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Campus Emergency Procedues

When an emergency threatens your safety and disrupts our operations, we want you to keep you safe and informed how we prepare and how resume normal campus operations with as little disruption as possible

Emergency Alerts and Updates

At this time, all classes, functions and university operations are proceeding normally.

In the event of an active threat, information will be posted here regarding closures, weather alerts, evacuation guidance and return-to-campus instructions.

 

Inclement Weather Information and Updates

When campus is affected by severe weather, such as a hurricane or tropical storm, the university adopts a phased approach to storm preparations and operations.

  • On Alert: Monitoring weather; no action needed yet.
  • Preparation: Secure campus, back up data, prepare for remote work.
  • Phase One: Partial closure; some operations may continue remotely.
  • Phase Two: Full closure; only essential personnel remain on campus.
  • Recovery: Post-storm assessment and phased reopening.

Evacuation Guidance for Housing Residents

Instructions for evacuations will be communicated directly by University Housing staff. Shelter locations and assistance plans will be included.

Campus Closure Procedures

Helpful Resources

  • Emergency Notification System Sign-Up
  • Academic Continuity Policy