University Announcements

2/08/2013 10:44 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development    
Re:  Closing Announcement - Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February 9

Friday, February 8  classes that begin at Noon or later are cancelled.  Offices will close at 12:30pm.  The 8th Street and Jonas parking lots will be closed at 3pm to allow for snow removal.   All vehicles must be removed from these lots by 3pm.  Faculty and staff with overnight parking privileges can park in the Babbio lot.

Saturday, February 9 classes are cancelled.

12/14/2012 4:52 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice Chair, Emergency Management Team     
Re:  Campus Water Supply Update

Here is an update on the campus water supply interruption:

• Water has been restored to the Howe Center
• Low water pressure continues in Residence Halls with the exception of CPA and River Terrace
• Low water pressure continues in the Library, Schaefer, and Walker
• Roadway water flow continues in the Howe Center area, Stanley Drive, and 8th Street
• Lower campus (south of the Gate House) has not been effected

Also:

• Stay clear of areas that are taped off
• Use caution on wet streets and sidewalks
• Avoid driving in the Howe Center area

The source of the continuing problem is a broken pipe located under the Howe Center Circle.   On Saturday, December 15, that repair will take place.    The excavation will begin at 7am, and around 10am water service to Jacobus, Hayden, and Davis Halls will be shut down.   All other buildings will have water service as described above.  The project will be completed by 6pm.      Once the repairs are made, the water supply and pressure should return to normal.    

Thank you for your patience.   If you have any safety concerns contact Campus Police at 201,216.5105.

12/14/2012 5:20 am

To:       The Stevens Community
From:   Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice Chair, Emergency Management Team  
Re:       Campus Water Supply

The campus continues to be impacted by underground water supply problems in the vicinity of the Howe Center and CPA. As we begin operations on Friday the following conditions are expected:

• No water available in the Howe Center
• Low water pressure in most Residence Halls
• Roadway water flow in the Howe Center area, Stanley Drive, and 8th Street
• Food options may be limited in the Pierce Dining Room
• Those with offices or activities in the Howe Center will need to use restrooms in other buildings
• Lower campus appears not to be affected

Also:

• Stay clear of areas that are taped off
• Use caution on wet streets and sidewalks
• Avoid driving in the Howe Center area

Physical Plant staff and contractors have been working through the overnight to locate and resolve the problems and will continue those efforts on Friday. We’ll provide updates to the Stevens community until water service is fully restored.

Overall, our plan is to conduct university operations as normal as possible.   Thank you for your patience.   If you have any safety concerns contact Campus Police at 201,216.5105.

11/06/2012 12:05pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  George Korfiatis, Provost and University Vice President and Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development
Re:  Storm Recovery – Final Update

This will be the final storm recovery update.   With the resumption of classes on Wednesday, November 7, Stevens will return to normal operations.  This morning we learned that power has been restored to 406 Jefferson.  With that good news, power has been restored to all Stevens leased housing facilities.     

The storm recovery link on the Stevens home page will be moved on Wednesday to the “News” section under “Announcements”.

We would like to express our gratitude again to all the members of the Stevens Emergency Management Team, and to all other staff that supported the EMT, for their absolute and total dedication and extraordinary efforts during the past 10 days.  Paramount in their plans and actions was the safety and well-being of our students.   In this regard, they earned the highest marks and the appreciation of the entire Stevens community.

A special thanks to our students who demonstrated extraordinary character during Superstorm Sandy.  They were responsive, collaborative and upbeat. Our student volunteer activities in Hoboken had tremendous impact on the community.   We would like to thank parents and families for their patience and cooperation.

Stevens returns to normal operations with the understanding that many in our region and some of our families continue to face hardships.  As time permits, members of the Stevens community will continue to volunteer in Hoboken and we are prepared to assist individual students who face storm related difficulties.

11/05/2012 5:14 pm

To: Faculty, Teaching Personnel, Staff and Students
From:  George P.  Korfiatis, Provost and University VP
Re: Revised Academic Calendar

Dear Colleagues and Stevens Students:

I hope all of you are safe and coping well with the aftermath of this storm.  In order to ensure business continuity and timely completion of the Fall 2012 semester, we have revised the academic calendar. This revised academic calendar applies to both undergraduate and graduate courses that are on a semester schedule, including webcampus courses.

