Status: There is currently no emergency. Winthrop University is operating under normal conditions.


As the community settles into a new semester, there are a few announcements related to emergency notification that are worth sharing. First, you will note that next to Alertus beacons on campus there are now signs that indicate nearby hazardous weather shelter locations. If the Alertus beacon goes off and indicates a weather situation, the signs provide the nearest place to gather until it is safe to resume normal activities. Secondly, you will begin to see in each Winthrop classroom emergency guidelines that will help faculty and students be engaged, proactive and effective in responding to certain classroom situations that may arise. Finally, below you will find a reminder of our communication plans when inclement weather happens to our community. Please look these over, especially if you are new to Winthrop.

First, students, faculty and staff should check their university e-mail or the university Web site, www.winthrop.edu for the most up-to-date information related to class and office schedules. Should you not have access to e-mail, the Web, or other information, call the campus alert line, 803/323-2222. Please do not call Campus Police for closing information, as this will tie up phone lines that may be needed for an emergency.

University Relations staff also will notify, as quickly as possible, the following local media outlets regarding closings and delays:

Radio: WRHI-AM (1340), WBT-AM (1110), WRHM-FM (107), WFAE-FM (90.7), WIBT-FM (96.1), WRFX-FM (99.7), WEND-FM (106.5), WKKT-FM (96.9), WLYT-FM (102.9), WSOC-FM (103)
Television: WCBL-TV (CN2), WBTV (3), WSOC-TV (9), NBC 6 (36), Fox 18

Notices also may be listed in the Herald, Charlotte Observer, and State newspapers, provided decisions to close or delay classes meet publication deadlines.

If a weather incident requires cancelling classes on a weekend, there is a separate policy for that event.

Members of the Winthrop community should use their discretion in judging the safety of traveling to the university during periods of inclement weather. Check the leave policy for details to help faculty/staff determine how inclement weather affects the work schedule.

How to use this site:


  • Sign up for WU Alerts using the graphic link at right. This is the single best thing students, faculty, and staff can do to ensure that they are notified of emergency situations on or near campus. If you are already signed up, use the link to ensure your contact information is up to date.
  • Review the emergency contacts information, also at right. Be knowledgeable about how to immediately reach help and receive info in the event of an emergency.
  • Check out the emergency handbook link at left or review personal safety tips for what you should do in a variety of emergency scenarios – from bomb threats to inclement weather to a nuclear disaster.
  • Use the training resources link at left if you are interested in or have been tapped for emergency response training.
  • Roll over the emergency response plans for more on how university departments respond to certain emergencies.
  • Provide feedback to ardaiolof@winthrop.edu if you have suggestions for improving this site.
Emergency Contacts

ON-CAMPUS POLICE EMERGENCY:
  On-campus land-line phone: Dial 3333
  Cell phone: Dial 803/323-3333
  Call box: Push button for Campus Police


ALL OTHER EMERGENCIES: Dial 911


ALERT INFORMATION LINE:
   On-campus land-line phone: Dial 2222
   Cell phone: Dial 803/323-2222
   Local land-line phone: Dial 323-2222


Register for Emergency Notification

Faculty, staff, and students, register your cell or landline phone number today for emergency notification. This number will be used by the university for critical notifications in the event of emergencies, critical weather, or unplanned university closings. Registering for Winthrop's text and/or voice messaging is quick and easy - and it just might save your life.

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Other Important Information

Catawba Nuclear Station Siren
Test Dates for 2010

Jan. 13, April 14, July 14, Oct. 13

All tests are scheduled for 11:50am.
For more information, visit the York County Emergency Operations Center.