KENNESAW, Ga. | Jan 31, 2026

Kennesaw State University will be OPEN and resume normal operations on Sunday, Feb. 1. 

The KSU community is encouraged to use caution both on campus and when traveling throughout the weekend. While snow accumulation on campus is minimal, the winter storm has affected North Georgia disproportionately, resulting in varying snowfall across the region with below-freezing temperatures.

As a reminder, KSU remains on modified operations through Saturday, Jan. 31. Please continue to follow the winter weather guidance during modified operations as noted below: 

• Essential Personnel: Essential personnel, those who have been identified by their supervisor as critical to university operations and maintenance, should report to campus. If conditions prevent safe travel, employees should consult with their supervisor. 
• Activities and Events: In-person activities are subject to change. Please check with the host department regarding modifications. 
• Campus Safety: KSU Police will continue to provide around-the-clock protection. They can be reached by phone at (470) 578-6666 for emergencies and (470) 578-6206 for non-emergency needs. 
• Academic and Administrative Buildings: All academic and administrative buildings will remain locked during modified operations; only personnel with building access will be able to enter buildings. 
• Residence and Dining Halls: During modified operations, residence and dining halls will continue to operate.  

Please visit the Campus Services Inclement Weather website for more details regarding modified hours of operation. 
 
The modified operations policy can be found on KSU’s Policy Portal.

How to Stay Informed  

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will provide updates on campus operations, including modified operations, delays, or closures, through: 

• KSU OEM website 
• Campus Services Inclement Weather website 
• Hours of operation for essential services including University Dining, Big Owl Bus service, etc.  
• Follow KSU social media channels on Facebook (KennesawStateUniversity) and Instagram (@kennesawstateuniversity) 
• KSU Emergency Email and Text Alert system 

To ensure you receive emergency alerts on your mobile phone, please keep your contact information up to date in OwlExpress (for students) and OneUSG Connect (for faculty and staff).

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university's vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.