Winter storm blankets Elon, central NC in more than 8 inches of snow 

​The Elon community woke Saturday morning to find the campus blanketed under more than 8 inches of snow as a winter storm moved through the region. 

Snow began falling in Elon in late afternoon on Friday, with snowfall picking up dramatically after dark and through the night. Temperatures dropped below freezing after midnight, and continued to fall through Saturday morning, standing at about 25 degrees heading toward noon. 

​Snow continued to fall through midday, adding to what had already accumulated, with the accumulation total generally adhering to the predictions of weather forecasters who had anticipated up to 8 inches of snowfall overnight with an additional 2 to 4 inches added during the day on Saturday. Despite the re-emergence of the sun in the afternoon, temperatures are expected to drop to 7 degrees Saturday night, hit a high of 27 during the day on Sunday, and then fall to 2 degrees Sunday night. 

Crews with Elon’s Physical Plant Department began their work on Friday night, with an emphasis on clearing critical pathways to help ensure the safety of those walking through campus. Their work throughout the night and morning is helping keep campus operating and on schedule throughout the day. 

Elon University Police Chief Dennis Franks reported no issues as of late morning, with his team ready to respond to any snow-related issues that might arise. Franks encouraged everyone to stay inside and stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. 

It is important to wear proper footwear when walking as spots on the campus may be slippery. Please know that snow and wintery mix weather is not frequent in this area, and many roads and highways will not be plowed and suitable for travel. Additionally, many persons are not accustomed to driving under these conditions. It is advisable to avoid driving. 

Many events planned on campus throughout the weekend will be held as scheduled. Saturday night, Elon’s men’s basketball team will take on the Towson Tigers in Alumni Gym at 7 p.m., and the women’s team will host the University of Delaware Blue Hens at 2 p.m. on Sunday in Alumni Gym. More information about the status of events throughout the weekend can be found here. 

Due to the snow, Elon University School of Law’s main building in downtown Greensboro will be closed Saturday and Sunday, with more information about the schedule on Monday to come. 

Dining services on Elon’s campus continue to operate as scheduled despite the snow, with only a minor change, as the Fountain Market will close at 5 p.m. View the complete schedule below: 

Saturday and Sunday:

• Acorn open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Lakeside open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. & 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Topio’s open 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. (pizza, salads, snacks, beverages, convenience items)
• Einstein’s open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Qdoba open 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Fountain Market open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For updated hours of operation for Dining Services, please visit:

Elon Dining website: http://www.elondining.com/
Elon Dining twitter: https://twitter.com/ElonDining
Elon Dining Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElonDining
Elon Dining Instagram: www.instagram.com/elonding

Additionally, Elon University Mail Services will open at 2 p.m. today instead of 11 a.m.

E-net is the very best information source during this winter event and is updated regularly to reflect any changes, advisories or cancellations. Information about campus delays and cancellation is also available via telephone at 278-SNOW.