Sacramento continues to experience poor air quality due to wildfires in our region. Therefore, we will suspend on-campus operations tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 25. All non-essential employees should remain off campus. Essential employees with questions should contact their managers for guidance. Everyone else who is teleworking should continue to do so, including those who are teaching remotely. We are not canceling classes at this time. Faculty and staff who have been directly impacted by the wildfires and are unable to telework should contact their department chair or manager immediately about taking leave.
Unfortunately, the poor air quality has forced us to reschedule move-in days for the few students who were scheduled to move in to the residence halls. If you are affected, please look for communications from University Housing Services with information about how and when to proceed. We are aware that it can be frustrating not knowing when you can move in, but safety must continue to be our priority. We continue to monitor the situation and will announce plans for Wednesday as soon as possible.
All members of the Hornet Family should protect themselves as much as possible. When outdoors, sensitive individuals should consider using an N-95 dust mask that covers their nose and mouth. A face mask that is not marked “N-95” will not be effective against wildfire smoke. In particular, cloth face masks and surgical masks will not protect you from the smoke and particulates. Student Health and Counseling Services will remain available for in-person and telehealth appointments; these services can be reached at (916) 278-6461. The ASI Children’s Center will be closed until further notice.
Any changes to operations will be communicated via campus message and the Emergency Notification System. For questions or concerns, please call Risk Management Services at (916) 278-2020.