UConn is testing its university-wide emergency alert system the afternoon of Wednesday, Jan. 28.

Now’s a perfect time to register for text notifications through UConnALERT. This enables you to receive emergency messages instantly even when you’re not monitoring work emails. You can provide a cell phone number and other numbers or emails to receive emergency alerts.

Sign up or update your information today.

Announcement from University Safety and University Communications

The University of Connecticut will test its emergency notification and alerting system, UConnALERT, the afternoon of Wednesday, Jan. 28, on all campuses.

The test involves multiple messaging platforms. A notice will be posted on the UConn Alert website (alert.uconn.edu); an email will be sent to all students, faculty, and staff; and posts will appear on the University’s Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter) accounts.

In addition, cellphone numbers registered with the UConnALERT system will receive text messages. On the Storrs campus only, outdoor sirens will be tested with an audible tone.

This test includes emergency notifications at UConn Health in addition to the Storrs and regional campuses.

In an actual emergency, information will be updated regularly through the UConn Alert website at alert.uconn.edu.

Students, faculty, and staff should visit this site to register for cellphone text alerts, update their contact information, and obtain information related to emergency procedures and campus safety.

Thank you for your cooperation during the exercise and your support of public safety initiatives at UConn.

Gene Labonte
Associate Vice President for University Safety

Michael Kirk
Vice President for Communications