As a result, if you are required to work during this period, you will receive equivalent time off with pay. In general, despite predictions of bad weather, the University never stops operating. The University recognizes that there are unusual circumstances, such as severe weather conditions, when it may need to modify work schedules, cancel or delay classes, or close the University. Staff members who provide essential services are required to come to work. Essential services are those services that must remain in operation at all times regardless of emergency conditions, in order to maintain health, safety and well-being of the University community.
Individual departments designate certain jobs as essential.
Staff members in jobs designated as essential are expected to remain at work if the closing occurs during their regular work schedule, or to report to work if the closing announcement is made before their regular work schedule begins. Modification of work schedules may take the form of either a partial or a full closing of the University's operations. Please note that KYW is considered the official source of information to be used. KYW will use the University's emergency code numbers to indicate the type of closing for the University community.