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Campus Alert
Update on Facilities Emergency, Tuesday, Oct. 20

Following this morning’s electrical incident originating in Building 42, significant progress has been made in assessing the affected facilities. Power is expected to be restored to Buildings 38, 39, 43 and 47 within the next several hours.

Buildings 32 and 42 will remain closed through the end of this week while additional assessments are completed and necessary repairs are implemented.

Academic Operations

  • SEAS will remain on Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI) through the end of the week.
  • Classes for all non-SEAS students will resume normal operations.
  • Classes at the Law School, Community College, Congress Heights and the DCA Aviation Hangar will continue as scheduled.

Administrative Operations

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

SEAS Faculty, Staff and Students

SEAS staff should contact their supervisors regarding remote work expectations. SEAS faculty should coordinate with their supervisors regarding ERI and may contact CAL for instructional technology support, including Blackboard, Zoom and Webex, at [email protected].

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

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

UDC Student

Health Services

If You Are Experiencing a Life-Threatening Emergency, Dial 911!

About University Health Services

Mission

The mission of the University Health Services is to foster a healthy campus environment and to promote the health and wellness of all members of the University community.

Goals

To help students achieve their highest potential in all aspects of their lives, including physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and economic.

Health and Wellness Services

Good health and wellness are keys to academic achievement and personal growth. The University Health Services can assist you in making choices that will improve your health. We provide educational materials on:

  • Healthy Eating
  • Common Medical Problems
  • Nutrition
  • Sleep Concerns
  • Sexual Health Concerns
  • Stress Reduction
  • Travel Health
  • Controlling Your Health
  • Managing Weight
  • STI/HIV Prevention

Confidentiality and Release of Information

All services provided to students are confidential. All communication between you and your clinician are also strictly confidential. Issues of privacy and confidentiality are covered thoroughly in staff and volunteer training.

A confidential medical record is established and maintained for every patient who receives care. If you are 18 years or older, information cannot be released, even to your parents, without your permission. Information is released only with your written permission, upon a court-ordered subpoena, or in a life-threatening situation.

The University Health Services is compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Federal Educational and Privacy Rights Act (FERPA).

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Contact Us

Available: In-person appointments, telephone appointments (as appropriate)
Limited services: All faculty/staff/students
Full services: Students with the UDC student health plan

Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments receive preference.

Van Ness Campus

Building 38, Level A
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
202-274-5030 (main)
202-819-5892 (alternate) — WhatsApp, emergency phone calls only

Lamond-Riggs Campus

Room 125

Closed until further notice due to low staffing.


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