Oakland University to implement an emergency closure on Thursday, January 15.

Posted: Thursday, January 15 at 9:34 AM

Oakland University will be closed for afternoon and evening classes on Thursday, January 15, 2026, due to excessive snowfall.

During a university closure, all on-campus, in-person classes are canceled and all but essential University operations cease. Scheduled classes may be held virtually or canceled at the discretion of the instructor. Students unsure of the status of their classes should contact their instructors for course-specific information.

Any campus activities outside of classes are also canceled unless communicated otherwise. Campus community members interested in the operating status of campus facilities including Kresge Library, Oakland Center and the Recreation Center; as well as those inquiring about campus food services, should check those facilities' web sections for additional information.

University auxiliaries such as Meadow Brook Theatre and the Oakland University Art Gallery may elect to remain open. Visitors should check with these organizations for additional information.

Decisions regarding various changes in university operations due to severe weather are made independently as conditions warrant. During any change in operations, it should not be assumed that additional changes will be made in conjunction with any other.

The university appreciates the patience and cooperation of campus community members as efforts are made to balance OU's commitment to delivering quality educational programs with the need to ensure personal safety during severe weather events.