Winter is Approaching, Read the Weather Emergency Advisory
November 17, 2020
Although the College’s reliance of remote instruction and work makes weather cancellations of classes less likely, there may be days when inclement weather may cause President Nader to cancel or delay classes and/or activities. Because of the large number of students and staff, it is necessary for a pre-planned system be in place, to notify the campus community when the College is cancelling or delaying classes and/or activities.
The decision to cancel or delay classes rests with the President. When classes are cancelled or delayed, and College offices are open, all non-teaching employees are expected to report for work or charge their time in accordance with policy. Only the Governor can close the campus entirely.
The best and most immediate way to find out about a delay or cancellation in classes is the FSC website, at www.farmingdale.edu. The site can also be accessed on your mobile device. In addition, a campus-wide email about the status of classes is typically sent to all students, faculty, and staff, and announced on the College’s social media venues, such as Facebook and Twitter.
The College has also partnered with RAVE, an emergency notification system that delivers text and email messages. Students, faculty, and staff may sign up for this emergency notification service by going to www.getrave.com, and entering Farmingdale State College. Use your Farmingdale user ID and password to sign in. Edit the information that appears for your account, and include your cell phone number if you want to receive text notifications. If you do not enter your cell phone number, you will receive RAVE notifications via email only.
The College also notifies News 12 on the delay or cancellation of classes.
Please note: there are no weather announcements when classes are in session. Announcements are made only in the event of a delay or cancellation. Check the website and other communication vehicles for updates, since unpredictable weather may dictate ongoing changes in the campus response. All members of the College community should be prepared to react to severe weather situations while on campus.
