Weather Alert - Update

Updated - 1/27/15 - 7:25 PM - Due to the expected continuation of  winter weather conditions until 9pm or later this this evening and the conditions of secondary roadways and sidewalks throughout the eastern Massachusetts area all activities and classes at Olin College are CANCELLED for Wednesday January 28, 2015.  Dining Services will be available to all residential students at the Campus Center Dining Hall during normal hours.

 The Facilities team will be actively removing snow throughout the day tomorrow and we ask that you use caution in moving around campus so they can do their jobs safely and effectively.  Your continued cooperation is much appreciated!

 At this time, classes are planned to resume with a normal schedule on Thursday January 28, 2015.   Only those personnel providing essential services should report to work on Wednesday, January 28, 2015.

 Any additional updates will be posted on the Olin www.olin.edu homepage and the Emergency Preparedness webpage.  Faculty, staff, and students can also call the Olin Weather INFO line 781-292-2699 to hear a recorded message with any updates or announcements regarding the storm.

Please use the above means of communication to stay updated on the status of the College and only call Public Safety 781-239-5555 if you need immediate assistance. 

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