Status Change to Yellow

This past Tuesday, Northwestern changed its COVID resurgence status from Green to Yellow. Dr. Cureton's video message outlined several of the reasons why this temporary change was needed. We all have a strong desire to continue to remain in person, and this step can help us do that. The safety and well-being of our campus is something we can all take responsibility for and have a part of! in. In the weeks ahead, the Resurgence Analysis Team and Academic Continuity Team will continue to monitor the conditions on and off campus and make recommendations about what changes are in the best interest of the institution. You can always refer to the Current Status of Campus Protocols page for the most up to date information. Please join me in continuing to pray for the health of our students, fellow colleagues, and campus.

Seating Charts Needed

Thank you to those who have already posted seating charts to Moodle. These are incredibly helpful. Health Services has already needed to reference these to follow-up with students who are potential close contacts. However, in several cases, seating charts were not yet posted. If you have not yet posted your seating chart(s), please do so as soon as you can, and no later than Wednesday, September 1. Instructions for submitting seating charts can be found here. Accessing these in a timely manner will be key for Health Services to effectively support our students. 

Face Covering Expectations

On Thursday evening, all Traditional and DE on-campus students received a reminder email about the need to wear face coverings in various settings, according to our current campus protocols. It is important that we are consistent in wearing face coverings in required settings and enforcing this with our students going forward. As you consider meeting with students in your office, please wear a face covering if you are not able to maintain 6' distance. You are welcome to post a sign outside your office requesting that face coverings are worn. If a student has been approved to receive an accommodation to not wear a face covering or mask, you will receive an email from Academic Achievement. 

New Automatic Emails About Student Absences

Beginning this Wednesday, 8/25, a new email notification process began to inform you of any student(s) who will not be in class due to a non-ADA adjustment or participation in an official UNW activity. You can see a sample email here. You will only receive these emails only on the day of class with students who will not be able to attend in person. In these cases, please follow the lecture capture guidelines for supporting these students.

Upcoming Vaccine Clinic

Northwestern will once again be hosting a free vaccine clinic on campus, Friday, September 17.  Additional details about the clinic, along with information on how to sign up, will be posted on theROCK. As always, please consult with your Health Care provider for guidance on vaccines. Northwestern does not require COVID-19 vaccination for students or employees.

Feedback About Returning to Campus

If you have any feedback that you'd like to share about the return to campus this fall, you are invited to do so through this anonymous form. We appreciate hearing your thoughts!