Alfred University's Daily Announcements - AURA

(1)

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

In This Issue

Webmail users click here

General Announcements

· Asians! In America!

· Student Club Business Office package

· Students of Color Leadership Summit - Call for Programs

· MS/MSE Thesis Defense - Peter J. Sowinski

· RidgeWalk and Run

· Airgas Ordering: Black Out Period

· Safe Zone Training

· ARE YOU UP TO THE CHALLENGE?

· El cafecito: Telenovela Improv

· Internal Job Posting

· Autumn Visit Days with Admissions

· Double Shot

· Ride Board

What's Happening?

More Events...

TODAY

12:00 Kanakadea Review Sale 5:15 Yoga Classes

5:30 El cafecito: Telenovela Improv

TOMORROW

12:00 Kanakadea Review Sale 12:10 Bergren Forum

1:00 Visiting Artist

Demonstration: Anne Currier

3:30 Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Men’s Tennis @ home 4:30 Visiting Artist Lecture:

Anne Currier

FRIDAY 9:00 Visiting Artist

Demonstration: Anne Currier

7:30 Neil Jacobs in Concert

Asians! In America!

Hello friends! We meet again today, this time at 6:15 to allow some time for people to attend Drawn to Diversity's Eid dinner! Any questions, please email [email protected]!

Submitted by: Jessica Cheng

back to top Send Email Reminder

Student Club Business Office package

(2)

The Business Office in Carnegie Hall has put together a Student Club package to help the Clubs with any of the Business Office forms. Hoping this information will be helpful and less confusing of our procedures. Please do not hesitate to contact the Business Office with any questions.

If you are a Student Group representative, please have your authorized signing rights information sheet filled out, with signatures so that we may have the updated information on file for our records this will help when processing any of your requests.

Attachment: CompleteStudentClubPackage.pdf Submitted by: Marty Fuller

Students of Color Leadership Summit - Call for Programs

On November 5, Alfred State, Alfred University, Houghton College, and Saint Bonaventure University will be collaborating to host the first regional Five College Consortium Students of Color Leadership Summit.

We are currently seeking dynamic presentations that raise the consciousness among members of the communities we represent. The presentations will lay the foundation for this year's theme "Equity, Leadership, & Activism: Finding Your Voice".

Faculty, staff, and students are all encouraged to submit proposals if they are interested.

Attached is a PDF version of the proposal form that can be returned via campus mail or in person to Craig Arno, or you can fill out the form electronically using the attached link.

Questions? Contact Craig by email at [email protected] or by phone at 607-871-2671 Link: Online Proposal Submissions

Attachment: PDF Proposal Form Submitted by: Institute for Cultural Unity

MS/MSE Thesis Defense - Peter J. Sowinski

Dr. Scott Misture is pleased to announce that Peter Sowinski will defend his MS in Materials Science and Engineering thesis entitled,

"(Ni0.375Cu0.375Mg0.25)Al2O4 INTERNAL REFORMING LAYER FOR SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELL ANODES"

on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 3:30 p.m. in McMahon 358.

Copies of his thesis are on display in the Dean's office in Binns-Merrill Hall 160 and the CACT Office in McMahon 120.

Attachment: PSowinski_Abstract.pdf Submitted by: Katie Decker

RidgeWalk and Run

Sunday, October 16th, the 24th Annual RidgeWalk & Run event located in beautiful Southwestern, New

(3)

York State. It takes place each fall as the hillsides are turning into a kaleidoscope of rich reds, oranges and yellows. The RidgeWalk & Run encompasses many events so if you are looking for a causal stroll through the woods or if you prefer a

competitive long run, we are just what you are looking for.

Up to 1,100 participants complete in one of the many events that are offered at the RidgeWalk & Run.

Whether you are looking to take a two mile relaxing walk through the woods or compete in the 15 mile timed trail run, we have it all! Our event concludes on a gorgeous horse farm with festivities that include door prizes, music, lunch, and kids' activities. This year's events are as follows:

2 Mile Scenic Walk 2 Mile Guided Trail Walk 6 Mile Walk 9 Mile Walk

5K Competitive Run 10K Competitive Run 15 Mile Walk 15 Mile Competitive Run Link: For more information or to register

Submitted by: Eliza Ordway

Airgas Ordering: Black Out Period

Due to Air Liquide recently acquiring Airgas, Airgas cannot accept product orders (gas cylinders, industrial supplies, etc.) on September 29th and 30th. Please plan ahead for this black out period.

Submitted by: Cheryl Foster

Safe Zone Training

"The Gay Alliance's SafeZone program was created to develop, enhance and maintain environments in workplaces, schools and other social settings that are culturally competent and supportive to LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) individuals, as well as straight, cisgender people who care about diversity, equality and inclusion." -

Trainings Schedule:

Thursday October 6th from 12:15-3:15pm Friday, November 18th from 2:00 - 5:00pm Monday, January 16th from 1:00 - 4:00pm Wednesday, March 8th from 1:00-4:00pm

To Register or for more information contact Craig Arno at [email protected]

Submitted by: Eliza Ordway

ARE YOU UP TO THE CHALLENGE?

TIAA and Alfred University want to know and here is your chance to show your financial chops! Each week 5 new questions are added and you could win one of three $100 AMEX gift cards just by showing off your financial knowledge.

Link: You are One Click Away from the Challenge

(4)

Submitted by: Mark Guinan

El cafecito: Telenovela Improv

Please join AU's Culture & Conversation Club, El cafecito, for an evening of Telenovela Improv! Act in or simply watch others as they portray characters with the style of a Telenovela, a Latin American or Hispanic soap opera. It will be a fun way to practice your Spanish speaking skills, all levels welcome!

Wednesday, September 28th 5:30pm - 6:30pm

AU Language House

12 Park Street (across from the Saxon Inn)

Submitted by: Michele Gaffney

Internal Job Posting Employment Opportunity:

Desktop Technician

Link: Desktop Technican Posting

Submitted by: Connie Lewis

Autumn Visit Days with Admissions

The Office of Admissions is having our first open house of the season for prospective students this Saturday, October, 01. We are expecting over 30 students including their families bringing approximately 100 people on campus for this event.

Registration begins in Powell Campus Center at 9:00 followed by academic break-out sessions,

admissions and financial aid session, as well as other concurrent sessions. Families will be eating lunch on campus in Ade dining hall from 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Concurrent tours will follow lunch. If you have any questions about the event, please contact Michelle at x2015.

Attachment: AVD_Schedule.doc Submitted by: Michelle Pomeroy

Double Shot

Opening Reception: Friday, Oct. 7, 2016 @ 7pm-8:30pm October 7 - 14, 2016

Robert C. Turner Gallery

(5)

Free

Join us for an evening revolving around contemporary coffee culture within the realm of ceramic wares.

Submitted by: SOAD Events

Ride Board

Need a ride home or back to campus from break? Search for a ride or post a ride that you can offer to someone else.

Link: Ride Board

Submitted by: Judy Linza