Category Archives: Cougar Alert

Cougar Alert Test

By | October 26, 2022

This is a test of the COUGAR ALERT emergency notification system. If this had been an actual emergency, you would have received specific instructions and been directed to the College of Charleston’s emergency website at emergency.cofc.edu for information. This is also a good time to review safety procedures.  For information concerning campus crimes, go to… Read More »

Cougar Alert: CofC will Resume Normal Operations on Oct. 1

By | September 30, 2022

Dear Campus Community,  The worst of the weather impacts from Hurricane Ian have moved past the Charleston region. However, certain areas of our campus and surrounding community remain flooded and have damage from today’s weather. Please use caution when moving about.  Campus will resume normal operations at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday October 1. This includes… Read More »

COUGAR ALERT: Hurricane Warning Issued for Charleston County

By | September 29, 2022

Dear Campus Community, The College of Charleston Emergency Management Team continues to monitor Tropical Storm Ian and work with state and local partners regarding its possible impact to the Charleston area and our campus. The National Weather Service has issued a Hurricane Warning for Charleston County. A Hurricane Warning means hurricane-force winds are expected within… Read More »

COUGAR ALERT: College to Cancel In-Person Classes, Close Business Operations for Sept. 29 & 30

By | September 28, 2022

Dear Campus Community, Due to the expected impacts from Hurricane Ian, the College of Charleston is canceling in-person instruction for both Thursday, Sept. 29, and Friday, Sept. 30; faculty will update students regarding instructional plans for individual classes.   Business operations for the College will be closed for Thursday, Sept. 29, and Friday, Sept. 30.… Read More »

Cougar Alert: Campus to Close at 2 p.m. Friday (1/21) Due to Winter Storm

By | January 20, 2022

Dear Campus Community,  The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for portions of southeast South Carolina, including the Charleston region, that will remain in effect from Friday afternoon (1/21) through Saturday morning (1/22).  Following the lead of Charleston County government, which will close at 2 p.m., Friday (1/21), the College is making… Read More »