Revised March 2007

University Policy for Storm Closings

When storm conditions affect the operation of the University, announcements are made via local radio and TV stations either by school/university name or via a system of code numbers keyed to affected schools. The University's code numbers and applicable prefixes are 853 for cancellation of day classes and 2853 for evening classes.

On Monday, Wednesday, or Friday, a one-hour delay means that the 8 a.m. class is cancelled. A two-hour delay means that both the 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. classes are cancelled.

On Tuesday or Thursday, either a 90-minute delay or class cancellation will be called.

Although information about class cancellations, delayed openings, and University closings will be broadcast on many radio and TV stations, stations do not always provide detailed information. The most accurate and detailed information can be obtained by calling the University's Information Line at 610-436-1000 or by viewing the West Chester University homepage at http://www.wcupa.edu .   The University has also introduced a new Web site specifically formatted for mobile devices. Users can access campus announcements found on the WCU homepage, Campus News and Updates, by simply entering www.wcupa2go.com into a mobile device. This Web site also provides the academic calendar, athletic news, cultural events, and emergency contact information. Because mobile device service providers have specific plans and charges for Web services, users should contact their provider for further details.

Decisions regarding daytime classes, delayed openings, or University closings will generally be broadcast by 6 a.m. Decisions regarding evening classes will generally be broadcast by 1 p.m.  

Although classes may be delayed or cancelled, all essential personnel must report to work.

Please do not call Public Safety for school closing information as such calls will tie up phone lines needed for emergencies.

Storm closing information is available on:

Telephone:

University Information Desk
610-436-1000

Web:

www.wcupa.edu
www.kyw1060.com
www.nbc10.com

Television:

KYW TV 3

WCAU NBC TV 10
WGAL TV 8
WTXF FOXTV 29

Radio stations announcing by code numbers:

KYW 1060 AM
WDAS 1480 AM
WDAS 105.3 FM
WKDN 106.9 FM

Radio stations announcing by university name:   

WCHE 1520 AM
WCOJ 1420 AM
WILM 1450 AM
WJBR 1290 AM
WSBA 910 AM
WCUR 91.7 FM
WDAC 94.5 FM
WARM 103 FM
WLAN 97 FM

Mobile Devices via www.wcupa2go.com

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