Cancellations and Delays Policy
- In the event that weather or other emergency conditions warrant the all-day closing, delayed opening or early closure of the University, announcements will be made via the University Emergency Messaging System; all-day school closing notifications will be made by 5:30 a.m. Information will also be posted on the website.
- In the event that weather or other emergency conditions warrant the all-day closing or delayed opening of the University, announcements will be made on the following radio and television stations, and websites:
- Radio stations: WBZ 1030 AM
- Television Channels: WBZ-TV Channel 4, WCVB-TV Channel 5, WHDH-TV Channel 7, FOX25-TV Channel 25
- Other: Rhode Island Broadcasters Association (RIBA) participating members http://www.ribroadcasters.com/images/user/file/RIBA%20Stations.pdf
- Websites: www.suffolk.edu
- Please call 866-312-2632 for updated messages. Do not call the University Police Department, switchboard, administrative offices, radio, or television stations to verify University closing.
- On-line classes are typically not cancelled due to weather.
The decision on early dismissal of employees due to weather conditions will be announced via the media outlets stated above, the University's website, as well as the emergency messaging system.
Please note:
- When classes are delayed or canceled, the cancellation will apply to the entire University, including all three schools – Arts & Sciences, including NESAD, Business, and Law – as well as libraries and all University activities (Student Affairs, athletic events, performances, etc.), but does not impact on-line classes.
- Weekend and holiday closings or delays will be handled in the same manner as weekdays.
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