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Winter Weather Update January 2022

Jan 16th, 2022

Winter Weather Update January 2022

Jan. 18, 2022:

Dear HPU Family,

 

So that you can plan appropriately, we wanted to inform you that Wednesday, January 19, is a standard operating day. Classes will begin on their normal schedule, and all campus services will operate on regular schedule.

 

Campus Enhancement will work continually to keep roadways and sidewalks clear. Because you may still encounter some slick spots, please exercise caution as you walk and drive across campus.

 

Jan. 17, 2022:

Dear HPU Students,

HPU continues working to keep you safe and warm! HPU commends the tireless efforts of our staff to maintain campus operations during inclement weather, and we appreciate the work of faculty and students who completed service projects on campus in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today.

As the snow and ice continue to melt, below are several important updates.

Administrative Offices Open at 9:30 a.m.

Offices on campus will open at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, and the university will remain fully operational.

Tuesday Classes Begin at 9:45 a.m.

Out of an abundance of caution, the first classes on Tuesday, Jan. 18, will begin at 9:45 a.m. Classes scheduled before this time are canceled. Students should follow their regular class schedule beginning at 9:45 a.m.

Give Yourself Extra Time

The snow and ice began to melt today, and Campus Enhancement will work continually to keep sidewalks clear. However, you may still encounter some slick spots. Allow yourself extra time to slowly traverse campus.

Security and Transportation

The Campus Shuttles are operating on their normal schedule. HPU Security and Student Life staff will also be on duty around the clock. Students can call Campus Security at 336-841-9112 anytime for emergencies or special transportation needs.

HPU Dining

All dining locations return to their standard hours of operation on Tuesday. Follow @HPUDining on Instagram or visit hpudining.com for hours, menus and more.

Smith Library

Smith Library remains open until 10 p.m. tonight and will reopen at 8 a.m. tomorrow.

Enjoy Activities on Campus!

There’s SNOW-MUCH to do on HPU’s campus! The HPU Ice Skating Rink will be open for extended hours this evening from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Campus Activities Team is also hosting a variety of events you can enjoy. Follow @HPUCAT on Instagram for more ways to stay engaged on your campus.

Student Health Services

HPU Student Health Services is providing virtual care today and will re-open for in-person appointments on Tuesday at 10 a.m. You can contact Student Health Services at 336-841-4683.

Winter Weather Safety Tips:

We encourage the entire HPU community to be familiar with the following important winter weather safety tips.

Continual Communication

HPU Security, Campus Enhancement, Student Life and other teams continue to monitor the situation and care for students on campus. If students have any concerns, they should contact security at 336-841-9112. The university will continue to provide updates via email and the channels listed below. If you’d like to continue monitoring the weather conditions in our area, you can view the National Weather Service’s forecast for High Point, N.C., here.

The HPU App (download here)
HPU Facebook page
HPU Twitter (@HighPointU)
HPU’s Instagram Stories (@HighPointU)

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Jan. 16, 2022:
Dear Students,

We hope you are enjoying the snow and taking advantage of the complimentary sleds available at the Arcade in the R.G. Wanek Center. While Campus Enhancement continues to de-ice sidewalks and roadways, you will still come across slick surfaces. So be careful and have fun!

The Hospitality Team continues to operate all dining locations throughout campus based on the standard schedule until 4 p.m. today. Please review the revised hours of operation and dining location options for 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. today. There are 10 dining options available after 4 p.m., but all dining options will close today at 8 p.m., so please make your dining plans based on these changes.

HPU Dining Locations Open
4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

The Café
Subway
Slane Starbucks
The Farmers Market
Jamba Juice
The Market@ Wanek
Cottrell Starbucks
The Market@ Yadkin (Grill is Open)
The Silver Line Diner
The Village Grille

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events

There are no classes tomorrow in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Due to the inclement weather, many service activities scheduled to honor Dr. King during “A Day On, Not Off” will be rescheduled.

The Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Chapel Service scheduled for 11:00am on January 17th, has been canceled.

You can follow High Point University’s social media accounts, listed below, to see information about service opportunities that are still available.

Security and Transportation

The Campus Shuttles are operating on their normal schedule. HPU Security and Student Life staff will also be on duty around the clock. Students can call Campus Security at 336-841-9112 anytime for emergencies or special transportation needs.

Smith Library

Smith Library will be open until 10 p.m. tonight, and reopen at 9 a.m. tomorrow.

Winter Weather Safety Tips:

We encourage the entire HPU community to be familiar with the following important winter weather safety tips.

Continual Communication

Administrators are continuing to monitor the situation throughout the weekend. The university will continue to provide updates via email and the channels listed below.

If you’d like to continue monitoring the weather conditions in our area, you can view the National Weather Service’s forecast for High Point, N.C., here.