Current Campus Disruptions

Latest Updates

• Jan. 24
  • 5 p.m.: When Niner Transit concludes service for the evening at 7:10 p.m., Craver Rd. will be closed in both directions in anticipation of freezing precipitation. It will be reopened as weather conditions allow. Remember Niner Transit will also run as weather conditions allow. Make sure to download Passio Go! for all the latest Niner Transit updates.

Latest NinerAlert

NinerAlert: University moving to C2 starting at noon, Saturday, Jan. 24

As a result of upcoming adverse winter weather and its effects, the University will move to Condition 2 (suspended operations) effective noon, Saturday, Jan. 24, until 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26. 

All classes and campus activities are canceled. 

Students and non-mandatory employees should not report to campus. Only mandatory services are open.

Information about operating conditions beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 27, will be shared no later than noon on Monday, Jan. 26. 

While precipitation from the storm is not expected to start until mid-day Saturday, the Charlotte region is now under an Ice Storm Warning from the National Weather Service (NWS). As the storm moves closer, the NWS may issue additional warnings, which may trigger automatic NinerAlerts. 

What does this mean for you?

All Students

• Classes and activities: All classes and campus activities are canceled from noon, Saturday, Jan. 24, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26. There will be no remote instruction during this time. 

Residential Students

• Residence halls and dining: Residence halls will remain open. Consolidated dining options will also be available based upon staffing and available supplies, including to-go options to be taken back to residence halls. Please monitor the dining services webpage for the most updated information on available food options. Safety tip: When walking to the dining halls or other areas of campus during the storm, make sure to wear warm clothes and appropriate footwear for the conditions (i.e. flat shoes with good grip). 
• Travel home: It is possible the University will experience power outages as a result of the storm. Residence halls ONLY have emergency lighting to illuminate pathways to exits. If you are able and it is safe to do so, you are encouraged to return home for the weekend. Please note: The University is prepared to house and feed residential students even in the event of a power outage; however, you will likely be more comfortable if you are able to return home. 
• Parking information: If you plan to remain on campus, please review the parking information below — you may need to move your vehicle.

Faculty

• Classes: All classes are canceled from noon, Saturday, Jan. 24, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26. There will be no remote instruction during this time. 
• Additional guidance: Consult the Academic Procedure: Schedule Interruption Guidelines for additional information.

Staff

• Non-mandatory employees: Do not come to campus. Missed time must be accounted for.
  • Teleworking: If you are capable of teleworking (e.g., you have access to University-approved or authorized computing equipment and necessary utilities, such as power and Internet access) and have work you can complete remotely, you are allowed to do so. If you are unable to work due to loss of utilities, you should notify your supervisor and account for your time missed.
  • Meetings: Meeting organizers should exercise good judgment about moving any scheduled meetings online, recognizing the impact power outages may have on individuals’ abilities to participate. 
• Mandatory employees: Remain at work or report as directed by your supervisors.

Additional Information about Services

• Atkins Library: The library will be closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Monitor the website for more information. 
• UREC, Student Union and Student Health: Monitor the UREC, Popp Martin Student Union and Student Health webpages for the latest information on changes in hours. 
• Parking: Beginning at 10 p.m. Friday evening, permit restrictions will be lifted and gates will be up to allow all cars parked in lots to be moved to covered areas of decks to assist with parking lot snow and ice removal. If you are remaining on campus, your car should be relocated to a deck by noon on Saturday. Note that roof levels of parking decks will be closed for safety due to ice. Monitor the latest parking conditions on the PaTS website.
• Niner Transit: Niner Transit will run as weather conditions allow. Make sure to download Passio Go! for all the latest Niner Transit updates.
• Light rail: The CATS LYNX Blue Line will run as weather conditions allow. Make sure you download the CATS Pass App for all the latest CATS updates. 
• Athletics: There are no athletic events scheduled for this time. Sunday’s men’s basketball game against Tulane will now be played on Friday, Jan. 23, at 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s tickets will be honored at Friday’s game.
• CRES and Dubois Center: All activities scheduled through Conferences, Reservations and Events Services (CRES) and the Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City are canceled during the condition change. Staff will reach out to event organizers with more information. 

Important Safety and Preparedness Reminders

• Review these winter safety tips and remember to:
  • Prepare for power outages by having non-perishable food, blankets, coolers, flashlights, batteries and plenty of water on hand.
  • Charge any portable power banks, and charge your devices prior to the adverse weather. 
  • Consider doing laundry before the storm so you have clean clothes, towels and blankets.
  • Dress appropriately by wearing layers and shoes with good grip.
  • Park your vehicle in a covered area, such as a lower level in a parking garage.

Resources

• Learn more about campus operating conditions and review these FAQs.
• University Policy 701, Emergency Management, has more information on Condition 2 operations.

Next Update

The next update will be sent by noon on Monday, Jan. 26, unless there is an unexpected change.

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