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Advisories and Updates
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UPDATE # 12
October 30, 2012, 2:00 p.m.
Howard University will resume normal operations on Wednesday, October 31.
UPDATE # 11
October 30, 2012, 1:02 p.m.
Howard University Community:
The Department of Public Safety provided around-the-clock patrol and security services for the University during Hurricane Sandy. There were no major incidents reported as a result of the storm.
Early assessments show no significant damages on the Main, East or West campus. We are working with Physical Facilities Management (PFM) to complete a full assessment of all campus buildings. The PFM staff will complete repairs as soon as possible. The Office of Residence Life is also working with PFM to address leaks in the residence halls. The Howard Plaza Towers experienced power fluctuations and some outages; however, electricity has since been restored.
The team is working diligently to fully restore campus today and we anticipate that the University will resume normal operations on Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Lee James
Chief of Police & Director of Public Safety
Howard University
"BE SAFE OUT THERE"
UPDATE # 10
October 30, 2012, 9:02 a.m.
All spring semester 2013 registration activities have been suspended until Monday, November 5. The Office of the Registrar will distribute an updated registration schedule.
UPDATE # 9
October 30, 2012, 8:56 a.m.
Please note the following service updates.
SHUTTLE SERVICES
The Shuttle Service will resume at 9 a.m. on the weekend schedule.
DINING SERVICES
Campus Dining Services will open in the Blackburn Center and the Bethune Annex during the following hours:
Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
All retail operations remain closed.
Take extra precaution as you travel following the storm.
UPDATE # 8
October 29, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Howard University Community:
The University will remain closed on Tuesday, October 30, 2012. All classes, events and activities are cancelled. The University's Emergency Management Team will continue to monitor the forecasts and will provide updates to the campus community. The Department of Public Safety, Physical Facilities and other essential staff are on campus to provide emergency services. Students, faculty and staff are urged to stay indoors and away from windows during the storm.
Dining service hours are: Brunch - 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and Dinner - 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Shuttle services will end at 7:00 p.m. and are suspended until the streets are deemed safe.
In an emergency, please contact the Department of Public Safety at 202-806-1100. If off campus, please call 911.
For advisories visit, Howard.edu, WHUR 96.3 FM, HU Communications, the University's main line (202-806-6100) as well as our social media channels.
Students can reach the University Counseling Services by calling the Crisis Line at 202-345-6709 OR 202-714-7471. University faculty and staff should call 202-714-7471.
In the event of a medical emergency, call 911.
If you have not already, sign up for the Emergency Communications Services - AlertHU and the Guardian Service www.howard.edu/publicsafety/triadservices.html
For a full listing of campus advisories, visit http://www.howard.edu/newsroom/notifications/10272012HUrricanePreparedness.html
UPDATE #7
October 28, 2012, 1:22 p.m.
Dear Students:
In the event of a medical emergency, you may:
Report to the HUH emergency room OR call 911
If you are away from campus and you are experiencing a medical emergency:
Report to the nearest available emergency room OR call 911.
If you are unsure of what to do and, or, if you have medical questions to ask, please call the nurse advice line at 1-866-509-7715.
Please have your student ID with you.
UPDATE #6
October 28, 2012, 10 p.m.
Students can reach the University Counseling Services by calling the Crisis Line at 202-345-6709 OR 202-714-7471. University faculty and staff should call 202-714-7471.
UPDATE #5
October 28, 2012, 9 p.m.
Reminder, in an emergency please call the Department of Public Safety, 202 806 1100. If off campus, call 911.
UPDATE # 4
October 28, 2012, 8:30 p.m.
Founders will close at 9:30 p.m. tonight. The library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29.
UPDATE # 3
October 28, 2012, 7:20 p.m.
I-LAB
The i-Lab will close at midnight on Sunday, Oct. 28 and will remain closed on Monday, Oct. 29.
SHUTTLE SERVICES
The Shuttle Service will end at midnight as scheduled on Sunday, Oct. 28. Effective Monday, Oct. 29 and until further notice, the shuttles will operate on the weekend schedule. Shuttles will operate unless travel is deemed unsafe.
DINING SERVICES
Campus Dining Services will open in the Blackburn Center and the Bethune Annex on Monday, Oct. 29 during the following hours:
Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
All retail operations will be closed.
EMERGENCY
In the event of an emergency, call the Department of Public Safety 202 806 1100. If off-campus, call 911.
UPDATE # 2
October 28, 2012, 6 p.m.
Howard University Community:
Due to inclement weather, the University will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29. All classes, activities and events have been cancelled. The University's Emergency Management Team continues to monitor the forecasts and will provide updates to the campus community. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to take caution and adhere to warnings and alerts.
For updates visit Howard.edu, WHUR 96.3 FM, HU Communications, local broadcast media (Channels 4, 5, 7, 8, 9 and WTOP), the University's main line (202-806-6100) as well as our social media channels. Friend us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/howarduniversity or Follow us on Twitter, www.twitter.com/Howardu
UPDATE # 1
Hurricane Preparedness
October 27, 2012
Dear Howard Community:
Howard University continues to monitor forecasts and reports regarding Hurricane Sandy as it travels north along the east coast of the United States. Current models from the National Weather Service call for Sandy to make landfall on the east coast on Sunday evening near the Delaware Peninsula. As the storm progresses inland, the Washington metropolitan region may experience sustained winds and strong rain increasing from Sunday morning through Tuesday, with the most severe weather occurring Sunday night through Monday. This is a slow moving storm that is expected to cause flooding and wind damage. Models will continue to change as the storm approaches and if the situation warrants, the Howard University website will be updated with additional information.
Hurricane Preparedness Measures:
While there currently are no hurricane watches or warnings for the Washington Metropolitan Area, Howard University community members, on and off campus, are encouraged to take a few minutes to review their personal preparedness measures.
Make a Plan:
Communicate with friends and family to let them know how you are doing. If you plan on being away, let someone know where you can be reached.
Furniture, bicycles, and other property in outside areas or on balconies should be secured or brought indoors. Consider moving your vehicles away from trees and poor draining/low lying areas.
Remember to keep your HU Identification card with you at all times.
Build a Kit:
Prepare an emergency kit to include items such as water, snacks, a flashlight, extra batteries, first aid supplies, and prescription medications.
Stay Informed
Monitor the Media:
Monitor the Howard University website and local media for current information on the storm.
If you see a dangerous situation, report it to DPS (202-806-1100)
Familiarize yourself with the terms that are used to identify a hurricane.
Hurricane Watch: A hurricane is possible within 48 hours.
Hurricane Warning: A hurricane is expected to arrive within 36 hours or less.
More information about Hurricane Sandy is available on the National Hurricane Center – National Weather Service’s Web site (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/).
Monitor local media for the most up-to-date information.
Find additional information on how to plan and prepare for a hurricane by visiting the following resources:
Please refer to the Federal Emergency Management Agency website: http://www.fema.gov for preparedness and emergency response tips related to severe weather.
American Red Cross – National Capital Area (http://www.redcrossnca.org/index.php/be-prepared.html)
Download the free Red Cross Hurricane App for your smartphone.
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