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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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Student Center Program Board

About the Student Center Program Board

The Student Center Program Board is responsible for planning and implementing events and other engagement opportunities for U.D.C. students in the Student Center.

The team works with Student Center professional staff to plan exciting events such as dances, cultural events, game shows, etc.  Their goals are for you to see the Student Center as a place you can spend your time and meet people or come with your friends and have a good time.  For additional information about the Student Center Program Board, please contact [email protected].

Committees of the Program Board include:

  • FELIX FRENZY – Responsible for working closely with the Programs and Promotions Specialist on selecting and programming events related to student/university traditions, spirit and annual activities. Works collaboratively with other campus organizations, faculty and staff to produce a university-wide spirit and traditions for Firebird Pride throughout the year. Examples of events would include pre-NCAA competition tailgates, the annual Student Center Extravaganza, S.C.P.B.’s participation in Homecoming planning, the Weeks of Welcome activities, etc.
  • FIREBIRD CULTURE – Responsible for a series of events to educate and showcase classic to contemporary fine and performing arts to UDC students, along with events emphasizing cultural competency and inclusion. Programming should be unique and creative to enhance and represent the diverse UDC collegiate experience. Examples of events may include Inter/National art showcases, live theatrical performances, movie premieres, (multi) cultural observances, etc.
  • FELIX SPEAKS – This area complements the University’s academic mission and supports a marketplace of various opinions and ideas by selecting and programming thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating performances. This area works to provide forums, lectures, debates, and tasks on a variety of issues and topics. Examples of events would include comedy shows, workshops, speakers on contemporary issues, the last lecture series where professors speak on chosen topics and their interests as though it were their last scholarly lecture.
  • FIREBIRD SUITE – Responsible for selecting and programming a series of events with musical acts, live performances and leisure time activities. Programming should be unique and creative to enhance and represent the diverse UDC collegiate experience. Events may include but are not limited to live music, talent shows, executions to various points of attraction, game nights, dances and karaoke.

The Student Center Program Board will employ a combination of remote and virtual programming during the Fall 2021 semester that will include programming via the Student Center Instagram account, the Virtual Student Center on WebEx, and other social media channels.

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Join the Student Center Social Media pages to get center updates, event exclusives, and digital media campaigns.

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