How do I receive emergency alerts from Acadia University? 🔹 How do I get emergency notifications from Acadia 🔹 What is Acadia ALERT and how do I sign up 🔹 How will I know if campus is closed 🔹 Where do safety alerts get posted

To stay informed during emergencies, make sure you're registered for Acadia ALERT, the university’s official emergency notification system. It delivers critical updates like:

  • ⚠️ Campus closures

  • 🔌 Power outages

  • 🚨 Emergency situations (e.g. fire, lockdown, severe weather)

Here’s how it works:

  • 📧 Alerts are automatically sent to your Acadia email account

  • 📲 You can also opt in to receive text messages, voice calls, or notifications via the Everbridge Acadia ALERT portal

  • 🖥️ During emergencies, a notification bar appears at the top of Acadia's Website

  • 📞 The Information Line at 902-585-INFO (902-585-4636) is updated with emergency details

  • 📻 Local radio stations may broadcast alerts during severe weather or closures

To sign up or update your preferences:

  • 📧 Email 

  • 🔐 Visit the to manage your profile

Tip: Even if you don’t customize your settings, you’ll still receive alerts through your Acadia email and campus phones — but opting in ensures you get updates wherever you are.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

  • Acadia ALERT: The university’s emergency notification system powered by Everbridge

  • Notification bar: A banner at the top of Acadia’s website displaying urgent messages

  • Everbridge portal: A secure platform where you manage your alert preferences

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📝 Special Notes:

  • You’ll automatically receive alerts via your Acadia email, but customizing your preferences ensures you get updates by text, call, or app notification too

  • Alerts may also be posted on Acadia’s homepage and social media during major events

  • Residence Life staff may share updates directly with students in campus housing

  • If you change your phone number or email, update your profile in the to keep receiving notifications

  • The system is used only for urgent or time-sensitive messages — it won’t spam you with general announcements

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