Military Stories

Alfred University has a connection to the military that's woven into the fabric of our institution’s history. Here you'll find just a few of the stories recently shared with us that make our University and our military history so special.

Robert Grossman '64 - ROTC
Lawrence Ploetz '68 - ROTC
Morgan Denny '70 - ROTC
"I Am a Veteran"

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Student Stories

Criminal Justice Major Turned Military & Academic Coach

"The goal is to learn what each department (within a college) does and how that can apply to Military Affairs. This will show how we can improve and..."

Communication & Global Studies Applied to a Military Career

"Alfred is what you make it. If you want to be adventurous and try new things, there is always someone willing to share their experiences at every c..."

Non-Traditional Students Welcome! Veteran Students Welcome!

"Alfred has been everything I had hoped it would be. The faculty and staff are always willing to help, and my fellow students have accepted me as an..."

Career in Military, Criminal Justice, Equestrian Aficionado

"I applied to Alfred University as a backup school...a way to make my mom happy...Attending Alfred University might be the best choice I have ever m..."

ROTC, Mechanical Engineering, 3 Minors AND Varsity Soccer

"I know that all of my professors and my coaches are going to push me to be the best that I can be. All these challenges, physical and academic, are..."

AU ROTC Program Grad, US Army Officer, Med Student

"At Alfred, I felt comfortable openly displaying who I am and explaining personal and academic interests without ever wondering if I would be accept..."