Dear Students,

Concordia College New York remains firmly committed to timely and transparent communication around the health and safety of our entire community. 

This weekend, Concordia has launched our COVID-19 dashboard which will provide regular updates about the presence of COVID-19 positive tests within our Bronxville on-campus population. This includes students, faculty and staff statistics.

The dashboard will be updated daily (Monday through Friday) by 12pm EST and is accessible on our public website. View Now

Your health and safety remain Concordia's high priority.  It is important that you participate actively in the Concordia Cares initiative by staying aware, asking questions, and adhering to safety protocols.

We continue to work closely with the Westchester Department of Health (DOH) on the COVID-19 situation.

Please continue to check your email regularly.

Thank you.

Dr. Mark Wahlers
Chief Administrative Officer

Dear Students,

By now you have heard that a Concordia student tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, August 25. The student left campus for isolation, and those who came into contact with the student are quarantined. These students have been assigned a Westchester Department of Health (DOH) contact tracer, and will not return to class or participate in campus activities until they have received their release of isolation or release of quarantine letter from the DOH. We will continue to work closely with the Westchester Department of Health (DOH) on this situation.

We understand students’ anxiety around this news, and coronavirus health and safety generally. Some of you have reached out with questions and concerns, and for that we are grateful. It is important that you participate actively in the Concordia Cares initiative by staying aware, asking questions, and encouraging adherence to safety protocols. 

Here are several updates and important things to know. 

• Resident students quarantined on campus must remain in quarantine for 14 days. Students who leave quarantine before 14 days must start the 14 days over again. Please review the Westchester County DOH Quarantine on the Student Resource web page. 
• We are continually monitoring enforcement of health and safety protocols on campus. Additional sanitizing wipes have been placed in the Commons. Hand sanitizer and soap dispensers are being inspected and will be repaired or replaced where necessary. Cleaning staff have been reminded of their requirement to wear masks at all times. 
• Please be assured that Chartwells (our dining services vendor) is following current New York State Department of Health guidance for food service. This includes sanitizing every table in the Commons every hour. Students may also request that Chartwells staff clean a table outside that schedule. While there are no current NY State guidelines that prohibit food from being served on open plates, students who prefer that their food be packaged in to-go containers can request that. 
• We are currently reviewing campus policy regarding visitors, and will communicate that policy shortly. 

Please check your email regularly. We will continue to update you as we work together to ensure a successful semester.  

Sincerely,

Kathy Laoutaris

Dear Students,

We are committed to providing timely communications regarding COVID-19 cases and potential exposures to our students, faculty and staff. 

Today, a student tested positive for COVID-19 and has left our campus. We have contacted the Westchester Department of Health for further guidance and they will be working closely with Concordia on this rapidly evolving situation.

We have quarantined and tested students who may been exposed as identified through contact tracing. Employees who have interacted with this individual have also been contacted. We understand that this is a challenging situation at several levels. We ask that you respect the privacy of all individuals.

Your health and safety remain Concordia's utmost priority. Throughout the summer, we have spent countless hours to ensure the safety of our community. The procedures we are following were developed in our COVID-19 Reopening & Preparedness Plan in accordance with all Centers for Disease Control (CDC), New York State and local government guidelines. Concordia is following and exceeding all federal and state requirements.

We must be attentive, flexible, serious, and engaged regarding the steps we need to take as a community to care for ourselves and for one another.  View CDC COVID-19 prevention guidance here.   

Students: If you have any symptoms consistent with COVID-19, please contact the Student Health Center immediately at 914-337-9300 x 2243 or studenthealth@concordia-ny.edu.  

If you are a student with any additional questions, please contact:

Kathy Laoutaris, Director of Athletics & Campus Life
Kathy.Laoutaris@concordia-ny.edu
914-337-9300 x2442

Please continue to be attentive to all communications addressing COVID-19 and the additional steps we will be taking. 

We ask you to keep in your prayers all of our students during these unprecedented times. 

Dr. Mark Wahlers
Chief Administrative Officer

Dear Students,

As an important component of the safety measures we’ve put in place on campus, you are required to complete a Mandated Daily Student Self-Assessment each day you are on the Bronxville campus beginning Monday, August 24. You must fill this out on the same day that you will be on campus (not the night before). Resident students should complete the assessment before they leave their residence hall. Commuter students should complete the assessment before they arrive on campus. 

The Mandated Daily Student Self-Assessment can be found as a pop-up on the Digital Quad, under Resources on the Student Resource Portal, and here. The assessment is a fillable PDF. Please contact the Concordia College Helpdesk by emailing helpdesk@concordia-ny.edu if you have any technical issues accessing or completing it.

The College will be implementing an app for this purpose later this month.

Students, I know that you take our Concordia Cares initiative and Concordia Cares Covenant seriously. The Mandated Daily Student Self-Assessment is a critical part of the commitment we all made to conduct daily self-monitoring and assessment procedures. You should know that every Concordia employee is also required to complete a mandated self-assessment each day that we are on campus.

As a reminder, you’ll need to have your ID with the new Fall 2020 sticker (available at processing) to enter our classrooms. It is important that faculty and our entire community have confidence that our safety measures are being adhered to by all.

Thank you for showing that you care.

Dr. Rachel Eells 

Good Evening Students,

We are looking forward to safely welcoming you to campus! 

Please note that all students traveling from states designated as hot spots must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival in New York State.  You may quarantine in a state that is NOT on the list. FAQs regarding quarantine restrictions on travelers from out of state can be found here. 

For students arriving from international locations: if the CDC has designated your country a Level 3 Risk, you must self-quarantine in New York or another US state NOT on the list of states designated as hot spots for 14 days before coming to campus. 

As a reminder, please see below for processing and move in dates and related clearance requirements. 

Processing and Move in Schedule

Please note that all students must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before processing. Clearance requirements can be found below.  

