Dear Blazer Nation,

I hope you are doing well in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. If you feel like there is plenty to do and not enough time to do it, I share that sentiment. Please keep reading for storm updates, resources being offered, and some big things happening on campus.

If you have stepped foot on campus, you know that Hurricane Helene had a huge impact. The trees we lost total more than 835, and some areas are still being inspected. Our softball and baseball fields sustained major damage, and work is underway to have repairs completed before their seasons start in January. We have four buildings that need roof repairs, and the list of damage goes on and on. But perhaps, the biggest impact is that to our students, faculty, and staff. The clock is ticking on the semester, and I know our students are feeling the pressure of classwork that still needs to be done. Our faculty are being flexible and working with students to ensure they are able to get those assignments completed. Our staff is working hard to catch up on their work while also supporting our faculty and students. I know this is a lot. Please reach out to the resources below if you need assistance. Together, we will get through this difficult time.