Inclement Weather Policy at Northwestern Michigan College

Note: www.nmc.edu/students/class-cancellations.html lists campus-wide cancellations and academic class cancellations. It does not cover individual EES and UC class cancellations.

NMC Policies

• Inclement Weather, D-506.03 (.pdf)
• University Center Inclement Weather Policy

Definition of Terms

Inclement weather — The condition in this region which typically means excessive snow and/or ice which makes driving less safe. It could also refer to other hazardous conditions, such as tornado or severe thunderstorm forecasts.

The college has delayed opening — Only personnel providing essential services before the specified opening time will be asked to report to campus or may be called in. Staff should report to work one-half hour before the designated opening time. Students should report to class at the designated opening time. If a student’s class begins before the designated opening time that class would be canceled unless one-hour of instruction remains after the designated opening time.

The college is closed — Only personnel providing essential services that day will be asked to report to campus or may be called in.

The college is open — Decisions to attend school are the responsibility of each individual student and staff member. Students are advised to inform their instructors of a decision to miss class by telephoning their instructor.

The Vice President for Educational Services, in conjunction with the appropriate faculty and staff, will be responsible for the development and publication of any procedures or guidelines that may be necessary to administer this policy effectively.

www.nmc.edu/students/class-cancellations.html
lists campus-wide cancellations and academic class cancellations.
It does not cover individual EES and UC class cancellations.