WSU will communicate all delays and closures via Code Purple. 

Current students, faculty, and staff will receive a text message and phone call via Weber State University’s emergency notification system, Code Purple. Notifications will clearly explain whether the delay/closure pertains to daytime or evening classes/activities, along with the time they are expected to resume.

The same Code Purple notification will be posted as a pop-up alert on the weber.edu homepage, along with key WSU social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Threads, and Facebook).

WSU will communicate by approximately 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. 

For daytime classes/activities, the university will communicate with employees and students around or shortly after 6 a.m. For evening classes/activities, a notification will be sent by 2 p.m. 

WSU will reassure you when campuses are open. 

Sometimes the university will remain open when it’s snowing because snow removal teams in Facilities Management have cleared the roads, parking lots, and walkways. 

Coming soon to weber.edu: If it’s snowing and you’re still curious whether campus is open — or if you believe you missed a delay/closure notification via Code Purple — visit any weber.edu webpage, where “Weather Status” will be added to the header menu. This will clearly indicate that WSU is open, closed, or if classes/activities are delayed. Weather Status is expected to be live in the coming weeks, and it will remain on the website throughout the winter months.

Helpful reminders:

• Whenever there’s a delay or closure, it applies to ALL in-person classes, events, and activities at ALL Weber State campuses and centers. However, delays and closures do not apply to online classes — those should continue as scheduled.
   
• Expect campus to be open unless you receive notification via Code Purple. For reassurance, check “Weather Status” on the top menu of weber.edu.
   
• Use your best judgment and take extra safety precautions during wintry conditions.
   
• When deciding whether to delay or close the university, factors like weather reports, the rate of snowfall, road conditions, local school district responses, and the ability to keep up with snow removal are all considered.
   
• Students — Check your syllabus to learn what your professors plan to do when campus closes. If you’re unsure, ask professors about changes to class schedules or assignments.
   
• Faculty — Inform students about any changes to class expectations or assignments. Online and virtual classes should continue as normal. 
   
• Staff and student employees — On especially snowy days, check with your supervisor to discuss remote work options, or to reschedule meetings and other events.