Stephen F. Austin State University

Dear Students:

We know that this has been a difficult year for many of you and we also understand that the recent storms in our area may have increased your anxiety and feelings of uncertainty. Our faculty, staff, and administration value your success, and we want you to focus on your safety and well-being at this time. Thus, we are sharing the following information:

Safety Tips:

• Please consider your safety first, before leaving your residence.
• Please contact the area hotline for information on road conditions at (800) 452-9292.
• If you must leave your residence, walking in the melted snow/ice will be safer than walking on the ice.
• Be aware of the potential for falling trees and limbs, and please walk around trees to avoid potential falling limbs.
• Nacogdoches is still under a water boil directive. Please do not drink the water without following proper safety precautions: Prior to consuming, bring water to a full boil for at least two minutes and then allow to cool.

On-Campus Emergencies:

• In the event of an on-campus emergency, please contact the University Police Department at 936-468-9111.
• The SFA Police Department webpage has helpful information and can be located at: http://www.sfasu.edu/upd.

If you are experiencing mental health related concerns or crisis:

• If you are experiencing a mental health emergency please call 911.
• If you are in the local area, you can also contact the Burke Mental Health Hotline at 1-800-392-8343.
• The National Suicide Prevention Hotline can be reached at 1-800-273-8255.
• Crisis Textline--text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.

On-Campus Housing Facility Issues

• If you experience an on-campus housing-related facility issue, please contact your respective Residence Hall staff member. Emergency numbers are posted throughout your building and at the front desk.
• We are still navigating water issues, please refrain from doing laundry at this time.
• You are free to shower in your residence hall, but please refrain from drinking the water until the water boil directive has been lifted.

On-Campus Dining

• Please check for updates regarding on-campus dining options at: https://sfasu.campusdish.com/

If you have concerns regarding classes and assignments:

• The faculty are very much aware of the challenges we all have faced in the past months. They have been asked to provide as much leniency as possible while still meeting the requirements of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. While we hope they will extend every grace possible, it is imperative that you do everything in your power, even during these challenging times, to work diligently to meet the learning expectations of your courses. This will be a true test of your stamina. If you need assistance, please contact these resources when campus reopens: the AARC, your academic advisor or faculty members, or Counseling Services (936.468.2401).

We must remember that COVID-19 is still a health risk and is especially dangerous to members of our community with high-risk factors. Please remember to wear face coverings and practice social distancing. Please be as careful as possible and stay strong – Lumberjack Strong!!

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