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Emergency Alert
UDC Operating Remotely on Friday, Jan. 30

The University of the District of Columbia’s academic and administrative offices will conduct business remotely on Friday, Jan. 30. All on-campus activities, including athletic-related activities, are cancelled.

Campuses will reopen on Monday, Feb. 2.

Staff: Contact your immediate supervisor with questions or for further instruction regarding remote work expectations. 

Faculty: Reach out to your immediate supervisor and/or the dean for questions and further instruction regarding the transition to emergency remote instruction (ERI).  The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) is available to support faculty with instructional continuity, including support for Blackboard, Zoom, Webex and other teaching and learning technologies. 

CAL Faculty Support Resources

calhelpdesk@udc.edu 
Virtual Office Hours
Consultation Request Form

For learning technology tools and on-demand faculty resources, please visit CAL’s website.

Students: Due to inclement weather, the university will be closed to face-to-face operations. Instruction will be moved to emergency remote, including synchronous and asynchronous methods. Certain laboratory, clinical, and other hands-on classes for which in-person instruction is a requirement may necessitate a make-up lesson, but every effort will be made to pursue virtual learning to the extent possible. Where synchronous virtual instruction is intended, published class meeting times must be observed so that students’ schedules are not disrupted.

The safety and security of our students, faculty, staff, and the broader community remain our top priority. We will continue to provide updates regarding the status of the university’s academic and administrative offices as conditions change.

Please continue to check our website and social media channels for the latest information.

If you have any safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For all immediate emergencies, call 911.

Thank you for your continued dedication to our students and to UDC’s mission. 

Maintenance Tips

Student Housing Guide

How to Submit Maintenance Requests to Get Results

Use the Online Portal or App

Submit non-emergency requests (like broken lights, appliance issues, plumbing leaks, pest concerns) via your housing portal, app or dedicated website.

Complete the form below to report a maintenance issue in your unit. Providing clear and specific information will help us respond more efficiently.

Housing and Residence Life Maintenance request

Provide clear details:

  • Specify the exact location (e.g., “kitchen sink by cabinet A”)
  • Describe the issue, how often it happens, and note when it began.

Know the Response Times

  • Routine requests are typically addressed within 24–72 hours, depending on workload and parts availability.
  • For emergencies—like flooding, major leaks, electrical sparks, no heating/ac—call immediately or contact housing staff directly instead of submitting online

Be Specific and Organized

  • Submit one issue per request to avoid confusion and ensure proper tracking.
  • If the problem persists after repair, follow up separately rather than reopening an old ticket.

Track Progress

  • Use your portal or app to see current status, check estimated schedules, and view any technician notes
  • Retain confirmation/tracking numbers in case you need to follow up.

Understand Emergency Protocols

  • For urgent issues like gas leaks, flooding, or lockouts, call the dedicated emergency number or front desk immediately—even if you've submitted an online ticket
  • Notify your RA or front-desk staff to ensure immediate escalation

While You Wait

  • Temporarily tidy the area around the problem (e.g., clear clutter for pest control or maintenance access). Cleanliness helps technicians complete their work efficiently.
  • For pests: keep food sealed, trash removed, and room cleaned before treatment

Contact Us

For full details, housing applications and policy updates, contact our office:

Office of Housing and Residence Life

202-274-6570
housing@udc.edu

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