Coronavirus (COVID-19): Campus Response
Updates:
- 4/9/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/8/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/7/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/6/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/3/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/2/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 4/1/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/31/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/30/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/27/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/26/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/25/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/24/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/23/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/20/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/19/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/18/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- 3/17/2020 Update from the President’s Office
- Dunwoody Departmental Contact List
- IT Resources and Information
- Letter from Provost Jeff Ylinen to Students, 3/17/2020
- Letter from President Rich Wagner to Students, 3/12/2020
Due to Minnesota’s recent Stay at Home order, Dunwoody will be temporarily closing its physical location to all visitors, students, and non-essential employees beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 27.
We have transitioned our classes and learning over to a virtual environment and we will continue to serve students in that capacity during this time. Our support staff are working remotely and are available to answer questions, assist with support, services, and resources, and meet one-on-one in a virtual environment.
Our main priority continues to be the health and safety of the Dunwoody community.
What you should know:
- Card access to the buildings is being turned off, and doors will be locked, beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 27.
- Security personnel will be available at the West Entrance in the Main Building between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, for those who have an essential need to access the building. ALL individuals entering the building will have to sign-in with Public Safety.
- Students should refrain from visiting campus during this time.
- The College has now transitioned staff to working remotely, while still providing the services and support needed to serve students and recruit for Fall Semester. Staff are available between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Open Houses and student recruiting events will have online options.
- The Dunwoody Bookstore will still be accepting online book adoptions and orders. More information about book return options will be coming soon.
- At this time, there are no identified cases of COVID-19 at Dunwoody College of Technology. For up-to-date numbers on cases in Minnesota, see the MDH website.
- The College has asked any faculty, staff, or students who are returning from a country where there is CDC Warning – Level 3 Travel Notice to remain off campus for 14 days after their return. This self-quarantine is consistent with current federal policy requiring returning travelers to stay home, monitor their health, and practice social distancing for 14 days upon return. Click to view current Warning Level 3 Travel Notices.
- The SAT testing scheduled to take place on the Dunwoody campus on Saturday, March 14, was cancelled. The College Board/SAT has informed those students signed up to take the test of the cancellation. At this time, we do not have a rescheduled date for the test. The College Board will contact students at a later date to reschedule.
COVID-19 FAQ
How can I avoid contracting COVID-19?
Here are the guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC):
- People can help protect themselves from respiratory illness with everyday preventive actions.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. - Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
What is Dunwoody doing to help slow the spread of COVID-19?
As mentioned above, we are extending Spring Break by one week and then holding classes virtually through April 3.
The campus was disinfected during deep cleaning over the Spring Break, and the College verified that all of our cleaning chemicals are effective at killing the virus. Areas of the campus will also continue to receive extra cleaning attention, including common areas, door handles, etc. Hand sanitizer has been installed at all entrances, including the cafeteria.
The College is emphasizing that all students, employees, and campus visitors should follow CDC preventative practices.
What should I do if I have flu or cold symptoms?
First, you should stay home.
Second, you should monitor yourself for the symptoms identified with COVID-19. That includes fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
What should I do if my symptoms suggest I could have COVID-19?
Please contact your primary health care provider.
What should I do if I have recently traveled from an area with a Level 3 travel health notice?
To slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) into the United States, CDC is working with state and local public health partners to implement after-travel health precautions.
Depending on your travel history, you will be asked to stay home for a period of 14 days from the time you left an area with widespread or ongoing community spread (Level 3 Travel Health Notice). Current countries include China, Iran, Italy, and South Korea.
For an up-to-date list and the full set of precautions, see the CDC webpage on travel precautions.
I'm feeling anxious about this situation. What can I do?
Students can use Talk One2One, which offers FREE, confidential 24/7 support for any problem that can be challenging their emotional health, well-being, or focus. The number is 1.800.756.3124. No issue is too big or too small.
Employees can call our Employee Assistance Program at 800.316.2796 for confidential consultation and resource services. Or visit mutualofomaha.com/eap.
In addition, The College offers Learn to Live, a free 100% confidential online program. Visit https://www.learntolive.com/partners and enter the code DUNWOODY.
Also see the CDC information about mental health and coping during COVID-19.
What if I have questions about my classes?
If you are a student and have questions about your classes, please contact your faculty advisor or program Dean.
What if I can’t connect to the internet, have accommodation needs, or have other logistical issues with virtual learning?
Please contact Student Affairs at studentaffairs@dunwoody.edu.
Resources for Internet Access
The following is a list of internet service providers that are offering free or discounted options to help alleviate financial burdens during this time:
- Comcast is offering two months of free service to new customers, and available to eligible low-income households. More Information
- Comcast is also offering access to all Xfinity Wi-Fi hotspots, for free, to anyone who needs it. More Information
- Find a hotspot near you. More Information
- CenturyLink is offering telephone and internet service for eligible low-income households. More Information
- City of Minneapolis has opened their Wi-Fi for free temporary internet access. More Information
- Cellular Service: If you have cell service, including a data plan, you can use your phone as a hotspot for your laptop. Check with your service provider for all available options. You can also use your cell phones mobile applications to gain access to many of the services required for your education, such as, Canvas, Launchpad, and Office 365. See the IT Resources section in Launchpad for directions on how to install the mobile applications on your cell phone.
- Local Restaurants, Coffee Shops, or Dunwoody: Even though the majority of these places are not open, you can often access the Wi-Fi when near the location, such as, from the parking lot.