A perfect fall weekend was the backdrop to a successful Homecoming/Family Weekend at Alfred State College (ASC). Sunshine, the picturesque valley, and tons of activities highlighted the weekend.
Festivities started Thursday evening immediately following the inauguration of ASC’s thirteenth president Dr. Steven Mauro. Students worked up an appetite for the Blue & Gold Dinner at the Terrace with roller skating. At the Blue & Gold Dinner, students enjoyed a special buffet, participated in trivia for prizes, and were entered into a raffle sponsored by ACES featuring a grand prize of a new bicycle.
Friday featured food trucks, a bonfire, and bubble soccer before the popular Alfred’s Got Talent show in the Cappadonia Auditorium. Ten acts, featuring singers, bands, and dancers, took the stage to the delight of the audience.
With the valley in full fall colors, Saturday started with the annual open wrestling practice and the Gary Moore Alumni 5k. The Alfred State Rock Band entertained in the tailgate tent, a car show was held, and the annual Greek Chili Cook-off took place. Dr. Mauro and his family were introduced to the crowd and participated in the coin toss before Alfred Voices sang the national anthem. Following a close back-and-forth football game, a post-game barbecue was held.
Hypnotist Robert Channing performed, the volleyball swept a pair of matches to run their winning streak to twelve matches, and the Fierce Flag Football event was a success.
Sunday featured a family brunch in the Central Dining Hall.
Homecoming co-chair Brooke Scianna was pleased with the weekend. “We had a great weekend with unreal weather. The weekend was full of events that brought smiles to the faces of all that joined us. It was a picture-perfect event, and I am already excited for what next year will bring.”
