Current Status:
CNU is operating under normal conditions. ----- On Wednesday, September 25th, from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Christopher Newport University will conduct a Critical Incident Full Scale Exercise focused on a scenario involving an active threat by an assailant. The exercise is in partnership with the City of Newport News and several state and local agencies. ------- You can expect to see a large police, fire and EMS presence. First responders will react to role players who may have fake wounds. You may also hear blanks fired by Exercise Controllers to further the training scenario. ------- Your participation and understanding are greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention and cooperation.
Emergency Notification System
Christopher Newport's emergency notification system (ENS) employs two primary electronic communication methods: text messaging and email.
In the event of a real-time emergency (e.g., tornado, shooter) where students, faculty and staff need to take immediate action, emergency management personnel will use the ENS to send a text message. Other ENS components, such as email, website features, calls to landlines and cellphones, social media posts, and on-campus computer overrides may also be used. Texts, emails and calls will be sent to all individuals registered in the CNU Alert system.
In all other cases where there is not an emergency or immediate threat, information will be sent by email to Christopher Newport University students, faculty and staff via the university's email service. This notification is intended only for members of the Christopher Newport University community who attend classes or work on campus so that they may make plans regarding their daily activities.