Family Weekend

8:00 am - 6:00 pm – EnChroma Glasses Giveaway – Visit Herrick and Scholes Libraries during open hours for the opportunity to try on EnChroma glasses and enter the giveaway. Hours are: 

• Herrick: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Scholes: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Alfred Box of Books: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

8:30 am - 4:30 pm – University Administrative Offices Open – Families and alumni are welcome to stop by for information. (If you wish to meet with someone, please call ahead to check availability and make an appointment.)

9:00 am - 5:00 pm – AU Bookstore – Stop in to see what wonderful AU items you can find. There’s always something on sale! Location: 2nd floor, Powell Campus Center

Visit Our Galleries

10:00 am - 5:00 pm - Alfred Ceramic Art Museum – The Museum houses nearly 8,000 ceramic objects ranging from small pottery shards recovered from ancient civilizations to modern and contemporary ceramic art. The primary mission of the Alfred Ceramic Art Museum is to collect, preserve, conserve, research, interpret and exhibit ceramic art for aesthetic and educational purposes. Location: 2 Pine Street, Alfred, NY 14802 on the corner of Main and Pine Streets. On View: Constructing Radiance: Sculpture by Li Hongwei

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - The Fosdick-Nelson Gallery – The gallery, housed in the School of Art & Design, is a vibrant learning center for the visual arts. Rotating exhibitions highlight established and emerging artists working in New York, the US, and abroad. Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Landfall Press: Five Decades of Printmaking

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Robert C. Turner Gallery – The Turner Gallery is a professional gallery space run and organized by students and features student exhibitions. Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Mainspace: Allyson Bruno // Catwalk: Jonah Tripeny-Bush

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Cohen Gallery – The Cohen Gallery is an educational art center, an ever-evolving creative hub and gathering space for students, faculty, and the community. The gallery presents artwork by School of Art and Design faculty, staff, visiting artists, alumni and facilitates community-based projects. Students assist in all aspects of gallery management including curation, exhibition design and gallery sales. Location: 55 N. Main Street. On View: Beyond the Surface: recent work by Jeanne F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood.

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm – Family Weekend Information and Sign-In – Please stop by to sign in, pick up a printed weekend schedule, Alfred University Family Association swag, and other information. Location: 2nd floor, Powell Campus Center

4:00 pm – Women’s Tennis vs St. John Fisher – Cheer on your AU Women’s Tennis Team as they take on St. John Fisher. Location: AU Tennis Courts

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm – Village Tour – The tour begins at the King Alfred Statue in the Campus Quad Area. Join Justin Grigg, Alfred University’s Assistant Dean for Graduate & Continuing Studies, for a 90-minute walking tour of the Village of Alfred. In addition to his day job at AU, Justin, having resided in Alfred for almost 20 years, has held the position of Village Mayor and is a trained Landscape Architect. Learn all about the local history and knowledge of our “Magic Valley.” Location: King Alfred Statue in the Campus Quad

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm – Food Truck Dinner – Purchase dinner from our Alfred University AVI Food Truck. Location: The Village Bandstand on the corner of Main Street and Saxon Drive.

5:00 pm - Tie Dye – Join the Student Activities Board and tie dye either a tote bag or a shirt. Location: The Village Bandstand on the corner of Main Street and Saxon Drive

Closed due to weather – Observatory Open House – If the sky is clear, this is your opportunity to view the autumn sky through the sophisticated instruments of the Stull Observatory, considered “one of the finest teaching observatories in the United States.” Please visit the Stull Observatory website for more information: Location: 3 Greek Row #1, Pine Hill Drive

9:00 am - 11:00 am – Family Weekend Information and Sign In – Please stop by to sign in, pick up a printed weekend schedule, Alfred University Family Association swag, and other information. Location: 2nd floor, Powell Campus Center

9:00 am - 5:00 pm – AU Bookstore – Stop in to see what wonderful AU items you can find. There’s always something on sale! Location: 2nd floor, Powell Campus Center

10:00 am - 11:00 am – Alfred University Family Association Reception – Come meet other AUFA members, grab some coffee and a light breakfast, and hear from Alfred University Dean of Student Experience Thomas Orrange. This is also your chance to get your FREE AUFA swag! Location: Fasano House, corner of West Pine and N. Main Street. Registration required

10 am - 2 pm - Alfred University’s Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center at the Maris Cuneo Equine Park- Visit the Equestrian Center to learn more about this unique part of Alfred University!  The spacious facility located on 400 acres is within a five-minute drive of campus and is a must-see. Guided tours will be available. Location: 5174 Lake Road, Alfred Station, NY 14803

Visit our Galleries:

10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Alfred Ceramic Art Museum - The Museum houses nearly 8,000 ceramic objects ranging from small pottery shards recovered from ancient civilizations to modern and contemporary ceramic art. The primary mission of the Alfred Ceramic Art Museum is to collect, preserve, conserve, research, interpret and exhibit ceramic art for aesthetic and educational purposes. Location: 2 Pine Street, Alfred, NY 14802 on the northeast corner of Main and Pine Streets. On View: Constructing Radiance: Sculpture by Li Hongwei

