Monthly Archives: January 2016

Magic Lantern Slides

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Laurie McFadden

“The delights of travel without its discomforts” — On a cold night in March, 1885 the students of Alfred University and the local community residents gathered in the auditorium in Alumni Hall (then called Chapel Hall) and were treated to … Continue reading →

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Arthur H. Crapsey

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Laurie McFadden

Arthur H. Crapsey, II was a ceramic design major at Alfred University, graduating in 1942. The University Archives recently received a framed charcoal drawing he completed in 1940. Arthur enjoyed creating original stage settings for the university’s performing arts theater … Continue reading →

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