Policy on Closure of the College

The following is an excerpt from the “Policy on Closure of the College Due to Extenuating Circumstances”:

General Policy

When inclement weather prevails (ice, snow, or natural disaster) or other hazardous conditions exist, the President or his designee will determine whether the college will be closed and/or what activities of the college will be canceled or postponed. Announcements about the closing and reopening of the College, cancellations or postponements of classes and other activities, and whether college personnel and students should report to work or class will be made by utilizing the following outlets:

1. Local television stations
2. Social media platforms
3. College website
4. Spartan Alert System (SAS)

The Director of Marketing and Recruitment (Public Information Officer) will contact television stations and update the College website. The Director of Public Safety and Security will maintain the SAS. Activities of the College will proceed as scheduled unless specifically announced otherwise. The college will reschedule classes canceled because of inclement weather as necessary.