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January 25, 2026, 5 p.m.

SALISBURY,  MD---To allow time to ensure the campus is thoroughly cleared following today’s weather, Salisbury University will be closed on Monday, January 26. All on-campus operations and activities are canceled.

Only employees designated as essential, emergency, or operationally critical, and who have been directed by their supervisor, should work on January 26. All other employees should not report to work.

As previously announced, classes will be held virtually from January 26-30. Students should check their SU email accounts for instructions from their faculty if they have not already done so.

To support continuity of operations and the first day of the spring semester, some employees who are not traditionally designated as essential may be identified as operationally critical and directed to work remotely on January 26. Employees should not self-determine work expectations. Supervisors will contact affected employees directly regarding reporting or remote-work expectations.

All employees should watch for a follow-up email from Human Resources with instructions regarding time entry for the day.

For the latest information on any weather-related disruptions, please visit the SU website.

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January 24, 2026, 8 p.m.

SALISBURY, MD---Due to expected inclement weather, Salisbury University will be closed Sunday, January 25. All campus activities have been canceled. Only essential personnel should report.

Employees originally scheduled to work on Sunday should watch for an email from Human Resources regarding time entry for the day.

SU continues to monitor this weekend’s snowstorm and will make a determination Sunday regarding campus operations for Monday, January 26. Classes will remain virtual January 26-30, as previously announced.

For the latest information on any weather-related disruptions, please visit the SU website.

Visit the website and the for up-to-date weather reports.

 

January 23, 2026, 6:15 p.m.

SALISBURY, MD---The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter storm warning for Wicomico County and surrounding areas from 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, until 7 p.m. Sunday, January 25. A state of emergency has been declared in Maryland to make resources available in advance of the pending storm.

Forecast

The NWS currently is forecasting snowfall of 4-8 inches in the region beginning Saturday evening, transitioning to rain by Sunday afternoon. Expected freezing rain and ice on Sunday evening may increase the chance of extended, widespread power outages. Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing throughout much of the following week.

Classes and Move-In

In anticipation of inclement weather, SU has made the decision to begin the spring semester virtually the week of January 26-30. Classes will be held virtually during that time, returning to in-person instruction on Monday, February 2, weather permitting. Move-in for residential campus students, originally scheduled Saturday-Sunday, January 24-25, has been postponed. Students should check their email for more information.

Campus Operations

To allow parking lots to be plowed, those currently parked on campus are asked to move their vehicles off campus, or to the Wayne Street Garage, by 8 p.m. Saturday.

As the storm develops, the University will make a decision about campus operations by Sunday, including closure, modified operations, or liberal leave. Those who are approved for remote work and have their SU laptops or devices with them should log in from home this weekend to confirm system access and functionality. This is a precautionary measure only at this time, pending the operational status of campus on Monday.

Safety Measures

Once the snowfall begins, roads throughout the region are expected to become extremely treacherous. Snow and ice removal may not occur immediately in all areas, and backroads may remain impassable for several days. SU and greater community members are encouraged to limit travel when possible and to ensure they have adequate food and water on hand. Essential and critical employees who are required to report to campus should prioritize safety and contact their supervisor if they encounter any issues.

Flashlights, a battery-powered radio (or hand-cranked emergency weather radio), extra batteries, and warm clothes and blankets are recommended in the event of power outages. Individuals also should keep cell phones and any external power sources charged, as outages typically occur without warning.

The Governor’s Office also has to help keep individuals safe during and following the storm.

For the latest information on any weather-related disruptions, please visit the SU website.

Visit the website and the for up-to-date weather reports.

 

January 21, 2026, 4:45 p.m.

SALISBURY, MD---Based on the potential for a significant snow storm in the area this weekend, Salisbury University has made the decision to begin the spring semester virtually on Monday, January 26.

Virtual Classes

In-person classes will pivot to virtual modalities through Friday, January 30. Students should check their SU email for communications from faculty regarding expectations during that time. In-person instruction will resume on Monday, February 2.

Move-in for on-campus residential students also will be delayed:

Move-In for New Students

New Student January Orientation will take place virtually on Saturday, January 24. New residential students will need to move into residence halls no later than 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 31. Details on when new students can begin moving in, as well as additional information, will be sent to new students' SU and non-SU email accounts.

Move-In for Returning Students

A move-in schedule for returning students will be posted by Tuesday, January 27, once the storm moves through the region. It will be important for students to watch their SU email for a new move-in date announcement. For students currently on campus, as well as international students whose travel arrangements cannot be changed, housing and limited dining will be made available.

Please watch the SU website for any additional weather-related announcements.