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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: 

  • Residence Halls (RDs/RAs on duty) 
  • Dining 
  • Computer Labs 
  • Facilities/Housekeeping 
  • University Operator 
  • Health Services (TBD by Director) 

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.

 

Dominic DeFilipi

Dominic DeFilipi

Operations Coordinator for Experiential Affairs

Email: dominic.defilipi@wne.edu
 Phone: 413-796-2046
Office: CSP 210

Dr. Dominic DeFilipi graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2020 with a doctorate of pharmacy and a bachelor of arts in Spanish language studies. After graduation, he has remained involved with professional pharmacy organizations, currently serving as regent of the Connecticut Graduate Chapter of Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, Inc. 

In addition to his role as operations coordinator, Dominic teaches a natural products elective for pharmacy students at WNE. He also works as a pharmacy technician instructor and curriculum coordinator at Holyoke Community College, in addition to lecturing for HCC’s Cannabis Education Center.

Dominic looks forward to facilitating the experiential education of the next generation of pharmacists during this dynamic time in healthcare.