Smith Open Longer During Inclement Weather
With the start of the winter term, the Smith Operations team at Portland State University would like to remind you of Smith Memorial Student Union’s inclement weather practices:
When Portland State University delays the start of the academic day due to weather concerns, Smith Operations will attempt to open the building 30 minutes before the start of classes to accommodate students and staff. For example, if the alert says the day will start at 10 a.m., expect Smith to open around 9:30 a.m. The exact time might vary based on travel conditions for staff.
In these specific circumstances Smith will also remain open 30 minutes past the end of University closure time to provide a little protection from the elements.
If the University announces it will be closed for the day due to extreme weather, Smith will also be closed.
If you have a meeting or event scheduled in Smith on a day impacted by inclement weather, the Campus Events & Student Union staff will reach out to your event contact person to determine the event’s status or to help reschedule.
Always remember: If PSU does not delay the start of a workday or close due to inclement weather, but you are concerned about your personal safety, you should make the right decision for yourself. Please review the information on signing up for PSU Alerts and find out more about weather policy on the campus safety website.