Due to the expected winter storm, the University will close campus beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. The campus will remain closed through Monday, and we expect to resume normal operations on Tuesday morning. If conditions change, we will share updates promptly.
Campus Services During the Closure
While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available. Public Safety and Facilities will be on campus throughout the storm, and the following services are expected to remain open or staffed:
Students living on campus should expect regular support from Residence Life and Public Safety.
Classes and Work During the Closure
Students
Scheduled face-to-face classes will not take place on campus. At the discretion of faculty, some in-person classes may be held remotely. Faculty will communicate directly, so please check your email and course site for updates.
Classes that are already scheduled to be fully remote will continue as usual unless otherwise communicated by your instructor.
Staff
Staff who are able to work remotely should coordinate with their supervisors as appropriate.
Staying Informed
The University’s Inclement Weather Policy is available on the WNE website via the homepage banner. We will communicate any changes or reopening details through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.
With a belief that learning thrives best in an atmosphere of security and trust, Western New England is committed to safeguarding the well-being of students, faculty, and staff. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure is designed to prevent and respond to emergencies, and we offer comprehensive safety training programs that empower individuals to take informed actions.
The Department of Public Safety provides a full range of safety and crime prevention services, including:
The Department also facilitates educational programs on a number of topics, including alcohol and drug use, personal safety, and fire safety.
Student Patrollers work in conjunction with uniformed Campus Police staff to provide a more secure campus by acting as "eyes and ears." Patrollers conduct foot and bicycle patrols in teams of two, at night, in all types of weather conditions.
Western New England University is committed to providing an environment that is free from harassment, discrimination, and violence. To that end, the University works to ensure compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in federally-funded education programs and activities.>
Western New England University encourages the timely reporting of crimes to University Police for investigation. Data on criminal offenses occurring on campus and surrounding public property is reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation utilizing the Uniform Crime Reporting System.
