Albany State University Inclement Weather Updates

Weather Updates

October 14, 2018, 9:09 a.m. – Update

Tentative schedule to resume classes and standard operations

The following schedule is in place pending full restoration of power and water and a thorough review of facilities on all Albany State University campuses.

Faculty and Staff Members Return

The ASU East and West campuses and satellite campuses are scheduled to reopen Tuesday, October 16 at 1 p.m. for all faculty and staff members. If this date and time changes, the University will notify all faculty and staff members via email, the ASU website, and other university communication channels.

Students Return and Classes Resume

The residence halls will open Wednesday, October 17 on the following schedule:

1 p.m. – Halls 1, 2, 3, 4
3 p.m. – Gibson and East, North, South
5 p.m. – Halls 5 and 6, West Commons, West Village South

The schedule will allow for a smooth return to campus and provide staff enough time to quickly address potential student concerns.

Classes and standard campus operations will resume Thursday, October 18, beginning at 8 a.m. If there are changes to these dates and time, updates will be communicated through email, the ASU website, and other university communication channels by Monday at 8 p.m.

Homecoming Events

ASU Homecoming events for Monday – Wednesday have been canceled. We are looking at various options to maintain ASU Homecoming traditions that will include supporting the restoration of the Albany community. Further updates regarding remaining events for the week will be shared as the University works with local officials, the ASU Emergency Management Team, ASU student leaders, and alumni leaders.

Please continue to monitor your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, all official University social media accounts, and the local media outlets for updates.

October 13, 2018, 2 p.m. – Update

As you are aware, Albany State University and the Albany community sustained damage during Hurricane Michael. We are happy that our students, faculty, and staff are safe. Soon, we must resume classes and set a plan for making up lost instructional and laboratory time.

Faculty members are developing those plans now, and they will share them with you when classes resume. To ensure you receive the appropriate and necessary instructional time, replacement sessions may be required (for example, evenings and weekends).

We ask that you please cooperate fully with your instructors by attending the replacement class sessions and complete your assignments in a timely manner. We know there will be a period of readjustment as we return to campus. Working together we will ensure that our academics remain of the highest quality.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

October 13, 2018, 11:32 a.m. – Update

The Dougherty County Emergency Management released the following:

People without power and food in Crisp, Dougherty and surrounding counties will be able to get a hot meal Sunday thanks to Tyson Foods. Meal service will begin: Sunday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.

Locations:

Walmart Supercenter at 1215 E.16th Ave. in Cordele
2825 Ledo Rd. in Albany

In addition, Oakland library in Leesburg has bottled water, tarps, and meals ready to eat.

October 12, 2018, 5:36 p.m. – Update

Thank you for the outpouring of support as we do the necessary work to recover from the recent damage to Albany State University caused by Hurricane Michael. Many of you have indicated that you are interested in opportunities to volunteer on campus. As we assess and manage damage, we are planning a Day of Service.

During the Day of Service, all supporters will be invited to assist with cleanup efforts on the East and West campuses. We will reach out to notify you of the scheduled day and time for this initiative. Until then, to ensure safety, only essential personnel and approved supporters currently assisting with cleanup are allowed on campus.

October 12, 2018, 2:32 p.m. – Update

Albany State University Homecoming events for Sunday, October 14 have been rescheduled. Further updates regarding remaining events for the week will be shared as the University works with local officials, the ASU Emergency Management Team, ASU student leaders, and alumni leaders.

October 12, 2018, 1:35 p.m. – Update

Due to damage caused by severe weather, Albany State University (ASU) and Morehouse College have agreed to reschedule this weekend’s football game to Sunday, Oct. 14. The Maroon Tigers will host the Golden Rams at the B.T. Harvey Stadium for a 1 p.m. kickoff.

In addition, ASU has postponed their home volleyball contest against Georgia College and Cross Country will not compete in the Georgia Southern Cross Country meet. Both contests were scheduled for Oct. 14.

Go to https://athletics.morehouse.edu for more information related to tickets and other game day details regarding the ASU vs. Morehouse football game and www.asugoldenrams.com for more information on other athletic contests.

