Celebrating Local Achievements: Alfred State College's 113th Commencement Highlights Community Success

Alfred State College held its 113th commencement ceremony at Pioneer Stadium, celebrating the graduation of about 1,000 students. The event gathered faculty, staff, family, and friends to recognize the academic achievements and future plans of the class of 2024. Instead of a traditional speech, President Dr. Steve Mauro presented a video where graduates thanked those who had a significant impact on their college experience.

In the video, student Derek Correa thanked his supporters after recovering from a coma the previous fall. Student Senate President Kaytlin Cottrell also spoke, noting the event as both an end and a beginning for the graduates.

The ceremony included the presentation of the Paul B. Orvis Award for Excellence to five students. This award, named after a former college president and SUNY executive dean, honors students for their service, leadership, character, and scholarship.

Representatives from the college's three schools also spoke. Lauren Staba from the School of Arts and Sciences discussed her campus involvement and academic achievements. Brandon Clark from the School of Architecture, Management, and Engineering Technology talked about his academic success and internship experiences. Michael Berthin from the School of Applied Technology shared his advocacy work and future educational goals.

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