Winter Weather Update: February 24, 2026

Dear colleagues,

Harvard College and FAS-based Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) classes will be held in person on campus tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24. If local conditions make travel unsafe, faculty may, at their discretion, teach remotely, reschedule their class, or make alternative arrangements to cover course material. Faculty should communicate directly with students regarding their plans and expectations. Graduate students should check in with their respective programs regarding any updates to closures and schedules. Course heads should guide instructional support staff, including TFs, TAs, and CAs, on expectations for sections and labs. For information about the Division of Continuing Education (DCE), please visit their website.

We extend our sincere thanks to the essential staff and facilities crews who have worked tirelessly to make it possible for us to return to campus. Even with these significant efforts, snow removal remains ongoing in many areas. Please allow extra time for travel and use caution, as conditions may vary and work will continue throughout the day.

All non-essential employees should continue to work remotely if they can do so effectively. FAS staff members who need to significantly alter their schedules due to conditions in their local area or due to other personal circumstances (such as dependent care needs) should be in contact with their supervisors. If their work cannot be performed remotely, they may take an excused absence pursuant to the Inclement Weather Policy. Additional guidance can be found on the FAS HR website.

Essential employees should report to work as scheduled unless their supervisor or department leadership instructs otherwise. Essential personnel who find themselves in a specific circumstance that would make travel unsafe must contact their supervisor as soon as possible to obtain approval to be absent.

Additional details and specific guidance are outlined below.

  • Residential dining services will proceed as normal.
  • The Student Center at Harvard Griffin GSAS will resume normal dining options.
  • Please monitor the Harvard Library and the Harvard Museums of Science and Culture websites for updates about hours and closures.
  • Please refer to the live shuttle tracker for estimated arrival times and exercise caution when navigating snowy conditions.

Please continue to monitor harvard.edu/emergency for updates. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Sincerely,

Mary Ann Bradley   
Interim Dean for Administration and Finance  
Faculty of Arts and Sciences 

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