Albany State, and much of the Albany area, has experienced power outages and limited access to water. The ASU campus is currently closed. A reopen date will be determined once university officials conclude a complete assessment of all campus facilities. To ensure safety, only essential personnel and approved supporters assisting with cleanup are allowed on campus.

October 12, 2018, 9:33 a.m. – Update

Albany State University campuses will remain closed Saturday, October 13. Students, faculty and staff should not return to campus until an all clear is provided. We are assessing and managing damage caused by severe weather conditions.

To ensure safety, only essential personnel and approved supporters assisting with cleanup are allowed on campus. Mechanical equipment such as chainsaws are being utilized. All approved supporters must check in with the ASU Police Department or Facilities Management upon arrival. Unapproved volunteers SHOULD NOT be on campus.

In addition, thank you to our partners at institutions within the University System of Georgia who have graciously offered their services and assistance with cleanup.

October 11, 2018, 7:53 p.m. – Update

Due to power outages and limited access to water, Albany State University residence halls on the East and West campuses have been vacated.

Students who were unable to return home are being relocated to Georgia Southern University – Armstrong Campus in Savannah, Georgia where there is adequate housing space available. Dining services will also be provided to relocated students.

We’ve encouraged students to reach out to their parents and/or guardians to ensure they are informed of all updates.

October 11, 2018, 3:56 p.m. – Update

The Albany State University East and West campuses have experienced power outages and there is limited access to water. As a result, ASU residence halls will close today at 6 p.m.

All students who are able to leave, must vacate the residence halls today by 6 p.m. Accommodations will be made and transportation will be provided for students who are not able to vacate.

If you are a student and you are unable to vacate campus, you must report to either the East residence Hall (East Campus) or the Commons residence hall (West Campus) immediately to register with ASU Housing. Further instructions regarding housing accommodations will be provided after registration.

October 11, 2018, 12:15 p.m. – Update

All Albany State University campuses, including satellite campuses, will remain closed Friday, October 12. We are continuing to assess all damage. Our reopen date will be determined once we conclude a complete assessment of all campus facilities. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to remain off the roads as city personnel evaluate the conditions of the Albany area.

Housing and Dining Services are collaborating to provide food provisions to students in residence halls. Boxed meals are available for pick up in all residence hall main lobbies during the designated times.

Please continue to monitor your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, all official University social media accounts, and the local media outlets for updates.

October 11, 2018, 10:14 a.m. – Update

We are assessing the damage on both the Albany State University East and West campuses. Students should remain in the residence halls until further notice. Only essential personnel should be on campus.

Breakfast has been provided to students in the residence halls. Directives regarding lunch and dinner will be provided within the hour. Please continue to monitor your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, all official University social media accounts, and the local media outlets for updates.

October 10, 2018, 10:03 a.m. – Update

As we continue to monitor severe weather conditions, please remain alert for updates throughout the day and evening.

Remember, The Albany State University East and West campuses and all satellite campuses are closed due to severe weather conditions. The only buildings that are accessible are the residence halls and the ASU Police Department. All other facilities, including the Student Center, are locked. We encourage students to remain in the residence halls until the severe weather has passed the Albany-Dougherty area. Only essential personnel should remain on campus.

Please also note that ASU Dining Services are closed. Housing and Dining Services are collaborating to provide food provisions to the residence halls as the weather allows. Students, please check the information provided in the residence halls and through your University email account for meal availability times. Boxed meals will be available for pick up in all residence hall main lobbies during the designated times.

Additionally, the Albany area is currently under tornado watch. Please adhere to the precautions below. Information will continue to be shared with local media and by way of your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, and all official University social media accounts. Please also tune into your local news channels for additional updates.

ASUPD Safety Tips – Tornado Watch and Warning

What should I do during a tornado watch?
- When a tornado watch is issued by the National Weather Service, ASUPD will continue to monitor the weather activity. Connect 5 notifications are not distributed for a tornado watch. Please have a safety plan prepared and be ready to implement it in case a warning is issued.

