Thank you for your cooperation and collaboration related to the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19). The university remains committed to the health and well-being of our community. Though there have been no confirmed cases at Ohio State, every step we take as a university is aimed at reducing any potential spread of the virus and ensuring the continuation of our academic mission.
We have a large student population and global reach that require us to manage this issue while taking a variety of circumstances into consideration.
In response to the March 9, 2020, email from President Michael V. Drake, I'd like to reaffirm Human Resources' commitment to guiding our faculty, staff and students through this unique situation.
A number of changes have been made regarding classes, work arrangements, travel and campus events; however, I want to emphasize that the university and medical center remain open for business. We will manage this situation consistent with our university values.
We are encouraging that telework be considered and utilized, where feasible. Decisions regarding telework eligibility need to be made in consultation with your supervisor...
The following summarizes the temporary travel guidelines and approval process, as instructed by the recent announcement from President Drake.
Effective immediately and until further notice, all university-sponsored international travel is suspended. This includes new travel as well as any currently booked trips between now and April 20.
University-sponsored domestic air travel will be limited to business essential travel and will be approved on an as-needed basis. This includes new travel as well as any currently booked trips between now and April 20.
Business essential travel is defined as travel that is absolutely necessary to the...
The university has been monitoring closely the coronavirus outbreak (COVID19) and providing regular updates to you as the situation evolves. I have convened a task force of senior leadership and subject matter experts who are meeting around the clock and are focused on our university’s preparations and response.
We continue to align our recommendations with and follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and other city, state and federal agencies.
While there are no campus-associated cases of COVID-19, we know that there are...
As the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) evolves, we continue to monitor guidelines and recommendations from local, state and federal officials. The situation is changing rapidly, and the university is responding in kind.
Spring Break is nearly here, and with it comes an opportunity to recharge for the rest of the semester. There are a few things to remember, especially if you are leaving campus over break.
Bruce A. McPheron, Executive Vice President and Provost; Gladys M. Gibbs, Director, Student Life Student Health Services; Andrew Thomas, Chief Clinical Officer, Senior Associate Vice President for Health Sciences | February 29, 2020
What's new in this update:
Travel restrictions and reporting requirements now apply to Italy and Iran — joining China and South Korea — through Monday, April 20, 2020. Restrictions apply to university-sponsored travel by students, faculty and staff. Mandatory reporting is required for personal travel in these countries.
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
We write to provide an update related to the coronavirus outbreak (COVID19). While there are currently no confirmed cases in Ohio, we continue to monitor the guidelines and recommendations from local, state and federal health officials to protect the safety and well-being of our community....
Bruce A. McPheron, Executive Vice President and Provost; Gladys M. Gibbs, Director, Student Life Student Health Services; Andrew Thomas, Chief Clinical Officer, Senior Associate Vice President for Health Sciences | February 26, 2020
What's new in this update:
Restriction of university-sponsored travel by faculty, staff and students to South Korea through Monday, April 20, 2020. Mandatory reporting of personal travel to South Korea through April 20.
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
We write to provide an update related to the coronavirus outbreak (COVID19). While there are currently no confirmed cases in Ohio, we continue to monitor the guidelines and recommendations from local, state and federal health officials to protect the safety and well-being of our community.
Continuing to be proactive about the safety of our university community, Ohio State is...
Bruce A. McPheron, Executive Vice President and Provost; Gladys M. Gibbs, Director, Student Life Student Health Services; Andrew Thomas, Chief Clinical Officer, Senior Associate Vice President for Health Sciences | February 19, 2020
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
We write to provide an update related to the coronavirus outbreak, which is now officially named COVID-19 by the World Health Organization. Among other information, this update extends the previously announced travel restrictions and reporting requirements through at least April 20, 2020.
While the spread of COVID-19 is still considered to be low risk within the United States and there are currently no confirmed cases in Ohio, we continue to monitor the guidelines and recommendations from health officials to protect the safety and well-being of our community. Updates are as follows:
Bruce A. McPheron, Executive Vice President and Provost; Gladys M. Gibbs, Director, Student Life Student Health Services; Andrew Thomas, Chief Clinical Officer, Senior Associate Vice President for Health Sciences | February 2, 2020
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
Since our message last week in which we announced university travel restrictions and reporting requirements related to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and U.S. Department of State (DOS) have significantly updated their guidance on travel and guidelines for monitoring the health of those who have recently entered the U.S. from China.
We have also continued to stay in close contact with our local and state public health officials about this outbreak. While there are currently no confirmed cases of the virus in...
