Bomb Threats Made to SUNY Schenectady, No Concerns Found

Campus evacuated and searched, but no explosives discovered

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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SUNY Schenectady received two bomb threats by phone on Thursday evening, prompting an evacuation and response from multiple law enforcement agencies. After a thorough search of the campus, no explosives or safety risks were found, and classes and events will resume as scheduled on February 20.

Why it matters

Bomb threats can cause significant disruption and fear in a community, especially at an educational institution. While no actual explosives were discovered, the incident highlights the need for robust emergency response protocols and the importance of maintaining campus safety.

The details

The initial bomb threat was received by phone just after 7 p.m. on Thursday. Campus personnel immediately notified Campus Safety, and all individuals on campus were evacuated. Three minutes later, an identical threat was received by phone again. Law enforcement agencies, including New York State Police, Schenectady City Police, and Schenectady County Sheriff's deputies, investigated the campus on foot and used bomb-sniffing K9 units. The campus was cleared by 8:40 p.m., and no further threats or safety risks were found.

  • The initial bomb threat was received just after 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2026.
  • Three minutes later, an identical threat was received by phone again.
  • The campus was cleared by 8:40 p.m. on February 20, 2026.

The players

SUNY Schenectady

A public college located in Schenectady, New York, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

Schenectady County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the bomb threats at SUNY Schenectady.

Dr. Steady Moono

The president of SUNY Schenectady, who issued a statement regarding the bomb threats.

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What they’re saying

“All individuals on campus were then evacuated.”

— Dr. Steady Moono, President, SUNY Schenectady (news10.com)

What’s next

As a precaution, additional law enforcement and Campus Safety personnel will be present on campus throughout the day on Friday, February 21, 2026.

The takeaway

While no actual explosives were found, the bomb threats at SUNY Schenectady highlight the importance of having robust emergency response protocols in place to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff in the event of a potential crisis.