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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:
Place All Quiz Questions on One Page
When creating a Quiz in Canvas, you have the ability to place all questions on one page (this is a default setting). This choice is helpful for students who struggle with slow internet connections, as they do need to wait for multiple pages to load. It also reinforces good habits and reduces text anxiety by allowing students to check their answers before submitting. Instructions are included in the guide below.
Link: Canvas Quiz Options
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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An AI Open Mic Conversation will be held over Zoom on Wednesday, October 21, from 12:30 to 1 pm. This is an opportunity for faculty and staff to share their experiences with AI in a collaborative, informal setting. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask each other questions. The conversation will be guided by ITS staff and members of the AI Faculty Development Working Group, but there will be no formal presentation; the goal is to foster discourse on the topic of AI and learn from each other. The Zoom link is provided below (meeting ID: 943 9399 0944, passcode: 554192).
Link: AI Open Mic Conversation - October 21
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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On Monday, October 19, 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: Universal Design for Learning
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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Don't forget Tuesday, Oct. 20, is the last day to withdraw from a class that meets all semester. Be sure to fill out the form and obtain the necessary signatures before submitting to the Registrar's office at [email protected].
Link: Course Withdrawal Form
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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Faculty and Staff - the Tuition Exchange Export Application deadline is October 30, 2026. If your child is planning to begin college (or transfer to another college) next year, 2027-2028 you may wish to explore the schools participating in the Tuition Exchange (TE) Program. RENEWAL TE Export applications are also subject to the deadline of October 30, 2026. Please read the attached TE Information Memo for application procedures and details on the program. Two application forms are required: The AU TE Export Application must be completed online at the TE website using the EZ-App: https://tuitionexchange.o... The AU Human Resources (HR) TR/TE form (please return to the HR office for approval at [email protected]).
Link: Tuition Exchange Export Application
Attachment: Tuition Exchange Community Memo
Submitted by: Barbara Landries
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Domestic and dating violence are prevalent in all communities, including college communities. One in five college students experienced dating or domestic violence in the last year.
At Alfred University, we are committed to serving all students who are experiencing violence, including domestic and dating violence.
If you are experiencing violence in your relationship or feel that you want help, please use the website, AU Report It, to report to the Title IX Office.
During the month, Alfred University's Rape Crisis Advocate, Christa, will visit campus to provide information to students. She will be in the Powell Campus Center on October 9th, 16th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, and 26th. If you want to meet with Christa while she's on campus, please contact [email protected] to be connected.
Link: AU Report It
Submitted by: Michelle Carroll
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The Foreign Language Placement Exam is an online test that is administered in person with proctoring. Online exams can be taken in French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Chinese. Students must PREREGISTER by emailing Prof. Kerry Kautzman ([email protected]). In the email, include the language (French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Chinese) in which you would like to be tested. Modern Languages will offer this test on Tuesday, October 27th from 5:00 - 6:10 p.m. in Seidlin 016. You must pre-register by Tuesday, October 27th 2:00 p.m. Bring your student ID with you to the exam!
Who should take a Placement Exam? Students who have taken more than two years of French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese in high school and who intend to take the same language at AU should take the exam in that language. Students who are bilingual or native speakers of French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese (or who have spoken the language at home) should take the exam in that language.
Who does NOT need to take a Placement Exam? Students who are planning to take French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese in college but have NOT studied that language in High School (or spoken it at home) do not need to take an exam. They should start by taking 101 in their chosen language.
Students who wish to demonstrate proficiency in a language OTHER THAN French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese should contact Prof. Kerry Kautzman ([email protected]) about procedures for taking a Placement Exam through another institution.
PLEASE NOTE: The Foreign Language Placement Exam is online but only offered in person on specific dates during each semester. You must register ahead of time. There is a limit of 15 for each session.
Submitted by: Janet McClain
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Safe Space Conversation - Cornell Conversation
Thursday, October 22 | 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
Susan Howell Room
Join us for a small, informal Safe Space Conversation focused on creating a welcoming environment for dialogue and reflection following recent events at Cornell University.
Michelle Carroll will facilitate the conversation, with Christa also joining us. This gathering is an opportunity to come together, listen, ask questions, share perspectives, and engage in meaningful conversation with one another.
The goal is to create a space where participants can talk openly, thoughtfully, and respectfully while learning from different perspectives.
Lunch will be provided. Space and food are planned for the first 25 participants to RSVP/register.
RSVP through AU Connect!
We hope you will join us for this important conversation.
Link: https://youtu.be/BuDNGtf0L5Q
Attachment: Let's Talk About The Cornell 7
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Alfred University Women's Basketball will be hosting
our 9th annual Community Leaf Rake on
Sunday, Nov. 1 from 9:00am-12:30pm.
Available for anyone residing in the Alfred area!
Please contact [email protected] for more information.
*This is on a first come, first serve basis. Availability is limited!*
Submitted by: Michael Moskowitz
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Looking for an opportunity to make music, meet new people, and be part of a fun and engaging ensemble? Join the Alfred University Concert Band for the Spring 2027 semester!
The Concert Band brings musicians together to rehearse and perform a variety of exciting concert band repertoire. Whether you're looking to continue playing your instrument or get back into music after some time away, this is a great opportunity to make music with others in a welcoming and collaborative environment.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:20-6:50 PM
Performance:
One concert at the end of the Spring 2027 semester
With just one concert at the end of the semester, the Concert Band offers a rewarding musical experience.
Come be part of the music this spring! We look forward to making music with you in the Alfred University Concert Band!
Questions? Contact Dr. Mason St. Pierre for more details.
Submitted by: Mason St. Pierre
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Student proposals requesting Spring 2027 funding from the Alfred Research Grants for Undergraduate Students (ARGUS) program are due by midnight on Friday, Nov. 20. Instructions for preparing and submitting a proposal, along with supporting application materials, can be found at the link below. Proposals that do not follow 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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