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Dear EOU Community,
All things considered, we have had a fantastic start to the academic year! It was wonderful to welcome students back to campus in September.
Today, I share an update on Eastern Oregon University’s plans for Winter Term 2020, continuing our journey together during this unprecedented academic year. I remain grateful to the EOU community for your commitment, trust, patience, and flexibility as we work together to make this a great year while facing COVID-19.
WINTER TERM CLASSES
EOU’s Winter Term course schedule is updated and available for students. Registration opens for each student group between Oct. 30 and Nov. 2. Your advisor will have details on when you can register and is prepared to assist you in your planning for next term.
The first day of classes for Winter Term is Monday, Jan. 4, 2021.
Main La Grande campus: EOU plans to hold classes on campus and in flexible formats for Winter Term. Classes are categorized as in-person, hybrid, or remote.
Online courses will continue as normal. EOU has decades of experience delivering high-quality education from a distance, and online instructors and advisors are experts at providing support remotely. A wide range of courses and degrees continue to be available fully online.
On-site courses and Regional Centers will continue to follow the plans and guidelines laid out by their host sites or community colleges.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Access, equity and affordability are at the core of EOU’s mission.
Tutoring, career and internship help, financial aid, and the library are providing resources remotely and in-person with safety measures. Student clubs, cultural events and campus life look different, but they remain present as part of the EOU experience.
Students should check the Mountie Hub for additional information about housing guidelines and course modalities. Log into Canvas and check out the new shell for learning support. Contact Student Affairs (saffairs@eou.edu) if you have questions or concerns.
EMPLOYEE SUPPORT
EOU remains committed to providing a safe work environment for employees. As was the case for Fall Term, numerous campus modifications will remain in place during Winter Term to mitigate risk. While risk cannot be eliminated, EOU will endeavor to accommodate needs as they arise.
Employees and supervisors can update their COVID-19 Job Hazard Analysis (C-JHA) and PPE Assessment forms as needed.
HEALTHY MOUNTIES 2020
In Winter Term, we are continuing the new social norms implemented for Fall Term that help mitigate the spread of disease.
These norms will help us maintain a healthy environment on campus. You can also find guidelines for public health at govstatus.egov.com/OR-OHA-COVID-19.
COVID-19 TESTING
EOU will again conduct COVID-19 screenings for all students intending to be on campus during Winter Term. These tests are self-administered gentle lower nasal swabs (RT-PCR based tests) and will be used to screen students prior to the start of the term.
Details about testing will be provided before the end of Fall Term. If you have questions or concerns about testing, please contact Student Affairs at saffairs@eou.edu or 541-962-3635.
RESIDENCE LIFE
Housing and Residence Life will keep residence halls open during Thanksgiving and Winter Break. Students are encouraged to stay on campus between terms if possible. If you plan to stay in your residence hall over Thanksgiving Break, please complete this form.
Students who decide to leave campus between terms must pick up a COVID-19 testing kit to complete at home prior to returning to the residence halls. These kits will be available soon for pick-up. Contact Residence Life at reslife@eou.edu or 541-962-3553 for more information.
FUTURE UPDATES TO OUR PLANS
EOU’s Resumption Planning website provides up-to-date information. We continue to seek input from all members of the university community. You can submit questions and concerns via this online form.
I appreciate your understanding and support in recognizing that these preventative measures are made for our collective well-being in both the short- and the long-term. I wish you a successful second half of Fall Term and a restful Winter Break.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Tom Insko, ’94 & ‘95
President
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