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Facilities Emergency and Operational Update, Tuesday, Oct. 20

This morning, UDC was notified of a power outage affecting Building 47, with simultaneous outages reported in Buildings 38 and 39. At approximately 6 a.m., DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the Van Ness campus following an alarm activation. While their investigation continues, power remains unavailable in Buildings 32, 38, 39, 42, 44, 46 and 47.

There is no disruption to operations at the Student Center (4200 Connecticut Ave.), Student Success Center (4225 Connecticut Ave.), Building 71 (4250 Connecticut Ave.), or the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law (4340 Connecticut Ave.).

Academic Operations

  • Students scheduled for 8 a.m. classes should report to Building 71.
  • Classes beginning at 9:30 a.m. and later will transition to Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI).
  • Classes at the Law School, Community College, Congress Heights, and the DCA Aviation Hangar will continue as scheduled.

Administrative Operations

  • All administrative functions will operate remotely until further notice.

 

For Faculty and Staff

  • Staff should contact their immediate supervisor for guidance regarding remote work expectations.
  • Faculty should contact their dean or supervisor for instructions related to ERI. The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) is available to support instructional continuity, including Blackboard, Zoom, Webex, and other teaching technologies.

 

CAL Faculty Support Resources

 

For Students

Due to this facilities emergency, the university will suspend in-person operations beginning at 9:30 a.m. today, Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Instruction will continue remotely through synchronous and asynchronous methods. Courses requiring in-person laboratory, clinical, or hands-on instruction may require make-up sessions; however, every effort will be made to maintain instructional continuity through virtual learning. Faculty conducting synchronous instruction should adhere to published class meeting times to minimize disruption to student schedules.

The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and community remain our highest priority. Additional updates regarding academic and administrative operations for the remainder of the week will be provided by close of business today.

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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Program Overview

Bachelor of Arts in English

Put your passion for reading, literature and language to work and build a rewarding career with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from the University of the District of Columbia! As a graduate of the UDC College of Arts & Sciences (CAS), you can continue your education through graduate or professional schooling or pursue your own personal and professional goals by publishing books, educating others, working for a company or starting your own business.

Our many past graduates include many well-known writers. With a little guidance and a hands-on experience, you may find your name on this list one day:

Check out our literary history on this site for UDC Writers.

While a degree may be the first thing on your checklist and a successful career may seem far over the horizon at this point, you can be sure that UDC will always be there to encourage you and to ensure that you're on the best possible path for success.

At UDC, you'll be able to grow your professional potential while also receiving personal enrichment as you learn about what you love. The Bachelor of Arts in English program was strategically designed to help you develop a proficiency in the writing, reading, critical thinking and speaking skills needed for success in both your academic work and eventual career. 

The courses offered in our English program were specifically designed to enrich you with a wide variety of traditional and contemporary topics, in addition to ensuring that you receive real-world experiences through our internship and capstone courses, as well as access to Washington, DC's many cultural resources.

While our curriculum is rich and robust, it wouldn't mean anything without our skilled faculty. Coming from varied backgrounds in composition and rhetoric, gender and culture studies, creative writing, linguistics, film and literature, they are dedicated to ensuring your success and take pride in helping you each and every step of the way!

Admission Requirements

Browse our applicant types (first-time, transfer, etc.) and review the qualifications that apply to you!

Admission Requirements

How to Apply

Use the link below to apply for admission into the BA English program at UDC.

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Contact Us

Want to learn more about the Bachelor of Arts in English degree program at UDC? Contact us with any questions you may have, and we will be happy to help!

Dr. Helene Krauthamer
Professor of English, English BA Program Coordinator
Building 71, 4th floor, Office #4414
Phone: 202-274-5626
Email: [email protected]

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