During inclement weather events – including extreme cold, wind chill, ice and snow
– Edinboro safety personnel continuously monitor local conditions, National Weather
Service precipitation and temperature forecasts, and local and regional weather advisories.
If it snows
PennWest Edinboro will remain open, classes will be held and services will be provided
during periods of severe winter weather.
Only on those rare occasions when it is impossible to reasonably accommodate students
and others because of weather-related conditions on campus will consideration be given
to adjusting class schedules and/or employee work shifts or authorizing a part-day
or full-day closing.
If schedules are changed
Announcements will be made ONLY if the University's regular operation is disrupted.
Announcements will NOT be made saying the University is open.
Changes before 8 a.m.
The Facilities Department begins work as early as 2 a.m. during major snow events.
At approximately 5 a.m., campus walkways, roadways and parking lots are assessed to
determine whether delays or cancellations are needed
The University aims to announce changes in schedule affecting daytime classes and
work shifts by 6 a.m.
Changes during the day
Changes in schedule affecting the University's classes and work shifts during the
regular day will be announced as soon as conditions warrant.
Changes in evening classes/work shifts
The University will announce changes in schedule affecting evening classes and work
shifts by 3 p.m. or earlier if conditions warrant.
If classes are delayed
If a decision is made to delay classes, the class schedule will begin at:
10 a.m. for classes that meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9:30 a.m. for classes that meet on Tuesday and Thursday
Please avoid driving on campus during periods of closure and delay to facilitate clearing
of roadways and parking lots.
With individuals coming to campus from all directions, subject to a wide range of
weather and road conditions, faculty and supervisors are expected to make reasonable
allowances for students and employees who are delayed due to adverse weather conditions.
How to stay informed
All changes to the University's operating schedule will be broadcast via the EU Shield
emergency notification system, recorded on the University telephone hotline (814-732-BORO)
and posted on the University’s home page (www.edinboro.edu). Notifications will also
be sent to local media.
You can register to receive text alerts through the EU Shield notification system
by visiting my.Edinboro.edu.
Delays/cancellations/Closures
There are numerous actions the University may take in response to inclement weather
events. Please be advised of the following distinctions:
Classes delayed
Faculty and Students: University teaching faculty and students should not report to
classes scheduled before the specified time. Online classes that do not require faculty
or students to be present on campus will be held as normal.
Student Employees: Student employees, including graduate assistants, should contact
their supervisor regarding the need to report to work.
Other Employees: All other employees shall report to work according to their regular
schedules or as indicated by their supervisors.
Please Note: When classes are delayed (or all operations are delayed), follow the
regular class schedule after the delay has ended. Classes that occurred during the
delay period will not be made up. For classes that extend through multiple periods
(e.g. class runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.), faculty and students should report for the
remaining segment of the class period.
Classes canceled
Faculty and Students: University teaching faculty and students should not report to
class. Online classes that do not require faculty or students to be present on campus
will be held as normal.
Student Employees: Student employees, including graduate assistants, should contact
their supervisor regarding the need to report to work.
Other Employees: All other employees shall report to work according to their regular
schedules or as indicated by their supervisors.
University operations delayed
Only individuals identified as 'Essential Personnel' should report to campus according
to their regular schedules or as indicated otherwise by their supervisors. Other staff
may be directed to report to campus to address matters of safety, maintenance or other
issues as determined necessary by management.
University operations canceled
Only individuals identified as 'Essential Personnel' should continue at their work
site through the end of the regular workday (unless directed otherwise by their supervisors).
Other staff may be directed to remain at the work site to address matters of safety,
maintenance or other issues as determined necessary by management.
