/ en /news/articles/2025-11-25/returning-home-help-amplify-affordability-all <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Paul Welker 6097 at /news/articles/2025-10-22/students-present-drinking-water-treatment-plans-allegany-county-department <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:26:43 +0000 Paul Welker 6072 at /news/articles/2025-07/pioneer-profiles-cameron-hernandez <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 14:08:13 +0000 Paul Welker 5886 at /news/articles/2025-04/students-attend-general-contractors-american-convention <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:28:14 +0000 Paul Welker 5821 at /news/articles/2025-01/alfred-state-design-build-team-captures-title-third-straight-year <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:24:13 +0000 Paul Welker 5762 at /news/articles/2025-01/pioneer-profiles-kelsey-kellam <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:07:15 +0000 Paul Welker 5759 at /news/articles/2024-11/students-present-septic-tank-models-allegany-county-department-health <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:49:38 +0000 Paul Welker 5704 at /news/articles/2024-08/pioneer-profiles-tara-smith <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Thu, 08 Aug 2024 13:11:01 +0000 Paul Welker 5663 at /news/articles/2024-08-05/alfred-state-celebrates-opening-walter-sass-surveying-lab <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:12:41 +0000 Paul Welker 5661 at /news/articles/2024-05/lynda-merring-george-merry-julie-rose-erin-vitale-honored-chancellors-award <span>Pioneer PROfiles - Tyson Comfort</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-06-09T11:02:05-04:00" title="Monday, 9 June 2025 - 11:02">Mon, 9 Jun 2025 - 11:02</time> </span> <div> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/press-release/Comfort%2520Web_0.jpg.webp?itok=dcf491dy" width="480" height="377" alt="student looking at a book int he library"> </div> ��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him. <p>Tyson Comfort (Avoca, NY) was not positive about what he wanted to study when he graduated high school. The flexibility of starting as an undeclared major at ��Ӱֱ�� State has him headed in the right direction.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ran2QHOBgEM" target="_blank">Tyson's Pioneer PROfile video</a></p><p>“As an undeclared student you have four semesters to declare a major. You have plenty of time to dapple into different classes. I came here and got my general education classes out of the way.”</p><p>Through his early classes, Tyson has found clearer paths to follow. “I took my required classes and some electives to help me narrow down my major choice. Right now, I am thinking about going into IT or business.”</p><p>Tyson appreciates how many majors ��Ӱֱ�� State offers and the assistance is available to students. “If you cannot decide or if you are struggling in classes, they have people to help. There are advisors, success coaches, tutors, and resident assistants. They have gotten me through a lot and eased the stress and the transition into college.”</p><p>Outside the classroom, Tyson has gotten involved in the fencing club and has become a member of Intervarsity. “I was worried about making friends and fitting in. I have been able to find groups, and they are my beloved friends.”</p><p>��Ӱֱ�� State has opened doors, and Tyson is excited to see where they lead him.</p> <div class="news-article__categories"> <h4>Category</h4> <a href="/news/academics" hreflang="en">Academics</a> <a href="/news/individual-studies" hreflang="en">Individual Studies</a> <a href="/news/pioneer-profiles" hreflang="en">Pioneer PROfiles</a> <a href="/news/school-arts-and-sciences" hreflang="en">School of Arts and Sciences</a> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> </div> Tue, 28 May 2024 17:30:07 +0000 Paul Welker 5637 at