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Gustavus Extends Online Learning Through Spring Semester
TO: The Gustavus Community FROM: President Bergman SUBJECT: Important Update on Gustavus Response to COVID-19 DATE: March 17, 2020 Members of the Gustavus Community, I write today with an updated announcement on Gustavus measures in response to the fast-developing COVID-19 situation. First, however, I want to offer a personal note to members of our community. […]
Daily Update: March 16, 2020
Faculty members held a virtual meeting to discuss plans for offering online coursework and administrative divisions met to discuss staffing and work-from-home plans (if applicable). A website with faculty and staff planning resources (gustavus.edu/gts/continuity) was launched by Gustavus Technology Services and is linked on the Gustavus COVID-19 website. Students received updated information on room and […]
Daily Update: March 15, 2020
The President’s Cabinet and executive board of the College’s Infectious Disease Committee met in response to Minnesota’s plans to close all K-12 schools effective this Wednesday. Administrative divisions will meet Monday to develop plans for the coming days and discuss work-from-home possibilities. Faculty will receive additional communication from the Provost. Frequently Asked Questions have been […]
Daily Update: March 14, 2020
The President’s Cabinet and executive board of the College’s Infectious Disease Committee held a work session for operational planning. As announced yesterday, the College is suspending in-person classes and making the temporary transition to online learning. There will be no classes the week of March 16-20.
Daily Update: March 13, 2020
Gustavus has suspended all in-person classes and modified the academic calendar. There will be no classes next week as faculty and staff prepare for a temporary transition to online learning.
Gustavus Suspends In-Person Classes | COVID-19 Update
TO: The Gustavus Community FROM: President Bergman SUBJECT: COVID-19 Update | Suspension of In-Person Classes and Academic Calendar Change DATE: March 13, 2020 This has been a challenging week as Gustavus continues to confront and respond to the fast-changing global impact of COVID-19. As always, our primary goal is to safeguard the health and wellbeing […]
Daily Update: March 12, 2020
Daily operations at Gustavus, including in-person classes, continue as normal. Gustavus study away students will be required to return to the United States. Lund Center will open at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 13. See today’s community update for more information.
Community Coronavirus Update
TO: The Gustavus Community FROM: Brenda Kelly, Provost and Dean of the College SUBJECT: COVID-19 Update | Lund Center Hours | Study Away DATE: March 12, 2020 Gustavus continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation and take appropriate actions based on guidance from national, state, and local officials. Tonight, Lund Center is hosting a […]
Community Coronavirus Update
TO: The Gustavus Community FROM: President Bergman SUBJECT: Community updates on COVID-19 DATE: March 11, 2020 I write today with an update on the College’s continuing steps in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. The safety and wellbeing of all members of the Gustavus community remains our number one priority. Please take the time to […]
Daily COVID-19 Update: Operations Continue as Normal
Daily operations at Gustavus, including in-person classes, continue as normal. A message was sent to Gustavus students, faculty, and staff. The COVID-19 (coronavirus) FAQs have been updated.