University officials canceled all classes Wednesday.
The City of Madison has also announced a snow emergency.
Campus officials expect 12-16 inches of snow in the first large snow storm of the season.
""The safety of our students, faculty and staff is paramount,"" Martin said in a statement. ""I encourage the campus community to stay off the roads on Wednesday. We hope to return to normal university business on Thursday.""
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University housing, public safety , snow removal and other essential services will still operate Wednesday. Non-essential employees are asked to stay home to facilitate easier street and sidewalk cleaning.
Madison Metro buses are still scheduled to run.
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