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Classes & Activities Canceled Monday, January 26

Due to predicted severe winter weather, all classes and activities are canceled for Monday, January 26. All classes (including online classes, nursing clinicals and placements) and activities on Monday, January 26 are canceled on all RIC campuses: main campus in Providence, RI Nursing Education Center (RINEC), and the Workforce Development Hub in Central Falls.

Parking Restrictions

A partial parking ban will be in effect from Sunday at 9 am to Monday at 5 pm. Students in residence halls are requested to park in Lot L. Faculty and staff are requested to park in Lot D or Lot J. Faculty, staff and students on East Campus may use the parking lot between the Recreation Center and the Forman Center.

Staff Reporting

Essential employees scheduled to work during an Adverse Weather period are required to report as assigned. Individuals who are uncertain about their designation should consult directly with their supervisor for clarification.

Non‑essential employees who are unable to report to work during an Adverse Weather period may charge such absence to annual leave, personal leave, or leave without pay, subject to supervisory approval. Sick leave may not be used for this purpose. Once the Adverse Weather period concludes, all employees are expected to report for the remainder of their scheduled shift. All relevant provisions of applicable union contracts, Personnel Rules, and State Law remain in effect. Supervisors should review reporting procedures with their staff, and where necessary, contact the Office of Human Resources regarding requests for alternative accommodations. Non‑essential employees may work remotely when feasible and with prior approval from their supervisor. Employees and students should monitor local radio and television outlets for updates concerning State office closures. As Rhode Island College is considered a State office, closures may only occur with the express authorization of the Governor. Official announcements will be posted by the Rhode Island Department of Administration and distributed through the College as soon as they become available.

During an Adverse Weather event, Rhode Island College maintains normal business operations and offices remain open; however, most offices may operate remotely.

Dining

Donovan Dining Center will be open on Monday 10 am–8 pm. The Beestro will be open from 5–9 pm.

Library

Adams Library is closed on Sunday, January 25 and Monday, January 26.

Recreation Center

The Recreation Center will be open from 2–10 pm and the Student Athlete Success Center from 2–6 pm subject to weather conditions improving. Please monitor communications on Monday for changes in the schedule.

Health Services

Health Services will be open from 10 am–4 pm on Monday. Students needing emergency care should call 911 or call campus police at 401-456-8888. Call the HOPE Line at 401-456-4673, available 24 hours a day.

More Info & Updates

Further updates will be posted here and on Instagram. Updates will also be listed with Rhode Island’s major broadcasting stations and provided via RICAlert text messaging system.

During any significant weather event or emergency, a​lerts will be posted on RIC’s official websites and sent by text message to all RICAlert subscribers. Additionally, pertinent information will be available on RIC’s social media accounts and on local radio and TV stations.

RICAlert Text Messaging System

It is recommended that all campus constituents register for the Rhode Island College Emergency Notification System, RICAlert. ​In the event of adverse weather conditions affecting classes or travel (such as snow, flooding, hurricane, tornado, fire, power outages) RICAlert will send you notifications of delays, cancellations and closures on campus. The college sends RICAlert notifications after consultation with the division of Administration and Finance and the National Weather Service.

Delays and Closures

In the event of delays or class/college closures, Rhode Island College will post information in accordance with the class cancellation / college closing policy. Employees should also consult the college's Adverse Weather Policy for more information.

Posting of Delays and Closures

In addition to the RICAlert notifications, notices of delays and closures will be posted on:

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