DAILY CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Latest announcements and news

Here is the current information related to university operations and programs. The latest information is available on the UO Coronavirus webpage and FAQ page.

REMINDER: 

  • The university will host a virtual town hall for faculty, staff, and graduate employees at 4:00 p.m. today to address topics such as employee benefits, academic support services, and technology and information services. You can watch the livestream on the town hall website and submit questions during the town hall by emailing townhall@uoregon.edu. A recording will be available on the town hall website.
     

NEW: 

  • All students are encouraged to make an appointment with an academic advisor to make sure you are on track and plan for future terms. We've also created a list of offices available to support you remotely and help answer your questions.
     
  • The Campus Virtual Lab replaces the physical Computer Lab on campus. Visit the virtual lab to access software for most classes.
     
  • A couple of weeks ago, UO faculty members were presented with the unprecedented challenge to teach students creatively, realistically, and supportively - remotely.  They put in the work and their responses to this challenge demonstrate an unwavering commitment to their students’ success.
     

RESOURCES AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

  • UO President Michael Schill announced Monday that $1 million in philanthropic support is now available for the Students in Crisis Fund to help students who are dealing with serious financial disruptions. If you are in a financial crisis that could negatively impact your academics, please call 541-346-3216 or visit dos.uoregon.edu. To give to the fund, visit giving.uoregon.edu.
     
  • As the UO shifts to remote instruction this spring, we’ve put together remote resources for students.
     
  • The number of COVID-19 confirmed cases reached 826 in Oregon; there are 21 confirmed cases in Lane County.
     
  • The university continues to work in close coordination with the Oregon Health Authority and our companion institutions and agencies.
     
  • Questions, concerns, or suggestions not addressed in the FAQs should continue to be directed to this web form or to the coronavirus information line at 541-346-7007 (the line is staffed from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays).