As a part of Halifax Community College’s ongoing effort to keep students and employees safe and well-informed, HCC is now offering an emergency text messaging service. Once registered for this service, text messages and emails will be sent to your mobile device in the event of severe weather, campus emergency or emergency closing. It will not be used for routine communications. All students and employees are encouraged to sign up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up?
Scroll down and click the Sign Up For HCC Mobile Alerts link. You will be asked for your first and last name, email, and you will create a password.
Once logged in, add your home number (for landlines you must check the ‘Voice’ box), cellular number, and email (be sure to click the ‘Send Email here’ box).
IMPORTANT!! After you have filled out your contact information, on the left side of the screen you’ll see a menu. Click the last option ‘Groups’, then on the Groups page, you must click the ‘Join’ link beside Emergency Alerts. If you do not complete this step, you WILL NOT receive Emergency Alerts!!
Is this service free?
HCC does not charge to provide this service HOWEVER your carrier may charge standard text messaging fees. Check with your service provider regarding text messaging fees pertaining to your account.
Will my phone number be shared?
HCC will not give out your cell number.
Do I need to register each semester?
No, you will remain registered unless you unsubscribe.
What if I change my number, email, or want to change my password?
Use this link to log directly into your profile. You can remove (click the red trash bin icon) and add numbers, emails, addresses, and/or change your password.
I am no longer a student at HCC, how do I delete this account?
Use this link to log directly into your profile. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the red Delete my account button.
Halifax Community College has returned to Normal Alert Status.
We appreciate the cooperation, patience, and responsiveness shown by our students, faculty, staff, and community partners during the brief Enhanced Alert period.
Your commitment to safety helps us maintain a secure learning environment for everyone.
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Halifax Community College will operate on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, February 5th, 2026.
Halifax Community College will operate remotely for Students, Faculty and Staff on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. Continue to monitor communications for further updates.
Out of an abundance of caution, HCC will operate in a remote status for all students, faculty, and staff on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Please continue to monitor official HCC communications for updates. Stay safe and warm.
Halifax Community College will be closed on Monday, February 2, 2026. Updates will continue to be shared via HCC alerts, website, social media, and local news. Stay Safe.
Halifax Community College will operate on a 2-hour delay, Thursday January 29, 2026 due to inclement weather.
Due to campus conditions, Halifax Community College will transition to a remote learning and work environment on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Please continue to monitor HCC email, website, and social media for updates and remain safe.
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Attention, Students, Faculty, & Staff:
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