Southeastern Community College President Michael Ash announced Friday morning (March 13) that in-person class instruction at the West Burlington campus is suspended through April 5 as a preventative measure, beginning at 5 p.m. today.
The campus will stay open, however, and classes will resume online after an extended spring break that will now stretch through March 24.
Ash said the suspension is a precautionary measure against the evolving coronavirus COIVD-19 outbreak nationwide, and could possibly extend beyond April 5. He said the college is constantly monitoring the situation and will continue to update the public.
“It is the consensus of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state and local public health officials that the next month will be critical to containing the spread of the virus,” Ash said.
Classes won’t be canceled, though, just delayed and delivered remotely online. The faculty will report to the college on March 23 and 24 for online training. Classes that already were online will not see a schedule change, and will not get an extended break.
Other Important Points About SCC’s Response to Coronavirus
• Computer labs, library resources, testing centers, and study rooms will be open and available. Hours will be posted to Hawknet and Canvas announcements.
• College large group events and meetings of 50 or more people, both on-site and off-site, are canceled through April 5. Some student activities, clubs, and meetings may still occur. Student activity plans will be communicated from a student club advisor.
• Residence halls will remain open and food service will continue on a modified schedule.
• Adjusted plans for the Great Tastes Event will be released as soon as possible.
• The college will continue to provide free public Wi-Fi, student computer labs, and space for study.
If you have questions, please contact your instructor or the Academic Affairs office (319) 208-5287.