Missouri Western State University is canceling Winter Commencement scheduled for Saturday due to weather conditions.

Assistance PR and Marking Director, Kent Heier said in an email Friday afternoon that because of the hazardous weather conditions, Western will not hold the Winter Commencement Ceremony or any graduation-related activities this weekend.

“We know this is disappointing for those students who have worked hard to get to this point, but your safety is our top priority,” Heier said. “We hope to provide an opportunity for graduates and their families to celebrate their accomplishments at a later date, and will announce details of that opportunity on Monday afternoon. Thank you, and please be safe this weekend.”

Western had planned to graduate around 330 students during the ceremony.