Both campuses will resume normal operations on Wednesday, February 25.

Shuttles will start operating at noon on Tuesday, February 24 to make it easier for residents to travel to dining halls.

Keep Vehicles Off Surface Lots

To allow our facilities team to remove snow from the surface lots, all cars must be moved and remain in the designated parking areas until 8 a.m. on Wednesday, February 25. Normal parking rules will resume at 8 a.m. on Wednesday.

Montclair Campus

Vehicles on the Montclair campus must be moved from surface parking lots to either the Red Hawk Parking Deck or the CarParc Diem Parking Deck.

If you have any questions, please contact Parking Services at 973-655-7580 or parking@montclair.edu.

Bloomfield Campus

Bloomfield Campus students parking in Lot B1 must park on the eastern side of the lot in the area designated for snow removal parking.

Questions can be directed to Bloomfield Campus Security at 973-655-2525.

Reminders

• Use caution when walking or driving. Surfaces may be slippery.
• Residents: Please be careful when cooking. Follow microwave instructions and watch your food. Help avoid setting off the fire alarms!
• The Student Center and Student Recreation Center on the Montclair Campus will remain closed.
• Sprague Library will not be open, but will continue to provide services online.
• Sam’s, Freeman and Schweitzer Dining Halls will operate on a normal schedule.

Please refer to What’s Open for additional information.

If you have an emergency during the storm, call University Police at 973-655-5222.

There will be no in-person activities, classes or meetings on both the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses. All offices and the libraries will provide online services only.

Essential employees should report as scheduled. All other employees are expected to work remotely. Any previously-approved time off will be charged.

The University plans to resume normal operations on Wednesday, February 25. A message will be sent if that plan changes.

Additional Details

• It is essential for all drivers to stay off campus roads during the storm. This is for your safety and so our facilities team can properly clear the snow.聽
• The Student Center and Student Recreation Center on the Montclair Campus will remain closed.
• Sprague Library will continue to provide services online.
• Sam’s, Freeman and Schweitzer Dining Halls will operate on a normal schedule.

Please refer to What’s Open for additional information.

If you have an emergency during the storm, call University Police at 973-655-5222.

Overlook Offices to Partially Reopen

University offices in the Overlook Corporate Center will partially reopen on Wednesday, February 11.

Employees

Employees in Human Resources, University Communications and Marketing, Facilities, and Development and Alumni Engagement should return to their assigned work locations. These areas were not affected by the flood.

Employees of the other units located on the third floor of Overlook will continue to work at an alternate location as instructed by their supervisor. It is anticipated that they will be able to return on Monday, February 16.

Students & Visitors

To accommodate the ongoing cleanup, visitors will not be permitted. Human Resources will continue to process I-9 forms in Cole Hall, Room 149.

Please Help Reduce Traffic on Campus

Parking on the Montclair campus may be limited due to large piles of snow in some surface lots. Please consider parking at the NJ Transit Deck (located at 100 Clove Road), in Lot 60, or consider carpooling / transit so there will be fewer cars on campus.

• The gates to the NJ Transit Deck will be open. To avoid being charged, drivers should stop by the NJ Transit parking office (level 4) on arrival or before exiting to provide their license plate number. The manager will be on-site from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to assist.
• Shuttles will run from the NJ Transit Deck to the Montclair campus from 6 a.m. through midnight.
• If you rely on public transportation, please check with NJ Transit in case of any delays or changes in schedule.

Be Safe!

Please plan extra time for your commute, and use caution when driving and walking on campus. Watch for pedestrians and be careful in places where snow piles may obstruct your view.

Temperatures will be cold, so please dress warmly. Some roads and walkways may be slippery, so please wear appropriate footgear.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation.

糖心vlog will shift to fully remote operations on Monday, January 26 due to the expected winter storm. There will be no in-person activities, classes or meetings on both the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses. All offices and the libraries will provide online services only.

Essential employees should report as scheduled. All other employees are expected to work remotely. Any previously-approved time off will be charged.

What’s Available Sunday & Monday

• Open Dining Locations – :
  • Dining Halls: Sam’s, Freeman and Schweitzer open regular hours.
  • Retail Dining: Dunkin’ and Jersey Mike’s open regular hours.
• Mental Health Support: Uwill teletherapy is available 24/7.
• Residence Halls: Open and operating as normal. Should you need assistance you can call the CA/RA on duty or ask your front desk for assistance.