There will be no examinations or quizzes administered from Wednesday, November 7th through Friday, November 9th and student absences will not require a dean's note this week.

All missed instructional days will be made up and all course learning outcomes will be met.  The semester, originally ending on Friday, December 7th is extended to Tuesday, December 18th thus making up the seven missed days of classes (Monday-Friday, October 29th – November 2nd and Monday-Tuesday, November 5th-6th).

Faculty should promptly revise their course syllabus with respect to deliverables and course requirements for the rest of the Fall Semester and communicate it to the students.

There will be no scheduled Final Examination period.  The decision as to whether or not it is necessary to administer an in-class final exam is at the discretion of each instructor.  Instructors who feel that alternative methods (such as take-home exams) can be effectively used to assess student learning are encouraged to pursue them.

If an in-class final exam is to be given, the instructor must notify the registrar’s office (Annette.Feliciano@stevens.edu) no later than November 12, 2012, with the desired time slot(s) and date(s).  The registrar will make sure that potential conflicts and overloads are managed appropriately and, in collaboration with the faculty, will develop a final exam schedule for distribution to the students by November 19, 2012. If an in-class final is to be given, the Honor Board seating requirements are waived. Seating charts are strongly encouraged.

Final grades are due by 5PM on December 21st (the usual 72 hours after the last exam).

Your cooperation in completing this semester as smoothly as possible and giving due consideration to the hardships that this storm has brought upon every member of our community is greatly appreciated.

11/05/2012 2:39 pm

To:       All Undergraduate Students
From:   Kenneth Nilsen, Dean of Student Life
Re:       Storm Recovery Assistance

While most students will be able to resume normal college life activities, some may be experiencing obstacle in doing so.  Some face damage from flooded apartments, family concerns, or commuting problems.   I want you to know that as a community we are concerned about all of our members.

If you, or a student you know needs assistance contact me so we can discuss what solutions and options that are available.

I can be reached via email at knilsen@stevens.edu or by phone at 201.216.5699.  You are also welcome to meet with me in person, please send me an email so we can schedule a time to meet.

11/05/2012 11:37 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re:  Storm Recovery Update

Here is this morning’s update:

▪ Residence Life:  Power has been restored to all Stevens leased housing with the exception of 406 Jefferson

▪ Resumption of Classes on Wednesday, November 7:  Wednesday class schedule will be in effect.   Additional information concerning the balance of fall 2012 academic calendar is forthcoming. 

11/04/2012 2:49 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery Update

Sunday, November 4, 2012

▪ Residence Life:  Today power was restored to 800 Madison, 828 Garden, 1036 Park, 110 Washington, and 538 Washington

▪ Parking Lots:  Students with valid hang tags are expected to move their vehicles to the CPA or River lots  

▪ Library: Open until 1:00am.  Normal operations starting on Monday, November 5

▪ Sunday Pierce Dining Schedule:  5-8:00pm

▪ Schaefer Center:  Normal operating hours have resumed

Monday, November 4, 2012

▪ Student Health Center:  Normal operations resume with physicians hours as scheduled 

▪ Starting on Monday temporary parking passes will be available at the Howe Center desk for faculty, staff and student-commuters who typically use mass transit

▪ Food:  Normal operations in the Pierce Dining Hall; CJs open from 8am- 6pm

Other

▪ Polling locations in New Jersey will be open on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 from 6:00am to 8:00pm.   Polling location information can be found at: http://voterhub.us/index.php?page=polls&state=NJ&zip=07030&title=Find+Polling+Place

▪ Car Pool Information:  Stevens has a website (https://www.carpoolworld.com/stevens) for those who are looking to carpool to and from campus

11/04/2012 11:00 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  George Korfiatis, Provost and University Vice President and Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development
Re: Resumption of Classes Postponed until Wednesday, November 7 - Offices Reopen on Monday, November 5

The Stevens administration and the Emergency Management Team has postponed the resumption of classes until Wednesday, November 7.   Offices will reopen on Monday, November, 5.

This decision will allow additional time for infrastructure recovery in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area.   We have considered the concerns expressed by some students, parents, and other members of the Stevens community in making this change.