Commuter Student Processing:  Schoenfeld Hall
Wednesday, 8/19/2020:               9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with A-C)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with D-H)

Thursday, 8/20/2020:                     9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with I-M)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with N-R)

Friday, 8/21/2020:                           9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with S-T)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with V-Z)

Resident Student Processing and Move in:  Schoenfeld Hall

Saturday, 8/22/2020:                     9-11 am (All new residents)

Sunday, 8/23/2020:                        Schedule for returning residents will be emailed. 

Orientation

 Saturday August 22nd and Sunday August 23rd. Complete schedule will be sent separately.

Clearance Requirements
 

HEALTH SERVICES

Returning Students | Non-athletes
You do NOT need to bring or send your immunizations or submit an updated physical. 

Returning Students | Athletes  
You must complete a Returning Athlete health packet located on the Concordia website. Submit a new physical only; you do not have to repeat the sickle cell screening or resubmit immunizations.

All New Students
You must submit a completed health packet (Green for new First-year and Transfer Students; Purple for new Student-athletes). All forms are located on the Concordia website. 

All Students
You must provide proof that you have medical insurance valid in NY State. (If you are an international student OR have out-of-state Medicaid, you CANNOT waive the College Health Insurance)

Instructions for Enrolling/Declining (Waiving*) the College-offered Health Insurance

a)       Go to www.gallagherstudent.com/concordiany

If “Student Waive/Enroll” does not appear on the upper left, click “Find School” in the middle of the page – the option should then appear in the upper left.

b)      Click on ‘Student Waive/Enroll’ to the left

c)       Log in if you’re a returning user, or create an account for first time users

d)      Click the blue ‘I want to WAIVE/ENROLL’ button

e)      Follow the instructions to submit a Waiver form or an Enrollment form

*Domestic Students: waiving the insurance indicates that you have a plan that is equal to or better than the College-offered plan and that it allows you to receive care in New York State. You may not waive the College-offered insurance if your current insurer is an out-of-state Medicaid or proprietary provider. If this is the case, please call the Health Center at extension 2243.

Note*: If you are an International student or currently are covered by your state Medicaid, you must enroll in the College plan.

FINANCIAL AID 
Complete the 2020-21 FAFSA ASAP if you have not done so. You can complete the FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov. If you are a New York State resident you should also complete the TAP grant application at https://www.hesc.ny.gov. 

1.       Once you have completed your FAFSA and have a financial aid package available, you must accept the aid offered to you via Banner Self-Service.

2.       Please note that he Financial Aid Office is not open for walk-ins, but will continue to support current students, prospective students and families through virtual appointments, phone calls (914-337-9300 x2227), and email (financialaid@concordia-ny.edu) during normal office hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-6pm and Friday 8:30am-5pm.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS 
The due date for Fall 2020 is August 7th. Pay your balance in full or create a payment plan by August 7th. To make a payment or enroll in the payment plan, log into your Banner Self-Service account, go to Student & Financial Services, select Student Account, and click on Make a Payment.

Question about your student account? Please contact Denise Hopkins at Denise.Hopkins@concordia-ny.edu, or Rosalin Gutierrez at Rosalin.Gutierrez@concordia-ny.edu.

Residence Hall Move In Requirements 

Please note that all students must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before processing. Clearance requirements can be found above. 

24 hours before to coming to campus, all students and their guests must complete the Covid-19 Site Entry Screening form. You will receive this form before your move in date. Please email it back to studentlife@concordia-ny.edu the day before you are scheduled to move in.

• Two guests may accompany you to campus. One guest may enter the residence hall with you while the other remains at the vehicle unloading belongings.
• All students and their guests will have their temperature checked, and staff will ensure that all have a face mask or cloth face-covering.
• Students and guests must wear masks at all times when on campus. 
• If you or your guests are not feeling well, please call the Office of Residence Life to reschedule your move in. Do not come to campus if you are ill. 

If you have any questions regarding your housing application or assignment, please contact John Dana, John.Dana@concordia-ny.edu. You must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before coming to campus for processing.

Concordia is committed to maintaining the safety of our entire community as you move forward with your education and college experience. Thank you for doing your part to show that Concordia Cares. Please contact our office if you have any questions or are having any difficulty securing a quarentine location.

Sincerely,

Kathy Laoutaris

Good Evening Students,

Below you’ll find important updates to Concordia’s processing plans for the 2020-2021 academic year. We look forward to safely welcoming you to campus! Please read all instructions carefully as many familiar campus procedures have changed.  Of course, in these times changes can happen quickly, so please keep reading your emails for the latest updates.

Processing and Move in Schedule

Please note that all students must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before processing. Clearance requirements can be found below.  

Commuter Student Processing:  Schoenfeld Hall
Wednesday, 8/19/2020:               9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with A-C)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with D-H)

Thursday, 8/20/2020:                     9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with I-M)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with N-R)

Friday, 8/21/2020:                           9-11 am (Students whose last name begins with S-T)

                                                                1-3pm (Students whose last name begins with V-Z)

Resident Student Processing and Move in:  Schoenfeld Hall

Saturday, 8/22/2020:                     9-11 am (All new residents)

Sunday, 8/23/2020:                        Schedule for returning residents will be emailed. 

Orientation

 Saturday August 22nd and Sunday August 23rd. Complete schedule will be sent separately.

