The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the region and Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has issued a state of emergency. With the likelihood of accumulating snowfall and mixed precipitation to continue throughout the weekend, the University of Delaware has made the following alterations to its operations and academic instruction for Monday, Jan. 26 at its Newark campus:

The University has suspended operations for its Newark campus. Only essential personnel should report to work Monday, as scheduled. Non-essential employees are released from their work responsibilities Monday and should not report to campus. Essential personnel who are reporting to work Monday are encouraged to park their personal vehicles in University garages to make snow removal from streets easier for Facilities staff. Parking enforcement during this time will be suspended.

No in-person instruction will be held Monday. Instructors of Winter Session classes are asked to communicate with their students, as these sessions may convene virtually (either through synchronous or asynchronous formats), or be canceled or rescheduled at an instructor’s discretion. Flexibility is appreciated, as these measures prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and faculty while ensuring academic continuity.

The University will continue monitoring the winter storm and provide additional information and guidance, as necessary. Updates regarding Tuesday operations will be shared as conditions evolve and posted on UDaily.

Transportation services remain suspended until further notice, depending on road conditions. Monitor the Transportation website or Shuttle app for updates. 

Residence and dining halls will remain open to students. The University asks all on-campus resident students to close and lock all windows, as even a slightly open window can lead to frozen and broken pipes. The Caesar Rodney Dining Hall will remain open on Monday for its regular hours of operation. For additional information, including hours of operation at retail locations, visit the Dining Services website or the Instagram account for UD Dining Services.

Members of the University community are reminded to use caution while driving on or navigating campus.

Other campuses and areas

All Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) courses are canceled for Monday. Read more about OLLI’s operations and course instruction. 

No in-person Associate in Arts Programs (AAP) classes are scheduled for Monday. AAP staff do not need to report.

Administrative staff at the University’s Georgetown and Lewes campuses will continue monitoring real-time weather conditions and provide updates to their respective populations, as appropriate.

The Paradee Center in Dover will suspend operations, effective Sunday at 12:01 a.m. Details regading Monday operations will be announced at a later time. Please check back to UDaily for additional updates, as appropriate.

Schedule updates

Regarding Student Wellbeing, patients with appointments at Student Health Services, Sports Medicine and the Center for Counseling and Student Development will be contacted to reschedule. Read more information on how to access after-hours and 24/7 medical- and crisis-care support.

The Carpenter Sports Building (Little Bob); UD’s Rust and Gold ice arenas; Morris Library; the Student Centers; the Wellbeing Center at Warner Hall; Clayton Hall; and the UD Barnes & Noble Bookstore will be closed Monday.

The Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Conference has been canceled for Monday, Jan. 26, and will be rescheduled.

Information about any additional closings or schedule changes will be posted on UDaily.

Personal safety

Safety is UD’s highest priority. Faculty, staff and students should not put themselves at risk, and employees who expect difficulty traveling should contact their supervisors.

• Stay up to date on the University’s winter weather procedures.

• Review the University’s extreme weather and emergency conditions policy.