Snow Policy 2000-2001
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Snow
Policy 2000-2001
The
Farmer’s Almanac predicts that this winter will be a snowy one!
Take a look at UMass Boston’s Snow Policy to prepare yourself.
The decision to close campus depends on the timing and expected length
and severity of the snowstorm or severe weather. The safety of the University
community and its visitors is an essential factor in the decision. However,
severe weather affecting only a limited number of commuters generally
will not result in a campus closing.
Campus Closings
Closings announced prior to the work day - The closing announcement
will be available on the main switchboard, the UMB website, and local
television and radio stations. The closing may be for the entire day
or only for morning classes.
Closings announced during the work day - Faculty and staff will be notified via a telephone tree by the offices of Human Resources. Information also will be available at the main switchboard and UMB web site, as well as on television and radio stations whenever possible. Staff on the second shift should not report to work unless they are snow day personnel.
Announcements
UMB Main Switchboard number 287-5000 will carry a voice mail announcement
which notifies callers if the campus will be open for operations. Please
do not call public safety offices. The phone lines must remain open
in case of emergency.
The University website - The bulletin board at the UMB website will
contain weather announcements. Go to: www.umb.edu.
Radio and television broadcasts - Tune in to WBZ TV (Channel 4), WCVB TV (Channel 5), and WHDH TV (Channel 7) or listen to WUMB (91.9 FM), WBUR (90.9 FM), WRKO (680 AM), and WBZ (1030 AM) after 5:30 a.m.
Types of Announcements
University closed/classes cancelled
All classes are canceled, all offices and the library are closed, and
only designated and assigned snow day personnel will report at the regular
time.
Delayed opening/late opening/no morning classes - All morning classes
are canceled. Regularly scheduled classes from 11:30 a.m will resume
normally. Snow day personnel will report at regular time. All other
staff will report at 10:00 a.m.
No evening classes
All classes beginning from 4:00 p.m. and on will be canceled. Snow
day personnel will work their regular hours and all others will be allowed
to leave by 4:00 p.m.
Other Snow-Related Issues
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Off-campus classes: Decisions about cancellations off-campus sites are made by the local facility, not by the University. Students taking classes at off-campus sties should listen for radio announcements concerning the closing of those locations.
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Transportation: The UMB shuttle from the campus to JFK station will continue even thought classes may be cancelled. In the event of an early closing or late opening, the shuttle will continue to operate for several hours after the closing or the opening. Weather conditions may cause delays.
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Food Services: Every effort will be made to have some level of services available in the Quinn Building when the campus is open for operations. Menu may be limited.
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Athletic Events: If the University closes early and there are athletic events scheduled, the Athletic Department will consult with Public Safety and determine if the event will continue as scheduled. If canceled, the Athletic Department will have a recording on the main University phone line: 617-287-5000.
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Day Care Center: If the University is closed, the Day Care Center will be closed during the same time. If there is an early dismissal, the Day Care Center will arrange with the parents for appropriate pickup time.
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Special Events and All Other Activities on campus: If you need to inquire about the operation of Continuing Education, the library or a special event scheduled to occur on campus during the weekend, you should call the main campus number 617-287-5000 for specific information regarding the activity.