Friday, January 23, 2026

2:55 p.m.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency today due to the impending snowstorm. The National Weather Service is forecasting extremely cold temperatures and significant snowfall for the metropolitan area this weekend.

Temperatures are expected to drop into the teens, with wind chills making it feel like single digits. Additionally, significant snowfall is expected to begin early Sunday morning and continue through Monday, with accumulations potentially reaching 12 inches or more.

The University is closely monitoring the weather and will make a decision regarding the status of on-campus work, classes, and services sometime on Sunday. Depending on the severity of the storm, the University may transition to remote operations including classes.

The community will be notified via the E2Campus Emergency Alert System, University email,  the University website and social media platforms.

• Students are advised to stay indoors during the brunt of the storm.
• Vehicles should be moved from any outdoor lots into the garage to allow plows to clear the lots. 
• If you must go outside, dress in layers, keep exposed skin covered, and wear a hat and gloves. Wind chills can cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
• Weather conditions may cause power outages. Please keep cell phones and electronic devices charged, and avoid downed power lines and fallen tree limbs.
• In the event of a power outage, the following buildings will be supported by generator power: Higgins/Leo, Lee Hall, Horan Hall, and Kelly Commons.
• Facilities will be present before, during and after the storm clearing sidewalks and roadways. 

12:11 p.m.

We are closely monitoring the weather forecast for the upcoming days. As you are probably aware, we might see quite a bit of snow on Sunday and Monday.

As soon as feasible, we will share relevant updates and information with you regarding classes, campus activities, and facilities so you can plan accordingly.