LATEST CAMPUS UPDATES

Read the latest JIC Releases from Guam Homeland Security

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Thursday, June 1, 2023 | 5:52 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #7 - Daily Digest

Håfa Adai UOG Faculty, Staff, and Administrators,

Please see the latest campus updates below on behalf of UOG Administration:

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UOG WhatsApp Community Group
If you haven't already, please join the new, official UOG WhatsApp Community Group for Employees! We now have 184 members! 

UOG will post official notifications and information in this group chat. All UOG employees are encouraged to join.

Please join using this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CtHx6pTImpOIIR345lHcqt

UOG WhatsApp Community Group

Forward the link to members of your UOG employee groups.

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Tritons Helping Tritons - Typhoon Mawar Relief
A Message from the President was sent in an earlier email. For more information, and to read the message, please visit: https://www.uog.edu/tritons-helping-tritons/

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UOG Campus Remains Closed
The University of Guam campus remains closed to the public until further notice. Certain student services such as Admissions and Financial Aid are scheduled to be available beginning next week. 

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Power and Water
UOG continues to coordinate with GPA and GWA on full restoration. Both agencies have been on campus assessing needs, and we are hopeful that services will be back soon. Several portable generators have been deployed throughout the campus to help with clean-up and recovery.

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Dorm Students
UOG is working with students on options should power and water restoration continue to be delayed. 

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Typhoon Mawar After Action Reports
Administrators and teams will be meeting to review emergency preparedness procedures, facilities, and response to Typhoon Mawar with the goal of improving in the event of a future storm. 

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Get the latest updates on Guam's recovery from the JIC:
Please visit https://ghs.guam.gov for all JIC Recovery Releases. Here you'll find the latest information about gas, the airport, green waste disposal, GPA / GWA updates, and more.

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NOTE: Scroll down for past updates. 

Please continue to stay safe, Tritons!

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 6:45 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #6 - Daily Digest

Håfa Adai UOG Faculty, Staff, and Administrators,

Please see the latest campus updates below on behalf of UOG Administration:

UOG WhatsApp Community Group
Join the new, official UOG WhatsApp Community Group for Employees! 

UOG will post official notifications and information in this group chat. All UOG employees are encouraged to join.

Individuals who do not have a display name or are not found in UOG’s official staffing pattern may be removed. For more information, contact a group admin or email marcom@triton.uog.edu. 

Join using this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CtHx6pTImpOIIR345lHcqt

UOG WhatsApp Community Group

Please forward the link to members of your UOG employee groups.

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Tritons Helping Tritons
The Office of the President and partners across campus will soon announce a program to help our fellow Triton employees who have been affected by Typhoon Mawar. Details coming soon. 

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UOG Campus Remains Closed.
The University of Guam campus remains closed to the public until further notice while post-Typhoon Mawar assessments and recovery are underway. UOG is waiting for the restoration of water and power services. 

All community activities scheduled this week have been postponed, including Staff Development Day, the proctoring for driver’s license testing and other tests, summer camps, and other activities at the Calvo Field House.

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Generators on Campus
Buildings with generators have been operating smoothly this week. UOG received a delivery of diesel fuel with regular deliveries scheduled. Thank you to Zenon Belanger, John Leon Guerrero, Frances Bautista, the excellent team at Facilities Management and Services, and all others involved for keeping these parts of the campus powered. 

Employees are asked to conserve energy while working in facilities with generators.

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Dorm Students
Nearly 50 people are currently living on-campus at the Residence Halls. Thank you to Dean Lawrence Camacho and Director Mark Mendiola and his team at the Residence Halls for providing for our students. The University is working with students on options should power and water restoration continue to be delayed. 

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SBPA Building
The SBPA building is the University's designated Emergency Operating Center. Essential operations have temporarily co-located at the building including units from the Business Office, HRO, and EMSS. SBPA building hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily and meant only for official business and specifically designated purposes. 

