Ian Aftermath and Campus Reopening

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New College is open.

Full business operations for employees resumed on Monday, October 3 and classes began on Tuesday, October 4. Details are also included in this message.

Here is some additional important information about the status of the campus:

  • There continue to be travel issues in the immediate Sarasota-Manatee area due to the impact of the hurricane.

  • We are conducting overall campus cleanup and other work related to the storm.

RETURNING TO CAMPUS: STUDENTS

Students, the campus is open and classes started today, and we are here to help you navigate any stressful situations you may face on campus. Getting reconnected to your coursework at this time may seem daunting. If you feel that your academics may suffer, that you need extra help, or that you just can’t get to campus or classes, please let us know. Dr. Sherman and your faculty members will help you in any way they can. If you have any personal concerns, the Counseling & Wellness Center team is on standby.

STUDENT EMERGENCY FUND

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, many of our students have experienced hardships given the abrupt need to evacuate campus and the challenges they face at their homes. Students, you can apply for these funds by emailing [email protected].

RETURNING TO CAMPUS: EMPLOYEES

As we welcome you back to campus, we realize that you may have personal concerns that need to be addressed. Reach out to your supervisors for guidance about your work plan.

OTHER SAFETY/TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY

There is still storm debris on campus. It will take time to remove, so please proceed with caution. 

Many local K-12 schools will still be closed until further notice. If you have difficulty returning to campus, or have other circumstances that may impact your return, please reach out to your faculty members and resident advisers (students) and supervisors (employees).

Please reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions. 

The ncf.edu website, NCF email, texts and social media channels will continue to be updated every day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Details from Friday:

We understand that all of our Novos are facing unique circumstances in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, and we appreciate your patience. 

We are planning to resume classes on Tuesday, October 4. 

Students are welcome to begin returning to campus tomorrow, Saturday, October 1, starting at 11 a.m.

RETURNING TO CAMPUS: STUDENTS

NOTE: Z DORM CURRENTLY DOES NOT HAVE POWER.

Power has been restored to most of New College. The one exception is Z Dorm, but we are working hard to have power restored to this residence hall over the weekend. Meanwhile, we are planning to ensure that our Z Dorm students have temporary housing accommodations, if needed.

We will reach out to our Z Dorm students separately via email.

Food service will be available starting at 11 a.m. tomorrow and during regular hours next week.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

There are several travel restrictions in place across the state. Please take these into consideration as you make your travel plans.

Some of you may have special circumstances that impact your return to campus. Please inform your faculty members and resident advisers if you are unable to return to campus to attend classes on Tuesday.

RETURNING TO CAMPUS: EMPLOYEES

Business operations will resume at noon on Sunday, October 2, as work schedules apply. Weekday employees, please plan to return for your normal work schedule on Monday, October 3.

We realize that employees may have personal concerns that need to be addressed. Reach out to your supervisors for guidance about your work plan.

More details will be provided over the weekend as information becomes available.

Please reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions.

The ncf.edu website, NCF email, texts and social media channels will continue to be updated every day.

HOW TO HELP

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, students are starting to return to campus. Many of our students, however, have experienced hardships given the abrupt need to evacuate campus and the challenges they are facing at their homes. Your support today of the Student Emergency Fund will help ease their transition back to campus and allow them to focus worry-free on their studies. Donate here: ncf.edu/give/donate.

 

 

 

 

Details from Thursday (later):

We wanted to let you know that we hope to complete our post-hurricane campus safety assessment tomorrow. This assessment will give us vital information about possible on-campus storm damage and operations.

Some areas of the campus still don’t have power, but Florida Power & Light is working to get us fully back online. We also have to finish the assessment of possible building damage. 

We know you want details about returning to class and work, and we’re working hard to get you that information. We will share those details, including campus status updates, starting tomorrow afternoon. Of course, if we can, we will share that information sooner. But we want you to return to a safe campus, so we need to resolve any storm issues first.

Thank you, Novos, for your patience and for working with us during this time.

