Theres snow at my house. Are classes canceled and offices closed today?
The University president makes the decision on whether the University remains open during adverse weather conditions. This decision is based on updates provided by members of the campus emergency team, who monitor campus and regional conditions through the Department of Public Safety and the Physical Plant. During an alert, the Physical Plant staff monitors conditions on campus, including roads, sidewalks and parking lots. Public Safety monitors county and state roads with the help of other police agencies and through the computerized Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN). Other factors are also considered. When the University closes, the news will be carried on the EMU Newsline (734.487.2460), the University Switchboard (734.487.1849), WEMU (89.1 FM), WAAM (1600 AM) and WJR (760 AM), as well as other radio and television stations. It will also be published on this web site. Public Safety officers can be reached at 734.487.1222. Students and staff are urged to exercise good judgme
