Updates

UPDATE: Wheaton and Hurricane Sandy (Monday, 11:15 a.m.) October 29, 2012 Michael Graca

The Wheaton campus is currently experiencing early effects of Hurricane Sandy, but the campus continues to have full electrical power, provide essential services to students and has not sustained any significant storm damage.

The Wheaton campus is currently experiencing early effects of Hurricane Sandy, but the campus continues to have full electrical power, provide essential services to students and has not sustained any significant storm damage.

The college is in regular contact with local public safety officials and the utility company, National Grid, to coordinate response to the storm.

For safety, students should stay indoors as much as possible, and we urge all members of the campus community to exercise caution when moving across campus to avoid falling debris and other unsafe conditions. [Please note addition: the fitness center is closed today and the library will close at noon.]

In addition, students should plan to keep cell phones and other mobile devices charged. In the event of a power outage, the college will use the emergency notification system to communicate via text and voicemail message as well as through the residential life staff and its online channels.

The latest weather conditions and forecast information for Wheaton can be found from the college homepage and directly from the National Weather Service.

More information on college operations, including the resumption of classes, will be shared by early evening. Please check the college web site for further updates.
Classes canceled for Monday, Oct. 29 October 28, 2012 Michael Graca

Classes have been canceled for Monday, Oct. 29, due to the impending storm. Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick has declared a state of emergency and late this afternoon, he asked all schools and colleges in the Commonwealth to close tomorrow. While classes will not be held, the college will continue all essential services, such as the [...]

Classes have been canceled for Monday, Oct. 29, due to the impending storm. Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick has declared a state of emergency and late this afternoon, he asked all schools and colleges in the Commonwealth to close tomorrow. While classes will not be held, the college will continue all essential services, such as the dining halls.

All non-essential personnel should not report for work. In departments that provide essential services, supervisors are responsible for coordinating schedules so that services continue.

Wheaton does not anticipate any further disruptions in campus services, but college staff will continue to closely monitor the circumstances and will implement appropriate contingency plans, should they prove necessary.

In preparation for the storm, we ask that students make sure that all windows in dorms are kept closed, that you have stocked up on any prescribed medications that you may require, keep cell phones and other mobile devices charged and, once the storm arrives, that you stay indoors.

Students with medical conditions who would require assistance if dorms are evacuated should notify residential life staff or your RA or AC so that they will be able to assist you as soon as possible.

Once the storm arrives, we suggest that you stay indoors. During any storm, we urge you to exercise caution to avoid falling debris and other unsafe conditions.

Public safety officials and other staff members will be in regular contact with Norton emergency officials as well as with the National Weather Service for updates on the hurricane. And we will keep the campus updated and informed as details unfold, via email, the emergency alert system, the Wheaton web site, Facebook and Twitter.

We encourage all students, faculty and staff to remain attentive to our website for updates. We want everyone to be safe.

If there are any problems or safety issues, please contact Public Safety at 508-286-8213 or 508-285-5051.
Sunday morning update on Hurricane Sandy Bill Dennen

Wheaton College officials have made necessary emergency preparations and are continuing to monitor forecasts for Hurricane Sandy. At this time, we have decided to keep the campus open and we will hold classes on Monday. Faculty and staff should refer to the college weather policy regarding reporting for work on campus. http://wheatoncollege.edu/hr/2012/09/07/inclement-weather-policy/ If you worry for [...]

Wheaton College officials have made necessary emergency preparations and are continuing to monitor forecasts for Hurricane Sandy. At this time, we have decided to keep the campus open and we will hold classes on Monday.

Faculty and staff should refer to the college weather policy regarding reporting for work on campus.

http://wheatoncollege.edu/hr/2012/09/07/inclement-weather-policy/

If you worry for your own safety or cannot get to campus, it is your responsibility to notify your supervisor and to cancel your classes.

In preparation for the storm, we ask that students make sure that all windows in dorms are kept closed, and that you have stocked up on any prescribed medications that you may require.

Students with medical conditions who would require assistance if dorms are evacuated should notify residential life staff or your RA or AC, so that they will be able to assist you as soon as possible.

Once the storm arrives, we suggest that you stay indoors. During any storm, we urge you to exercise caution to avoid falling debris and other unsafe conditions.

Public safety officials and other staff members will be in regular contact with Norton emergency officials as well as with the National Weather Service for updates on the hurricane. And we will keep the campus updated and informed as details unfold. Check Wheaton’s homepage to get the most up to date information:

http://wheatoncollege.edu/
http://wheatoncollege.edu/emergency/

We encourage all students, faculty and staff to remain attentive to our website for updates. We want everyone to be safe.

If there are any problems or safety issues, please contact Public Safety at 508-286-8213 or 508-285-5051.

Thank you.
Weather Alert: Saturday afternoon update October 27, 2012 Bill Dennen

College staff continue to prepare the campus for a storm that forecasters predict will bring heavy wind and rain our way beginning late Sunday night. Our efforts include checking all emergency systems, preparing generators to power vital services in the event of a power outage, and keeping staff informed about plans for the campus. The [...]

College staff continue to prepare the campus for a storm that forecasters predict will bring heavy wind and rain our way beginning late Sunday night. Our efforts include checking all emergency systems, preparing generators to power vital services in the event of a power outage, and keeping staff informed about plans for the campus. The safety of our students and employees is our most significant concern. We are paying close attention to the storm's path and estimates of rain and wind, and will continue to update this site with pertinent campus announcements.
Weather Alert: Preparing for Hurricane Sandy October 26, 2012 Bill Dennen

Dear students, faculty and staff: Forecasters have yet to confirm the exact path of Hurricane Sandy, however, they are predicting that New England will be affected by heavy rain and high winds. The weather could turn severe as early as Monday, with the primary impact on Tuesday, according to National Weather Service officials. Wheaton staff [...]
Dear students, faculty and staff:

Forecasters have yet to confirm the exact path of Hurricane Sandy, however, they are predicting that New England will be affected by heavy rain and high winds. The weather could turn severe as early as Monday, with the primary impact on Tuesday, according to National Weather Service officials.

Wheaton staff members are already making preparations in order to keep the campus community safe.

Public safety officials and other staff members will be in regular contact with Norton emergency officials as well as with the National Weather Service for updates on the hurricane. And we will keep the campus updated and informed as details unfold. Check Wheaton’s homepage to get the most up to date information:
- http://wheatoncollege.edu/
- http://wheatoncollege.edu/emergency/
In preparation for the storm, we ask that students make sure that all windows in dorms are kept closed, that you have stocked up on any prescribed medications that you may require, and, once the storm arrives, that you stay indoors.

Students with medical conditions who would require assistance if dorms are evacuated should notify residential life staff or your RA or AC so that they will be able to assist you as soon as possible.

Your safety is our utmost concern, so please use precautions during the inclement weather.

If there are any problems or safety issues, please contact Public Safety at 508-286-8213 or 508-285-5051.

Thank you.