This morning’s inclement weather has caused some to wonder about our approach when it comes to deciding whether to cancel classes, so some explanation seems in order. Generally, our crews are here by 5 a.m. to clear parking lots, walkways, roads and the like. Between 5:30 and 6, they notify Jim Muladore, who notifies me, as to whether we can sufficiently remove snow and ice to render our campus accessible and safe by the time students, faculty and staff would arrive. If not, we decide to close; that’s what happened this morning. There was heavy snow over a layer of ice that required time to remove. In the end, it comes down to a judgment call, and we do the best we can for all parties concerned. Read the policy in the Operations Manual »
