With the publicity and ongoing issues related to the novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV, we want to provide information to all our students, faculty and staff. This strain of coronavirus causes a pneumonia-like illness with cough and shortness of breath in addition to fever and general malaise. The first diagnosis was in Wuhan, China, and people with travel connections to Wuhan have been diagnosed in several other countries, including the United States.
We have no reason at this time to believe anyone on our campus is infected with the illness. The university is nevertheless closely monitoring the situation and will update the community on new developments as appropriate. The university has a preparedness plan, and key stakeholders are already engaged in implementing the plan. The best source of information on the novel coronavirus is the . We urge you to check the CDC website for the most up-to-date developments.
What are the symptoms?
They can be similar to the flu or cold: fever, cough or shortness of breath. Persons
with compromised immune systems or lung issues have the highest risk.
Should I be tested?
If you have traveled in or through known affected areas in the past 14 days and have
any of the above symptoms, you should contact your provider for further instructions
on possible testing.
How can I avoid getting sick?
Follow the standard best practices for preventing the spread of illness:
- Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds to avoid spreading any virus to others, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Cover coughs and sneezes in your elbow or sleeve
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Stay at home and avoid public places and travel, when possible
Again, we have no reason at this time to believe anyone on our campus is infected with the novel coronavirus and will update you as appropriate. Providing emotional support to our students that may have friends or relatives in other countries is also key to our campus support.
If you have health questions or want to discuss the novel coronavirus, please reach out to the Student Health Center or your medical provider. If you are feeling anxious or in need of additional support during this time, please reach out to the 甜心视频app Counseling Center. Students who need assistance during difficult circumstances that may include medical, mental health, personal or family crisis, illness or injury, should contact Student Outreach and Support. Please see important contact information listed below.
Our community鈥檚 health and safety is our utmost concern. We encourage you to inform yourself about the novel coronavirus and take the necessary precautions to help keep our campus safe and healthy.
Sincerely,
Gardiner "Tuck" Tucker, Dean of Students
Cindy Vetter, Director of Student Business & Health Services
Important Contact Information
- Student Health Center: 970-351-2412
- Dean of Students Office: 970-351-2824
- Student Outreach and Support (SOS): 970-351-2796
- Counseling Center: 970-351-2496
- Office of Global Engagement: 970-351-2396
- 甜心视频app Police Department: 970-351-2245
- Emergency: 970-351-2245 or 911
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