whitehouse
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The Division of Social Sciences will host a�Constitution�Day�panel discussion with Alfred University's political science faculty on Tuesday, September 17th at 5:45 p.m. in the Scholes Library Commons.�Constitution-related issues impact many areas of college students' lives. Join us on the anniversary of the�Constitution's signing to find out how, and ask questions. See you there!�
Attachment: 40156_1.pdf
Submitted by: Nickcole Klesa
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