The State University of New York College at Oneonta is a public trust,
and is committed to fulfilling all its obligations faithfully. College
policy is that the campus will operate as scheduled: Classes will be
held, offices will be open, and services will be performed. It is
recognized, however, that under certain extreme weather conditions,
students and/or staff members cannot and should not attempt to come to
campus; this is a decision which must ultimately be made by each
individual, regardless of the reason.
Only under the most severe weather conditions, the President will make
the final decision to cancel classes or curtail services.
In the event that it is necessary to cancel classes, or curtail
services, the President's Office will inform the campus community and
local media. Official announcements will be placed on the University
Police Department's weather phone at (607) 436-2000. College officials
will make every effort to see that closure announcements come as early
as possible, so that those who must drive to campus can make appropriate
plans. Due to the uniqueness of College operations, it is quite possible
that the College will remain open on days when the public schools in the
area have been closed. A large number of students live on campus, and
these students are dependent upon food services, the heating plant, and
University Police, regardless of weather conditions. The College will
continue to provide these essential services, and, in addition, every
effort will be made to keep the Library open. *Commuting students who
miss classes due to inclement weather will be permitted to make-up
academic work without penalty.
The Office of Continuing Education will have the responsibility of
canceling off-campus extension classes, when necessary, at each site,
and making proper notification.
Employees who report to work despite weather conditions may be given
alternate work assignments, not necessarily at their normal work
stations. Provisions will be made for alternate campus work assignments
and locations for those who cannot get to their regular work sites
and/or when the completion of their regular work assignment is not
possible because of building or weather conditions.
Please bear in mind, however, state regulations stipulate that unless
the campus is officially closed by order of the Governor, all weather
related absences must be charged to annual leave credits.
Regardless of any official action taken or not taken by the College,
reasonable judgment should be considered regarding your own safety. If
your personal safety is jeopardized, you may choose to stay at home.
