Information Regarding Campus Operations
St. Edward's University will be remote on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 and Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 due to winter weather conditions. Your safety and well-being are our top priority.
Please carefully review the important information below regarding campus operations, resources and safety tips, and continue to monitor this page for the latest updates.
Class Instruction
- All weekend classes will be fully remote.
Faculty and Staff
- Only essential on-campus employees should report to work, if they can do so safely.
- If you're unsure of your work status, please contact your supervisor.
On-Campus Events
- All in-person events scheduled on Saturday, Jan. 24 and Sunday, Jan. 25 are canceled.
Building Access
- All campus buildings will have controlled access, with the exception of Ragsdale for dining services.
- Please use your university ID for entry.
- The Recreation and Athletic Center (RAC) will be closed on Saturday and Sunday.
- The Munday Library will be closed on Saturday and Sunday. Online services will be available.
On-Campus Dining
- Visit Topper Eats for available on-campus dining options. You can also check Topper Eats’ social media for latest updates: Instagram and Facebook.
Campus Ministry
- Sunday Mass services are canceled.
On-Campus Housing
- All student residential communities remain staffed. Live-in personnel will continue rounds to address student concerns.
- Residential students should contact their RA for any specific questions or needs.
- For facility emergencies, such as heat or water leaks, please contact the RA on-call at 512-342-4100 or UPD (University Police Department) at 512-448-8444.
If you're an off-campus student and need temporary room accommodations, contact the RA on-call at 512-342-4100.
Emotional and Emergency Support
- Students: For emotional support, call the Hilltopper Helpline at 833-434-1217, available 24/7.
- Employees: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available at 800-343-3822.
- The Huddle Emergency Food Pantry across from Hunt Hall and the HCC is open 24/7 and accessible with your university ID.
Campus Safety Tips
Facilities and UPD staff continue to maintain a safe campus, but please be mindful that roads, sidewalks, walkways and other surfaces may be icy. We need your cooperation to stay safe:
- Only go outside if necessary. Allow extra time if walking or driving.
- Please use designated accessible paths when walking on campus.
- Proactively charge your mobile devices.
- Follow the "4 P's" for winter safety (People, Pets, Pipes, and Plants).
- Visit the City of Austin’s Winter Weather Preparedness website for more safety tips.
- For up-to-date storm and weather information, check:
Future Communication
- Updates on campus operations will be sent via text, email, employee communications, and social media.
- For RAVE emergency alerts, please make sure your contact information is current by updating it in SEU Alerts through myHilltop.
If you’re on campus and need assistance, or observe unsafe conditions, don’t hesitate to contact University Police at 512-448-8444 (call or text).
Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe!