EMU to close for morning classes today, Wednesday, Feb. 6 - afternoon classes and offices to open at 12:30 p.m.

YPSILANTI --  Eastern Michigan University will close for morning classes only today, Wednesday, February 6, due to the icy weather conditions. Afternoon classes and offices will open at 12:30 p.m. Campus closure guidelines can be found on the University closure website. 

Residence halls and apartments will remain open. Campus dining/food service will be available during the morning at The Commons, Eastern Eateries and CrossRoads MarketPlace. All other campus dining locations will open at 12:30.

Due to the 24/7 nature of some campus operations, certain designated personnel such as heating plant, physical plant, food service, public safety, WEMU and other employees within specific areas of the University may be required to work during the morning hours. All other employees should remain at home in accordance with the Eastern Michigan University Weather Policy and applicable collective bargaining agreements. During the period of closure, all employees are expected to check the University closure website and other media sources to receive updates regarding the closure and reopening of campus. 

University leaders are closely monitoring the situation and will communicate additional information as warranted. Students, faculty and staff should monitor their emich.edu email and the main University website for further updates. If you have not signed up for the RAVE emergency text alert system, please do so at www.emich.edu/alerts/.

 

February 06, 2019

Written by:
Walter Kraft

Media Contact:
Geoff Larcom
glarcom@emich.edu
734-487-4400