With the predicted snowstorm beginning Sunday, January 25, 2026, in New York City and continuing into Monday, January 26, Pratt Institute has decided to cancel classes and restrict public access to the physical campuses. Pratt community members who must be on campus are urged to refrain from moving through areas where the Facilities staff are actively removing snow and ice.
Classes
Classes are canceled on Monday, January 26. Following Pratt’s weather and emergency policy, instructors may ask students to complete asynchronous activities or hold online class meetings or office hours, if feasible. No instructor or student will be penalized if they are unable to participate in online meetings due to weather or emergency conditions, such as power or internet outages, though students may be asked to complete any make-up work they have missed. Classes will meet at their regularly scheduled times on Tuesday, January 27, unless additional cancellation notices are issued.
Pratt Institute Libraries
All access to the libraries will be remote on Sunday and Monday.
Residential Students
All residence halls are open throughout the snowstorm. The Dining Hall will be open from 10 AM to 8 PM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday and return to regular hours on Tuesday.
Administrative Offices
The Institute’s administrative offices will be open remotely for business on Monday. Weather-essential personnel should report to campus. All other non-essential staff should arrange remote work schedules with their supervisors.
Resources
If you have a storm-related need, please reach out to one of the following:
- Campus Safety: Report safety concerns to 718.636.3540 or contact security@pratt.edu.
- Residential Life: Your residence hall’s staff will be available to you at any of the contacts listed in their online staff directory. Please refrain from moving through areas of campus where the Facilities staff are actively removing snow and ice.
- Facilities Management: Report facilities emergencies to 718.636.3579. All other requests can be submitted to facility@pratt.edu or with the work order form.
Updates
Please continue to watch your emails, Pratt Omnilert texts, and the Pratt.edu website for updates.