Severe Weather: Campus Closure (9/26 and 9/27)

Due to the possibility of severe weather in the region, Albany State University will operate virtually beginning at 12 PM on Thursday, September 26 and all day Friday, September 27. The Football game versus Kentucky State University at the ASU Coliseum on Saturday, September 28 will have a delayed start time of 4 PM. The campus will resume normal operations starting Monday, September 30.

  • All classes on September 26 beginning at 12 PM and all day September 27 will be held in an online remote instruction format. Faculty and students should continue course instruction through GeorgiaView. 

  • Faculty and staff are to work virtually. Facilities and other essential staff are expected to report as directed by their supervisor. 

  • Residence halls will remain open. The ASU Police Department will remain available to ensure the safe operation of essential functions. 

  • Dining halls on both campuses will be open on Thursday, September 26 from 10 AM – 3 PM. Residential students will receive a dinner to-go plate. Dining will re-open on Friday, September 27 from 10 AM – 8 PM. All retail locations will be closed Thursday and Friday, and will re-open Saturday from 2-8 PM. All retail location will resume normal operations on Sunday, September 29.

  • RAM Rush transportation will cease operations on Thursday, September 26 after the last pick-up at 12 Noon and drop-off at 12:45 PM. Services will resume on Saturday, September 28.  

If you receive an Emergency Management System alert or hear the emergency sirens, please seek shelter. Additional updates and information will be shared by way of your university e-mail accounts, the ASU website, all official University social media accounts, and the ASU Emergency Communications System (LiveSafe) if an emergency occurs.  

 

Severe Weather Safety Tips 

In Advance of Severe Weather; 

  • Lock and secure all windows.  
  • Locate the nearest emergency shelter in your building. Emergency shelters are located on the first floor and are identified by an emergency shelter sign. 
  • Fully charge your electronic devices (phones and backup batteries).  
  • Store important documents and medicines in your “Go-Bag,” with additional clothes and essential items in case you need to leave quickly. Include a copy of your emergency contacts, insurance information, and a record of any medical condition(s). 

 

During Severe Weather; 

  • Block windows if necessary and move away from them. 
  • Stay sheltered in a safe location within your residence hall or home. 
  • Avoid walking or parking around trees.  

 

In case of an immediate emergency please contact the ASU Police Department at 229-430-4711. We will continue to monitor the forecast for updates.