WVU Tech Police Department

08/27/2026

🚨 To ensure proper communication during an emergency, West Virginia University will conduct a test of the WVU Safety Notification System at 11 a.m. Tuesday (Sept. 1) on the Morgantown, Beckley, and Keyser campuses.

Read important information about the test at https://go.wvu.edu/4gcuf.

08/24/2026

West Virginia University Police issued a Community Notice Monday (Aug. 24) following reports of fraud and extortion. Learn more ➡️ https://go.wvu.edu/4gctj.

08/23/2026

🚨 CAMPUS Warning: Vehicle Safety Alert 🚨

The University Police Department is investigating several recent incidents of Breaking & Entering (B&E) into vehicles and an auto theft on campus.

Recent Incidents
- B&E to Motor Vehicle: Church St. and University Hall parking lots.
- Auto Theft: One vehicle stolen from Church St. parking lot. The car was recovered.
- Method: Suspects targeted unlocked doors and visible valuables and forced entry into locked vehicles.

Immediate Safety Action Steps
- Lock your doors: Always lock your vehicle.
- Hide your valuables: Keep bags and electronics out of sight.
- Secure your keys: Never leave keys inside the vehicle.
- Park in lighting: Choose well-lit, high-traffic campus areas.
- Use anti-theft devices: Use alarms and steering wheel locks if available.

How to Report or Seek Help
- Victim Assistance: If you have been a victim, please call UPD at 304-929-COPS.
- Report Suspicious Activity: Contact Campus Police immediately at 304-929-COPS
- Share Details: Note suspect descriptions and direction of travel.

02/23/2026

Don’t miss the Safety Awareness and Safety Skills Training this Wed 3-6pm. Employees and students may attend. Sign up to ensure your spot! https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6oiXquCM3NcjHcW?Q_CHL=qr

02/23/2026

Don't miss the Safety Awareness and Safety Skills Training this Wed 3-6pm. Employees and students may attend. Sign up to ensure your spot! https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6oiXquCM3NcjHcW?Q_CHL=qr

02/04/2026

As a result of inclement weather in the surrounding area, West Virginia University Institute of Technology classes will be on a two-hour delay for February 4, 2026.

All classes prior to 10:00 a.m. on February 4, 2026 will be canceled. Classes will resume at 10:00 a.m.

All offices and campus will be closed until 10:00 a.m. Only essential designated employees are to report for their normal shift as directed by their supervisor.

01/28/2026

WVU Institute of Technology will resume operations under a modified schedule at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, January 28.

Employees designated as essential should report to campus for their normal shifts. Employees designated as non-essential will work remotely for their normal shifts. Classes are cancelled, but on campus operations will shift to remote.

Supervisors of essential employees should coordinate coverage for essential operational needs within your department. Supervisors of non-essential employees will be in contact to communicate remote work assignments, if needed.

Employees are reminded to use their own good judgement before venturing out. Employees who are unable to work can request annual leave or flex their schedule within the work week, subject to their supervisor’s approval.

For Jan. 28, the University will apply the Inclement Weather/Emergency Closure Compensation policy only for essential employees who are approved by their supervisor to report to work on-campus.

WVU Institute of Technology is scheduled to resume normal on-campus operations at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, January 29; however, officials will continue to closely monitor reports from the National Weather Service, as well as state, local and campus conditions.

Necessary updates will be provided through a variety of outlets, including posts on the WVU Tech home page at wvutech.edu; distributed via email to University-managed (Outlook/MIX) email accounts and Tech alert registered email accounts; and distributed via text messages through Tech Alert to registered telephone accounts.

For questions about pay practices for inclement weather/emergency closures, contact the Talent and Culture Compensation team at [email protected]

01/26/2026

WVU Institute of Technology will resume operations under a modified schedule at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, January 27.

Employees designated as essential should report to campus for their normal shifts. Employees designated as non-essential will work remotely for their normal shifts. Classes are cancelled, but on campus operations will shift to remote.

Supervisors of essential employees should coordinate coverage for essential operational needs within your department. Supervisors of non-essential employees will be in contact to communicate remote work assignments, if needed.

Employees are reminded to use their own good judgement before venturing out. Employees who are unable to work can request annual leave or flex their schedule within the work week, subject to their supervisor’s approval.

For Jan. 27, the University will apply the Inclement Weather/Emergency Closure Compensation policy only for essential employees who are approved by their supervisor to report to work on-campus.

WVU Institute of Technology is scheduled to resume normal on-campus operations at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, January 28; however, officials will continue to closely monitor reports from the National Weather Service, as well as state, local and campus conditions.

Necessary updates will be provided through a variety of outlets, including posts on the WVU Tech home page at wvutech.edu; distributed via email to University-managed (Outlook/MIX) email accounts and Tech alert registered email accounts; and distributed via text messages through Tech Alert to registered telephone accounts.

For questions about pay practices for inclement weather/emergency closures, contact the Talent and Culture Compensation team at [email protected]

01/25/2026

As a result of inclement weather in the surrounding area, West Virginia University Institute of Technology will be closed January 26, 2026.

WVU Tech on-campus operations will be closed and classes will be cancelled beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to winter weather. Only employees designated as essential should report to campus for their normal shifts. Employees designated as non-essential are not to report to work on campus or remotely.

On-site employees should communicate with their supervisors to determine if they are required to work on site during the closure. The College will apply the Inclement Weather/Emergency Closure Compensation policy for on-site employees affected by the closure.

The University is scheduled to resume normal operations at 12:01a.m. Tuesday (Jan. 27); however, officials will continue to closely monitor reports from the National Weather Service, as well as state, local and campus conditions.

01/09/2026