It’s time again to think about potential disruptions from icy or snowy weather. The University of Oregon will rarely close entirely, but severe weather can cause cancellation or delay of classes and other activities. Here are reminders for employees:
Closure, delay and cancellation announcements
If senior leadership decides to close, delay or cancel campus operations, you will find out in the following ways, usually each morning when a severe weather event is in the forecast:
- Email to your uoregon.edu address. Everyone will receive an email. You don’t need to opt in.
- UO Alerts text message. Sign up for UO Alerts texts.
- UO Alerts webpage.
- A notification banner on the UO homepage.
If you don’t receive official notification from the university, you should assume normal operations.
Absences and remote work
During extreme weather, use your best judgement to decide whether it’s safe to travel to campus. Work with your supervisor on any schedule or location changes. If you normally work remotely, you should work as usual at your remote location even if the university is closed. Employees who perform essential services, which may include inclement weather response, are required to come to work even during a closure.
Instructors
If you’re unable to come to campus to teach, inform your department head and use Canvas to notify students of your plans for any missed sessions. Be flexible with students who can’t come to class or submit assignments due to the severe weather. The Office of the Provost will provide additional guidance related to specific weather events, as needed.
More information
The HR website has detailed information on time and attendance, compensation, and supervisor responsibilities. If you have questions, talk with your supervisor or email hrinfo@uoregon.edu.