INFORMATION REGARDING CAMPUS CLOSINGS / DELAYS
Below is information about how WVU Parkersburg communicates campus delays or closings due to inclement weather or other situations.
Day Classes
For day classes, the decision regarding delays/cancellations/closings is usually made by 6 a.m. by the College President.Night Classes
For evening classes, the decision regarding delays/cancellations/closings is usually made by 3 p.m. by the College President.Notification
The official announcement regarding WVU Parkersburg classes being delayed or canceled or the campus being closed can be obtained from the following official college information sources:
the college’s main switchboard number: 304-424-8000
the college's toll-free number: 1-800-WVA-WVUP
the college web site: www.wvup.edu
Emergency Alert System
Please login to our Emergency Alert System to verify that your contact information is entered and correct. Texting is the fastest way to receive alerts. Include your mobile device number to receive text messages of campus closings, delays and emergency situations.
Area media (radio, newspaper and television) are contacted to announce closing/delay information. Students should confirm media announcements from one of the above official college sources.Related WVU Parkersburg Procedures
Answer Book #VIII-2. Procedures for Canceling Classes or Closing the College
Text Message Service
WVU Parkersburg students can take advantage of a free text message service that is available through WTAP-TV to the general public. WTAP's alert service sends a a text message to those who have subscribed to the Organization Closing Alerts for WVU Parkersburg. Information regarding how to sign up for the service is available here. The service is free but message and data rates may apply. Note: The text message service is offered by WTAP-TV. Students should verify WVU Parkersburg closings/delays through the above noted official college information sources as well.
