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Harvard University and Harvard Law School shifted to remote teaching and learning, as of Monday, March 23. For more information and the latest updates, please visit the HLS coronavirus information page.

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Emergency Information

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Reporting Emergencies

In cases of life-threatening emergencies, always call 911 first. 

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Central Gathering Space

In the event of an emergency that results in a prolonged loss of power or limited access to email, Caspersen Student Center (Harkness Commons) will serve as a central location where information will be provided to members of the HLS community.

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Preparing for Emergencies

Preparing for Emergencies

  • Harvard University Emergency Information

    Find updated news from Harvard in the case of an emergency

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  • Plan Ahead for Disasters

    Visit Ready.gov to learn more about preparing for disasters

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  • HLS Winter and Inclement Weather Guidelines

    Find out about school closings and contact information

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Safety and Security at HLS

This brief video will help you be prepared in the unlikely event of an emergency at HLS.

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Automated External Defibrillators (AED)

The leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease, which often leads to sudden cardiac arrest. The use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can greatly increase a person’s chance of surviving. AEDs are simple to use and can be found throughout the university. Find locations of AEDs on the HLS campus and across Harvard University.

Local Emergency Management Team (LEMT)

The Law School maintains a standing Local Emergency Management Team (LEMT) that works closely with University officials on emergency protocols and, in the event of an incident, will coordinate emergency response activities for the School.

LEMT TEAM MEMBER DEPARTMENT PHONE ROLE
Matt Gruber Administration 617-998-1731 Overall management of emergency planning, preparedness, response and recovery efforts. Develops and implements business continuity and disaster resumption efforts for HLS.
Liberty Kenneally Administration 617-495-4602 Communicates LEMT updates to the Dean’s planning and administrative team.
Jeffrey McNaught Campus Safety 617-496-2436 Leads coordination efforts for the HLS LEMT with University-wide LEMTs, Harvard Environmental Health and Safety, and the University-wide Crisis Management Team.
Catherine Claypoole Dean’s Office 617-495-4601 Communicates preparedness information to all faculty including logistical adjustments concerning classes and exams, and conveys timely HLS and University policies.
Katie McGrath Finance 617-496-6058 Manages the financial aspects of the school’s emergency planning, response, and recovery actions.
Melodie Jackson Communications 617-496-4481 Sends emergency-related information to the HLS community and serves as HLS’s spokesperson to the media.
Jeff Neal Communications 617-384-7817 Supports in messaging to the HLS community and liaises with the media.
Marcia Sells Dean of Students 617-495-1881 Supports students and their families with emergency-related needs.
John Arciprete Facilities 617-495-5521 Maintains the facilities and grounds for emergency operations and finds alternate locations for emergency operations if needed. Procures, inventories, stores, and distributes emergency equipment and supplies.
Pratike Patel ITS 617-384-5063 Manages the IT networking and equipment needs of the LEMT.
Roxanne Armbruster Human Resources 617-496-2080 Recruits, trains, and assigns the HLS’s emergency planning and response employees and volunteers.
Jocelyn Kennedy Library 617-496-2108 A representative of the Library is included due to the physical space, number of staff, and contents of the collection including rare manuscripts, etc.
Lisa Burns Registrar 617-495-5440 Ensures classes and exams have the spaces and resources required, and makes any necessary adjustments in scheduling.
Tara Kripowicz Faculty Support Services 617-496-1121 Keeps faculty assistants informed of emergency measures being taken, and manages any alterations in support to faculty and their assistants.

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