Urgent UCF Alert Update on Our Return to Normal Operations [Update: 10/11/2024]

Following a comprehensive assessment of our campuses and local conditions, UCF will reopen for normal operations as planned on Saturday, Oct. 12, and all classes will resume Monday, Oct. 14.

The impact of Hurricane Milton is varied and, in some locations, catastrophic. UCF is known for our culture of caring, and now is the time to extend patience and compassion to those who are continuing to feel the effects of the storm.

This means that some students, faculty, and staff may be unable to return to classes or work on Monday. These individuals should be given empathy and flexibility as our region and state recover.

The scheduled football game against Cincinnati will kick off at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at FBC Mortgage Stadium. All campus parking lots, including Gold Zone Village and Gold Zone Campus, will open at 11:30 a.m. There will be no tailgating on Memory Mall, including Greeks on the Green. 

As we return to normal operations, here are key updates for our community:

• All in-person and online classes are suspended until Monday. No assignments or exams should be assigned or required to be submitted until classes resume.
• UCF Housing communities remain open and safe for students to return to.
• Campus services are beginning to reopen to give students access to dining and recreation. The Student Union is open until 7 p.m. tonight, and the Recreation and Wellness Center will be open 3 to 10 p.m.
• Students impacted by Hurricane Milton who need assistance should fill out this form. UCF staff will contact these students individually to connect them with resources and support. 
• The Knights Helping Knights Pantry will be fully stocked and ready to serve students when it opens at 10 a.m. Monday.
• Students needing immediate mental health support should contact Counseling and Psychological Services’ 24/7 crisis line at 407-823-2811 and press 5 to speak with a therapist.  

• Faculty with labs may return to campus.
• All in-person and online classes are suspended until Monday. No assignments or exams should be assigned or required to be submitted until classes resume.
• Some students may struggle with returning to academics on Monday. Faculty should be understanding of the challenges students may be facing and should be as accommodating as possible.

• Employees should be clear with their supervisor about the storm’s personal impact and their ability to report to work on Monday. 
• Supervisors are strongly encouraged to exercise understanding and flexibility.
• Our Employee Assistance Program is available to provide work, life, and mental health support.

Updated information will continue to be shared on ucf.edu/hurricane and social media.