Clearance Requirements
 

HEALTH SERVICES

1.       Documentation of your immunizations: 

At minimum, that you have had

a)       two (2) doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. The first dose CANNOT be BEFORE your 1st birthday.

b)      One (1) dose of meningitis vaccine

c)       Physical exam

d)      All documents must be signed and stamped by your medical provider

2.       You must provide proof that you have medical insurance valid in NY State. (If you are an international student OR have out-of-state Medicaid, you CANNOT waive the College Health Insurance)

Instructions for Enrolling/Declining (Waiving*) the College-offered Health Insurance

a)       Go to www.gallagherstudent.com/concordiany

If “Student Waive/Enroll” does not appear on the upper left, click “Find School” in the middle of the page – the option should then appear in the upper left.

b)      Click on ‘Student Waive/Enroll’ to the left

c)       Log in if you’re a returning user, or create an account for first time users

d)      Click the blue ‘I want to WAIVE/ENROLL’ button

e)      Follow the instructions to submit a Waiver form or an Enrollment form

*Domestic Students: waiving the insurance indicates that you have a plan that is equal to or better than the College-offered plan and that it allows you to receive care in New York State. You may not waive the College-offered insurance if your current insurer is an out-of-state Medicaid or proprietary provider. If this is the case, please call the Health Center at extension 2243.

*International Students: you may NOT waive the College-offered insurance.

FINANCIAL AID 
Complete the 2020-21 FAFSA ASAP if you have not done so. You can complete the FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov. If you are a New York State resident you should also complete the TAP grant application at https://www.hesc.ny.gov. 

1.       Once you have completed your FAFSA and have a financial aid package available, you must accept the aid offered to you via Banner Self-Service.

2.       Please note that he Financial Aid Office is not open for walk-ins, but will continue to support current students, prospective students and families through virtual appointments, phone calls (914-337-9300 x2227), and email (financialaid@concordia-ny.edu) during normal office hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-6pm and Friday 8:30am-5pm.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS 
The due date for Fall 2020 is August 7th. Pay your balance in full or create a payment plan by August 7th. To make a payment or enroll in the payment plan, log into your Banner Self-Service account, go to Student & Financial Services, select Student Account, and click on Make a Payment.

Question about your student account? Please contact Denise Hopkins at Denise.Hopkins@concordia-ny.edu, or Rosalin Gutierrez at Rosalin.Gutierrez@concordia-ny.edu.

Residence Hall Move In Requirements 

Please note that all students must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before processing. Clearance requirements can be found below. 

24 hours before to coming to campus, all students and their guests must complete the Covid-19 Site Entry Screening form. You will receive this form before your move in date. Please email it back to studentlife@concordia-ny.edu the day before you are scheduled to move in.

• Two guests may accompany you to campus. One guest may enter the residence hall with you while the other remains at the vehicle unloading belongings.
• All students and their guests will have their temperature checked, and staff will ensure that all have a face mask or cloth face-covering.
• Students and guests must wear masks at all times when on campus. 
• If you or your guests are not feeling well, please call the Office of Residence Life to reschedule your move in. Do not come to campus if you are ill. 

If you have any questions regarding your housing application or assignment, please contact John Dana, John.Dana@concordia-ny.edu. You must be fully registered for classes and cleared by Health Services, Financial Aid and Student Accounts before coming to campus for processing.

Concordia is committed to maintaining the safety of our entire community as you move forward with your education and college experience. While this fall will certainly look different than other semesters, Concordia’s enriching academics, supportive environment and close community will not change. Thank you for doing your part to show that Concordia Cares. Please contact our office if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Kathy Laoutaris

Dear Students,

We are looking forward to seeing you on campus this fall, and are busy planning for a healthy, productive academic year. 

To assist you in making your travel plans, we want to keep you apprised of the latest guidance from New York State. 

At this point, the State’s guidance regarding quarantine mandates for college students is the same as it is for anyone traveling to New York. New York State has identified 31 ‘restricted states,’ and mandated that people arriving from these states quarantine for 14 days. As of today, the list of restricted states includes:

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. This list is evolving and can be found here: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory.

Students traveling from these states and from countries listed on the CDC website are to quarantine in New York State for 14 days before being allowed to come on campus.

One option is to arrive in New York 14 days before the start of school and self-quarantine with a friend or family member before coming to campus. Concordia has also secured discounted rates at these nearby hotels:

Hampton Inn Tuckahoe Road: $89 per night, Group Code:  CCQ, contact Lisa Keppler (Reservations must be made by August 10th)
Springhill Suites Tuckahoe: $139 per night; use Corporate/promotional code CUJ

All students will be asked to complete an Entry Questionnaire and students will be tested as they arrive on campus. 

You will continue to receive updates on all Concordia’s health and safety measures. Please remember to check your email and the Student Information Portal often.  

Concordia is proud to be a caring community. Wearing masks, keeping our distance, and thoughtfully considering how our actions may affect others are all ways to show that we care. We are all responsible for keeping each other safe, and many of your classmates, friends and family members who are at increased risk for infection are counting on your caring and cooperation this semester. Thank you for making Concordia who we are!

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. 

For your reference:
https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2020/06/interimguidance_traveladvisory.pdf

Sincerely,

Kathy Laoutaris

Director of Athletics & Campus Life | Athletics & Student Experience

From the Student Accounts Office

Tuition, room and board and fees for 2020/2021 were set with the understanding that courses would be delivered through a flexible mix of in-class/lab and digital experiences, and reflect costs the College must incur regardless of how many days of service it receives.

While course delivery may change to protect the health and safety of our community, the value of a Concordia College education and Concordia College degree remain constant.

We appreciate our students more than ever in this unprecedented time.

How Will Concordia’s Commitment to Your Safety Impact Campus for Fall 2020?

Concordia is excited to welcome you back to campus this fall! We will soon be filing our reopening plan with New York State in accordance with state guidelines. When you arrive on campus, you’ll notice several changes made to ensure the health and safety of our entire community as we prepare for another year of intellectual and social engagement. Adaptations will continue as we adjust to the world’s new normal, and more details will follow, but here is a heads up on what to expect.  

