COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Messaging

Dear [returning student], As we prepare for your return to campus this fall, I would like to share with you some of the changes you can expect as we adapt classroom instruction and course design to meet necessary safety measures during this pandemic. We are committed to providing an excellent academic experience, even as we […]

Dear colleagues, As we continue to navigate the complexities brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, I ask that you join me in reaffirming in word and deed our institution’s commitment to ensuring that our University community is inclusive and inviting to all. I am proud of our diverse community that represents a breadth of races and […]

Dear colleagues, The past four weeks have been incredibly challenging for all of us. The quick shift to online and remote course delivery due to the COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly resulted in less than ideal situations for faculty and students alike. As we near the end of this semester, it is important to assess how […]

Dear colleagues, Each of our lives has been disrupted in some way by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For our faculty members, we recognize that this disruption may negatively impact one’s ability to devote adequate time to research and writing. In addition, many conferences have been canceled and travel has been suspended. In the spirit of […]

Dear colleagues, Earlier today, Chancellor Dubois shared that it may become necessary for our South Village residence halls to be used in conjunction with the Mecklenburg County or the state of North Carolina planning and response efforts for COVID-19. As a result, I ask for your flexibility and accommodation for students who will be required […]

Dear students, I hope that you all are beginning to adapt as we face changing circumstances due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have heard from many of you and understand that many students have additional personal stress at this time. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Faculty Executive Committee has voted to […]

Dear colleagues, As we adapt to life in a virtual realm, I would like to share some encouragement and early lessons learned. You have been amazing about rapidly moving to remote instruction, but I understand this doesn’t mean your content has been revised pedagogically to be optimized for online learning. Be kind to yourself and […]

Dear colleagues, Together, we are charting unknown territory as we continuously pivot in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic affecting our community. I appreciate all you are doing to provide alternative course delivery while guiding and supporting your students. Beginning March 23, all classes, including lab sections, will be delivered in an alternative remote or […]

Dear colleagues, Many thanks to all of you who have moved quickly to put your courses into alternative formats. Our goal is to help our students complete the semester, and you have stepped up. As this unprecedented situation continues to unfold, I am asking for more of your help in some specific ways. If you […]

Dear colleagues, As the University faces the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to first thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this unprecedented situation. For the health and well-being of our campus community and our greater community, the University is encouraging social distancing and is asking instructors to transition to alternative […]