Please continue to check ncf.edu, NCF email, texts and social media channels throughout the day. Reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Details from Thursday afternoon:

Students: The campus is still closed.

There will be no classes through Friday, September 30. For your safety, do not come to campus. Power is still an issue on parts of campus and there are some water concerns. Dining services are also not available. 

Travel to the area is risky at this time. 

The residence halls are closed. They will reopen only after a thorough campus assessment has been conducted and campus officials are given the all-clear. Our dedicated facilities team and Campus Police will start the assessment process. 

Employees (except for critical, storm-related personnel), for their safety, are not to come to the College until we get the all-clear. Please contact your supervisor about planning for your area.

We will provide more information about classes, campus operations, and planning for students, faculty, and staff when those details become available. Check for the latest at ncf.edu, NCF email, and social media channels.

Thank you, Novos, for your help throughout this weather emergency! Please reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions.

 

 

 

 

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Details from Wednesday:

The campus is closed. There will be no classes through Friday, September 30. 

For your safety, do not come to campus. Dangerous storm surges, high winds, and flooding can occur with this hurricane. These hazardous conditions mean emergency services may not be available to help you.

The residence halls are closed. Students have been activating their emergency plans. Those without a place to stay will be sheltered at Booker High School starting today and until further notice.

Employees (except for critical, storm-related personnel), for their safety, are not to come to the College until the danger has passed. Please contact your supervisor about planning for your area.

Campus buildings and equipment have undergone the College’s storm plan assessment and precaution protocols.

Residence halls will reopen after a thorough assessment of the campus has been conducted once the storm has passed, and campus officials are given the all-clear. 

Decisions and details about resuming classes will be made after Hurricane Ian moves through our area.

Campus Police are available 24/7 for our College during this storm and always. They are also aware of generators in various buildings on campus, including academic buildings, and are monitoring that equipment to ensure continuity.

Please activate your personal storm preparations to help ensure your safety and monitor local weather reporting.

We will provide more information about post-storm conditions, campus operations, and planning for students, faculty, and staff when those details become available.

Updates about the campus, classes and operations will continue to be shared on ncf.edu, and via NCF email and social media channels.

Thank you, Novos, for your help throughout this weather emergency! Please reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions.

 

 

 

 

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Previous details:

STUDENTS: NOW

Be sure you are implementing your evacuation plan.

STUDENTS: TOMORROW

  • Residence halls will close by 8 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27. No students are permitted to stay in the residence halls once they are closed at 8 a.m. tomorrow. If you need to go to a shelter tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27, Booker High School (3201 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota) is expecting New College students. We’ll share additional information about the shelter’s hours so you can plan accordingly.

If you don’t have transportation to the shelter, please go to Sudakoff Conference Center tomorrow by 8:15 a.m. We’ll ensure that you get to the shelter.

  • What to bring to a shelter:
    • Pillows, blankets, and sleeping bags, or air mattresses.
    • Extra clothing, personal toiletries, towels, hand sanitizer, masks.
    • Your insurance cards, driver’s license, or photo ID.
    • Drinking water, snacks, or special foods.
    • Shelters have specific instructions for pets, some here.
  • Although full dining services will end after dinner tonight, Ham Center Cafe will be open at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27 for breakfast, with a limited selection.
    • Following breakfast, Ham Center will be closed through Friday evening. Please watch for future messages from the College about when food services will resume.

STUDENTS: THROUGH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

No classes at New College through Friday, September 30. More information about the week of October 3 to follow.

EMPLOYEES: NOW

Business operations continued as normal through the end of business today, Monday, September 26.

EMPLOYEES: TOMORROW

Only designated essential personnel should plan to report to campus tomorrow and through the end of this week. Please check with your supervisor for schedules and details.

EMPLOYEES: THROUGH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

If you are not an essential employee, do not report to campus starting tomorrow and through the rest of this week. Check with your supervisor about your specific situation. Further details about this time away will be shared in upcoming messages.

