School of Law update 4:38 p.m. on 1/30/26

As a follow up to the university’s latest UPDATE TO THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY AS OF 2 PM, FRIDAY, JAN. 30, please note that while the Alexander Campbell King Law Library is currently planning to remain open over the weekend, services and hours have the potential to be affected by weather and road conditions.  

Any students experiencing an emergency situation during the anticipated weather event should reach out to Director Tickles. 

Please be careful over the coming days. Make sure your devices are charged, stay in touch with your friends and family, and stay safe!    

Additional reminders:

  • Your primary source for emergency news and information relating to the University of Georgia can be found on official UGA channels, including ArchNews (check your uga.edu email account), emergency.uga.edu and UGA’s X (@universityofga).
  • As information emerges from official UGA communications, the law school will update its own news page and social media platforms based on that information.
  • As necessary, the law school will send separate emails to students, staff and faculty regarding law-school-specific impacts of any university-wide decisions. We will also utilize ugaLAWalert for texting law-school-specific messaging updates (see next bullet).
  • School of Law faculty, staff and students are invited to sign up for a one-way texting notification system by following these instructions: Text “ugaLAWalert” to 877-804-2955. Please note that you must choose to opt in to this service, and you can opt out at any time. Please remember this texting feature does NOT take the place of our uga.edu email address that serves as the primary form of emergency notification. 
  • In summary, the law school generally follows UGA’s lead when it comes to inclement weather and other crises. Please rely on UGA sources first, knowing the law school will supplement those as needed.

 

UGA Message 2:12 p.m. on 1/30/26

As we reported earlier to the University of Georgia campus community, we are continuing to monitor the potential development of snow and bitter temperatures that could last throughout the weekend. 

While the risk of widespread power outages is reduced due to the forecast calling for snow and not freezing ice, the persistence of sub-freezing temperatures could cause pipes to burst and create challenging conditions for travel. We will continue to monitor throughout the weekend and will make a decision regarding Monday classes by late Sunday afternoon.

Faculty members are encouraged to begin preparing now for the possibility that classes might not be in-person for part or all of the day on Monday. In that scenario, faculty are expected to ensure continuity of instruction through alternative means such as online lectures (which may be asynchronous), readings, assignments, or other instructional activities, which are clearly communicated to students. However, because each student’s individual circumstances may vary, including related to power/internet challenges, the flexibility of supervisors and instructors would be greatly appreciated in this situation. 

Residence halls will remain open. Campus dining halls and Campus Transit are planning to offer regular weekend service but are likely to modify hours as conditions warrant. Please check here for updates on Saturday and Sunday:

At this point, non-essential facilities such as the Tate Student Center, Ramsey Center for Student Activities, and University Libraries (Main Library, Miller Learning Center and Science Library) - including the Alexander Campbell King Library - also plan to be open for normal hours this weekend but are likely to modify hours as conditions warrant. Any status changes will be posted at the following sites:

There are several sports events on campus this weekend. For more information on UGA Athletic events, please check GeorgiaDogs.com or follow @UGAAthletics on social media. 

In addition, the Performing Arts Center has its 30th anniversary gala and Yo-Yo Ma concert scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 1. Please check pac.uga.edu for any change in status of that event. 

If the campus is closed or moves to an alternative learning model, only essential personnel—employees who have been identified by their department or unit as critical to the maintenance and operations of the University, particularly providing essential support to students—are expected to report to work unless conditions prevent safe travel.

Please continue to check emergency.uga.edu or UGA’s social media accounts, including UGA’s X (@universityofga), for comprehensive updates and other safety information.

Faculty, staff and students at UGA’s extended campuses should follow local directions specific to their locations. 

As we prepare for yet another weekend of wintry weather, please see the information below to help keep you safe:


UGA Message 8:57 a.m. on 1/30/26

The University of Georgia is carefully monitoring the forecast surrounding a potential winter storm expected to bring snow and extreme cold to Athens this weekend, and the safety of the university community is our top priority.

The Office of Emergency Preparedness remains in close contact with local, state and federal agencies regarding potential impacts from the winter storm. While no decisions to alter operations at the Athens campus have currently been made, our office is coordinating with other UGA units to help ensure the safety of our campus. Additional updates to the campus community will be made as warranted. 

Any decision to alter operations at extended campuses will be made and communicated by those campus administrators to the appropriate students, faculty and staff.

As a reminder, any announcements regarding UGA’s response, including schedule changes, cancellations and campus closures, will be made through official UGA channels, including ArchNews, emergency.uga.edu and UGA’s X (@universityofga).

Additional resources to help keep yourself safe in inclement weather:

Please continue to follow UGA’s social media accounts, check your UGA email regularly and monitor emergency.uga.edu for updates.

 

Temporary Deck Rooftop Closures Due to Winter Weather

Due to the potential for another round of ice and snow this weekend, Transportation and Parking Services will be temporarily closing the rooftop levels of select parking decks as a safety precaution.

Ice accumulation on open deck rooftops creates extremely hazardous conditions, including vehicles sliding, limited braking ability, and unsafe driving and walking conditions. Closing rooftop levels helps protect both vehicles and individuals during severe winter weather.

Rooftop parking will be closed beginning Friday evening in the following decks:

  • E04- East Campus Deck
  • E05- East Campus Village (ECV)
  • E20- Performing Arts Center Deck
  • E21- Intramural Deck
  • N06- North Deck
  • S11- South Deck
  • S15- Carlton Street Deck
  • W05- Hull Street Deck
  • W09- West Deck
  • W18- West Deck II 

If you currently park on the rooftop of one of these decks, please relocate your vehicle to a lower level by Friday at 10:00pm. Rooftop access will remain blocked until conditions improve and it is safe to reopen.

We appreciate your cooperation as we take proactive steps to keep campus parking areas as safe as possible during this weather event. Additional updates will be shared as conditions evolve.

Thank you for your understanding.

 

UGA reminders:

As a reminder, any announcements regarding UGA’s response, including schedule changes, cancellations and campus closures, will be made through official UGA channels, including ArchNews, emergency.uga.edu and UGA’s X (@universityofga).

Additional resources to help keep yourself safe in inclement weather:

Please continue to follow UGA’s social media accounts, check your UGA email regularly and monitor emergency.uga.edu for updates.

 

School of Law reminders:

The safety of the School of Law community is always our #1 priority, and the law school's standing crisis response team remains in frequent communication regarding potential inclement weather events and the effects they may have on law school operations and on those in our community who are living in and/or traveling through the weather’s path.

In these situations, please remember:

  • Your primary source for emergency news and information relating to the University of Georgia can be found on official UGA channels, including ArchNews (check your uga.edu email account), emergency.uga.edu and UGA’s X (@universityofga).
  • As information emerges from official UGA communications, the law school will update its own news page and social media platforms based on that information.
  • As necessary, the law school will send separate emails to students, staff and faculty regarding law-school-specific impacts of any university-wide decisions. We will also utilize ugaLAWalert for texting law-school-specific messaging updates (see next bullet).
  • School of Law faculty, staff and students are invited to sign up for a one-way texting notification system by following these instructions: Text “ugaLAWalert” to 877-804-2955. Please note that you must choose to opt in to this service, and you can opt out at any time. Please remember this texting feature does NOT take the place of our uga.edu email address that serves as the primary form of emergency notification. 
  • In summary, the law school generally follows UGA’s lead when it comes to inclement weather and other crises. Please rely on UGA sources first, knowing the law school will supplement those as needed.