Category: Weather Awareness

With snow accumulation expected in Wichita Wednesday, March 5, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your supervisor about work flexibility. Students concerned about classes can reach out to their instructors.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues, you can contact the Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus by calling 316-978-4792. The Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic can help treat minor/acute medical issues.

With expected snow accumulation in Wichita Wednesday, March 5, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your instructors about classes.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues from the weather, you can contact Student Health Services (SHS) at student.health@wichita.edu or call 316-978-4792. SHS is located in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus.

In conjunction with the National Weather Service, the State of Kansas will participate in the Severe Weather Preparedness Week from March 3 to 7. At 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, Sedgwick County Emergency Management Services will sound the severe weather sirens throughout the county.

All personnel — faculty, staff, students and guests — are expected to go to a designated shelter until the all clear is given. This drill will be educational for all involved and provide those overseeing campus safety a way of evaluating the effectiveness of WSU’s emergency preparedness during a tornado. Go to the Wichita State tornado shelters webpage to learn more about what to do during a tornado warning and to locate your designated shelter.

For more information, contact Andrew Clem — Environmental, Health and Safety Department director — at 316-978-7904 or andrew.clem@wichita.edu.

With the low temperatures and snow accumulation in Wichita, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your supervisor about work flexibility. Students concerned about classes can reach out to their instructors.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues, you can contact the Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus by calling 316-978-4792. The Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic can help treat minor/acute medical issues.

With the low temperatures and snow accumulation in Wichita, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your instructors about classes.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues from the weather, you can contact Student Health Services (SHS) at student.health@wichita.edu or call 316-978-4792. SHS is located in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus.

Wichita State’s campus has return to normal operations today, Wednesday, Feb. 19. In-person classes will be in session.

Instructors do still have the discretion to hold their classes remotely or to cancel. Please connect with your students regarding the status of your classes. In addition, students are encouraged to reach out to their instructors for questions.

We understand it’s still snowy and very cold outside. Please be prepared for this winter weather by dressing accordingly. Students who feel they are unable to safely travel or get around on campus should connect with their instructors. Faculty or staff with similar concerns should contact their supervisor or department chair to develop an alternative plan.  

Facilities Services personnel are working hard to clear roadways and sidewalks on campus, but using caution and allowing for extra travel time is always advised when driving and walking on snow.  

In response to the expected inclement weather, Wichita State will move to remote operations Tuesday, Feb. 18. Critical campus operations will remain open, and employees who support these operations should report to campus.

All other employees should work remotely when possible and speak with their supervisor for any specific concerns. Classes will be held remotely. Instructors are encouraged to connect with their students regarding the status of their classes, and students should reach out to their instructors for questions.

The university will resume normal operations as soon as possible, and additional updates will be shared via Shocker Alert texts, WSU email and WSU social media.

Critical campus operations that will remain open include:

• Student housing
• Dining options (which may reduce business hours as needed)
• Campus police
• Facilities services
• Research laboratories (at faculty discretion)
• Operations otherwise designated by the president, athletic director or any vice president 

Wichita State University will be open today Wednesday, Feb. 12. In-person classes will be in session, and campus operations will continue as normal.

Faculty or staff with similar concerns should immediately contact their supervisor or department chair to develop an alternative plan that accommodates specific needs and minimizes disruption to operations.

Students with questions or who are unable to safely travel or get around on campus can reach out to their instructor.

Facilities Services personnel are working hard to clear roadways and sidewalks on campus, but using caution and allowing for extra travel time is always advised when driving and walking on snow.

Wichita State University will be open today Wednesday, Feb. 12. In-person classes will be in session, and campus operations will continue as normal.

Students with questions or who are unable to safely travel or get around on campus can reach out to their instructor.

Facilities Services personnel are working hard to clear roadways and sidewalks on campus, but using caution and allowing for extra travel time is always advised when driving and walking on snow.

With the low temperatures and snow accumulation in Wichita, be sure that you are prepared to stay safe as you make your way to and around campus.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Forecasts can change suddenly, and Wichita State will send out alerts via the ShockerAlert System if severe inclement weather will affect normal campus operations. Sign up for text alerts.
  • For changes to normal campus operations, Wichita State will consider the safety of faculty, staff, students and visitors; the snow and ice removal needs of the campus; the closure of local school districts and related childcare challenges faced by faculty, staff and students; and the business needs of the university. Learn more about WSU’s inclement weather policy.
• While traveling, whether on foot or by car, allow yourself extra time to make it to your destination safely.
• Wear warm clothing, such as water-resistant coats and boots and several layers of clothing, and cover the most-affected body parts such as nose, ears, toes, cheeks, chin and fingers with hats, scarves and gloves.
• If you are concerned about coming to campus because of the weather, contact your supervisor about work flexibility. Students concerned about classes can reach out to their instructors.

While on campus, buildings are open during the school day, so if you feel like you are experiencing any adverse effects from the weather, take a moment to warm up in a building before continuing.

If you experience any health issues, you can contact the Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic in the Steve Clark YMCA on campus by calling 316-978-4792. The Faculty/Staff Acute Care Clinic can help treat minor/acute medical issues.