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POLICY TITLE:

Delays and Cancellations Policy

APPLIES TO: All faculty, staff and students

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:

Marketing and Public Relations

APPROVED BY:

President Koffi C. Akakpo (Interim Approval)

EFFECTIVE DATE:

September 26, 2025

EXPIRATION DATE:

Sixth Months from Approval if Not Renewed or Made Permanent

NEXT REVIEW DATE:

POLICY STATEMENT:

In the event of inclement weather, information regarding university delays or closures will be communicated through the following official channels:

  • Local and regional television stations
  • Bred Alerts (text message notifications)
  • KSU News (email)
  • Official KSU social media accounts
  • By 6:00 A.M.

DEFINITIONS:

Delays: A temporary adjustment to the university's operating schedule. Classes (online and in-person) and university operations will begin at the designated delayed time. Essential personnel may be required to report as directed.

Cancellations: All classes and university operations are suspended for the day, unless otherwise noted. Essential personnel may still be required to report as directed.

PROCESS:

  1. Bred Alerts
  2. KSU Email, Social Media and Website
  3. Inform Local and Regional News Outlets
  4. Facility Updates
  5. Safety Updates via Weather Hazards

REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:

Monitor text messages via KSU's Bred Alerts

View KSU's Web site: www.kysu.edu

CONTACTS:

SubjectOfficeTelephoneE-mail
General QuestionsMarketing and PR(502) 597-7000news@kysu.edu

HISTORY:

Revision TypeDate of Issuance/RevisionDrafter(s)/Editor(s)
Issued (New Policy)September 2025Jessica Holman