What is a tornado warning?
- The National Weather Service issues a tornado warning when a tornado has been detected or sighted. The warning will tell you the location, movement of the severe weather, and an estimated time of expiration.

What should I do during a tornado warning?
- When a tornado warning is issued by the National Weather Service, the outdoor weather siren will be activated and the ASU dispatcher will send an alert via Blackboard Connect 5 to the campus community.
- Students, employees and others in the immediate area should find a space near a wall on the lowest level of the building they are residing in, away from windows and exterior doors.
- Those impacted should curl up in a “ball” or fetal position near the wall, place hands over your head and remain in that position until the severe weather passes.
- If you are outdoors, with no shelter available, lie flat in a nearby ditch and shield your head with your arms. For a LAST resort, you should consider using a vehicle as a shelter. DO not get into the vehicle, but rather crawl under the vehicle and shield your head with your arms.

October 9, 2018, 8:12 p.m. – Update

Emergency Tips – Severe Weather

We are continuing to monitor current weather conditions. In preparation for severe weather, please note the information below.

When the National Weather Service issues certain alerts, the ASU outdoor weather siren will be activated and the ASU dispatcher will send an alert via Blackboard Connect 5 to the campus community.
Students, employees and others in the immediate area should find a space near a wall on the lowest level of the building they are residing in, away from windows and exterior doors.
Those impacted should curl up in a “ball” or fetal position near the wall, place hands over your head and remain in that position until the severe weather passes.
If outdoors, with no shelter available, lie flat in a nearby ditch and shield your head with your arms.
Avoid walking or parking around trees during the storm.
Stay inside if the winds are high. There will more than likely be debris in the winds that can cause serious bodily harm.
Make sure your electronic devices are fully powered.

Information will continue to be shared with local media and by way of your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, and all official University social media accounts. Please also tune into your local news channels for additional updates.

October 9, 2018, 12:21 p.m. – Update

Ram Rush will operate as normal on Tuesday, October 9. The last return trips to the East and West campuses is at 9 p.m. Ram Rush will be closed Wednesday October, 10 and Thursday, October 11. The normal bus schedule will begin Friday morning, pending the weather conditions.

October 9, 2018, 11:03 a.m. – Update

The Albany State University East and West campuses and satellite campuses in Cairo and Cordele will close Tuesday, October 9 beginning at noon in preparation for severe weather conditions. Campuses are set to reopen on Friday, October 12. All classes, meetings, and events are cancelled until Friday, October 12.

Residence halls will remain open and essential personnel, including the ASU Police Department, will remain available to ensure the operation of essential functions. We encourage students who can safely go home to do so. Based on the most recent weather reports, it is likely we will experience extended power outages. For those who are unable to go home, the halls will remain open.

ASU Dining Services will observe normal dining hours on Tuesday, October 9. Dining Services will be closed Wednesday, October 10 and Thursday, October 11. Housing and Dining Services will collaborate to provide limited food provisions to the residence halls as the weather allows.

The Albany State University Emergency Management team is working with the city of Albany Emergency Management Agency to monitor weather conditions and will keep the campus community updated. Weather updates will be shared as quickly as possible as the weather changes for our area. It is important that you remain alert for updates throughout the day and evening.

If you receive a Connect 5 Emergency Management System alert or hear the emergency sirens, please seek shelter.

Please also adhere to these precautions:

Avoid walking or parking around trees during the storm.
Stay inside if the winds are high. There will more than likely be debris in the winds that can cause serious bodily harm.
Any area or location that does not have windows can be a last minute shelter.
Make sure your electronic devices are fully powered.

Information will be shared with local media and by way of your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, and all official University social media accounts. Please also tune into your local news channels for additional updates.

October 8, 2018 – Update

The Albany State University Emergency Management Team and the Dougherty County Emergency Management Agency are closely monitoring the current weather conditions for our area. Weather updates will be shared as quickly as possible as the weather changes for our area. It is important that you remain alert for updates throughout the day and evening.

In the event of a campus delay or closure, we will notify faculty, staff, and students by email, through the Emergency Management System alerts, via the ASU website and through the University’s official social media accounts. Please also tune into your local news channels for additional updates.