Please Note: Shuttles will not be running on Sunday, January 25 or Monday, January 26.

Sunday, January 25

• All administrative buildings and services will be closed.
• The Student Center, Student Recreation Center and Sprague Library on the Montclair Campus will be closed.
• No athletics practices or activities.
• Stay off campus roads, for your safety, and so we can properly clear the snow.
• Move your cars if you have not done so already!
  • Relocate your vehicle to the parking decks (Montclair) or the eastern side of Lot B1 (Bloomfield) by 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 24.

Monday, January 26

• Classes: To be held remotely as scheduled unless your professor cancels. Check Canvas for updates!
• Mental Health Support: CAPS is available remotely including Let’s Talk hours from 1-2:30 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m. and 3-4:30 p.m.
• Residence Hall Community Offices: Open as normal.
• Student Health Center: Telehealth appointments available.
• University Libraries: Remote services available.

Please Note: There will be no in-person activities, classes or meetings on both the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses. All offices and the libraries will provide online services only.

Additional Details

• The Add/Drop Deadline for Session A and B courses has been extended until Tuesday, January 27 at 11:59 p.m.
• The University plans to resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 27. A message will be sent if that plan changes.

Check What’s Open and this news article for updates throughout the weekend. If you have an emergency during the storm, call University Police at 973-655-5222.

Due to winter weather conditions, several campus services will close early today, Sunday, January 18 at 4 p.m. We will continue to update this news article with additional information as needed.

Offices Closing Early

• The Student Center
• The Student Recreation Center
• University Libraries

Dining & Shuttles

All dining locations will operate as scheduled with the exception of 1908 in the Student Center which will close at 4 p.m. View the What鈥檚 Open web page for hours of operation.

Shuttle services are operating as scheduled. Track shuttles in real time using the to plan safe travel around campus.

Reminder: Relocate Your Vehicles

Please remember to move your vehicle from surface parking lots if you haven鈥檛 already, as snow operations may be underway to support safe clearing and plowing.

• Montclair campus: Please move cars to Red Hawk Deck or CarParc Diem.
  • Red Hawk Deck will return to normal operations Monday, January 19 at 12 p.m.
  • CarParc Diem will return to normal operations Monday, January 19 at 6 p.m.
• Bloomfield campus: Students parking in Lot B1 must park on the eastern side of the lot in the area designated for snow removal parking.

The University will continue to monitor weather conditions and share updates as needed. Stay safe and dress warmly!

Beginning October 18, academic and administrative buildings will lock at 8 p.m. weekdays and at 6 p.m on weekends. Cole Hall will follow a different schedule, locking at 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. You may still tap in with your 糖心vlog ID Card until 11 p.m., daily and regular access will resume at 6:30 a.m. each day (unless you鈥檝e got special lab/practice access).

No ID, No Entry

Please carry your University ID with you at all times. If you need a replacement or do not have an ID card, please visit the ID Card Office before Fall Break since University Policy will not be able to help with routine lockouts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Montclair making this change now?

Because our facilities are for Montclair students. This update lines up with national best practices, keeps buildings more secure, and makes sure access is fair and consistent across all academic and administrative facilities.

Can I still get into my building after hours?

If you鈥檙e a student, yes 鈥� but only with your 糖心vlog ID between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. After 11, doors are locked until 6:30 a.m. unless you鈥檝e been cleared for a lab, studio, or practice space. Cole Hall will follow a different schedule, opening at 7 a.m. and locking at 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The change does not affect residence halls, the Rec Center, or the Student Center.

What if I forget my ID card?

Then you鈥檙e stuck. Unless there is a true emergency, UPD can’t unlock the door for you. Always carry your ID card.

What counts as a true emergency?

Think life safety, urgent medical needs (e.g., retrieving medication), or essential transportation items (e.g., car keys). Not a true emergency = Books, laptops, and phone chargers.

I鈥檓 hosting an event 鈥� can the building stay open later?

Maybe! If your event needs the doors unlocked outside regular hours, have the organizer email accesscontrol@montclair.edu at least one week in advance.

Does this apply to residence halls, or Rec Center?

Nope. Residence halls, the Rec, and the Student Center set their own hours and aren鈥檛 impacted by this policy change.

