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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

UVU Delays Classes on Wednesday, Feb. 22 Until 10 a.m.

All Utah Valley University campus facilities will be open today, Feb. 22, after 10 a.m. However, if the weather makes travel unsafe, students are advised to check with their instructors to determine the status of their classes. Faculty may choose to teach remotely or in person while providing online learning options for students negatively impacted by the storm. Employees who feel unsafe to travel should communicate with their supervisors about remote work arrangements.

We will continue to assess the weather and will send more information as needed. For more information, please see UVU Snow Day Plans.



Thursday, April 21, 2022

Great Utah ShakeOut 2022

Prepare to duck, cover, and hold on! The Great ShakeOut is coming to UVU. 

What?
It’s an annual statewide earthquake preparedness drill held by the state of Utah to practice earthquake safety protocol. At UVU, we want to be prepared. We were all reminded in 2020 that we live in an earthquake zone.

When?
April 21, 2022, at approximately 10:15am. 

How?
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to participate in the short protective actions (drop, cover, hold on). If on campus, you will hear an overhead announcement. The UVU community will also receive a warning on computer screens that will remind you to take protective actions as if there were an earthquake. 

During this year’s Great ShakeOut you may also see our emergency management team performing a larger emergency exercise. Do not be alarmed if you see simulated injuries and emergencies, or emergency service teams on campus. This is all part of an effort to be ready to keep you safe in an actual emergency situation. 

Please join us in practicing the protective actions of duck, cover, and hold on during the Great ShakeOut.

Thank you!

Robin Ebmeyer
Director of Emergency Management and Safety


Thursday, April 15, 2021

Great Utah ShakeOut 2021

Prepare to duck, cover, and hold on! The Great ShakeOut is coming to UVU.

What? It’s an annual statewide earthquake preparedness drill held by the state of Utah to practice earthquake safety protocol. A year ago, we experienced an earthquake that reminded everyone that such events are a reality in our area. At UVU, we want to be prepared.

When? April 15, 2021, at approximately 10 a.m.

How? If on campus, you will hear an overhead announcement. The UVU community will also receive texts and a warning on computer screens that will remind you to take protective actions as if there were an earthquake. This year, UVU employees in Facilities will also perform post-earthquake building assessment training. They will check buildings looking for structural damage as if there had been real shaking.

Please join us in taking the protective actions of duck, cover, and hold on during the Great ShakeOut.

Thank you!

Robin Ebmeyer
Director of Emergency Management and Safety

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Campus Weather Alert

UVU campuses will remain open today, and all classes will meet as scheduled. The decision was based on current and projected weather conditions provided by the National Weather Service. However, we understand current conditions may have made travel dangerous for some. Please take necessary precautions to stay safe, including live-stream and remote learning/work options and utilizing mass-transit options where possible.

We ask faculty and staff to work with students taking in-person courses affected by the weather and that departments accommodate faculty and staff unable to travel to campus.

Faculty members who cannot safely travel to campus should reach out to students enrolled in face-to-face classes via canvas to alert them of any necessary modifications. Otherwise, all face-to-face, online, and live-stream-only courses will continue as usual.

Friday, August 21, 2020

To Find COVID-19 Information from UVU

This website, uvu.info, serves as a backup platform for real-time communication during an emergency. For student information, visit the Fall 2020 website. For faculty, staff, and general information, visit the Return to Campus website.

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

UVU Reports No Damage from March 18 Earthquake

An earthquake was felt in Utah just after 7 a.m. this morning. The earthquake measured at a magnitude of 5.7, according to Utah’s geological society. Utah Valley University Police and facility staff immediately began a survey of campus. No damage has been reported at this time. We will inform the UVU community of any additional information as needed.

Monday, February 3, 2020

UVU Alert, Feb. 3, 2020, at 7:00 p.m.

Dear UVU family,

I want to express my gratitude for your patience today during the winter storm that impacted much of the state. I’ve heard and read your comments, and I recognize that some of you experienced frustration. We acknowledge that each person’s situation is different and can be challenging as the University makes decisions. As another storm approaches, I would like to clarify the process by which decisions related to campus closures are reached. I assure you that such decisions are made with great care, considering many factors, and not taken lightly. The safety of all Wolverines is of the utmost importance.

UVU works in partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS) to determine specific conditions impacting the state and specifically Utah, Salt Lake, and Wasatch counties. We have been in contact with NWS multiple times in the past 24 hours, reviewing the projections for our campuses and surrounding areas. Our 5 a.m. call with the NWS showed minimal snowfall for the Orem and Provo communities and clear roadways around all our campuses. It was determined at that time to keep UVU open. We understand that many of our students and employees commute to our campuses, and we asked that you use your best judgment and take the necessary precautions to stay safe. I asked the faculty and administrators to work with their students and employees who chose to stay home today.

Our procedures have been to notify students, faculty, staff, and the community if the campus is closed. The University has not historically closed because of snow in other cities. As you know, Utah weather can be unpredictable with its unusual lake effect and microclimates. This is why we communicate and monitor the NWS, Utah Highway Patrol, Utah Transit Authority, school districts, and other organizations to make the best decision for the whole of our institution. In the spirit of exceptional care and accountability, my Cabinet and I continue to evaluate our actions and protocols to ensure they are in the best interest of our UVU community. We will continue to do our best to communicate decisions in a timely manner as we encounter future inclement weather.  

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Sincerely,

President Astrid S. Tuminez