Power and water have slowly begun to return to Western North Carolina two weeks after Tropical Storm Helene tore through the area Sept. 27, and many colleges across the region have been issuing regular updates on the process of reopening to students and staff.
Here’s what to know about WNC college operations two weeks post-Helene.
When will classes resume at UNC Asheville?
On Oct. 9, UNCA announced that all classes would be moving online for the rest of the fall 2024 semester. Online coursework will begin Oct. 28.
Faculty and staff will be allowed to return to campus once the campus has drinkable water.
For information, visit new.unca.edu/bulldogalert/.
When will classes resume at Appalachian State University?
Classes at App State will resume Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 5 p.m. with Adverse Weather Condition 1 in effect until further notice.
Students should check their email and monitor ASULearn and course webpages. If in-person and/or remote learning is not possible, students are encouraged to reach out to their faculty or department chairs. Faculty can use Zoom for synchronous class meetings and AsULearn communication tools for announcements and asynchronous discussions.
For information, visit appstatealert.com.
When will classes resume at Western Carolina University?
WCU’s most recent update suspended all classes, including distance learning, through Friday, Oct. 11. Fall break Oct. 14-18 will continue as planned, allowing faculty and staff to recover, revise syllabi and prepare to resume normal operations.
Classes are set to resume in Cullowhee, Biltmore Park and online on Monday, Oct. 21. Students will be notified as soon as possible if class suspensions are extended.
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