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Update on Facilities Emergency as of Friday, Oct. 23

Following Tuesday morning's electrical incident originating in the mechanical room of Building 42, power disruptions impacted Buildings 32, 38, 39, 42, 43 and 47.

Power has since been restored to Buildings 38, 39, 43 and 47. Buildings 56 and 71 were not impacted by this incident. Additionally, Buildings 44, 46 east and 46 west were unaffected and remained fully operational throughout the event.

The university's electrical contractor continues to assess the damage and determine options for restoring and redistributing power to Buildings 32 and 42. As a result, Buildings 32 and 42 will remain closed through Monday, Nov. 2, while assessments are completed and necessary repairs or equipment replacements are identified and implemented.

Academic Operations

  • The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) will remain under Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI) while Buildings 32 and 42 are unavailable.
  • Classes for all non-SEAS students will resume normal operations.
  • Classes at the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law, Community College, Congress Heights campus and DCA Aviation Hangar will continue as scheduled.

Administrative Operations

  • Administrative and support functions at the Van Ness campus will resume normal business operations and maintain regular business hours.

Guidance for SEAS Faculty and Staff

  • SEAS staff should contact their immediate supervisors regarding remote work expectations.
  • SEAS faculty should consult their supervisors for ERI-related guidance.
  • The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) remains available to support instructional continuity, including Blackboard, Zoom and other teaching and learning technologies.

CAL Faculty Support Resources

Guidance for SEAS Students

  • Due to this facilities emergency, SEAS in-person operations will remain suspended through Monday, Nov. 2. Instruction will continue remotely through both synchronous and asynchronous formats.
  • Courses requiring laboratory, clinical, studio or other hands-on instruction may require makeup sessions. However, every effort will be made to maintain academic continuity through virtual learning whenever possible. Faculty conducting synchronous instruction should continue to meet during published class times to minimize disruptions to student schedules.

The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and community remain our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Please continue to monitor the university website and official social media channels for the latest information.

For safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For emergencies, call 911.

Thank you for your flexibility, cooperation and continued commitment to UDC and our students.

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Office of the General Counsel

Welcome to the Office of the General Counsel

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) represents the University and Board of Trustees in matters before District and Federal Courts/Agencies and oversees outside counsel. The OGC advises the University administrators on legal issues, including Federal and District regulations related to employment and equal opportunity, scientific research and intellectual property, Title IX compliance, financial aid, property management, contracts and procurement, and many other legal matters. The OGC provides responsive advice and creative solutions to the University’s legal issues.

Avis Russell serves as the general counsel and the chief legal counsel for the university.

The staff of the Office of the General Counsel is responsible for preparing and reviewing agreements and policies, representing the University in legal proceedings, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, providing legal advice to the University, and providing general support consistent with the university’s mission and strategic plan, the Equity Imperative.

 

Contact Us

Office of The General Counsel

202-274-5400
Fax: 202-274-5320

Avis Marie Russell, Esq.
General Counsel
Van Ness Campus
[email protected]
202-274-5400

Erica Wright, Esq.
Assistant General Counsel
Van Ness Campus
[email protected]
202-274-5956

Thomas Redmond, Esq.
Interim Title IX Coordinator
Van Ness Campus
[email protected]
202-274-5622

Mariett “Tina” Sanha
Executive Assistant
Van Ness Campus
[email protected]
202-274-5978
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