Foul Weather Information
Call 585-INFO for Foul Weather Information
For information about delayed openings, early closings, cancellation of classes, curtailed operations at Smith or weather emergency information, call the Smith Information Line at 413-585-INFO (4636).
The Info Line is the college’s only official weather source. An updated announcement of storm delays or closings will be available beginning approximately at 6:30 a.m. on the affected workday. If possible, an announcement will also be posted on the Smith website and sent to all students and employees via email.
Please note: classes will not be held when the college is closed. This applies to full-day closings, early closings and delayed openings. While administrative and academic offices are closed, employees may be required to report to work to maintain essential functions of the college. Employees who have questions regarding expectations during closings should check with their supervisors.
When academic and administrative offices are closed, please note that the following college facilities will also close:
- Athletic facilities
- Center for Early Childhood Education (Fort Hill)
- Helen Hills Hills Chapel
- Libraries
- Lyman Conservatory
- Museum of Art
- Schacht Center for Health & Wellness (after-hours nurse available at 413-585-1260; counselor available at 413-585-2840)
For news on delayed openings or cancellations, tune in to WWLP-TV Channel 22; or WGGB-TV Channel 40.
In Case of Emergency
In all emergencies, contact the campus safety dispatch center, from any campus phone, dial 5555, or 413-585-5555 from a cell phone or from off campus.