Campus operations return to normal on Tuesday, Feb. 3

Monday, Feb. 2, 1 p.m. – Campus operations return to normal on Tuesday, Feb. 3

With improved weather and road conditions across the CSRA, all Augusta campuses will resume normal operations on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
 
Those at regional clinical campuses should follow the guidance provided by their deans. 
 
Thank you to the dedicated employees who ensured housing, transportation and dining services remained available for our students and to those who worked in clinics for providing health care services to your communities during the winter storm. Your commitment is truly appreciated.

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Sunday, Feb. 1, 2:30 p.m. – Augusta University to shift to remote activities Monday, Feb. 2

Forecasts for the CSRA show the potential for extremely cold temperatures and hazardous, icy road conditions following the 3 to 5 inches of snow that fell on Saturday. Protecting the safety of our AU community remains the university’s top priority.

Plan for Monday operations

Out of an abundance of caution, and due to the potential for extremely cold temperatures and black ice on roadways, all in‑person classes and all university offices will shift to remote instruction and operations on Monday, Feb. 2, and all in-person activities will be canceled.

Faculty should work with their department chairs and deans to ensure missed in-person instructional content is covered through remote learning and that course continuity is maintained.

Augusta University employees should work remotely. Essential personnel will be notified by their supervisor if they are required to report in person.

Individuals with prior travel authorization should coordinate with their supervisor regarding any adjustments to ensure safety.

Students and faculty with clinical responsibilities will receive additional information from their leadership. Those at regional clinical campuses should follow the guidance provided by their deans.

Residence halls will remain open for students who live on campus; students will receive additional details regarding transportation and dining from Housing and Residence Life. Atrium Dining will be open for brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday. Students who need resources for assistance during these extremely cold days can reach out directly to the Office of the Dean of Students.

Additionally, all student-support buildings on campus, including Greenblatt Library, Reese Library, the Campus Recreation Center and the Jaguar Student Activities Center, will be closed on Monday, Feb. 2.

Adjustments to shuttle operations will be updated on the PassioGo website and the app.

What can I do to stay safe?

• Take extreme caution when outside; dress in layers with full coverage. Temperatures will be extremely low for this area and staying inside is advised.
• Avoid travel on Monday if at all possible. If you must be on the road, use extreme caution.
• Learn how to protect yourself from common cold-weather risks, including power outages, home heating fires, working outside and traveling by car,  as well as how to identify and prevent cold-weather injuries. 

Stay connected

• Further updates will be made through Augusta University’s official platforms, including Augusta University’s homepage, Augusta University Jagwire Alerts page,  MyAugusta announcements and AU’s Instagram and Facebook pages.
• Ensure you are signed up for JagAlert, AU’s automated alert system, to receive important announcements across campus, as well as RAVE Guardian to connect with Augusta University’s Police Department for both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Download the MyAugusta app from your app store and log in with your Augusta University single sign-on credentials for push notifications sent to your device. 

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Saturday, Jan. 31, 4 p.m. – Limited campus operations continue for Sunday, Feb. 1

Forecasts for the CSRA indicate the potential for dangerously cold temperatures, up to 3 inches of snow and dangerous wind gusts through tomorrow. Protecting the safety of the Augusta University community remains the university’s top priority.

University leadership is continuing to assess conditions and will provide daily updates to students, faculty and staff regarding campus operations.

Due to the severity of the forecast, the Jaguar Student Activities Center, both the Reese and Greenblatt libraries, Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre and the Campus Recreation Center will be closed on Sunday, Feb. 1.

Atrium Dining will be open for brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Students who need resources for assistance during these extremely cold days can reach out directly to the Office of the Dean of Students.

Employees should prepare for the possibility of remote work Monday, if weather conditions require it, as communicated through official university channels. Please direct all questions to your supervisors.

Students and faculty with clinical responsibilities will receive additional information from their leadership. Those at regional clinical campuses should follow the guidance provided by their deans.

Any adjustments to Monday operations will be communicated on Sunday.

What to expect:

• Sunday: Extremely cold temperatures, dangerous wind chills, wind gusts and possibly up to 3 inches of snow this weekend. As temperatures drop, mixed precipitation may occur, making roads and sidewalks slippery.

What can I do to stay safe?

• Take extreme caution when outside; dress in layers with full coverage. Temperatures will be extremely low for this area and staying inside is advised.
• Avoid travel on Sunday if at all possible. If you must be on the road, use extreme caution.
• Learn how to protect yourself from common cold-weather risks, including power outages, home heating fires, working outside and traveling by car,  as well as how to identify and prevent cold-weather injuries. 

What can I do to stay connected?

