Western University

When Snowflakes Attack: Western University Shuts Down for Two Days!

Western University has decided that the snow is just too much to handle, closing its doors for a second consecutive day! What's a student to do?

As the winter season takes its frosty grip over Canada, Western University found itself buried under a blanket of snow so thick that it deemed it necessary to cancel all in-person classes and exams for a second consecutive day. The campus woke up to a winter wonderland on Friday morning, but university administrators decided it was too much of a good thing. While students savor their extended break, both instructors and students are encouraged to adapt to the chilly scenario by holding classes online, ensuring educational continuity without having to slip and slide to the lecture hall.

Fanshawe College, however, is braving the weather and remains open, leaving students to ponder if they should transfer their snow-filled mornings to the rival college or stick it out at Western, tucked away under duvets as blizzards rage outside. Students are turning social media memes into art as they humorously document the snowy escapades, while also questioning how many hot cocoa refills qualify as a study break.

Across Ontario, several institutions are facing similar decisions, but Western and its affiliate colleges seem to be leading the pack when it comes to closing their doors. The weather warnings painted a dire picture with severe snow predicted from overnight frigid temperatures. This prompted the university’s officials to step in and prioritize safety ahead of academia.

To lighten the mood, let’s talk about snow! Did you know that each snowflake can take up to two hours to fall from the clouds to the ground? That means technically, when the snow starts to fall again, students can have a two-hour feel-good break every time! On a more serious note, most Canadians will tell you that snow days are a beloved tradition. They offer a chance for families to come together—sharing stories, hot meals, and of course, some epic snow fort building. So while some campuses are up and running, those at Western are taking this time to recharge, relax, and perhaps contemplate life’s greatest question: when will it stop snowing?