Campus

• Masks and social distancing will the norm across campus. You will see lots of signage placed as reminders. You will receive a washable Concordia mask, and disposable masks will always be available to you in Security at no cost. 
• Dining services will be modified. Please see Chartwell’s guide below. 
• Activities including intramurals may be adjusted or limited. Access to the Fitness Center is still under review.
• Common spaces across campus will be modified to promote social distancing, with occupancy adjusted. 
• Large campus events will be held virtually. 
• During the semester, you will be asked to limit travel off campus to reduce the risk of exposure. 

Classrooms and Labs

• Your safe, uninterrupted education is our priority! 
• Classrooms will be cleaned nightly, and dispensers for both surface wipes and hand sanitizer will be located in hallways and classroom common areas.
• Classroom capacity is set to 50%. Masks will be required in classrooms as 50% capacity does not allow for six-foot social distancing. 
• Plastic barriers have been added to some lab spaces.  
• Faculty have been encouraged to hold classes outdoors as space and weather permit. 
• Your courses will be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and remote instruction designed for maximum adaptability and to keep classrooms at 50% capacity.
• Training in Blackboard and other platforms will be available to you, along with Concordia’s full range of support services. 

Residence Halls

• Residence hall capacity has been reduced. Room gatherings will be limited to occupants plus 1 person. 
• Face coverings will be required in public areas of residence halls. 
• Guests will not be permitted in residence halls.
• Social distancing guidelines will be followed, including directional indicators for common areas and stairwells and limits on gatherings. 
• Community bathrooms have been fitted with soap dispensers. There will be occupancy limits for community bathrooms. 
• Residents will be asked to provide plans for emergency travel, off-campus treatment and isolation in the event of illness, medically recommended self-quarantine, or closure of residence halls. 

Concordia Cares
Concordia is proud to be a caring community. Wearing masks, keeping our distance, and thoughtfully considering how our actions may affect others are all ways to show that we care. We are all responsible for keeping each other safe, and many of your classmates, friends and family members who are at increased risk for infection are counting on your caring and cooperation this semester. Thank you for making Concordia who we are!

CHARTWELLS GUIDE FOR FALL

Greetings Students -

I hope this finds you and your families well.  As many of you know we have had a shared instance of Blackboard with Concordia Portland.  That is changing and we are now partnering with Concordia Nebraska.  Many of your past courses have already been migrated and you may have received emails notifying you of that.

We have some active classes that still need to be moved.  If your class started prior to today in our summer terms, it will be moved on 7/7/20 starting at 10pm EST, this is expected to last 18 hours.  As of Tuesday at 10:00PM you should no longer log into the shared instance with Concordia Portland and should login via the Concordia Nebraska portal:  https://blackboard.cune.edu/

Other than using the new link to log into Blackboard, everything should work exactly the same as before.  You can always refer to our knowledge base with questions.

If you have any issues or questions, please reach out to your professor or to the helpdesk: helpdesk@concordia-ny.edu. 

Thank you,

Alison Bogart
IT Academic Software Specialist | Information Technology Services
914-337-9300 ext. 2168

Academic Calendar
The Fall semester for our traditional undergraduate students will open August 24 in a blended format of traditional classes integrated with web-enhanced content and technology. Classes will continue through November 23 without a break. After the Thanksgiving holiday, classes will be fully online for the remaining two weeks of the semester. Recognizing that some students require the optimal learning spaces campus provides, resident students will have the option to remain on/return to campus after the break. Commuting students will also have access to campus after the Thanksgiving break. Exams for the fall semester will be administered online. Nursing students will also begin their courses on August 24 and the program will include online lectures and lab simulations in the lab in small groups. Accelerated Degree Programs will begin in early July. Further decisions on the spring semester calendar will be made at a later date. 

Academic Program Delivery
Concordia has engaged an Instructional Design Team to build courses that can shift as needed along a range of delivery methods, from fully in-person to fully online. Extensive resources and training ensure that Concordia’s faculty can maximize face-to-face time while fully supporting learning that happens virtually. This means that students can expect uninterrupted academic progression throughout a range of potential scenarios. 

Student Experience
The College is committed to a vibrant campus life. Administrators, the Student Experience Team and the Student Government Association have been working together on plans to safely engage students with activities, athletics, clubs, and residence life. Physical distancing protocols will alter the format of some programming as the College follows local, state and national guidance. 

Athletics
Concordia is working with the NCAA Division II governance and is in support of the Division 2 Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) recommendation to pursue no changes to the 2020 Playing and Practice Seasons and D-II Championships schedule for fall sports, allowing seasons to be planned (including start dates) as legislated if public health conditions allow. Our primary objective is to develop guidelines and protocols to ensure safe competition.

Events
While large public gatherings will not take place this fall, other formats for many of Concordia’s community events are being planned. Details will follow as available.  

Health and Safety Measures
Concordia is committed to protecting the health and safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors. To that end, the College is working with local public health officials, state associations and health care providers to develop testing, monitoring, and contact tracing protocols, while reconfiguring classrooms, residence halls, public areas and dining spaces to enable social distancing. Some highlights include:

• A deep cleaning over the summer will be followed by an accelerated regular cleaning and disinfecting schedule. Cleaning processes and products have been enhanced.
• Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes will be available throughout campus. 
• Additional cleaning protocols have been developed to support the student move-in/move-out process while keeping Concordia community members and their families safe.
• Signage will guide and encourage compliance with health and safety protocols. 
• The Commons and Brickyard will have changes to best ensure the health and safety of our community.
• All hand dryers will be shut off in restrooms and paper towel dispensers will be available.
• Masks will be required in public spaces; masks will be provided to students, faculty, staff and visitors at no cost. As is current policy, visitors will be required to check in at the Security Office. Staff and faculty will wear identification at all times. 
• Concordia’s offices will be limited to 50% capacity as many staff continue to work from home. Staff will follow a variety of health screening and safety protocols. 

