Alfred University student Sean Killian describes himself as inquisitive by nature, with a desire to learn how things work and how they can be improved. That mindset led Sean, a sophomore at Alfred ...

U.S. News & World Report recently released its annual rankings of colleges and universities and Alfred University is among the institutions of higher education recognized. Best Value School rankings ...

Alfred University is proud to announce that Summer Escaño Aquinoa senior in the School of Art & Design at the New York State College of Ceramics (NYSCC), has been awarded the highly competitive 2026 ...

Reza Mirzaei, clinical assistant professor of Art History at Alfred University’s School of Art & Design, New York State College of Ceramics, has published a peer-reviewed article “Equestrian Semiosis: ...

The Spark is the official blog of Alfred University, created to illuminate the dynamic experiences, creative achievements, and unique perspectives of our student community. The Spark captures the ...

The town of Alfred isn't just home to two universities—it’s also a tight-knit rural community full of charm. Alfred boasts unique small businesses, each with its own personality. Whether you’re ...

A plaque installed along Route 21 in Alfred Station honors late Alfred University alumnus Wallace “Wally” Higgins ’52, who taught at his alma mater for nearly 30 years and famously trained with the ...

Bryan Hill ’90, a member of the Alfred University Board of Trustees who serves as Fairfax County executive, has been named one of the 50 most influential people in Northern Virginia. Bryan Hill ’90, ...

Alfred University students in the Introduction to Sculpture class taught by Bianca Boragi, visiting assistant professor of sculpture in the School of Art and Design, went on a trip to New York City ...

A global leader in simulation programming for complex power electronics systems is donating software to Alfred University, which engineering students will use to model electrical circuits, power ...

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Alfred University! Registration is open for Summer at Alfred 2026 which offers an array of exciting activities, including arts-focused workshops and ...

Lam Tran, a senior glass science engineering major at Alfred University, was recently awarded third place in the 2025 Oldfield Award competition. Sponsored by the Society of Glass Technology (SGT), ...