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Business Office (This week) 

• Cashier closed until further notice.
• Procurement (LG building): Tuesday 9:30-11:30. 8:30-11:30 Wednesday to Friday. Continue to utilize the Sharepoint folders for requisitions. If you are unable to access Sharepoint, please stop by the LG building during the specified hours for assistance.
• Federal and Local/GL Accountants (LG building): Tuesday10:00-11:30. 8:30-11:30 Wednesday to Friday.
• Petty cash (LG building): Please send your petty cash reimbursement requests to Leah Aquino. Indicate “Typhoon Mawar” for all typhoon related purchases. You may also drop it off to Leah at the LG building or one of the accountants on site.
• Accounts Payable (OIT office) - Please reach out to Emi (Jing) and/or Romar for any AP (payment) related questions. Check pick-up will be arranged. AP is currently housed at the OIT office.

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Special BOR Meeting June 6

A special meeting of the UOG Board of Regents is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The meeting will be publicly accessible by registering for Zoom access at https://zoom.us/j/94901255380. 

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FEMA Assistance
There are 3 ways to apply for disaster assistance from FEMA:  (1) Download the application on the FEMA app;  (2) Apply online at: https://disasterassistance.gov; (3) Call the disaster information helpline: 1-800-621-3362

Please note that the FEMA website asks for a "zip code +4." You can look up this information at https://tools.usps.com/zip-code-lookup.htm?byaddress by entering your mailing address.

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Get the latest updates on Guam's recovery from the JIC:
Please visit https://ghs.guam.gov for all JIC Recovery Releases. Here you'll find the latest information about gas, the airport, green waste disposal, GPA / GWA updates, and more.

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NOTE: Scroll down for past updates. 

Please continue to stay safe, Tritons!

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #5 - Daily Digest

Håfa Adai UOG Faculty, Staff, and Administrators,

Please see the latest campus updates below from UOG Administration:
 
UOG Campus Closed
The campus remains closed. All buildings, facilities, and restrooms are closed. ALL UOG programs, activities, and events scheduled for this week have been postponed. Employees should only be on-campus for official business. FMS and other teams continue with campus clean-up and recovery.

Power / Water
The majority of the campus has no power or water.  UOG Officials remain in contact with GWA and GPA on restoration. 

UOG Employees
Remote work is encouraged as long as your supervisors have approved a plan of work. If remote work is not possible, employees should be ready to report to campus within two hours if required by your supervisor. Many employees are facing extenuating circumstances and the majority of the campus still has no water or power, so administrators and supervisors will work with employees on work schedules. 

Time Sheets
Self-Service Time Entry is not available at this time. Timekeepers will ensure timesheets are submitted to Payroll. If possible, employees should submit any leave forms to their timekeepers. 

Office of Information Technology
The OIT team has restored most web services and campus information systems and is working towards full restoration. OIT is exploring options for Internet connectivity to parts of campus. Below are more updates from OIT:

• Limited Availability of Colleague: Colleague will have limited availability from 8 am to 3 pm daily until the island's power is restored
• Computer Labs are closed until further notice
• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Temporarily Disabled: You will be able to login to Office365 with just your password for ease of access. If you need assistance logging into Office 365, please contact the Helpdesk via email at helpdesk@triton.uog.edu, calling 735-2640; or chat with IT support at https://www.uog.edu/it.

Continued Campus Wide Assessment
Administrators - Please continue assessing and reporting on all buildings and grounds as soon as possible – record your findings in the shared spreadsheet in the Admin Council folder and take photos and properly document any damages due to Typhoon Mawar.

Special BOR Meeting June 6
A special meeting of the University of Guam Board of Regents is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in the Office of Information Technology, Student Computer Lab, Room 108C, UOG. The meeting will be publicly accessible by registering for Zoom access at https://zoom.us/j/94901255380. 

FEMA Assistance
There are 3 ways to apply for disaster assistance from FEMA: 

1. Download the application on the FEMA app.
2. Apply online at: https://disasterassistance.gov
3. Call the disaster information helpline: 1-800-621-3362

See the attachments for more information. 

Get the latest updates on Guam's recovery from the JIC:
Please visit https://ghs.guam.gov for all JIC Recovery Releases. Here you'll find the latest information about gas, the airport, green waste disposal, GPA / GWA updates, and more.

Please continue to stay safe, Tritons!