We will continue to keep the community informed as Stevens moves towards the full resumption of operations.

11/03/2012 4:45 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  George Korfiatis, Provost and University Vice President and Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development
Re: Resumption of Operations

This afternoon power was restored to the campus.  All campus buildings have heat, hot water, and electricity.  Power has not yet been restored to all Stevens leased housing buildings.

We would like you to take note of the following:

▪ On Monday, November 5 classes will resume and all offices will reopen

▪ Homework and other assignments that were due during the week of October 29 will be reassigned new due dates starting on Monday, November 5

▪ Students who reside in Stevens Housing are free to return to their rooms at any time

▪ Students who reside in Stevens leased housing, which do not yet have power, will be provided on campus accommodations

▪ Sunday Pierce Dining Schedule:  9-11:00am; Noon-2:00pm; 5-8:00pm.   Normal operations will resume on Monday, November 5

▪ Schaefer Center:  Saturday, November 3 the Fitness Center and Canavan Arena will be open until 8:00pm; Sunday, November 5 Noon-11pm.   The pool will not be available until Monday, November 5.  

We would like to express our gratitude to all the members of the Stevens Emergency Management Team, and to all other staff that supported the EMT, for their absolute and total dedication and extraordinary efforts during this historic week. Our leadership and dedicated staff in the Information Technology, Physical Plant, Student Life, Residence Life, Athletics, Campus Police, and Sodexo, went beyond the call of duty to keep our students safe and comfortable and the campus running under very difficult conditions. Our students demonstrated extraordinary character during this crisis period. They were responsive, collaborative and upbeat. Our student volunteer activities in Hoboken had tremendous impact on the community. We are all very proud of you!!

11/02/2012 6:30 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery Update

▪ The timeline for power restoration is uncertain.  The Emergency Management Team is assuming that it will be at least several more days before power is restored to campus.

▪ While hot showers have been restored to all on campus residence halls, heat is in short supply.  The Emergency Management Team is looking to secure additional generators to power up some heating units.

▪ EAS classrooms will be available until 10:30pm on Friday and will reopen on Saturday at 9:00am  

▪ “Shelter in Place” will be in effect from 11pm tonight until 8am on Saturday.  Stay on campus during evening and overnight hours.   

▪ Saturday Pierce Dining Schedule:  9-10:30am; Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

▪ Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00am on Sunday, November 4.   Turn your clocks back one hour and enjoy the extra hour of sleep

▪ A decision whether classes will be held on Monday, November 5 will be issued by Noon on Sunday, November 4.

▪ Communications to parents has been part of our effort to keep all concerned constituents informed.  The following newsletter was sent to parents on Thursday:  http://e2.ma/message/fb65c/39k3b

▪ Stevens Professor Rainer Martini offers a first-hand account of the tireless efforts of Stevens volunteers in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy at: http://www.stevens.edu/news/content/unforgettable-sight-stevens-students-aid-sandy-recovery  

11/02/2012 5:50 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery Update

▪ Hot water for showers is available in Hayden, Davis, Jonas, Humphreys, Palmer, and CPA. Many thanks to the Physical Plant staff for restoring hot water.

▪ Be prepared to display your Stevens ID to gain entry to campus buildings

▪ EAS classrooms will be available until 10:30pm on Thursday.  A microwave is available on the 2^nd floor.

▪ EAS classrooms will be available from 9:00am until 10:30pm on Friday, November 2, 2012.

▪ “Shelter in Place” will be in effect from 11pm tonight until 8am on Friday.  Stay on campus during evening and overnight hours.   

▪ Offices will be closed on Friday, November 2

▪ Friday Pierce Dining Schedule:  9-10:30am; Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

▪ A decision whether classes will be held on Monday, November 4 will be issued by Noon on Sunday, November 3.

▪ Due dates for academic projects and homework assignments are extended until the resumption of classes

▪ Enrollment for Spring 2013 classes is rescheduled for November 12-16

▪ Those with questions or concerns can call the Stevens Storm Hotline at 201.216.5100. In emergencies, please call the Campus Police Emergency number at 201.216.3911

11/01/2012 12:21 pm

Stevens offices are closed on Friday, November 2, 2012.

