In the event of a "snow day" or other emergency that will close the University for an extended period of time, students should check their email for modifications to our schedule of assignments. Depending on the nature and size of the class and the nature and length of the closure, we may be able to continue via email, independent work, and/or meetings at another locale.

Official University closures and delays are announced on the campus website and snow phone line (301-405-SNOW) as well as local radio and TV stations; there also is now a website to register for emergency alerts to your email, cell phone, pager, and/or Blackberry/Treo when emergencies occur; you can register for the alert at http://www.alert.umd.edu.