Inclement Weather Notice

Due to the forecasted severe winter weather conditions, all University Shelby County locations and the Lambuth Campus will shift to modified campus operations — including remote classes and work for students, faculty and staff — effective at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, through Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Online Course Delivery

In-person course delivery will shift to online/remote learning beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, through Wednesday, Feb. 19, with the possibility of a few limited exceptions. Faculty will deliver courses that were scheduled for in-person instruction through synchronous online delivery when feasible. Online courses will proceed as originally scheduled.

Faculty will make reasonable accommodations for any disruption of technology or access to course materials that may be required by students during this period. Reasonable accommodations should include asynchronous online access. Faculty will communicate directly with students regarding any specific instructions or adjustments to coursework.

Any exceptions for in-person delivery of courses must be approved by the responsible College/School Dean or equivalent academic unit administrator with concurrence by the Provost during this period of modified campus operations.

Employee Expectations

All employees are expected to work remotely where applicable. Employees whose functions cannot be performed remotely or encounter difficulties working remotely should consult their supervisor. Employees are encouraged to visit the Modified Campus Operations & Emergency Closing Information webpage for more information on University modified operations and/or closures.

Campus Events

Campus activities and events at all University of Memphis Shelby County locations and the Lambuth Campus in Jackson are canceled or postponed beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, through Wednesday, Feb. 19, with the exception of the women’s basketball game against UAB. The game is scheduled to proceed as planned on Wednesday evening.

Crucial Services

Crucial services — including campus police, limited physical plant operations and other services for residence hall students — will be available onsite. Dining options will be accessible at the Tiger Den in Jones Hall 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

For the latest information, please check your email, local media sources or the University website. Should there be a need for further cancellation, it will be communicated through those outlets.

Please take appropriate precautions and stay safe.