RIT to test emergency alert system this weekend

RIT will test its RIT Alert emergency notification system at 4 p.m. EST on Sunday, Oct. 23. Following the test, an “all clear” email will be sent to the RIT community.

RIT Alert is used to notify the campus community of an imminent threat to the health or safety of students, faculty, and staff on or near the Henrietta campus. Examples of an imminent threat include — but are not limited to — a severe weather event (such as a tornado or other storm that can cause the cancellation of classes and on-campus activities), fire, or threat of violence. The system can send a text message to cell phones, voice messages (mobile or landline), social media and email. In addition, the message will include immediate actions required by RIT community members.

After the community receives the initial notice of an emergency through the RIT Alert system, additional information is provided through RITmail, RIT Facebook, RIT Twitter, and the RIT website.

For faculty and staff unsure if their contact information is in the RIT Alert system, please follow the appropriate instructions. Students can add their information through SIS.