• Stay connected with Augusta University’s official channels. Any changes to campus operations will be made through these platforms, including Augusta University’s homepage, Augusta University Alerts page,  MyAugusta announcements and AU’s Instagram and Facebook pages.
• Ensure you are signed up for JagAlert, AU’s automated alert system, to receive important announcements across campus, as well as RAVE Guardian to connect with Augusta University’s Police Department for both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Download the MyAugusta app from your app store and log in with your Augusta University single sign-on credentials for push notifications sent to your device. 
• Adjustments to shuttle operations will be updated on the PassioGo website and the app.

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Friday, Jan. 30, 4:15 p.m. – Limited campus operations for Saturday, Jan. 31

Forecasts for the CSRA indicate the potential for extremely cold temperatures, 2 to 5 inches of snow and dangerous wind gusts this weekend. Protecting the safety of the Augusta University community remains the university’s top priority.

University leadership is continuing to assess conditions and will provide daily updates to students, faculty and staff regarding campus operations.

Due to the severity of the forecast, Augusta University will be closing the Jaguar Student Activities Center, both the Reese and Greenblatt libraries and the Campus Recreation Center on Saturday, Jan. 31. Classes and student support services scheduled for Saturday will be shifted to online.

Atrium Dining will be open for brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday. Students who need resources for assistance during these extremely cold days are asked to reach out directly to the Office of the Dean of Students.

Employees should prepare for the possibility of remote work if weather conditions require it, as communicated through official university channels. Please direct all questions to your supervisors.

Students and faculty with clinical responsibilities will receive additional information from their leadership. Those at regional clinical campuses should follow the guidance provided by their deans.

Any adjustments to Sunday operations will be communicated on Saturday.

What to expect:

• Friday: Cooling temps, dipping below freezing at night.
• Saturday and Sunday: Extremely cold temperatures, dangerous wind chills, wind gusts and between 2 to 5 inches of snow this weekend. As temperatures drop, mixed precipitation may occur, making roads and sidewalks slippery.

What can I do to stay safe?

• Take extreme caution when outside; dress in layers with full coverage. Temperatures will be extremely low for this area and staying inside is advised.
• Avoid travel on Saturday and Sunday if at all possible. If you must be on the road, use extreme caution.
• Learn how to protect yourself from common cold-weather risks, including power outages, home heating fires, working outside and traveling by car,  as well as how to identify and prevent cold-weather injuries. 

What can I do to stay connected?

• Stay connected with Augusta University’s official channels. Any changes to campus operations will be made through these platforms, including Augusta University’s homepage, Augusta University Alerts page,  MyAugusta announcements and AU’s Instagram and Facebook pages.
• Ensure you are signed up for JagAlert, AU’s automated alert system, to receive important announcements across campus, as well as RAVE Guardian to connect with Augusta University’s Police Department for both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Download the MyAugusta app from your app store and log in with your Augusta University single sign-on credentials for push notifications sent to your device. 
• Adjustments to shuttle operations will be updated on the PassioGo website and the app.

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Friday, Jan. 30, 9:15 a.m. – Campus leadership is monitoring weekend weather

Forecasts for the CSRA indicate the potential for extremely cold temperatures and snow this weekend. Protecting the safety of the Augusta University community remains the university’s top priority.

University leadership is continuing to assess conditions and will provide daily updates to students, faculty and staff regarding campus operations. Those at regional clinical campuses should follow the guidance provided by their deans.

What to expect:

• Friday: Cooling temps, dipping below freezing at night.
• Saturday and Sunday: Extremely cold temperatures and a strong potential for snow, with winds increasing through the night. As temperatures drop, mixed precipitation may occur, making roads and sidewalks slippery.

AU operations:

• Students: Classes and operations as usual Saturday and Sunday. If you need resources to assist you during these extremely cold days, please reach out directly to the Office of the Dean of Students.
• Faculty and staff: Classes and operations as usual Saturday and Sunday. Prepare for the possibility of remote work if weather conditions require it, as communicated through official university channels. Please direct all questions to your supervisors.
• Wellstar MCG, MCG and DCG clinicians and specialists: Follow the guidance provided by your supervisors.

What can I do?

• Stay connected with Augusta University’s official channels. Any changes to campus operations will be made through these platforms, including Augusta University’s homepage, Augusta University Alerts page,  MyAugusta announcements and AU’s Instagram and Facebook pages.
• Ensure you are signed up for JagAlert, AU’s automated alert system, to receive important announcements across campus, as well as RAVE Guardian to connect with Augusta University’s Police Department for both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Download the MyAugusta app from your app store and log in with your Augusta University single sign-on credentials for push notifications sent to your device. 
• Adjustments to shuttle operations will be updated on the PassioGo website and the app.
• Learn how to protect yourself from common cold-weather risks, including power outages, home heating fires, working outside and traveling by car , as well as how to identify and prevent cold-weather injuries.