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Information Technology Services is pleased to continue offering Zoom to the campus community. In order to ensure the quality and availability of this service, AU routinely deletes old recordings from our instance of Zoom. This is scheduled twice per year. All recordings made prior to December 1, 2026 will be deleted on January 5, 2027. Users are encouraged to examine their recordings and download any items that need to be saved. This routine maintenance will allow us to continue to provide Zoom for classes and meetings. Any questions on this matter can be directed to the ITS Helpdesk. Thank you for your cooperation.
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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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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It's that time of year again, to gather up electronic and universal waste for disposal.
If you haven't already, please take time now to gather items and inventory them, so we can tell the hauler how much to expect to pick up. We will pick up items until November 24th.
Please follow the directions below for removal of your e-waste: Please submit a work order for pick-up using the descriptor of e-waste with location, within the work order :
https://qware.app/#/work-...
Thank you!
Submitted by: Emma McDowell
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International Student Day Celebration: Celebrating Cultures, Connections, and Community!
Alfred University invites the campus community to join us in celebrating International Student Day! This special occasion recognizes and celebrates the diverse cultures, experiences, perspectives, and contributions of international students who enrich our university community.
Our international students bring the world to Alfred through their languages, traditions, talents, and unique experiences. This celebration is an opportunity to recognize their impact, build connections across cultures, and strengthen the sense of community that makes Alfred University special.
Join us for an evening of cultural celebration, connection, and community!
Event Details:
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Holmes Auditorium
Hosted by: Institute for Cultural Unity (ICU)
Enjoy an opportunity to celebrate the many cultures represented at Alfred University, connect with fellow students, and recognize the importance of global perspectives and cultural exchange.
Whether you are an international student, a domestic student, faculty, or staff member, everyone is welcome!
The world is represented here at Alfred University. Let's come together to celebrate our differences, share our stories, and recognize the connections that unite us.
One Campus. Many Cultures. One Community.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/halil-zaim-b72189130_it-was-a-great-pleasure-and-honor-to-take-ugcPost-7396593933591687168-Ly0K?utm_medium=ios_app&rcm=
Submitted by: Angie Taylor
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Join us to hear this week's speaker, Jeff Pietras, give a talk titled "Hidden in the Spectrum: A Statistical Approach of Unmixing Pigments for Art and Artifacts".
Dr. Pietras is Associate Professor of Geology at Binghamton University. In his recent collaborative work, he is looking at the properties of pigments to answer questions important for art historians and art conservationists. He uses X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy to identify pigments on art and archaeological artifacts, with applications that include provenance studies, restoration identification, and forgery or detection.
Friday, Nov. 6th
12:20 pm- 1:10pm
Roon Lecture Hall- Science Center
** Co-Sponsored by the Alfred University Libraries
Light refreshments will be available.
All are welcome
Link: Dr. Pietras - Current Research
Attachment: ENVS Speaker Series poster for Nov. 6, 2026
Attachment: Fall 2026 - Schedule of Speakers
Submitted by: Nicole Munkwitz
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Audiences will have an opportunity to experience a wide range of musical traditions and artistry this weekend in Miller Theater.
Friday, Nov. 13 at 5:30 pm
AU Orchestra featuring the music of Antonio Vivaldi with soloists, Caleb Zelch, Lila Condie and Jeanne Sperber.
Saturday, Nov. 14 at 3:00 pm
AU Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble will present a dynamic performance featuring a diverse selection of music spanning centuries and styles, from the Renaissance to the iconic works of John Williams.
Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2:00
Student Recital showcasing the talents and accomplishments of students enrolled in private music lessons and chamber music seminars.
All concerts are free and open to the public.
Submitted by: Lisa Lantz
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The Global Studies program will be offering FREE professional passport photos to university students, faculty, and staff on Thursday November 19th from 11:20 -3pm in Perlman Hall. Just stop by Office 203 or Classroom 204 for your photo session. You can receive free prints and/or email copies. For Global Studies majors and minors, the Global Studies Passport Grant goes a step further by paying for the student's entire passport application or renewal fees. Recipient are expected to "pay it forward" by helping others navigate the passport application process. The grant is contingent on the program's yearly budget.
Submitted by: Janet McClain
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SUNY FACT2 is seeking faculty and staff volunteers to participate in three task groups during the 2026 - 2027 academic year. The Faculty Advisory Council on Teaching and Technology (FACT2) is an advisory board to the SUNY provost. It bridges pedagogy, research, and educational technology. FACT2 creates and shares system-wide resources and best practices; task groups are an important part of this work.
The task groups seek to engage individuals to work together to conduct research and create guidance on specific topics. Each task group culminates in a written report to be shared across and beyond SUNY. Task groups often create engagement opportunities such as conference presentations and webinars.
The FACT2 Task Groups for 2026 - 2027 are:
Writing Across the Curriculum in the AI Era
Discipline-Specific AI Tools for Workforce Readiness
Adapting Online Course Quality in Asynchronous Education
To learn more about each task group, or to sign up to participate, please use the link below.
Link: SUNY FACT2 Task Groups
Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald
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This week's speaker- Brian Hoven - will give a talk titled "Documenting Plant Community Responses in Ohio and New York to Emerald Ash Borer-Caused Tree Mortality Across Varying Degrees of Soil Wetness and Other Stressors".
Dr. Hoven is Assistant Professor of Biology at SUNY Geneseo with a focus on forest community ecology and conservation. His current research is a regionally important look at the impacts of emerald ash borer tree mortality on the plant community.
Attachment: ENVS Speaker Series poster for Nov. 13, 2026
Attachment: Fall 2026 - Schedule of Speakers
Submitted by: Nicole Munkwitz
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The Writing Center will be closed on Friday, Nov. 13 for a staff event. Make an appointment online or drop-in any other day to work with a consultant on any writing or presentation assignment!
Seidlin 008
M-Th 11:15-4:15 // F 11:15-3:15
Submitted by: Chloe Hansen
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Michelle Carroll, AU's new Title IX Coordinator, is hosting a Safe Zone Workshop on Nov 17th from 3:00-4:00pm for faculty and staff.
What is Safe Zone?
Safe Zone trainings are opportunities to learn about LGBTQ+ identities, gender and sexuality, and examine prejudice, assumptions, and privilege. LGBTQ+ folks sometimes question whether they will feel safe, welcomed, or supported in a new environment.
Who is this workshop for?
Everyone, allies, and LGBTQIA+ people are all welcomed! The goals of Safe Zone trainings is awareness and knowledge of gender/sexuality (including your own!) and is not limited to how to help/support others as ally trainings may be.
Questions?
Email Michelle Carroll ([email protected])
Link: Safe Zone Workshop Registration
Submitted by: Michelle Carroll
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Students, faculty, staff, and community members - Please join us at this year's Thanksgiving Potluck on Sunday, November 22nd, from 12-1:30 pm. Our Alfred University sports teams will be serving delicious, Thanksgiving-themed dishes just for you. Everyone is welcome to come grab a plate and enjoy!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Joyce and Walton Center, Alfred University
Hosted By: The Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Attachment: SAAC Thanksgiving Potluck Poster
Submitted by: Paige Stansfield
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