Anticipating the effects of an impending freeze on the region, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley was the latest education institution to adjust its schedule Sunday and announced the closure of its campus and off-campus locations.
This means that classes and activities are still on as all university operations will be conducted remotely Monday, UTRGV officials said in a news release.
Only employees considered “essential” by their supervisors are allowed at work, according to the release. Employees uncertain whether they’ve been designated essential should contact their supervisor.
“We advise all students to stay in close contact with faculty members for the latest updates regarding their classes,” the release read.
Testing and vaccination sites operated by UT Health RGV Clinics will also be closed Monday, with plans in place to reopen by noon Tuesday.
Anyone with an appointment that will be affected as a result of Monday’s closure of testing sites and vaccine clinics will be contacted to reschedule, according to UTRGV officials.
Employees and students are being asked to plan to return to normal campus and remote operations Tuesday “unless otherwise notified.”
Those unable to return Tuesday due to weather-related issues are asked to contact their supervisor, department chair or faculty member.
“University officials will continue to monitor weather conditions, and any change to the operations schedule will be shared through email, the emergency notification system, on the UTRGV homepage, and on UTRGV’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts,” the release stated.
