The Office of Human Resources has provided the following information to explain procedures during periods of inclement weather.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania is committed to the safety and security of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Therefore, the decision as to whether university classes or programs and events will be held during periods of adverse weather conditions is based on the overall concern for the university community.

There is an important distinction between the decision to cancel classes and the decision to close the university. When classes are canceled, staff, managers, administrators, and faculty members whose responsibilities lie outside the classroom are expected to report to work. Employees choosing not to report to work when classes are canceled will be charged paid leave timeeither annual, personal leave, or leave without payand must submit leave.

The president has the authority to close the university. The decision to close the university will be made only under the most extreme circumstances. If the decision is made to close the university, only essential employees, as notified by their supervisor, will be required to report to work.Essential employees for 2019-20 have been notified.

Information about the status of the universityis always available on the IUP website, and a link to the Emergency Information page is located at the bottom of every page.

Other Media

  • The IUP website
  • IUP Information Line (724-357-1213)
  • IUP Daily
  • IUP Emergency Notification System Subscribers -subscribers will receive a text message, phone call and email in the event of cancellations or closures. Computers in university labs and classrooms also will display messaging.
  • Social media

The university's Inclement Weather Policy and Procedures are available under Human Resources Policies.

Questions regarding the university's Inclement Weather Policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, 724-357-2431.