University Operational Status

Welcome to NSUalert.com.  This website exists to display the university operational status regarding inclement weather and other emergencies. 

Inclement weather closing information may be obtained from SpartanLine 823-2600, the University Switchboard 823-8600, and WNSB 91.1 FM. Schedules closings are listed on the NSU Events Calendar

 Inclement Weather Alert

 Campus Announcement

 Due to Tropical Storm Hanna, which is expected to bring rain and high winds, classes and student activities will be cancelled for Saturday, September 6. Residential students should remain in their residence halls during the storm. Secure all valuables, ensure that all windows are closed and locked. Backup all computer data, cover books, files and other important paper documents.

 Be reminded that students living in the residence halls should remain inside during the storm. Dining Services will deliver meals to the residence halls on Saturday and Sunday. Delivery times will be available from each residence hall coordinator.

 For NSU employees, before leaving work on Friday, September 5 please ensure that you have:

o    Covered your electronic equipment

o    Backed up all data

o    Covered books and paper documents

o    Secured valuables

o    Ensured surge protectors are operational

Monitor local television, radio stations and the NSU website for official NSU information.

For further updates over the weekend, call the Emergency Operations Center at 757-823-8102.

Inclement Weather Alert

Computer models from the National Weather Service show that Tropical Storm Hanna is shifting and has the potential to cross over the Hampton Roads region Saturday afternoon or early Sunday. Norfolk State University faculty, staff and students are reminded that any delays or closings will be announced through our NSU Alerts emergency messaging system, the NSU web site, e-mail, and local media outlets.

University officials are monitoring the storm and will announce any closings or delays as appropriate.  Please regularly check www.nsu.edu for updates. 

Student Affairs, Facilities Management, the NSU Police Department and other university officials are making preparations to secure the residence halls and other buildings on campus.  

Continue to check the website for updates and additional information.

If severe weather threatens operations at Norfolk State University, you will receive messages via Send Word Now – our emergency messaging system. You should also monitor the following television and radio stations for official NSU information:

1     WTKR News Channel 3

2     WVEC Channel 13

3     WAVY Channel 10

4     LNC Channel 5

5     WVBT Fox 43

6     WNSB 91.1 FM

7     WNSU-TV Channel 47

NSU closing information may also be posted on the following:

1     Website bulletin board (www.nsu.edu)

2     Spartan E-Daily

3     University’s switchboard voice mail (823-8600)

4     Message marquee on Brambleton and Park Avenues and,

5     SpartanLine – NSU’s automated telephone information system (823-2600)

Student Survival Tips

Check out the tips below:

1     Don’t wait until the hurricane threatens the area to make personal plans

2     Put together a Disaster Supply Kit that includes a first aid kit and essential medications, water, battery operated radio, flashlight with extra batteries, clothing, canned food and can opener, and bedding or sleeping bags.

3     Identify ahead of time where you could go if you were told to evacuate the campus (i.e. your home, a friend’s home in another town)

4     Listen to local television or radio stations for evacuation instructions.

 
In the event that you are unable to access television or telephone information and are unaware to what to do during an emergency, your supervisor, Vice President or other university official will provide instructions for securing the workplace or about campus closings.

For more information about hurricanes and how to prepare for them, please call the Norfolk State University Police Department at 823-8102.