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - The Fosdick-Nelson Gallery - Housed in the School of Art & Design, the Fosdick-Nelson Gallery is a vibrant learning center for the visual arts. Rotating exhibitions highlight established and emerging artists working in New York, the US, and abroad. Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Landfall Press: Five Decades of Printmaking

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Robert C. Turner Gallery - The Turner Gallery is a professional gallery space run and organized by students and features student exhibitions. Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Mainspace: Allyson Bruno // Catwalk: Jonah Tripeny-Bush

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Cohen Gallery – The Cohen Gallery is an educational at center, an ever-evolving creative hub and gathering space for students, faculty, and the community. The gallery presents artwork by School of Art and Design faculty, staff, visiting artists, alumni and facilitates community-based projects. Students assist in all aspects of gallery management including curation, exhibition design and gallery sales. Location: 55 N Main Street. On View: Beyond the Surface: recent work by Jeanne F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm – Family Photo Opportunity – Bring your family — given or chosen — to have a photo taken by our photographers. Fun props available! Location: Fiat Lux Sign (Rain Location: Powell Campus Center, 2nd floor)

11:00 pm - 1:00 pm – Alfred University’s Pregame Tailgate Party – Join Alfred University alumni, family, and friends for the 2024 Homecoming pre-game party. Enjoy a traditional tailgate picnic and get into the Saxon spirit just before the big game. This event is complimentary. Cash bar beverages are available. Game tickets are not included. Location: AU Tennis Courts. Pre-registration required for this event.

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm – EnChroma Glasses Giveaway – Visit Herrick and Scholes Libraries during open hours for the opportunity to try on EnChroma glasses and enter the giveaway. Hours are: 

• Herrick: 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Scholes: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Alfred Box of Books: Closed

1:00 pm - Alfred University Football vs Catholic University - Cheer on your Alfred Saxons as they take on Catholic University for Homecoming. Tickets available to purchase at the gate. Location: Yunevich Stadium, Clark Way

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm – Bubble Day with Student Activities Board! Join the Alfred Student Activities Board for Bubble Soccer on the Brick lawn, giant bubble-making on the second-floor patio of Powell Campus Center, and bubble tea (while supplies last).
Location: Various (see description above)

Evening Dining Options - Eat with your student (using Saxon Swipes or Dining Dollars) at one of our AU dining options (Ade Hall and Powell Café) or visit the downtown area for a pay-as-you-go option. Location: 3^rd floor, Powell Campus Center or Main Street, Alfred, NY 14802

7:00 pm – Women’s Soccer vs Houghton University – Cheer on your AU Women’s Soccer Team as they take on Houghton University. Location: Yunevich Stadium, Clark Way

7:00 pm – Name That Tune – Come test your musical knowledge with a highly entertaining game of name that tune. Location: Knight Club, Powell Campus Center

Dining Options – Family members can enjoy a free brunch at Ade Dining Hall between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-2 p.m. (no need to use a swipe). Location: Ade Dining Hall

11:00 am–3:00 pm - Alfred Farmers Market – Don’t forget to stop by and pick up some of the area’s freshest local produce. Location: Village Bandstand

Visit Our Galleries:

10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Alfred Ceramic Art Museum - The Museum houses nearly 8,000 ceramic objects ranging from small pottery shards recovered from ancient civilizations to modern and contemporary ceramic art. The primary mission of the Alfred Ceramic Art Museum is to collect, preserve, conserve, research, interpret and exhibit ceramic art for aesthetic and educational purposes. Location: 2 Pine Street, Alfred, NY 14802 – on the northeast corner of Main and Pine Streets. On View: Constructing Radiance: Sculpture by Li Hongwei

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - The Fosdick-Nelson Gallery – Housed in the School of Art & Design, the Fosdick-Nelson Gallery is a vibrant learning center for the visual arts. Rotating exhibitions highlight established and emerging artists working in New York, the US, and abroad. Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Landfall Press: Five Decades of Printmaking

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Robert C. Turner Gallery – The Turner Gallery is a professional gallery space run and organized by students and features student exhibitions.Location: Harder Hall - enter the lobby through the main entrance from Academic Alley. On View: Mainspace: Allyson Bruno // Catwalk: Jonah Tripeny-Bush

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Cohen Gallery – The Cohen Gallery is an educational at center, an ever-evolving creative hub and gathering space for students, faculty, and the community. The gallery presents artwork by School of Art and Design faculty, staff, visiting artists, alumni and facilitates community-based projects. Students assist in all aspects of gallery management including curation, exhibition design and gallery sales. Location: 55 N Main Street. On View: Beyond the Surface: recent work by Jeanne F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood.