Frigid wind chills and gusts of wind that cause drifting snow pose a safety problem. Temperature is also a factor in whether or not classes are canceled. Temperatures that dip below 20 degrees are a safety concern and can be dangerous for those outside. While Troyer covers the snow aspect of snow days, Jerry Price, dean of students, is on call when ice is in the forecast. Ice, in addition to hindering traveling on campus, has been known to affect the ability to provide services on campus.
Ice storms occur when there is a light drizzle and temperatures hover around the freezing point.
The complications due to ice usually result in the loss of electricity, and phone and Internet service. Because ice storms usually mean difficulties in the forms of campus communication, warning campus residents of the potential dangers is often difficult. We then posted them in the residence halls. The thought of sleeping in and sledding may sound great, but there are consequences that come with having snow days. There is no limit to the amount of days that can be called off due to extreme weather, which can become a problem with classes.