ALERT
POSTED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 AT 6:45 P.M.
Due to the forecasted winter weather and an abundance of caution, UNO will close today, Thursday, Feb. 19 at 7 P.M.
- All evening classes held in-person during or after 7 P.M. are cancelled.
- All campus buildings – including the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center, Thompson Alumni Center, and Criss Library – will be closed.
- All on-campus activities will be canceled.
- Shuttles will end at 7 P.M. If you need transportation, between campuses call the non-emergency Public Safety number at 402.554.2648.
- All Dodge Campus dining will be closed.
- Check Baxter Arena, Sapp Fieldhouse, Omaha Athletics, Milo Bail Student Center, and Campus Rec web pages for updates on events and activities.
Employee Information
Per UNO’s inclement weather policy, employees whose positions are not identified by their supervisor as essential are considered non-essential. During an inclement weather closing, non-essential employees are instructed to not report to their physical work location. Instead, non-essential employees who can complete their work from home/an alternative worksite location determined by their supervisor should work remotely. If you cannot carry out your tasks remotely due to internet/power disruptions, please contact your supervisor. Essential employees should report.
On-Campus Contacts- Students, faculty and staff are reminded to contact UNO Public Safety at 402.554.2648 in the event they need on-campus assistance or other support. In the event of on-campus emergencies, please call 402.554.2911.
- The Facilities Central Plant will be staffed 24/7 and can be contacted at 402.554.3739.
Health & Safety
To promote your health and safety during severe winter weather, please review these winter weather tips, including:
Watch out for bad weather: If weather conditions are bad, don’t go out unless you need to. If it’s necessary to go out, be prepared and take extra precautions to ensure your safety.
Prepare ahead: If you need to do any shopping for staple/food items, do that before travel conditions become treacherous.
Power outages are possible: Have a plan for how to stay warm or where to go if the power goes out. Do not burn charcoal or use gasoline indoors. Make sure you have an emergency kit including blankets. Use only safe sources of alternative heat such as a fireplace, small well-vented wood or coal stove, or portable space heaters.
Dress warm for the cold: Cover all exposed skin to limit exposure and the potential for frostbite. Dress in layers and wear a cap. Be prepared for emergencies such as a car accident or getting locked out of your car or building/residence, which means you could be stranded outside for long durations of time. Dressing for the weather could keep you warm in freezing temperatures while you wait for assistance.
Be alert: Try to avoid distractions like your phone when walking alone outside so you can be aware of your surroundings in case an emergency happens, or, if you need your phone, knowing what to do in an emergency so you can be more prepared if you are victimized, or something happens to someone else.
Have a buddy system: Have someone you can contact who is close by in case your vehicle breaks down or another emergency occurs. Making sure a friend knows where you are can help ensure your safety as well. You can use 402.554.2911 to report emergencies 24 hours a day.
Walk with a friend: If an emergency arises, having someone with you or knowing where you are to make sure you’re okay can be extremely helpful. UNO Public Safety can escort you to your vehicle or on-campus housing unit from your class at any time, all you need to do is call 402.554.2648 to request help. Here are other UNO Public Safety Services.