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Monday, May 29, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #4 - Typhoon Mawar Updates for Faculty, Staff, Administrators

Håfa Adai UOG Faculty, Staff, and Administrators, 

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Monday, May 29, 2023 | 4:30 p.m.

Finakpo’ Session A Postponed until June 13

Håfa Adai UOG Students,

Due to Typhoon Mawar, Finakpo’ Summer Session A will be postponed until June 13, 2023. 

We apologize for this inconvenience and hope you were able to remain safe and are doing well as our island recovers.

Our teams have been working to reopen the University. Power and water are still not available throughout the campus, but we remain in communication with GPA and GWA and are hopeful for restoration soon.

For updates, please continue to monitor your email, UOG social media, local news, and local radio. As communication lines are still being restored, please share this information with those who may not have connectivity.

For more information about Finakpo’ Summer Sessions, please contact Admissions at admitme@triton.uog.edu.

Thanks for your patience, and please continue to stay safe!

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 1:00 p.m.

JIC Release No. 15 - Guam in COR 1; Remain Indoors

Guam in COR 1:

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero placed Guam in Condition of Readiness (COR) 1 at 1 p.m., today, May 23, 2023. At COR1, destructive winds are possible within the next 12 hours.

The community is advised to remain indoors until COR 4 is announced. All residents in low lying, flood-prone and coastal areas, especially in the southern villages of Inalåhan, Ipan, Talo’fo’fo, Malesso’, Hågat and Humåtak, are ordered to evacuate and seek shelter in private residences or designated government shelters in higher elevation no later than 6:00 p.m., on May 23, 2023.

Simultaneously, Joint Region Marianas (JRM), Naval Base Guam (NBG), Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB), and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz (MCBCB) are also in Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness (TCCOR) 1 at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2023. All Andersen gates are now closed. All Navy Base Guam gates will be closed at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23. The time for gate closure is subject to change based on weather conditions. For installation-specific operations or questions, please consult the respective installation Facebook page or reach out to the Public Affairs Officer.

Read the full JIC Release No. 15

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 11:35 a.m.

JIC Release No. 14 - Governor Signs Executive Order No. 2023-03; Mandatory Evacuation of Coastal Areas Ordered

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 7:45 a.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #3 - Guam to move to COR 1 at 1p.m. today 

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Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 5 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #2 - UOG Campus closed due to COR2

The University of Guam will be closed tomorrow, May 22and all classes, programs, and other activities are cancelled or postponed until the Governor gives the "all clear" and declares that Guam is back to COR4.

All offices will be closed and any classes, programs, and other activities will be cancelled or postponed until the Governor declares that Guam is back in COR4.

Employees should report to the office between 8 to 10am to secure their workspaces and offices (if necessary). Please check-in with your supervisors. 

Campus updates will continue to be emailed and posted to the UOG website at https://www.uog.edu/campus-advisories. 

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Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 8:00 p.m.

JIC Release No. 5 - Guam in COR 2; School Updates; Shelter Information will be Provided Tomorrow; Guam Legislature Closed; Judicial Court Closed; GSWA Update; Healthcare Updates

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has placed Guam in Condition of Readiness (COR) 2 at 8 p.m. this evening. At COR2, the Government of Guam, with the exception of essential services, will not be operational and will remain closed until COR 4 is announced. 

View the full press release on the Guam Homeland Security website.

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Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 5:10 p.m.

JIC Release No. 4 - Tropical Storm Mawar - Healthcare Update

In anticipation of Condition of Readiness (COR) 2 tonight at 8 p.m., note the following healthcare updates: The community is reminded to ensure prescription medicine is filled before the storm’s approach. Use today and Monday to stock up on necessary medical supplies.

View the full press release on the Guam Homeland Security website.

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Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 5 p.m.

UOG CAMPUS ADVISORY #1 - UOG Campus will close at COR2

The University of Guam campus will close after the Governor declares Condition of Readiness 2 (COR2), which is expected to be announced at 8 p.m. tonight. 

All offices will be closed and any classes, programs, and other activities will be cancelled or postponed until the Governor declares that Guam is back in COR4.

