Policy Manual

The University of Iowa is never fully closed. The residential, healthcare, research, and overall public safety aspects of University of Iowa operations make this a necessity. The university continues to function, to the extent possible, during inclement weather. Regularly scheduled classes meet to the extent that students and faculty are able to safely attend classes. The University of Iowa may reduce operations under various conditions and to various extents. This could include, but is not limited to, canceling classes, reducing operations to essential operations only, etc. A reduction of operations may impact units differently based on a range of factors, including current conditions, time frame, etc. Campus administrative functions continue to the extent that faculty, staff, and administrators can conduct business, as applicable. Individuals should use good judgment and avoid serious risks when traveling to campus or attending classes.