Further details and information will be released over the summer as guidance from New York State is disseminated. Please continue to check your email for important updates.

We remain steadfastly committed to our students and meeting their needs during this unprecedented time. Due to the global pandemic and government shutdown orders, Concordia moved swiftly to continue instructional and academic support services including (but not limited to)  library access, tutoring, and advising. As a result, students are able to earn credits toward their degree programs.  Tuition and fees for the Spring 2020 semester will not be refunded.

FROM THE STUDENT ACCOUNTS OFFICE, APRIL 1, 2020

Dear Students,

Thank you for your patience while we worked through credit adjustments for the Spring 2020 semester.

• Concordia College has prorated the following Spring 2020 fees; you will receive a credit adjustment of approximately 45% for each:
  Housing
  Unused dining dollars and board points
  Resident and commuter comprehensive fees
  Parking fees 
• In addition, all EXL course fees have been credited back to students’ accounts.
• Refunds will be issued for any accounts with a credit balance.
• If you are on a payment plan, the credit adjustments will be applied toward your next scheduled payment. 
• Please allow 30-45 days from April 1, 2020 processing. 

Please log into your Banner Self-Service account to view adjustments made. Click on Student Accounts and select Account Detail.

If you have any questions regarding your student account, please contact Denise Hopkins or Rosalin Gutierrez for further assistance.

Denise.Hopkins@concordia-ny.edu   Rosalin.Gutierrez@concordia-ny.edu

Administrative Graduation Fee
The $225 administrative graduation fee charged to students who completed a graduation application remains in place. The fee pays for the administrative tasks necessary to grant degrees: the audit of each student’s record; the conferral of earned degrees noted on final transcripts; and the printing and mailing of diplomas. All these operations will be performed as usual, and each year the College charges this fee regardless of whether students participate in commencement ceremonies. Thank you for your understanding in this matter. Please note that if you ordered a cap and gown, you will receive it.  

Dear Students,

The Conservatory Department is looking for singers, instrumentalists, composers and performers – and thanks to a substantial gift from a donor, scholarships are available!

This is a co-curricular program. All Concordia students – graduate and undergraduate pursuing any degree – are welcome.  All matriculated, degree program students are eligible for scholarships.

The scholarships are audition-based and will be awarded at three levels:

Top: up to $5,000 per year

Intermediate: up to $3,500 per year

Participatory: up to $2,000 per year

Top and Intermediate scholarships require a commitment to participate in an ensemble (for instance the Concordia Community Choir or a chamber/jazz/contemporary instrumental ensemble) and will include weekly, 60-minute private lessons (10 per semester). Participatory scholarships require an ensemble commitment and may include weekly, 30-minute private voice lessons (10 per semester). Concordia Conservatory faculty are teaching artists, each an accomplished professional musician. 

While we’re all off campus, video auditions can be arranged on an individual basis. Please contact me for more information.

Musical expression is a powerful, uplifting force at all times, and in these days more than ever. I wish you all good health and good spirits, and I look forward to hearing from you!

Keith Kreindler

Conservatory Department Chair

Keith.Kreindler@concordia-ny.edu

APRIL 1, 2020

Dear Concordia Community,

I have a few important updates to share with you today. 

FROM THE STUDENT ACCOUNTS OFFICE
Dear Students, thank you for your patience while we worked through credit adjustments for the Spring 2020 semester.

·       Concordia College has prorated the following Spring 2020 fees; you will receive a credit adjustment of approximately 45% for each:

·       Housing

·       Unused dining dollars and board points 

·       Resident and commuter comprehensive fees 

·       Parking fees 

·       In addition, all EXL course fees have been credited back to students’ accounts.

·       Refunds will be issued for any accounts with a credit balance.

·       If you are on a payment plan, the credit adjustments will be applied toward your next scheduled payment. 

·       Please allow 30-45 days for processing. 

Please log into your Banner Self-Service account to view adjustments made. Click on Student Accounts and select Account Detail. If you have any questions regarding your student account, please contact Denise Hopkins or Rosalin Gutierrez for further assistance:

Denise.Hopkins@concordia-ny.edu
Rosalin.Gutierrez@concordia-ny.edu

ADMINISTRATIVE GRADUATION FEE
The $225 administrative graduation fee charged to students who completed a graduation application remains in place. The fee pays for the administrative tasks necessary to grant degrees: the audit of each student’s record; the conferral of earned degrees noted on final transcripts; and the printing and mailing of diplomas. All these operations will be performed as usual, and each year the College charges this fee regardless of whether students participate in commencement ceremonies. Thank you for your understanding in this matter. Please note that if you ordered a cap and gown, you will receive it.  

We share your disappointment at the cancellation of our live commencement ceremony. We are planning virtual ways to share commencement with you on May 17; in addition, you are invited to walk in Concordia’s December commencement ceremony with your loved ones in attendance. If you applied for graduation, you recently received a survey. Your feedback on this survey is important to us, and will help us in our planning. Look for further communications requesting your participation to ensure a very special – if virtual – graduation experience on May 17. 

Thank you and God bless you,

 President Nunes

MARCH 27

Dear Concordia Community,

By now the enormity of our situation may be settling into a strange sort of routine for you. Yet even if – as I pray – you are safely and healthfully housebound, the suffering all around us and accruing effects of isolation present a challenge to our mental health. 

In New York State, mental health professionals have volunteered to provide free online mental health services. New Yorkers can call the state’s hotline at 1-844-863-9314 to schedule a free appointment. The Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) has set up a dedicated telephone resource line. For information, support and referrals, call (914) 995-1900 from 8 am to 8 pm, or text 914-461-7281. MentalHealth.gov is a national mental health resource. 

FROM HUMAN RESOURCES
Regular Concordia employees who work more than 20 hours per week (exempt and non-exempt), along with members of their households, have access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program hotline offering financial counseling, parenting and senior care resources, legal services and more. Unlimited free, confidential telephone consultations are available. Call 866-726-5267. 