Employees should report to the office between 8 to 10am to secure their workspaces and offices (if necessary). Please check-in with your supervisors. 

Campus updates will continue to be emailed and posted to the UOG website at https://www.uog.edu/campus-advisories. 

However, please follow the links below for the most up to date, official information about Tropical Storm Mawar.

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:

• NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
• NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
• GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
• GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
• JRM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam

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Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 11:45 a.m.

JIC Release No. 3 - Tropical Storm Mawar Continues Toward the Marianas; Guam to Move to COR 2 at 8 pm Tonight

See the original post on Guam Homeland Security website.

Officials continue to monitor the developing system which has been upgraded to Tropical Storm Mawar. As of 7 a.m., Mawar was located 6.4 degrees north latitude and 149.1 degrees east longitude, 40 miles south of Polowat, 200 miles west-southwest of Chuuk, and 570 miles south-southeast of Guam. It is moving north-northwest at 5 mph with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph. Tropical Storm Mawar is expected to intensify through tonight, possibly becoming a typhoon. 

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero anticipates placing Guam in Condition of Readiness (COR) 2 at 8 p.m. this evening. At COR2, the Government of Guam, with the exception of essential services, will not be operational and will remain closed until COR 4 is announced. Residents are strongly advised to use this time to prepare.

Concurrently, Joint Region Marianas (JRM), Naval Base Guam (NBG), Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB), and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz (MCBCB) will be in Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness (TCCOR) 2 at 8 p.m. this evening. The Department of Defense (DoD) will delay implementing some of the TCCOR2 actions until Tuesday, May 23, to minimize impact to installation services (Child Development Center, Exchange, Commissary, etc.) DoDEA schools will remain open on Monday, May 22. For installation-specific operations or questions, please consult the respective installation Facebook page or reach out to the Public Affairs Officer.

The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) is preparing to open certain emergency shelters at 5 p.m. on Monday, May 22. More information is forthcoming regarding locations, rules and regulations. Emergency shelters will NOT be open until tomorrow. Do not attempt to go to any emergency shelter until the designated opening time. 

What to expect:

At this time, the current forecast track has the system moving through the Marianas, between Guam and Rota. It is important to remember that the system track may change in the coming days and any deviation could potentially bring typhoon force winds directly over Guam. Any one, or several, Mariana Islands may take a near miss or a direct hit this week. 

A typhoon watch remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan. A typhoon watch means that typhoon conditions are possible, with tropical storm force (sustained winds of 39 mph and greater) conditions arriving within the next 48 hours. There is an increasing likelihood for tropical storm to typhoon force impacts around midweek. The anticipated timing is expected between late Tuesday to early Thursday. Heavy rainfall is likely much of this week, with 9 to 15 inches remaining a possibility through the end of this week. 

What should you do:

The community is advised to finish the following preparedness actions by tomorrow:

• Stay up to date – monitor local news, National Weather Service and the Joint Information Center;
• If you have not done so, put up shutters now. Do not wait for winds to increase by Tuesday;
• Clear loose debris around your yard and store any items that may become airborne with heavy winds such as canopies, tarps and trampolines, before inclement weather arrives;
• Keep emergency preparedness kit readily available, with battery operated radio, flashlights and extra batteries;
• Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax papers, and insurance documents and keep copies in a water-proof bag;
• Unplug all appliances and ensure energy breakers are switched off once damaging winds approach;
• If you live in an area prone to flooding, cover beds and furniture with plastic to prevent water damage;
• Ensure pets are part of your emergency plans (i.e. have enough supplies, bring them indoors, plan to keep them with a loved one or family member);
• Do not camp, park, or hike along streams, rivers, and creeks. These areas can flood quickly and with little warning;
• Gas your vehicles and get fuel for your generators now while the weather is clear;
•  When you’re done securing your homes and you know someone elderly, living with a disability, or who will otherwise need help, please see how you can help them. If you know a neighbor or family member who has no way of getting information about the storm, please let them know the updates.

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:

• NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
• NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
• GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
• GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
• JRM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam 

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Stay safe, Tritons!

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Saturday, May 20, 2023 | 4 p.m.

