The Bluff remains covered under a blanket of snow as the University of Portland closes campus and suspends in-person classes for Feb. 14. The announcement came via email at 6:40 a.m. from Vice President for Finance and Operations Eric Barger.
Students should check Moodle and their UP email for professor updates regarding potential online learning options, including synchronous meetings or asynchronous activities. Those involved in clinicals, student teaching or internships should contact their site supervisors for further instructions.
Additional campus services will be affected by the closure. The Pilot House, mail center and campus bookstore will be closed for the day. However, the Bauccio Commons, Beauchamp Center and Chapel of Christ the Teacher will remain open unless Residence Life announces changes.
Students should check the library website for current hours. No decision has been made regarding this weekend’s Family Weekend events.
Barger assured the community that the University is monitoring the situation closely, and will provide updates as they arise.
“The safety and well-being of our community is among our highest priorities,” Barger said. “Have a happy Valentine’s Day and be safe.”
Julianna Pedone is the News and Managing Editor for The Beacon. She can be reached at pedone25@up.edu.
