With winter weather upon us, it's time to review UW-Eau Claire's practices in the event severe weather strikes. (Note: The following is a summary of the university's official inclement weather policy.)In general, when inclement weather threatens operations at UW-Eau Claire, the university will remain open to the extent possible. If necessary, the chancellor may close the university to the public or cancel classes, but state employees will be expected to report to work.
In response to local weather conditions, the chancellor may release employees. In such instances, no employee will be required to remain at work.
Employees covered by a labor agreement should check their respective bargaining agreements for specifics about excusing employees from work and related issues.
Employees not covered by a labor agreement may use vacation, compensatory time, personal holidays or leave without pay to cover time lost if they are ordered to leave work or if they request or are allowed to be excused from work when they believe that weather conditions or emergency situations make it unsafe to get to or remain at work.
Local media will be notified if the chancellor decides to cancel classes. However, announcements by local media are advisory only. For official information concerning university operations, check the UW-Eau Claire website, call the Chancellor's Office at 715-836-2327 after 7 a.m. or call your supervisor.