JIC Release No. 2 - Typhoon Watch in Effect for Marianas

See the original post on Guam Homeland Security website.

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office continues to monitor what is now Tropical Depression 02W, formerly known as Invest 97W.

A typhoon watch is now in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan. A typhoon watch means that typhoon conditions are possible within the next 48 hours. As of 1 p.m., Tropical Depression 02W was located near 5.6 degrees north latitude and 149.0 degrees east longitude. This was about 610 miles south-southeast of Guam, moving west-northwest, with 30 mph winds. 

Latest guidance indicates tropical storm force winds of 34 to 63 knots are possible early Tuesday morning but there is the increasing likelihood TD 02W could pass through the Marianas as a typhoon. If TD 02W moves faster than expected, this could result in conditions deteriorating as early as Monday afternoon. 

Prepare Now

The community is advised to take the following preparedness actions this weekend:

• Those living in flood-prone areas should take action; clear drainage areas and unblock storm drains to minimize flooding;
• Clear loose debris around your yard and store any items, such as tents and canopies, that may become airborne with heavy winds, before inclement weather arrives;
• Stay up to date with the latest information. The system track or intensity may change, and advisories may be issued;
• Locate or prepare your emergency preparedness kits for your household;
• Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax papers, and insurance documents, and keep copies in a water-proof bag;
• Gas your vehicles and get fuel for your generators;
• Be prepared to take action if shutters are warranted;
• In COR 3, residents are asked to secure loose items in their yard including lawn furniture, and barbeque grills and trash cans. 

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:

• NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
• NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
• GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
• GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
• JRM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam 

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Stay safe, Tritons!

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Saturday, May 20, 2023 | 1 p.m.

JIC Release No. 1 - Guam in COR 3; Take Action to Prepare

See the original post on Guam Homeland Security website.

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Rear Admiral Benjamin Nicholson placed Guam and the respective military bases in Condition of Readiness (COR) 3 at 1 p.m. this afternoon. At COR 3, damaging winds of 39-57 mph are expected within 48 hours. 

Joint Region Marianas, Naval Base Guam, Andersen Air Force Base, and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz establish COR 3. All Military installations on Guam are currently securing facilities and housing residents are urged to commence heavy weather preparedness efforts in COR 3. 

As of 7 a.m., Invest Area 97W was located 5 degrees north latitude and 149 degrees east longitude, about 250 miles west-southwest of Chuuk Lagoon, 200 miles south-southeast of Satawal, near 5 degrees north latitude and 149 degrees east longitude. It is expected to organize over the next 12 to 36 hours, eventually turning north-northwest toward Guam.

At this time, there is high confidence that a significant tropical cyclone will move through the Marianas in the coming week. It is uncertain the exact track it will take and what strength it will be by the time it is in the area. However, the likelihood for heavy rainfall remains regardless of the track.

What to Expect

Current weather forecasts from National Weather Service (NWS) Guam indicate winds increasing overnight Sunday to 35 mph by Monday with gusts possibly up to 55 mph, continuing through Wednesday morning. The possibility for higher winds, even typhoon force winds, remains. Between Monday and Wednesday, 5 to 9 inches of rainfall is possible for the Mariana Islands, with locally higher rainfall amounts. Urban and small stream flooding is possible early next week as the system moves through the region.

Prepare Now

The community is advised to take the following preparedness actions this weekend:

• Those living in flood-prone areas should take action; clear drainage areas and unblock storm drains to minimize flooding;
• Clear loose debris around your yard and store any items, such as tents and canopies, that may become airborne with heavy winds, before inclement weather arrives;
• Stay up to date with the latest information. The system track or intensity may change, and advisories may be issued;
• Locate or prepare your emergency preparedness kits for your household;
• Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax papers, and insurance documents, and keep copies in a water-proof bag;
• Gas your vehicles and get fuel for your generators;
• Be prepared to take action if shutters are warranted;
• In COR 3, residents are asked to secure loose items in their yard including lawn furniture, and barbeque grills and trash cans. 

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:

• NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
• NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
• GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
• GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
• JRM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam 

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Stay safe, Tritons!

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