FROM THE STUDENT ACCOUNTS OFFICE
We anticipated announcing room and board refund and credit information this week, however we are still working through all the necessary vendor negotiations and operational details. As soon as these are finalized, affected students will be notified. Thank you for your patience.

FROM THE CAREER EXPLORATION OFFICE
Starting April 1, Handshake will be hosting daily interactive Zoom sessions with experts from college and university career centers. Any student on the Handshake platform can sign up to attend and ask questions about careers, internships, summer plans, interviews, and more. The sessions will take place every week day from April 1 - April 17 at noon PST/3pm EST. No need to register, just click the same Zoom link for each session. Not on Handshake yet? Just click here. 

FROM THE LIBRARY
Concordia’s Library is here for you remotely. Check in often to access an expanding list of free resources including books, textbooks, articles and educational videos. 

FROM COMMUNICATIONS
A broad array of student information related to remote learning, advising and career exploration can now be found at Concordia-ny.edu/StudentInfo. Community health information and regular updates continue to be posted at Concordia-ny.edu/Coronavirus.

Our present crisis has helped us all to recognize the value of community and connection. I am deeply grateful for each and every one of you in the Concordia community: students, faculty, and staff, who together create a meaningful web of connection around our shared educational mission. We will persevere through this crisis, and we will keep the Concordia community connected. 

God bless you,

President Nunes

MARCH 20

Dear Concordia Community,

By now the phrase “rapidly evolving situation” is all too familiar. Yet once again, we find ourselves with new and difficult disruptions to contend with.  

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a New York State on Pause mandate today. From Governor Cuomo’s press conference: "These provisions will be enforced…there will be a civil fine and mandatory closure for any business that is not in compliance.”

•    Concordia College will be forced to accelerate the closure of its residence halls. As soon as possible and no later than Sunday, March 22 at 5pm, all students must be out of their rooms and off campus. Effective 5pm today, swipe access will only be available for students who have not yet left campus. Our primary concern is safety: students who have already left campus should not return for their belongings. The residence halls and MAC will be secured and any personal belongings left on campus will remain safely in place until we can arrange for pick-up. Contact john.dana@concordia-ny.edu with questions.
•    We are in the process of calculating room and board refunds/credits and expect to finalize by the end of next week.
•    As of Sunday afternoon, all housekeeping services will be suspended, and Chartwells will not be operating anywhere on campus.  
•    Governor Cuomo’s mandate holds implications for staff and faculty as well. Additional information will be coming from Human Resources.

The Financial Aid Office has provided a helpful FAQ (available at right on this page) around the transition to remote learning.

Library update
The library is offering several academic services at this time:
•   Email: librarian@concordia-ny.edu
•   Chat: via Concordia webmail’s Skype for Business (see the library’s homepage for instructions)
•   ZOOM meetings (please email to schedule)
Library Hours of Service
Monday - Friday  9AM – 5 PM Remote Access Only
Saturday               12PM - 4PM Remote Access Only
Sunday                 CLOSED
 
I fully recognize the difficulty of this situation. The health and safety of our students, staff and faculty must be our top priority at this moment.

Be well and God bless you,

President Nunes

MARCH 19

Dear Concordia Community,

Today I must make several important announcements that will impact our entire community.

•    Classes will be delivered remotely through the end of the traditional undergraduate semester.
            Graduate, non-traditional and nursing courses will be delivered remotely through mid-May.
•    Concordia will not hold a live commencement ceremony or pinning ceremony.  
            We will be marking these important rites of passage remotely. Look for a subsequent communication requesting your input on a unique and creative  graduation celebration. All graduating students are invited to walk in our December commencement.
•    Resident students are asked to move out of the dorms by March 31.
           Detailed information on move-out procedures and prorated housing refunds will follow tomorrow.

Details will come tomorrow, but for today, I want you to know how sorry I am to share this news. Please know that I and the entire Concordia community are walking with you through your disappointment at the way this semester has unfolded. My heart particularly breaks for those of you whose commencement will not be the traditional one that you and your loved ones were hoping for.

Our small size and close community allowed an incremental approach to decision-making until now, as we considered various options to meet the needs of our diverse student body while moving nimbly through a rapidly changing situation. I had certainly hoped to have better news to share at this point.   

Keep faith, Clippers, and keep the Cord connected, for I know that one day we will be together again under happier circumstances.

God bless you,

President Nunes

MARCH 18
 
Dear Concordia Community,

Here are today’s updates:

Advising Period begins today. Your advisors are available remotely to help you plan for the next academic year, so do not hesitate to email them. More information about the advising period will be send out to all students following this email.

The withdrawal deadline for traditional students has been extended one week to March 27th. Given the missed class time and shift to remote learning, we want to give students time to make informed choices about their courses.

The Commons has updated their hours of operation. New hours through March 29 are:
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM-10:00 AM Breakfast
10:30AM-3:00PM Lunch
3:00PM-4:00PM Deli
4:30PM-6:00PM Dinner
Saturday - Sunday
11:00AM-2:00PM Brunch

Finally, I’d like to share a prayer that Kathy Laoutaris, Director of Athletics and Campus Life, brought to my attention today:

Prayer for a Pandemic
May we who are merely inconvenienced,
remember those whose lives are at stake.
May we who have no risk factors,
remember those most vulnerable.
May we who have the luxury of working from home,
remember those who must choose between preserving their health or making their rent.
May we who have the flexibility to care for our children when their schools close,
remember those who have no options.
May we who have to cancel our trips,
remember those that have no place to go.
May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market,
remember those who have no margin at all.
May we who settle in for a quarantine at home,
remember those who have no home.
During this time when we cannot physically wrap our arms around each other,
let us yet find ways to be the loving embrace of God to our neighbors.
Amen.
Sister Carol Jean Vale, SSJ, Ph.D.
President, Chestnut Hill College
 
Let’s remember that we will get through this together as a community, and keep the Cord connected!
 
