Halloween fun at Alfred University

Children from the Montessori School in Alfred stop at Seidlin Hall on the Alfred University campus, where members of the Student Services Center-dressed for a Mario World theme-greeted them and handed out candy.

Several departments at Alfred University participated in the annual Halloween costume contest on Friday, Oct. 31.

Staff dressed up in themed costumes and also decorated their offices and work areas in a fun celebration of the spooky holiday. Participating offices included: the President's Office, Human Resources, Student Activities, University Advancement, Registrar, and Libraries.

Staff from the President's and Provost's offices dress in Dr. Seuss-themed outfits for Halloween

Several offices also participated in handing out candy to area youngsters, including students from the Montessori School in Alfred. And two corgi dogs (Wynnie and Lyra) owned by Susan Morehouse, professor of English, were seen strolling with their master around campus, dressed as bats.

Staff from Alfred University Libraries dressed as Uno playing cards. Staff from Alfred University Student Activities dressed as Harry Potter characters Staff from Human Resources dressed as Pink Ladies from the movie Grease. Staff from University Advancement dressed in costumes to match their theme: House of PUNdraising.

Corgis Wynnie and Lyra, belonging to English Professor Susan Morehouse, walk through campus sporting Halloween bat wings.