COVID-19 and EMU
As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation continues to evolve, we know there are many questions. EMU is taking all necessary steps to protect the health and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff. As we resume from spring break, we want to provide important updates.
At this time, classes and university operations continue as normal. We are closely monitoring updates and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Virginia Department of Health (VDH).
What can I do?
Practice good hygiene
- thorough hand washing
- covering your mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze
- if you are sick, stay home- especially exhibiting symptoms of respiratory illness (e.g., cough, fever, shortness of breath)
- contact your health care provider if you are ill
Self-report
Previous Travel: If you traveled outside of Virginia during spring break, please use this form to let us know where you traveled.
Future Travel: if you plan to travel outside of Virginia use this form to let us know.
Stay up-to-date
Pay attention to emails, text alerts and this webpage for any updates.
How is EMU preparing?
The basics
You will notice extra hand-sanitizer and wipes, as well as reminders to practice good hygiene, around campus. Our crisis management preparedness team is monitoring the situation and paying attention to recommendations from local, state and federal employees. We will be using this webpage for updates, as well as email, text and web alerts, if necessary.
Cross-cultural travel
On-going attention will be given to our cross-cultural programs and other local student travels. The CDC and the U.S. Department of State urge citizens to avoid nonessential travel outside the U.S.. We will send emails with updates regarding EMU programs and events.
On-campus instruction and operations
At this time, classes and university operations continue as normal. We are closely monitoring updates and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Virginia Department of Health (VDH). EMU’s communicable disease and continuity of operations plan is designed to maintain critical and student support functions (dining, housing, administrative functions, facilities management, etc.) during a closure or regional emergency. Faculty are encouraged to think about contingency plans that allow them to continue their teaching. As you accommodate student illness, report attendance through Moodle to help us monitor student absence patterns.
More info
- For specific information about COVID-19 from the CDC, see here.
- Center for Disease Control
- Virginia Department of Health: coronavirus updates on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
