Lipscomb students have been given the go-ahead to return to campus after frigid winter weather prevented the spring semester’s start.

University president Randy Lowry emailed students Monday afternoon, saying that students who were delayed from returning to campus after Saturday’s announcement of the postponed semester can now return to Lipscomb.

He also mentioned the measures the school is taking in regards to the low temperatures.

“Again, Lipscomb thanks you for your patience as we have dealt with issues presented by a weather event that has affected much of the country,” Lowry wrote. “We were fortunate that, in Nashville, the expected snow accumulation did not materialize, however, the life-threatening, single-digit temperatures did and are predicted to continue through Tuesday. (In light of that particular issue, the university has back-up heating resources that have been tested and are in place should utilities in the area need to reduce service levels in light of the very high demand presently in play here.)

“So this is to let you know that students who have delayed their return to campus, as requested, can start returning. Please make your travel decisions wisely.”

Lowry noted that faculty members will work with students who are still unable to leave their homes due to weather conditions.

All undergraduate classes are still cancelled for Tuedsay (including undergraduate evening classes), but graduate classes on Tuesday evening will follow the class disruption policy. These students should be in communication with their respective professors. Monday night graduate classes are cancelled.

Lowry also mentioned that campus services, such as food, security, health and other student services, are all on a regular schedule. 

Photo credit: Bridgette Begle

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