11/01/2012 11:55 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery: Hot Water and Other Updates

▪ Hot water for showers is available in Hayden, Davis, and Jonas; in progress is hot water restoration in Humphreys, Palmer, and CPA

▪ Thursday Pierce Dining Schedule:  Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

▪ EAS classrooms are available

▪ Those who are available to volunteer should report to City Hall located on Washington Street between 1^st and Newark Street.  Upon arrival sign in to obtain an assignment.

10/31/2012 6:30 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery Update

This afternoon President Farvardin, Provost Korfiatis and the Emergency Management Team met with students and other members of the Stevens community.  The following information is in response to the issues raised and other general announcements:

▪ The Provost announced that due dates for academic projects and homework assignments are extended until the resumption of classes

▪ Parents or family members coming to Stevens to pick their son or daughter may encounter a police check point.  At the check point, inform officers that you are heading to Stevens.   If you encounter any difficulties, please call the Stevens Help Line at 201.216.5100 for assistance.     

▪ EAS classrooms will be available until 10:30pm on Wednesday

▪ “Shelter in Place” will be in effect from 11pm tonight until 8am on Thursday.   Stay on campus at all times.

▪ Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 1

▪ Thursday morning we’ll provide information about access to hot showers

▪ Thursday Pierce Dining Schedule:  9-10:30am; Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

▪ A decision whether classes will be held on Monday, November 4 will be issued by Noon on Sunday, November 3.

10/31/2012 5:25 pm

Stevens offices are closed on Thursday, November 1, 2012. 

10/31/2012 12:35 pm

Letter from President Farvardin

Dear Members of the Stevens Community,

You have been receiving regular updates from the Emergency Management Team throughout our storm preparations and now, during the aftermath of this devastating hurricane.     

I am writing first, to assure you that all members of the community, both those on campus and those who are in off-campus housing, are safe.  We are in constant communication with students both on and off-campus, and are providing them with regular updates about safety, status of operations, meals, and information from the City of Hoboken.

Our primary goal during this period and the near future continues to be ensuring the safety of all members of the Community.

The Stevens campus continues to experience some severe challenges, most significantly, a power outage in most buildings on campus, including residence halls.   

After much deliberation, we have decided to cancel classes through Saturday, Nov. 3rd.  We will determine the status of office closings on a day-to-day basis.  

I want to take this opportunity to commend all members of the Stevens community for their good judgment, hard work and cooperation during the last 48 hours.  Although Hoboken and Stevens were in a very vulnerable position during the hurricane event, we were very fortunate not to have any injuries or human impact.  

I also want to take this time to acknowledge the tremendous efforts of the Emergency Management Team and those members of campus community who have led our campus efforts to anticipate, plan, and implement our emergency response and keep our community safe, fed, and in communication with each other.

Students, faculty, and staff who are in close proximity to campus are invited to attend a Stevens community meeting at 2pm today in the DeBaun Auditorium.

We hope to be back to normal operations very soon.  In the meantime, continue to use good judgment and stay safe.

Sincerely,

Nariman Farvardin

President

10/31/2012 10:30 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery, Classes Cancelled Through Saturday, November 3 & Community Meeting at 2pm today

▪ Classes are cancelled through Saturday, November 3.   Decisions on office openings/closings will be made on a day by day basis.

▪ The campus continues to experience a wide spread power outage and the restoration timeline is unknown. 

▪ Students in Hoboken are invited to a community meeting at 2pm today in DeBaun Auditorium.   President Farvardin, Provost Korfiatis, and the Emergency Management Team will address the current situation and discuss plans for the next few days.

▪ EAS classrooms will be available until 10:30pm on Wednesday

▪ Wednesday, October 31 Pierce Dining Schedule:  Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

▪ Enrollment for Spring 2013 classes is rescheduled for November 12-16

10/30/2012 8:45 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Ken Nilsen, Dean of Student Life
Re: Stevens phone system operating

As of 8:15 PM this evening the Stevens phone system is up and running.

For emergencies please call the Campus Police emergency number 201.216.3911.

For general inquiries please call 201.216.5100

10/30/2012 3:40 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Storm Recovery & Stevens Closed on Wednesday, October 31

▪ On Wednesday, October 31st classes are cancelled and offices closed

▪ Most of the campus remains without power, but the EAS classrooms will be available until 10:30pm tonight.   Please bring your Stevens ID.

