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We want your Fairmont State University experience to start off right. That's why your life as a Falcon will begin with Welcome Week.
Winter Storm Fern and frigid temperatures have left many of us in a deep freeze with a number of issues: The conditions on primary roads are tenuous, many secondary roads are still not clear, and it is so cold that de-icers are barely having an impact on walkways.
As a result, a State of Emergency remains in effect and Governor Morrisey has told the public: “Please stay off the roads. Only go out if you have to.” Therefore, all campuses of Fairmont State University will operate remotely for the remainder of this week. We anticipate a return to regular operations on Monday, February 2.
We would like to take a moment to recognize and thank everybody in the Facilities Department who have battled terrible conditions this week in an effort to keep campus safe and accessible. Please say "thank you" next time you see them on campus.
Operational updates follow:
Some personnel necessary to the operation of the University, including those who work in the Physical Plant, Dining Services, the Falcon Center, and Public Safety, are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work. If it is unsafe to do so, please consult your supervisor.
The Weather Committee continues monitoring the impact of Winter Storm Fern on and off campus. If additional updates are necessary, they will be communicated in a timely manner through our emergency alert system, email, social media, and the University website.
Note that due to this weather system, we anticipate the top deck of the parking garage will remain closed for the coming days. (This location accounts for a significant portion of winter slip, trip, and fall injuries on campus. To support the integrity of the structure, salt or other ice melting agents cannot be used. Structural deterioration from de-icers can lead to major repairs costing hundreds of thousands of dollars.) The University will alert motorists via large yellow signs posted at the traffic circle, near Turley Center, and at the top of the hill.
We want your Fairmont State University experience to start off right. That's why your life as a Falcon will begin with Welcome Week.
Welcome Week is the first major program you will experience at Fairmont State. It's designed for all new students living on and off-campus or transferring to Fairmont State University, and it includes a variety of events to help you become acclimated to campus, succeed academically, and meet your fellow students. You will have the opportunity to participate in fun and memorable activities* including Convocation, tours of the city, a dance club, and more!
There will be some required components of the program to ensure you get the information you need to have successful start to your college journey!
Coming to college is a big lifestyle change for most students, and you will need some time and help to adjust. Students who attend Welcome Week are more confident when they start classes because they have had time to meet friends, know the expectations regarding academics, toured the campus, and have access to the college resources needed to feel settled.
Most of all, though, Welcome Week is fun (you'll have plenty of time for work later). Take Welcome Week as a chance to meet people and taste all the unforgettable experiences you'll have during your time at Fairmont State.
We can't wait to see you there!
*See the Student Life Calendar to view all events that are curretly listed for the upcoming academic year!
| Location | August 14 | August 15 | August 16 | August 17 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chick-fil-A | 11am-6pm | 11am-8pm | 11am-6pm | CLOSED |
| Starbucks | 8am-4pm | 8am-6pm | 8am-4pm | 8am-4pm |
| Nickel on Main | 6am-12am | 6 am-12 am | 6am-12am | 6am-12am |
3rd Floor Front Desk
Phone: 304-367-4141
Email: studentaffairsvp@fairmontstate.edu
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am - 4pm
1201 Locust Avenue
Turley Center
Fairmont, WV 26554