As of Dec. 1, the Washington University switchboard — which can be reached by calling the University’s main line at 935-5000 — is being staffed from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. During nonworking hours, callers receive an automated response.
Before the change, the switchboard opened at 7:30 a.m. and closed at 6 p.m.
“The change aligns our switchboard hours to reflect the times of normal calling patterns experienced by our operators,” said Bill Orrick, director of Telecommunications Services.
The automated responses heard when the switchboard is closed will not change. Frequently requested numbers are provided with single-digit transfers.
For more information, call Orrick at 935-4599.