Advisory Archive

Browse through past advisories below.


March 21, 2026 – Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5k

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5k will take place in Washington, DC. The 5k is scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by the Half Marathon at 8:00 a.m.

Operating Status Update for Monday, March 16, 2026

All university campuses and centers will be open on Monday, March 16, with instructional and administrative continuity to allow flexibility.

March 12, 2026 – Safety Exercise

Thursday, March 12, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., the university will conduct a safety exercise to test various emergency preparedness and response protocols.

Operating Status for Monday, February 23, 2026

All university campuses and centers will be open after a delayed start at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23.

February 19, 2026 – Institute of Peace Event

February 19, 2026 – Institute of Peace Event

Walk for Peace - Anticipated Impacts to Foggy Bottom Campus

The Walk for Peace will conclude in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 10 and 11, 2026.

February 3, 2026 - MPD Exercise

February 3, 2026 - MPD Exercise

Operating Status for Saturday, January 31, 2026

All GW campuses and centers will be open on time on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Operations will proceed normally with in-person classes and staff work.

Operating Status for Friday, January 30, 2026

Due to ongoing winter weather impacts, including transportation across the region, and disruptions to the Mount Vernon Express, all university campuses and centers are physically closed on Friday,...

Operating Status for Thursday, January 29, 2026

Due to ongoing winter weather impacts, including transportation impacts on public roads across the region, all university campuses and centers are physically closed on Thursday, January 29, 2026.