Straight Talk from the President - August 31, 2008
Dear Colleagues,
To ensure the safety of our students, the administrative team decided to cancel classes Tuesday, Sept. 2 and Wednesday, Sept. 3, due to Hurricane Gustav. Classes will begin Thursday, Sept. 4. We recommend that students do not travel Monday or Tuesday.
Residence halls, food services, the activity center and other student services will remain open all week. Executive staff and essential personnel should report to work Tuesday. Supervisors will contact these personnel.
During this trying time for our state, we encourage you to volunteer at any of the local shelters and human services agencies. If you would like to volunteer at ULM, please visit: www.ulm.edu/gustav
Beginning Monday, Sept. 1, ULM faculty, staff, and students who need assistance should call the ULM Gustav Crisis Hotline at (318) 342-7777 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. To listen to a recorded message with the most up-to-date information, call the ULM Update Line at (318) 342-7821.
The ULM community can also e-mail questions or concerns to emergencyinfo@ulm.edu
The administrative team continues to monitor the hurricane, and we will keep you apprised of any developments as they affect ULM.
Sincerely,
James E. Cofer
President