▪ Pierce Dining will close at 5:30pm today

▪ “Shelter in Place” will be in effect from 11pm tonight until 8am on Wednesday.   Stay on campus at all times.

▪ Wednesday, October 31st Pierce Dining Schedule:  9am-10:30am; Noon-1:30pm; 4-5:30pm

10/30/2012 9:44 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re:  Storm Update

▪ Shelter in Place is lifted. The City of Hoboken curfew remains in effect until 6 pm Tuesday.

▪ Most of campus is without power, but the EAS building has power. EAS classrooms will be available from 10 am to 4 pm to recharge devices.

▪ Pierce Dining Hall is open starting at noon with a limited menu.

▪ A decision about opening or closing on Wednesday will be made at 6 pm today.

▪ Communications will be posted on Stevens Facebook and Twitter on an ongoing basis.

10/30/2012 3:05 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re:  Contact Number for Emergency

Until further notice please use 201.401.6500 for all campus emergencies.

10/29/2012 11:17 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re:  Power Outage on Campus

The campus is currently experiencing a power outage.   Continue to “Shelter in Place” until this directive is lifted.   

Be aware of the following:
▪ the use of candles is prohibited
▪ River Terrace and Jonas residents should not use the elevator
▪ In case of emergencies contact Campus Police at 201.216.3911

The Emergency Management Team, support staff, and Campus Police will are monitoring conditions during the overnight.  Stay calm and get a good night’s sleep.

10/29/2012 2:00 pm

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Hurricane Sandy Update – Pierce Closing at 2pm & “Shelter in Place” in Effect at 5pm

The following is an afternoon update:

▪The Pierce Dining Hall will close at 2pm today.  “To go” meals are available. 

▪If you go outside, be aware of your surroundings, especially falling tree limbs.

▪“Shelter in Place” will be in effect starting at 5pm today.   At that time, all campus residents are required to remain indoors until the “shelter in place” directive is lifted.

10/29/2012 11:25 am

To:  The Stevens Community
From:  Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re:  Hurricane Sandy Update - Wittpenn Walk & No Driving in Hoboken starting at 4pm

Effective immediately Wittpenn Walk is closed due to the danger of falling tree limbs.   Use Field House Road if you need to travel between the lower and upper portions of campus. 

The City of Hoboken has issued a directive that starting at 4pm today driving on city streets is prohibited with the exception of emergency vehicles.

10/29/2012 10:08 am

To: The Stevens Community
From: Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development and Vice-Chair, Emergency Management Team
Re: Hurricane Sandy Update

The Emergency Management Team and support staff are monitoring campus conditions. The following is this morning’s update:

▪When weather conditions warrant, a “shelter in place” announcement will be issued. At that time, all campus residents are required to remain indoors until the “shelter in place” directive is lifted.

▪ Do not go near the Hudson River or venture into flooded areas in Hoboken.

▪ Those with questions or concerns can call the Stevens Storm Hotline at 201.216.5100. In emergencies, please call the Campus Police Emergency number at 201.216.3911.

▪ Make sure that you are signed up to receive emergency text messages. You can sign up for the Stevens Emergency Campus Alerts through your myStevens page.

The Emergency Management Team and support staff will be on 24-hour duty for the duration of the storm. Please stay safe and watch out for one another. If you need assistance, call Campus Police at 201.216.5105.

10/28/2012 8:25 pm

To: The Stevens Community
From: Joe Stahley, Assistant Vice President for Student Development
Re: Storm Preparations and Stevens Closed Monday, October 29 and Tuesday, October 30

Preparations are continuing for the arrival of the incoming storm. In addition to Monday, October 29, classes are also cancelled and offices are closed on Tuesday, October 30.

Make sure that you are signed up to receive emergency text messages. You can sign up for the Stevens Emergency Campus Alerts through your myStevens page.

We will soon begin to the see the effects of the storm and the forecast calls for it to last for several days. Stevens will provide regular updates.

The Emergency Management Team and support staff will be on 24 hour duty for the duration of the storm. Please stay safe and watch out for each other. If you need assistance, call Campus Police at 201.216.5105.

10/28/2012 3:25 pm

10/26/2012 7:12 pm