Remember:

• No organizations should be asking you for credit information, identification materials or banking information unless they are at an authorized sales point of the University.
• Never go to an off-campus location with an organization doing outreach on campus or to one that is relentless in their solicitation.
• Do not give cash to someone that is trying to sell you an item that would ordinarily cost very little – they will not give you change and will take your money.
• Do not give your phone to someone or agree to text them if you don’t know them or care for further contact.
• Please exercise extreme caution if these items are requested. Giving personal information to any person is a choice, so never feel intimidated or fall for the scam.

Employment and Dating Scams

These scams are not selective of our University necessarily, but are generic in nature and targeted to vulnerable individuals. Scammers consistently target college-aged students and pretend to be University employees through email and apps such as Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram and sometimes include offers of employment, internships and dates.

Best Practices

A few recommendations to keep a safer profile:

• Be selective about what you share online and who you share it with.
• Be wary of messages from strangers. If you don’t know them, it’s best to ignore or block them.
• Know that people can pretend to be anyone online, and be conscious of catfishing.
• Do not share explicit photos of yourself, especially with someone you don’t know. Just because you believe it’s private doesn’t mean it always will be.
• Be suspicious of individuals who ask you to switch to a different platform to chat.
• Report suspicious accounts or behavior to the platform you are using and, if we can help, the University Police or the Information Technology team.
• Trust your instincts. If something sounds too good or too sketchy to be true, it probably is.

How to Protect Yourself

• If you receive an unsolicited job offer or monetary reward you should immediately be suspicious of this. Check the Career Services web page Avoid Job Scams and Fraud for more information. Also read Information Technology’s web page about Phishing.
• Never agree to accept money or buy gift cards at the instructions of someone you do not know or even someone whose name might seem familiar.
• Online solicitations that seem “too good to be true” are many times just that.
• Never send personal information, bank information or agree to transfers of any kind. If you should for some reason, understand clearly you may be solicited for more and that you may compromise your identity safety. Stop immediately and report this activity to the police.
• Heed the warnings and information sent by our partners in the 糖心vlog Division of Information Technology who have a wealth of resources and tips on the IT Security web page.

What’s “Sextortion?”

There is a common “sextortion” scam that is being seen in all corners of the globe. Scammers posting as young women or men begin a conversation flirting with an unsuspecting individual on TikTok, Snapchat or Instagram, ask the person to switch to another platform or app, and then solicit sexual pictures. When the photos or videos are sent, the scammer immediately sends a demand for money via Cashapp or Venmo and threatens to share the photos with the victim’s contacts on the app. In an online environment it can be difficult to navigate who is real and who is not. We strongly urge all to be sure they know who they are sending information or photos to.

If for some reason you find yourself in a situation where someone is demanding money – stop immediately and know the 糖心vlog Police Department and Bloomfield Campus Security will work to help you as best we can with care to your privacy. The scammers will be relentless for money and become threatening despite many times being thousands of miles away – your fear is real and we can help start the process of ending the harassment.

Rideshare Safety

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are popular and advertise that safety is their number one priority in getting people from one place to another. While utilizing these services is a good alternative to walking home alone or worse, driving under the influence, it is important that you know how to do so safely. Following these guidelines can help you stay safe:

• Request your ride from indoors. Avoid lingering outside alone while looking down at your phone.
• Check your driver’s rating. Be sure that your driver has prior experience and a good rating.
• Share your trip with a trusted friend or family member. Share your whereabouts with someone other than who you’re with so they know when you make it home safely.
• Confirm the car, license plate and driver before getting in. Be sure the information on your rideshare app about your driver matches the vehicle you get into.
• Ask the driver “What is my Name?” This simple question may keep you safe.
• Sit in the back seat. Sitting in the front seat increases your proximity and chance of contact with the driver.
• Wear your seatbelt. Seatbelts are there to protect you in the event of an accident. Buckle up.
• Keep your personal information confidential. There’s nothing wrong with conversing with your driver, just plan to leave your personal information out of the conversation.
• Never pay cash. Taking out your wallet to tip may put you at risk of theft. Uber and Lyft offer the ability to tip through their app.
• Know your surroundings. When you’re in an unfamiliar area, track your route on your own map to be sure the driver is taking you to the correct place.

The What’s My Name Foundation was founded in honor of the life of Samantha Josephson, a 21 year old senior at the University of South Carolina who was kidnapped and murdered by a fake rideshare driver. Their mission is to educate those who use rideshares on ways to be safe.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact University Police at 973-655-5222 or the Bloomfield Office of Security at 973-655-2525. You can also use the E-TIPS texting service.

