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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:
Quiz Question Feedback
When creating a quiz in Canvas, you can add written feedback to each possible answer. The students will see the written feedback after they complete the Quiz, as long as they are permitted to see their responses following submission. Instructions are included in the guide below.
Link: Create a Multiple Choice Quiz Question
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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The Office of the Provost would like to announce drop-in office hours for the Fall 2026 semester.
Please feel free to stop by to share thoughts or concerns, ask questions, or provide feedback to Provost Dobie. Open office hours will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the following dates throughout the fall semester:
August 31
September 14
October 12 and 26
November 23
December 7
We look forward to seeing you.
Submitted by: Crystal Henshaw
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Spring semester will be here soon. Prepare by meeting with your advisor during advising week which starts Monday, Oct. 26. Web registration begins on date noted for each class standing:
* Graduate Students & Seniors (90+ credits) -- Monday, Nov. 2
* Juniors (60-89 credits) -- Wednesday, Nov. 4
* Sophomores (30-59 credits) -- Friday, Nov. 7
* First Years (0-29 credits) -- Tuesday, Nov. 10
Remember all undergraduates need an alternate pin number to register and those are received from your advisor.
Submitted by: Alex Holbrook
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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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It's Almost Halloween! Let's Talk About Costumes, Culture & Community.
Alfred University is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment for ALL. This Halloween, let's celebrate with fun, food, and respect.
Inclusive Costume Check
Before you dress up, ask yourself:
Does my costume perpetuate stereotypes or stigmas?
Does it use clothing or symbols from a culture/religion I don't belong to?
Does it represent a time period now considered offensive?
If you said "YES" to any of these, it's time to rethink.
Do's for Halloween at AU
Be creative, not offensive.
Choose costumes that are fun, spooky, or silly-not harmful.
Enjoy the food & treats without making someone else's culture a costume.
Don'ts for Halloween at AU
No blackface.
No cultural or religious dress used as "costumes."
No stereotypes-ever.
Food & Treats with Inclusion in Mind
When bringing snacks or hosting Halloween events:
Offer nut-free and allergy-friendly options.
Clearly label ingredients to keep everyone safe.
Be mindful of cultural and religious dietary needs (e.g., vegetarian, halal, kosher).
Remember: Treats taste better when everyone can enjoy them!
General Safety Tips
Use reflective materials, carry flashlights or glow sticks, choose light-colored costumes to enhance visibility. Safe Kids Worldwide+2Flock Safety+2
Avoid masks that block vision; face paint is safer. Safe Kids Worldwide+1
Stay on sidewalks, cross at crosswalks, supervise children (especially younger ones). Active Parenting+3Safe Kids Worldwide+3Flock Safety+3
Keep decorations, pumpkins, and cords well-lit and away from walking paths.
Use battery-operated "candles" instead of real flames.
If handing out treats, avoid frightening decorations right at the door; and consider giving non-scary alternatives for sensitivity concerns.
Let's celebrate Halloween with laughter, snacks, and school spirit-while respecting every member of our community.
Have fun. Be safe. Be respectful.
Link: https://youtu.be/QSGuX0N86fk
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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The lifeguards have saved several items that were found in the beachfront area over the summer, so if you are missing something, please contact Amanda McMahan in Facilities Services - [email protected] - x-2154 - to claim your item(s). All items are currently located in her office. If not claimed by Nov. 1st, they will be disposed of accordingly. Thank you!
Submitted by: Amanda McMahan
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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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If you're a first-year or transfer student, you'll notice a class called Common Ground on your spring schedule. In this one-credit course, you'll have the kinds of discussions that we see as essential to your education -- about what's going on in the world, what kind of community we want to create, and how to have civil discourse across ideological boundaries. You'll get a chance to meet (and have meaningful conversation with) students with diverse academic interests, backgrounds, and beliefs. Classes only meet once a week for 50 minutes, so it won't add to your academic workload, but it will add value to your AU degree by developing your capacity to work well with others (and it is a university requirement). Classes meet either Wednesdays or Thursdays, 3:20 - 4:10. Because we don't want Common Ground to interfere with the rest of your academic program, we won't assign you to a particular section until you've had a chance to register for your other spring classes. If you have any questions about the Common Ground program, please contact Melissa Ryan, Professor of English, [email protected].
Submitted by: Melissa Ryan
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Open Yoga, is FREE to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. The class is held on Wednesdays at 5pm at the Joyce Walton Center throughout the school year. Yoga props are available to borrow, or feel free to bring your own. For questions or to get on the Open Yoga email list contact Sharon McConnell: [email protected]
Attachment: OpenYoga_Poster
Submitted by: Sharon McConnell
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