A blanket of ice covered Nashville’s streets and sidewalks Sunday, pushing in-person classes to at least Wednesday, according to the university.
In-person learning had been set to resume Tuesday, but the worsening weather conditions changed the plan.
The university, in an email, said that this really wasn’t a major setback thanks to all the work that’s been put into remote learning during the pandemic.
“Over the last 11 months, remote teaching and learning opportunities have proven to be effective and productive at times when in-person classes are not possible,” reads the university email to students.
“We are fortunate to have the experience and technology in place to enable learning to continue during these unforeseen circumstances.”
The National Weather Service has placed Nashville/Davidson County and several surrounding counties under a winter storm warning through 6 a.m. Tuesday. The NWS warns of “major to extreme impacts.”
Nashville Electric Service reported it is preparing for power outages and is encouraging people to prepare. This includes charging electronics and gathering flashlights with batteries, food and water.
More snow and ice are expected overnight Monday, as freezing temperatures are expected to lock-in current conditions. The following campus amenities and nearby businesses are closed as of Monday:
Lipscomb Units:
Lipscomb Dining Units (excluding Bison Café, Starbucks and Bisons on the Go)
Beaman Library
Group Fitness Classes at the Student Activity Center
Lipscomb Campus Store
Local Businesses:
The Well (all Nashville Locations)
Kroger and Publix (Nashville locations closing early Monday, expected to reopen Tuesday)
Baja Burrito
Frothy Monkey
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint
The Mall at Green Hills
Chick-fil-a Melrose/Music City
Trader Joe’s (Green Hills and White Bridge)
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