Due to the expected winter storm, the University will close campus beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. The campus will remain closed through Monday, and we expect to resume normal operations on Tuesday morning. If conditions change, we will share updates promptly.
Campus Services During the Closure
While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available. Public Safety and Facilities will be on campus throughout the storm, and the following services are expected to remain open or staffed:
Students living on campus should expect regular support from Residence Life and Public Safety.
Classes and Work During the Closure
Students
Scheduled face-to-face classes will not take place on campus. At the discretion of faculty, some in-person classes may be held remotely. Faculty will communicate directly, so please check your email and course site for updates.
Classes that are already scheduled to be fully remote will continue as usual unless otherwise communicated by your instructor.
Staff
Staff who are able to work remotely should coordinate with their supervisors as appropriate.
Staying Informed
The University’s Inclement Weather Policy is available on the WNE website via the homepage banner. We will communicate any changes or reopening details through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.
Besides travel expenses, and possible differentials in costs of living, the costs are usually equivalent to what it costs to attend Western New England University for a similar time period.
In most case the answer is "yes." However, if a student falls behind in credits earned by failing classes, they are subject to losing financial aid eligibility.
Internships and independent studies are available at most study abroad locations. For example, in London students have held internships at the BBC, the American Embassy, and in various British and American companies. For business students, these internships have proved to be immensely helpful. In the job market, nothing can beat firsthand experience. Please stop by the Dean's Office to learn about our International Internship program.
Students are allowed to study abroad during their second semester of their sophomore year, provided they have earned a total of a 27 or more credits at Western New England University.
It is not imperative to know a second language in order to take part in the Study Abroad program, even if the host country you hope to study in does not speak English as its native tongue. Many classes are often taught in English. However, you may want to seek out opportunities to learn the native language. You can also choose programs that are specifically designed to improve your foreign language skills.
A variety of housing options are available, ranging from university residences and apartments to living with host families, depending on the program.
To request housing while studying abroad, students use the same procedure that they would normally use to request housing. The Resident Life Office will be able to assist you.
The credits earned while abroad will be transferred the same as any credit earned at a different college. When choosing courses, it is best to seek the help of the faculty member in charge of the Study Abroad program. Be sure to have the classes you will take while abroad approved by your academic advisor before departure.
