(Updated Aug. 27, 2020)
GRAMBLING, La. – August 26, 2020 – Grambling State University officials announced that the campus will close Thursday, August 27 in anticipation of possibly dangerous weather.

According to the National Weather Service, Hurricane Laura is expected to make landfall near the Texas and Louisiana border as a major hurricane Wednesday evening. North Louisiana should experience tropical storm conditions Thursday. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and possible tornadoes are expected overnight Wednesday and through Thursday.

In-person and virtual classes will be suspended effective 5 p.m. August 26 through Thursday, August 27.

In-person and virtual classes will be suspended effective 5 p.m. August 26 through Thursday, August 27. Team members with essential job functions should report to work on campus. All other team members are not expected to work (on campus or remotely) during the University closure; this includes those team members who are approved to telework. If you have questions whether your work function is considered essential during inclement weather, please contact your supervisor. Registration for the fall semester has been extended through Tuesday, September 1.

Ongoing updates will be posted on Grambling State University’s Twitter page at www.twitter.com/grambling1901.

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