Weather Closings
In the event of bad weather or an emergency, the College may close campus. Closure announcements are made as soon as possible.
Check the following outlets for information.
- Your cell phone (sign up for text notifications)
- Heartland website
- Local news outlets
When an emergency occurs during regular operating hours, information and instructions are delivered through the emergency broadcast system on the main campus. In Lincoln and Pontiac, information is shared by faculty and staff.
Emergency Text Alerts
Heartland Community College utilizes an emergency text alert system for sending important notifications for two types of information. Opt in today!
This voluntary text messaging service can deliver two types of information:
- Emergency Alerts (HCC-ALERTS) – Notification of a serious concern affecting campus, including any campus closures due to severe weather
- Temporary Interferences (HCC-ACCESS) – Notification of an interference to campus access such as elevator repairs, blocked stairs, sidewalks and closed entries and parking areas
For Emergency Alerts
Text JOIN HCC-ALERTS to 31389
or
Scan the QR Code below and click SEND
Text LEAVE HCC-ALERTS to 31389 to opt out of the emergency text message service.
For Temporary Interferences
Text JOIN HCC-ACCESS to 31389
or
Scan the QR Code below and click SEND
Text LEAVE HCC-ACCESS to 31389 to opt out of the temporary interference text message service.
The system will reply with an acknowledgment that you have signed up to receive notifications!
HCC does not charge a fee for this service. Review your particular mobile device texting and data plan for service details specific to your account. Message and data rates may apply.
HCC will not share your mobile number or information with any other organization. Information gathered from HCC Alerts or HCC Access will not be used for marketing purposes.
To view the College’s policies on emergency messages, view the HCC Alerts Terms and Conditions, Clery Emergency Notification Policy (PDF) and the Timely Notice Policy (PDF).
For more information about the college's related policies and terms view our Information Privacy Policy (PDF), Appropriate Use Policy (PDF) and Information Security Policy (PDF).