Hi Dave,

I can acknowledge that there are many factors that play into the decision making process when it comes to deciding whether or not to close each campus. However, it was extremely frustrating when the UFV Chilliwack campus was announced to be open this morning, just for myself and my classmates (among many other students and faculty) to drive out there in unsafe conditions and have the campus deemed closed shortly upon arrival. Not only did many us have to drive in these unsafe conditions to get to school and then all the way back home, there was also no class on top of it, making the unsafe driving back and forth pointless.

With all due respect, I disagree with the statements that we as students can always "use our own discretion" when deciding whether or not to attend class when the campus remains open in these driving conditions. I understand that these statements must be made so that UFV isn't held liable if anything happens. It doesn't however resonate well with me, a nursing student, who had a lab class today that is mandatory to attend. Either my safety or my education takes priority. I am well aware of the correct response/action to take in these situations, but I would prefer that my education doesn't take a hit in the process.

I am certain that when considering whether or not UFV campuses are to remain open tomorrow, all of these factors will be taken into account. We all pay good money for these classes and are not looking for an excuse to have a day off, we just want to stay safe.

With appreciation,

Cassidy Phillips