EQUIPMENT CARE

Detailed instructions were sent to you today from IT about the care of your computers, electronics, and sensitive equipment. Thank you for your attention to this important information.

STAY INFORMED:

Please continue to monitor your NCF emails, the ncf.edu website, and the NCF social media accounts throughout the storm. Reach out to [email protected] with questions.

THANK YOU, NOVOS! 

Our campus community has come together once again to help each other during this weather emergency. Thank you!

 

 

 

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Previous details:

 

All students are strongly encouraged to leave campus today. No students are permitted to stay in the residence halls once they are closed at 8 a.m. tomorrow. Please consider local shelters as a last resort, but they will be available.

 

  • Residence halls will close by 8 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27.
  • Full dining services will end after dinner tonight, Monday, September 26.
    • Ham Center Cafe will be open at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27 for breakfast, with a limited selection.
    • Following breakfast, Ham Center will be closed through Friday evening. Please watch for future messages from the College about when food services will resume.

BY 3 P.M. TODAY: 

All current residential students, please use this Google form now to share your evacuation plans. We need this form returned by 3 p.m. today, Monday, September 26.

  • We are still waiting for final information from the nearby counties for our designated shelter.

TUESDAY MORNING, SEPTEMBER 27:

  • Students who do not have transportation to a shelter, please arrive at Sudakoff Conference Center by tomorrow morning, Tuesday, September 27 at 8:15 a.m., and we will ensure that you have transportation. More information will be provided as it is made available. Here are the links to the current shelter information:
  • What to bring to a shelter:
    • Pillows, blankets, and sleeping bags or air mattresses.
    • Extra clothing, personal toiletries, towels, hand sanitizer, masks.
    • Your insurance cards, driver’s license or photo ID.
    • Drinking water, snacks or special foods.
    • Shelters have specific instructions for pets
  • Residence halls will reopen as soon as it is safe and weather conditions permit. We will share updated information as soon as we know our campus status.

Campus and Staff Operations/Preparations for Leaving Campus

Employees: Business operations will continue through the end of today, Monday, September 26. If you have special circumstances, please let your supervisor know. Only designated essential personnel should plan to report to campus tomorrow and through the end of this week. Further details about this time away will be shared in upcoming messages.

Facilities/Buildings and Equipment Care

Specific instructions are being sent to you today from IT about the care of your computers, electronics and sensitive equipment.

As Novos, we will navigate this weather emergency together. You and your safety are our first concern. Thank you for your help and understanding!

Please continue to monitor your campus email as well as our social media channels and the ncf.edu website for further updates and notifications. This is a very fluid severe weather situation and we appreciate your understanding.

 

 

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Previous details:

Conditions: A Hurricane Watch has been issued along the West Coast of Florida, from north of Englewood to the Anclote River (including Tampa Bay). Hurricane conditions are possible along the West Coast within the Hurricane Watch area on Wednesday, with tropical storm conditions possibly beginning by Tuesday night.

Classes: New College of Florida administration has decided to cancel all classes effective 10 a.m. today, Monday, September 26. Classes are also canceled on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

The campus is currently open for operations, including dining and residence halls.

  • Students should implement their personal emergency evacuation plans now.
  • Students should also immediately communicate their travel plans to their family members to help alleviate any concerns.
  • Students with specific and immediate questions can contact Lisa Buck at [email protected] or (941) 487 4449.

Our next message today will provide more details about residence life, dining and operations throughout the rest of the week. Staff procedures for the week will also be detailed.

Everyone’s safety is our ultimate concern. We are focused on you and your needs, and we are working to ensure that you have the information you need to stay safe.

Additional Resources:

New College Campus Police: (941) 487-4210

Other Local Information:

Manatee County Emergency Management: (941) 749-3500

Sarasota County Emergency Management: (941) 861-5000

Please continue to monitor your campus email as well as our social media channels and the ncf.edu website for further updates and notifications. This is a very fluid severe weather situation and we appreciate your understanding.