{"id":5194,"date":"2026-01-22T10:24:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T15:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgeport.edu\/news\/?p=5194"},"modified":"2026-01-26T14:34:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T19:34:28","slug":"surviving-snowstorms-in-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgeport.edu\/news\/surviving-snowstorms-in-college\/","title":{"rendered":"A College Student’s Guide to Surviving a Snowpocalypse"},"content":{"rendered":"

Major snowstorms can bring outages, travel issues, cancellations, and delays. If the forecast is calling for snow and dangerously cold temps, your future self would like a quick word.<\/p>\n

By getting ahead of the weather, you can set yourself up to enjoy a cozy snow day (or two) rather than venturing into the elements to panic buy ramen and cocoa for your dorm room.<\/p>\n

To help you get started, we\u2019ve prepared a 10-minute snowpocalypse checklist to prepare you for a major snow event.<\/p>\n

10-minute snowpocalypse checklist<\/h2>\n
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  1. Charge everything<\/em>:<\/strong> Phone, laptop, earbuds, and whatever keeps you functional. Don’t forget to charge your backup power packs and find your extension cord if your outlet situation is tragic.<\/li>\n
  2. Download the LiveSafe App:<\/strong> Login with your UB credentials and remember to turn on notifications so you can receive important updates from us!<\/li>\n
  3. Stay connected to official accounts:<\/strong> Keep an eye on UB\u2019s official channels and website for any schedule or campus updates.<\/li>\n
  4. Text your \u201ccheck-in\u201d people:<\/strong> Roommates, friends, family. Share your plan to weather the storm and confirm that you\u2019re good with the folks thinking about you.<\/li>\n
  5. Stock a few basics:<\/strong> Water, easy-to-eat food options, and any meds you may need. While the dining hall is made available during inclement weather, you may have a difficult time trekking through the storm and prefer to stay put for some dorm room dining.<\/li>\n
  6. Dress for success:<\/strong> Warm layers, hats, gloves, boots (and an extra UB hoodie or two)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Commuters:<\/strong> Plan for travel and park in appropriate lots so UB\u2019s Facilities team can clear snow effectively and safely.<\/p>\n

    Pro tip: Prepare like the snow is trying to inconvenience you personally. Because it is.<\/h3>\n

    Food on the \u201cI don\u2019t want to walk anywhere\u201d menu<\/h2>\n

    Aim for low-effort, no drama options:<\/p>\n