The College of Charleston Emergency Management team continues to monitor weather conditions from the National Weather Service (NWS). Detailed winter weather forecasts can be found on the NWS website.
Impacts include:
- Online learning for students on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.
- Campus operations to resume at noon on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.
Employee Impacts
College business operations will be delayed until noon on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. Where possible, employees will work remotely until noon, and campus support operations will be conducted remotely until that time. Employees should work with their supervisors on their work schedules for tomorrow. Remote work time directed by the College due to hazardous weather delay is not to be reported on the daily remote work tracking log.
Essential services such as Public Safety and Facilities Management will remain operational for the duration of the weather event.
Student Impacts
The College of Charleston will move to an online instruction model for all classes on Monday, Feb. 2, to maintain academic progress. Faculty will update students regarding instructional plans for individual classes on OAKS.
Saturday, Feb. 7, is designated as a Storm Day Makeup. All students with labs, performance and studio and PE courses will be provided instruction from their professors via OAKS.
Dining Services Impacts
Residence hall operations and necessary support services will remain during the winter weather event. Residence halls will stay open, and dining operations will continue with modified hours. Check the Charleston Culinary Group website for any updates to locations and hours.
Library
Addlestone Library is now open as of noon today. Any changes to this schedule will be made via the library’s website and social media.
Other Campus Events
For any changes to scheduled recreational events, please check the Campus Recreation page.
The George Street Fitness Center and Johnson and Silcox Center hours are posted on the facilities’ webpage.
Safety Tips
The Facilities Management team will continue to keep campus prepared for weather impacts. Please keep clear of crews and equipment as they work to maintain a safe environment.
Anyone walking around campus should be extremely careful due to slippery sidewalks and the potential for snow and ice to fall from buildings. The College’s Facilities personnel are doing their best to improve these conditions but cannot totally eliminate the associated risks. Those traversing campus do so at their own risk.
Roads
Although snowfall has ceased, the condition of many roadways remains challenging. Residents and employees are urged to proceed with extreme caution when traveling.
CARTA
CARTA resumed bus services today at 1 p.m., and will continue to assess conditions into the night to determine any further operational impacts. Visit the CARTA website for more information.
Cold Weather Tips
If you go outdoors:
- Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent. Wear a hat and mittens, which are warmer than gloves.
- Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.
- If traveling in a vehicle, consider taking a blanket, extra coat and boots in the event your vehicle becomes disabled.
- Make certain cell phone batteries are fully charged.
- Watch for patches of ice when walking and driving. Remember, bridges have a tendency to freeze before roadways.
On campus:
- Anyone walking around campus should be extremely careful due to slippery sidewalks and the potential for snow and ice to fall from buildings.
- Report leaking or ruptured pipes and other building issues on campus to Facilities Management using the Facilities Work Orders tile in MyPortal.
- For campus emergencies, contact College of Charleston Public Safety Department by calling 911. For non-emergencies, contact Public Safety at 843.953.5609.
If you live off campus:
- Ensure doors and windows are closed to prevent cold air from entering buildings and reaching water lines.
- Keep thermostats at a reasonable temperature and avoid any setting below 60 degrees.
- Open cabinet doors below sinks to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
- Protect water pipes by allowing faucets to drip slowly.
- Bring pets inside.
Facilities Support
Cold temperatures can impact our buildings. Report leaking or ruptured pipes and other building issues on campus to Facilities Management using the Facilities Work Orders tile in MyPortal. For campus emergencies, contact the College of Charleston Public Safety Department by calling 911. For non-emergencies, contact Public Safety at 843.953.5609.
Sincerely,
CofC Emergency Management Team