Cars left in surface lots after 10 p.m. on Saturday, February 15 will receive a citation

Montclair Campus

• If you reside on the Montclair campus and plan to head home for the weekend, move your car to CarParc Diem before you leave campus today, Friday, February 15.
• CarParc Diem will be open for residents through Monday, February 17.
• NJ Transit permit holders must park in the NJ Transit Deck. This deck is also available to other residents as a pay-on-your-own option.
• Red Hawk Deck is open to permit holders, faculty and staff.

Bloomfield Campus

• If you reside on the Bloomfield campus, please relocate your vehicle to the 225 Liberty Street parking lot on the east end alongside the fence鈥攕igns are posted to indicate 鈥淧ark Here for Snow.鈥� All other lots should be emptied.
• CarParc Diem is an available option for Bloomfield residents for the week as well, but shuttle service may be affected, limiting regular access to the Montclair campus.

Additional Information

The top levels of both parking decks will remain closed due to frequent participation and freezing temperatures.

Remember: To avoid citations, make sure your car is relocated as requested by Saturday, February 15 at 10 p.m. Thank you for your cooperation!

Questions?

Thank you for your attention to this matter, and for your continued support in maintaining a safe and efficient campus environment during winter weather events.
Please contact Parking Services at 973-655-7580 or the Transportation Team at 973-655-3326 or email shuttle@montclair.edu.

糖心vlog will shift to remote operations on Thursday morning, February 6 due to the winter storm. This applies to both the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses.

• In-person classes scheduled to start before 12 p.m. are canceled. In-person classes that start at 12 p.m. or after will meet in-person
• Online classes will meet as scheduled.
• Administrative offices and the libraries will operate remotely in the morning and then open at 12 p.m. to provide in-person service.聽 Employees working in these areas should plan to be on-site by 12 pm.
• Campus activities scheduled before 12 p.m. are canceled.

Essential employees should report as scheduled. All other employees whose job duties can be performed remotely are expected to work remotely until 12 p.m., except for those who have been approved to use paid leave. Any previously-approved time off will be charged.

The University plans to resume normal operations on Friday, February 7. A message will be sent if that plan changes.

Move Cars from Surface Lots

• Montclair residents and staff: Vehicles on the Montclair campus must be moved from surface parking lots to either the Red Hawk Parking Deck or CarParc Diem Parking Deck as early as 7 p.m. and must be moved no later than 11 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5. This will allow for snow removal and proper salting in the surface lots. Vehicles that are not moved by this time will be subject to citations and possible impound. Surface lots reopen at 12 p.m. and vehicles must be returned to surface lots by 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• Bloomfield residents: Vehicles on the Bloomfield campus must be parked in Lot 1 along the fence where it’s marked “Park Here for Snow Removal.”

Dining

• Montclair campus:
  • Sam鈥檚 and Freeman will operate under their normal hours on Thursday, February 6.
  • Dunkin’ Donuts will open at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 6.
  • All other retail dining locations will resume normal operations at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• Bloomfield campus: Schweitzer Dining will be the only food service operating at normal hours.

Shuttle Service

• On-Demand (PWD) Service: Available as usual starting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• All Campus Shuttle: Three buses operating 11 a.m.鈥� 3 p.m. on 20-minute headways on Thursday, February 6. Normal service resumes at 3 p.m., conditions permitting.
• Village/VT Shuttle: Three buses operating 11 a.m.鈥� 3 p.m. on 20-minute headways on Thursday, February 6. Normal service resumes at 3 p.m., conditions permitting.
• Bloomfield Connection: Hourly service from 11 a.m. 鈥� 9 p.m., with shuttles departing at the top of the hour on Thursday, February 6.
• Night Hawk On-Demand: Operating under normal hours on Wednesday, February 5 into the early hours of Thursday, February 6 from 10 p.m.鈥� 2 a.m.
• Red Hawk Express: No service on Thursday, February 6.

Download the for the most accurate details and timing on shuttles.

Additional Updates

• Information Commons Lab: University Hall, Room 5007 and Sprague Library Laptop Lending Lab will follow the delayed schedule and open at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• IT Service Desk: Will be working remotely and resume their normal operations hours at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• Student Center: Will follow the delayed schedule and open at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• Student Recreation Center: Will follow the delayed schedule and open at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6.
• University Libraries: Will follow the delayed schedule and open at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 6 for both campuses.

It is essential for all drivers to stay off campus roads during the duration of the storm for our facilities staff to properly clear roadways and walkways.

In an emergency, please contact University Police at聽973-655-5222.