President Nunes

MARCH 16

Dear Concordia Community,

Today I am announcing that we are extending the date through which we will deliver academic operations remotely from March 27 to April 13 (through the end of Easter Break). As you well know, this is a rapidly developing situation, and Concordia will continue to take a gradualist approach as conditions and the most updated guidance evolve.

Latest updates:

CAMPUS OPERATIONS UPDATES/FAQs
What is the status of COVID-19 at Concordia? As of now, Concordia has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 associated with its campus or student body.

Beginning Tuesday, March 17, Concordia’s Student Health Center will be open for phone consultations only. Students may call for a phone consultation Mondays – Thursdays from 10 am to 2 pm, and Fridays from 1 pm to 4 pm: (914) 337-9300 x2243. CityMD in Eastchester (914) 337-8743 is available for our students outside of Student Health Center hours.

In accordance with Closure of Gathering Points guidance issued by New York State today, dining services in The Commons will move to a take-out only model beginning Tuesday, March 17.

Beginning Tuesday, March 17, Concordia’s Fitness Center and Tennis Center will be closed until further notice.

After much consideration and discussion, Morning Reflection has been cancelled for the rest of the semester. We will still hold Holy Communion Services on Wednesdays at 10:30am in the Schultz Chapel. We will be developing and sending out daily devotions (M, T, TH, F) and creating a Spiritual Resource Center on the Digital Quad. If you would like to sign up for a daily devotional email please click here.

VIRTUAL LEARNING UPDATES/FAQS

Welcome to our first full week of online/remote course delivery! Our Information Technology Office continues their work in assisting faculty and students with the transition. 

Please consult the Virtual Instruction Resource Center for tools and tips. 

Many phone and internet service providers have made it easier to remain connected. See more details here: https://www.concordia-ny.edu/student-resources-virtual-instruction

What additional academic support services are available?  The John Bahr Writing Center is fully accessible online and the Library is open with revised hours. The Center for Student Success is fully accessible online. General academic support and work with peer mentors, peer tutors and specialists continues. Sign up for support  here. The Connection office is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during the hours of 9:30am to 3pm for support or access to computers. Find additional details here.

Students: Please continue to check your email frequently for critical information from your professors and daily status updates. 

President Nunes

MARCH 13

Dear Concordia Community,
Social distancing is keeping us safe, but let’s be honest: it’s not in our nature as human beings to be socially distant, particularly in a small, close community like Concordia’s. Saying goodbye to friends and roommates, meeting virtually, missing out on the interactions that bring joy to life – none of this is easy. In these isolating, anxiety-inducing times, let’s remember why we’re doing what we’re doing. Take comfort in the fact that in this moment, keeping our distance is a demonstration of our love – for our friends, colleagues and wider community. As we all do our part for the greater good, never forget that we remain a community – no matter how distant we are for the time being.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1

Latest updates:
CAMPUS OPERATIONS UPDATES/FAQs
What is the status of COVID-19 at Concordia? As of now, Concordia has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 associated with our campus or student body.

Athletics update: Due to concerns around COVID-19, the CACC Council of Presidents has determined that all CACC spring sports competition will be cancelled. This is difficult news for our student-athletes, student fans, coaches and entire community. Further updates will come in the days ahead.

Where can I find detailed information about the College’s accelerated cleaning schedule? View our Operations and Facilities page.
 
VIRTUAL LEARNING UPDATES/FAQS
Our Information Technology Office continues to work in assisting all faculty to move their courses to online/remote delivery methods. Robust training sessions occurred yesterday and continue today to ensure optimal integrated delivery for our students. 
Students: Please to continue to check your email frequently for critical information from your professors and daily status updates.

I need assistance with Blackboard. Where can I look?  Blackboard tips and tools can be found here. Additional resources can be found at our Virtual Instruction Resource Center.  

What additional academic support services are available?  The Center for Student Success is open on a modified schedule from 9 am until 4 pm weekdays. Virtual appointments are ongoing and can be arranged for almost any time. If students do not have access to computers for online sessions, CSS is flexible and willing to arrange phone calls and video chats. Students can email the Center for Student Success with any questions at centerforstudentsuccess@concordia-ny.edu.

President Nunes

MARCH 12, 2020

Concordia Community,
Thank you for your continued resilience and patience as we work through this unprecedented situation. Now more than ever, our supportive community has the opportunity to shine as a unique institution that lives its mission on a daily basis. Latest updates include:

CAMPUS OPERATIONS/FAQs:
What is the status of COVID-19 at Concordia? As of now, Concordia has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 associated with our campus or student body.
Where can I find the latest updates from the College?  Please continue to monitor your email and our website for daily updates.
What does social distancing mean? Social distancing means remaining out of large group settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from others when possible. (source: CDC).
Are there any changes to food services being offered? Yes. Revised hours for the Commons are Monday- Friday from 7:30am to 7pm and Saturday – Sunday from 10:30am until 6pm. All self-serve areas will be closed. The Brickyard will also be closed.  More details regarding food offerings will be e-mailed to you shortly.
Is there any update on Commencement? As of now, Concordia’s Commencement exercises are on as scheduled. However, this may need to change in the near future.
What is the latest information for Conservatory students? View the latest updates here.

