University of the Arts extends closing for papal visit

The University of the Arts has extended its closure for the papal visit.

The university at 320 S. Broad St. will close at 1 p.m. Thursday before the pope's visit and not reopen until the following Tuesday, said spokesman Paul Healey. The plan initially was to close from Friday through Sunday.

"We've reassessed, and it just would be really challenging to get people in and out," Healey said.

The university's essential operations including public safety and student dining will remain open, he said. Academic buildings will be closed and classes canceled.