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Winter Storm Warning & Campus Safety Guide 

Dates: Sunday, Feb. 22 - Monday, Feb. 23

Severe winter weather can impact campus operations, classes, and student safety. This page provides the latest updates on closures, delays, and advisories. Check back frequently for real-time information and follow these tips to stay safe both on and off campus. 

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Winter Storm – Posted Feb. 23

The National Weather Service (NWS) Winter Storm Warning for Dutchess County remains in effect until Monday, February 23, at 7 p.m. Please continue to exercise caution during outdoor activities and avoid unnecessary travel to allow snow removal crews time to fully clear roads and walkways.

 

Important Notice

Marist returns to normal operations on Tuesday, February 24.

Parking Lot Closures

The following lots remain closed until Tuesday to support snow removal operations:

  • Donnelly
  • Dyson
  • Foy
  • Fontaine
  • Midrise
  • McCann (south side)
  • East / West Beck
  • 51 Fulton Street

 

Classes

All day and evening classes scheduled for Monday remain cancelled. 

All day and evening classes resume at their regularly schedules times on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Dining Services

The Main Dining Hall at the Murray Student Center is open until 8:30 p.m. Monday. 

Yella’s North End Dining is open Monday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Dining services resume at its regularly scheduled hours and locations on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Library Hours

The Cannavino Library remains closed on Monday. 

The Cannavino Library reopens at its regularly schedule hours on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Athletic Facilities

The McCann Fitness Center and McCormick Fitness Center remains closed on Monday. 

The McCann Fitness Center and McCormick Fitness Center reopen at its regularly schedule hours on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Student Activities

All student and club activities scheduled for Monday remain cancelled.

All student and club activities resume as scheduled on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Campus Offices and Services

Campus offices will continue to be closed Monday except for essential staff. 

Campus offices reopen at their regularly schedule hours on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Campus Shuttles

Campus shuttle services remain suspended for Monday.

Campus shuttle services resume at its regularly scheduled routes and times on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

 

Snow shovels are available to checkout at Campus Safety for snow removal around vehicles.

 

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Inclement Weather

Winter Storm Warning & Campus Safety Guide 

Severe winter weather can impact campus operations, classes, and student safety. This page provides the latest updates on closures, delays, and advisories. During inclement weather, check back frequently for real-time information and follow these tips to stay safe both on and off campus.

 

Sign Up for Inclement Weather Alerts

 

In the event of inclement weather, Marist will make every effort to notify students, faculty, and staff of any delays or closures by 6 a.m. Official communications will be shared via email, the MaristSafe app, on this website, and the Inclement Weather Line at (845) 575-5500. 

To receive timely push notifications about weather alerts, please download the MaristSafe app, which complements the MaristAlert system. 

If the campus remains open during inclement weather, students and employees should use their best judgment when deciding whether to travel. Employees should inform their supervisor if they plan to be late or absent and indicate any use of leave credits. Commuter students should notify their instructors directly. 

Students are encouraged to consult the syllabus, course Brightspace page, and email communication from their instructors.
 

  • Prepare for the storm: Stock up on food, medications, and personal essentials.
  • Limit travel & stay indoors: Only go outside for essential trips, such as dining. Use caution on icy sidewalks and avoid tree limbs or power lines. 
  • Monitor campus communications: Check your Marist email, MaristAlert messages, the Inclement Weather Line at (845) 575-5500, and this website for the latest updates. 

Resident Student Safety Tips

  • Prepare for the storm: Stock up on food, medications, and personal essentials before Sunday. 
  • Limit travel & stay indoors: Only go outside for essential trips, such as dining. Use caution on icy sidewalks and avoid tree limbs or power lines. 
  • Monitor campus communications: Check your Marist email, MaristAlert messages, the Inclement Weather Line at (845) 575-5500, and this website for the latest updates. 

 

Student Support Services

  • Campus Safety Non-Emergency Phone Line: (845) 575-3333
  • Campus Safety Emergency Phone Line: (845) 575-5555
  • Counseling Services: (845) 575-3314, press 1 

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