At this time, the College plans to follow its normal operating and class schedule for Friday, Nov. 11.    While conditions so far today (Thursday, Nov. 10) have been relatively calm, there remains a threat of severe weather through tomorrow (Friday Nov. 11). Forecasts still include the possibility of heavy rain, high winds and flooding in our region as a result of Tropical Storm Nicole.     As such, all students,… Read More »

At this time, the College plans to follow its normal operating and class schedule for Thursday, Nov. 10.   However, due to expected flooding and high winds from Tropical Storm Nicole, all students, faculty and staff should exercise caution traveling to and from campus on Thursday. If you cannot get to campus safely, you should… Read More »

The College’s Emergency Management Team continues to closely monitor Tropical Storm Nicole. Charleston and surrounding areas remain under a Tropical Storm Warning, meaning tropical storm conditions are expected within the next 36 hours.   At this time, the College remains on its normal operating schedule for Wednesday, Nov. 9. Residence Halls and all support services… Read More »

The College of Charleston Emergency Management Team is closely monitoring the track of Subtropical Storm Nicole. At this time there are no changes to the College’s normal operating schedule. Please check local news for the latest weather updates. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm to strengthen before it makes landfall on the east coast of Florida forecast currently as Wednesday.  Along the South Carolina coast, there… Read More »

This is a test of the COUGAR ALERT emergency notification system. If this had been an actual emergency, you would have received specific instructions and been directed to the College of Charleston’s emergency website at emergency.cofc.edu for information. This is also a good time to review safety procedures.  For information concerning campus crimes, go to… Read More »

Dear Campus Community,  The worst of the weather impacts from Hurricane Ian have moved past the Charleston region. However, certain areas of our campus and surrounding community remain flooded and have damage from today’s weather. Please use caution when moving about.  Campus will resume normal operations at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday October 1. This includes… Read More »

Dear Campus Community, The College continues to closely monitor Hurricane Ian as it comes ashore in South Carolina. Charleston County and surrounding areas remain under a Hurricane Warning and Flash Flood Warning. Everyone should remain indoors until the storm has passed. Even after the storm has passed, travel may be dangerous due to flooded streets and… Read More »

Dear Campus Community, The College of Charleston Emergency Management Team continues to monitor Tropical Storm Ian and work with state and local partners regarding its possible impact to the Charleston area and our campus. The National Weather Service has issued a Hurricane Warning for Charleston County. A Hurricane Warning means hurricane-force winds are expected within… Read More »

Dear Campus Community, Due to the expected impacts from Hurricane Ian, the College of Charleston is canceling in-person instruction for both Thursday, Sept. 29, and Friday, Sept. 30; faculty will update students regarding instructional plans for individual classes.   Business operations for the College will be closed for Thursday, Sept. 29, and Friday, Sept. 30.… Read More »

Dear Campus Community, The College of Charleston’s Emergency Management Team continues to meet and closely monitor the forecast for Hurricane Ian. College officials are also in regular contact with city, county and state leaders regarding the storm’s expected impact on South Carolina. Charleston and surrounding counties are currently under a Tropical Storm Watch and Storm Surge Watch. A… Read More »