Skip To Translation Selection Skip To Top Navigation Skip To Content Skip To Footer
Campus Alert
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.

University of the District of Columbia Facebook University of the District of Columbia Instagram University of the District of Columbia LinkedIn University of the District of Columbia Twitter/X University of the District of Columbia YouTube
UDC News
Back to News

UDC Winter Break Closure: See You in 2025!

December 18, 2024
Share:
Happy Holidays!

Though many offices at the University of the District of Columbia will be closed during winter break, Dec. 23-Jan. 1, students and employees will have continued access to a host of resources. Here are some of the highlights:

Winter Closure Information

UDC academic and administrative offices will be closed beginning Monday, Dec. 23. Access to all campuses will resume Jan. 2, 2025. If you need assistance with admissions, advising, financial aid, student records or student accounts during the closure, please call the 24/7 help hub at 202.274.5941.

Student Resources During the Break: Crisis Counseling, Welltrack BoostApp, and More

The Counseling and Wellness Center will be closed during the winter break, but students can still be connected with a crisis counselor via the main number, 202.274.6000 Additional resources such as self-help tools, stress relief and relaxation exercises are also accessible.

Students can also download the Welltrack Boost App or visit https://app.welltrack-boost.com/. Registration using a UDC email address is free, and comes with a host of self-help tools, including: wellness assessments; self-guided courses to address topics like depression, anxiety, and sleep; and tools such as a thought diary and Zen room.

Stressed About the Holidays? The Employee Assistance Program Is Here for You

The holiday season can be stressful for many reasons, including engendering a sense of loneliness or financial worries. If you are an employee in need of assistance, don't hesitate to contact the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through INOVA. EAP is a confidential free service available to all employees, as well as their families and household members. Call Inova EAP at 1-800-346-0110.

UDC Forward

Never miss a story! Get UDC Forward, UDC's newsletter, delivered right to your inbox.

Past Issues
Oct. 2025, Issue 61
Sept. 2025, Issue 60
July 2025, Issue 59
May 2025, Issue 58

Sign Up

Media Inquiries

Rachel Perrone
[email protected]
202-274-6759

General Requests

[email protected]
Back to Top
Take The Next Steps, Today!
Apply Now Visit UDC