General Information
University leaders are monitoring the weather and any decisions about university operations, including class schedules, will communicated from VU Public Safety (info@vupublicsafety.com) directly with community members.
January 23–25 Weekend Events
Updates related to campus operations and this weekend’s events will be shared through official university channels. Event updates will be provided by event organizers, and you may also reach out to them directly if you have questions.
- MLK Joint Day of Service has been postponed.
- Study Abroad Fair has been postponed.
- Lambda's 31st Anniversary Drag Show has been rescheduled to Feb. 8.
Student Services Updates
Last updated: January 25, 2026 at 5:36 p.m.
Campus Dining
Dining locations and hours may be limited this weekend. You are encouraged to plan ahead and check the Campus Dining Special Hours page and sign up for DiningNews text alerts by texting DiningNews to 55744.
The following locations will be open on Sunday, January 25 and Monday, January, 26:
Commons:
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Rand:
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Highland Market:
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Kissam Market:
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Common Grounds:
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Allergen Meals:
Available for pickup only from 8am-4pm at Kissam.
All other dining locations and VandyCart will be closed on Sunday and Monday.
Visit the Campus Dining website
Follow Campus Dining on Instagram
Campus Residents
Please ensure your room windows are closed and latched. Do not open windows if your room overheats, as this may result in broken pipes or other facilities damage. Submit a ReADY Request if you experience heating issues. For emergency or after-hours facilities concerns, call 615-343-9675.
Review the message from Housing to Campus Residents on Jan. 22
Facilities
Facilities Staff have treated campus sidewalks and roadways; however, limbs and debris are currently falling faster than they can be cleared. Because conditions remain hazardous, students, faculty, staff, and community members are strongly advised to navigate campus only if absolutely necessary. Snow removal and ice melt application will resume on Monday, January 26.
If You Must Navigate Campus
- Use primary sidewalks or roadways.
- Remain highly aware of your surroundings.
- Avoid walking under trees whenever possible.
Please use caution when navigating campus and surrounding areas. If you experience hazardous conditions, submit a ReADY ticket using the Grounds tile. For emergency requests, call Building Systems Control (BSC) at 615-322-2621.
Libraries
| Library | Sunday, Jan. 25 | Monday, Jan. 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | 8 a.m.–8 p.m. |
| Divinity Library | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | 8 a.m.–8 p.m. |
| Science & Engineering Library | Noon–6 p.m. | Closed |
| Law Library | 9 a.m.–midnight | Closed |
| Peabody Library | Closed | Closed |
| Eskind Biomedical Library | Noon–6 p.m. | Closed |
| Music Library | Closed | Closed |
| Management Library | Noon–8 p.m. | Closed |
* Reference services suspended; student service desk staffing may be intermittent.
† Card swipe access only; desk not staffed for check-out service.
Visit the Library Hours webpage
Recreation & Wellness Center
The Rec will be closed Sunday, January 25, and Monday, January 26 due to weather conditions.
Visit the Recreation and Wellness Center website
Student Care Network
Center for Student Wellbeing, Student Care Coordination and University Counseling Center
All scheduled SCN appointments, both in person and virtual, are canceled on Monday, January 26. Students with scheduled appointments will be contacted directly by SCN to reschedule.
On-call counselors remain available by calling 615-322-2571 and pressing 1.
Students may also text VANDY to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Text Line counselor.
Student Health Center
The Student Health Center (SHC) will convert all scheduled appointments to telehealth on Monday, Jan. 26, and Tuesday, Jan. 27.
The SHC will be open for urgent walk-in appointments only from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Students with scheduled appointments will be contacted directly by SHC to reschedule.
Transportation Services
VandyRide Services are suspended on Sunday, Jan. 25.
If Mobility Rides are unable to operate, those enrolled in the service will be notified via email. VandyRide operational updates are also available on the VandySafe app and Passio GO.
Visit the Parking & Transportation website
Writing Studio & Tutoring Services
All Writing Studio and Tutoring Services appointments will be held online on Monday, January 26.
Visit the Writing Studio website
Visit the Tutoring Services website
Safety Tips
- Limit your time outdoors when possible. If you must be outside, dress in layers and take breaks in warm spaces.
- Use caution when navigating campus and surrounding areas, as sidewalks and roadways may be slippery and ice accumulation could result in falling tree branches.
- If possible, ensure you have enough food, medications, and other essentials in case weather conditions limit travel.
- Continue to monitor local weather updates. Additional safety information is available on the University’s Emergency Preparedness website.