Late September 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend, causing widespread flooding and power outages in Southwest Florida.
Florida Gulf Coast University’s campus was not affected by the storm, and staff worked to clean up minor debris. Academic activities continued as normal, and the university returned to its regular schedule on Monday, September 30.
In response to Hurricane Milton, several universities in Florida, including the University of Florida, Florida International University, Miami Dade College, Florida Atlantic University, University of Central Florida, and Florida A&M University, closed campuses, suspended classes, and operations to ensure the safety of their students and staff.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for South Florida through Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Miami Dade College, Florida Atlantic University, University of Central Florida, and Florida A&M University announced the suspension of classes and operations through Thursday, October 10. They anticipated resuming normal operations on Friday, October 11.
The University of Florida canceled classes and closed offices from Wednesday through Thursday due to Hurricane Milton.
Florida Gulf Coast University also issued a weather advisory and closed campus from Tuesday, October 8 through Friday, October 11.
The National Hurricane Center expected the region to feel the storm’s impacts through Thursday afternoon.
The University of Central Florida anticipated reopening for normal operations on Saturday, October 12, with classes resuming on Monday, October 14.
Similarly, Florida A&M University’s satellite campuses were closed from Wednesday through Friday, with plans to reopen for normal operations on Saturday, October 12, and classes to resume on Monday, October 14.
All academic assignments and exams, including online classes, remained suspended until Monday.
Out of an abundance of caution, University of North Florida closed through Friday due to the anticipated weather impacts of Hurricane Milton. UNF said activities and events on campus are also canceled.
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) October 9, 2024
Peaceful evening views by FGCU Library… 🌙✨ #fgcu #sunset pic.twitter.com/kZsGFWzNHH
— Florida Gulf Coast University (@fgcu) September 30, 2024
Hurricane Milton – Update 2: #FGCU is closing campus to all activities and operations, including all events and classes, Tuesday, October 8 and will remain closed through Friday, October 11. For more information, visit https://t.co/RRh5XO14Sd. pic.twitter.com/jIAjWiRLcE
— Florida Gulf Coast University (@fgcu) October 7, 2024
Due to Hurricane #Milton, the UF campus will close and classes will be canceled on Wednesday, 10/9, continuing through Thursday, 10/10.
All academic and student-related activities, including @UFonline classes and exams, will also be canceled during that time. pic.twitter.com/JGBgSAiUn9
— FLORIDA (@UF) October 7, 2024
#FIUAlert: Hurricane Milton's landfall is now expected early Thursday, October 10th. Below is an updated schedule of FIU closures.
FIU will close:
•At 5 p.m. today, Tuesday October 8th
•Wednesday, October 9th
•Thursday, October 10thRead more: https://t.co/Qb9SgYvGmv
— FIU (@FIU) October 8, 2024
Weather Update: MDC is monitoring Hurricane #Milton and the Tropical Storm Warning for Miami-Dade County. Classes and operations will be suspended today at 5 p.m. through Thursday, Oct. 10. Classes are expected to resume Friday, Oct. 11. Stay safe and follow @MDCAlert for… pic.twitter.com/ZQMdFyCWCz
— Miami Dade College (@MDCollege) October 8, 2024
UCF is actively monitoring Hurricane Milton and will provide an update to the university community this evening. pic.twitter.com/KpDpaVNaWx
— UCF (@UCF) October 6, 2024
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