VIRTUAL LEARNING UPDATES:
What does it mean for my courses to be delivered through online/remote methods? As detailed in our update yesterday, we are working on the immediate transitioning from face to face delivery of course content to online/remote instruction through Friday, March 27. There are no face-to-face classes today or Friday, March 13 so that our faculty can focus on training. Our Information Technology Office is working to assist all faculty to move their courses to online/remote delivery methods. Robust training sessions are happening now to ensure optimal integrated delivery for our students. Based on course needs and goals, this may include various digital delivery tools including Blackboard, Zoom, etc. We have created a Virtual Learning Resource Center which can be found here. More information will be added in the days to come.
Who should I reach out to with questions about my courses? Professors will be sharing details about their courses directly with students via email in the days to come.
What academic support services will be available? Our Writing Center is fully accessible online and our Library is open with revised hours. Find additional details here.

I am grateful to our resourceful, creative, problem-solving faculty for their excellent work and dedication to our students. Also, thank you to our Emergency Response Team with key leaders from across the College as they work tirelessly to help keep our Concordia Community informed and safe.

Finally, I am grateful to all of you for your patience and flexibility. Even though we are spending less time together, Concordia remains a vibrant community in which we care for one another and learn together.  

President Nunes

MARCH 11, 2020
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT NUNES

We are committed to the health and safety of our Concordia Community. To date, Concordia has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 associated with our campus or student body.  Out of an abundance of caution, we are working rapidly to implement social distancing protocols. This includes the transition of our academic operations to online and remote delivery.

Transitioning to Online Operations:

Concordia is transitioning from face to face delivery of course content to online/remote instruction until Friday, March 27.

Over the next two days, rather than holding face to face classes, faculty are working to transition all classes to optimal remote delivery methods to meet the needs of our students, so that all courses are up and running by Monday, March 16.

Professors will connect with students with information about how courses are transitioning. 

Campus Operations:

Our campus remains open, and we will be determining ways to implement social distancing protocols for employees.

Our residential halls remain open. We understand that students may not choose or be able to leave campus for various reasons.  Food service options will remain available. 

Large events will be canceled, rescheduled, or available via livestream. This includes tonight's Jacobson Lecture, which will be available via livestream only: https://livestream.com/accounts/3230472/events/9034246

We are continuing to closely monitor and evaluate information from multiple sources including state and federal agencies to inform our future decisions.  This is a rapidly evolving situation. 

Please continue to monitor your e-mail and our website for daily updates. 

If you have immediate questions, please contact: 

Health Concerns: x2243

Student Life/Athletics: Kathy.Laoutaris@concordia-ny.edu

Academic Operations: Rachel.Eells@concordia-ny.edu

For additional questions, please contact your supervisor or PC representative. Consistently living out our mission is so important in times of transition. Thank you for your patience as we work through these unprecedented challenges. 

Concordia College New York is a Christian higher education community of learning where mutual respect flourishes, responsibility is developed and reverence for God is cultivated so that students can pursue lives of passion, purpose and service.

MARCH 10
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM PRESIDENT NUNES

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,
 Many of you may have heard about Governor Cuomo’s containment actions in New Rochelle. Out of an abundance of caution, we are cancelling all classes tomorrow, March 11, so that we can assess the situation, plan our  next steps, and equip our faculty to deliver course content remotely, where applicable. Employee operations will continue as normal.

Please note that Concordia College is not within the zone of containment defined by Governor Cuomo, and to date Concordia has no confirmed cases associated with our campus or student body.

This afternoon’s planned Faculty and Staff Forum and Student Forum are cancelled while we reassess. We will notify campus about next steps by midday tomorrow.

Thank you for your cooperation in this difficult time.

March 8, 2020

Dear Students,

As we welcome you back from Spring Break, we want to keep you apprised of the steps Concordia is taking – and steps you can take – to promote a safe and healthy campus community.  

As you may have heard, New York’s governor Andrew Cuomo declared a State of Emergency on March 7 to help New York contain the spread of Coronavirus. When governors declare a State of Emergency, they get access to various resources much more quickly than usual. For instance, you’ll often see a State of Emergency declared before a blizzard or hurricane. This State of Emergency will help make sure New York gets cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer and other essential items more quickly. It will also let the State hire more medical staff and get testing supplies more quickly. This preventative move makes us all safer. 

Concordia’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) is continually engaged with state and local agencies, using their guidance and the latest Centers for Disease Control information for daily planning and decision-making. 

Concordia’s ERT has taken several steps to promote a healthy campus. 
·      C-Clean is disinfecting all hard surfaces, including door knobs, railings, table and desktops, faucets, light switches, etc., using recommended sanitizing cleaner on an accelerated daily schedule.

·      Sanitizing wipe dispensers have been installed in dorm lounges, academic buildings, and food service buildings. Please note that these wipes are intended for surfaces, not for hand sanitizing. Supplies are limited, so take only what you need. Once the wipes are empty, we cannot expect shipment until the end of March.

·      Hand sanitizer dispensers have been refilled, however, once they are empty, we cannot expect shipment until as late as May.

·      Chartwells, our food service provider, is taking appropriate preventative measures to guard against person-to-person infection. 

·      On March 4, Concordia adopted a Coronavirus Preparedness and Protocol Policy. 

·      In compliance with NYS Department of Health reporting guidelines, Concordia has created a reporting form with instructions available here. 

It is important that we separate facts from fear, and guard against stigma and panic. Concordia is a place where mutual respect flourishes. We will remember that no one is more likely to get or have Coronavirus based on their ethnicity, and we should not behave irrationally when someone coughs or sneezes.

Concordia is a place where responsibility is developed. Let’s be responsible for doing our part to help reduce the risk of infection.   

Stay informed. 
·      Check your email for updates! We will be holding a student information forum this week. The forum will be livestreamed and recorded for students unable to be on campus. 

·      Visit www.Concordia-ny.edu/coronavirus-updates for latest information and links to important resources. 

If you have symptoms or feel ill, or have questions or concerns, please contact the Student Health Center at (914) 337-9300, x2243. They are located in Schoenfeld Campus Center and are open on weekdays from 8:30am – 5pm. During off-hours, please contact your physician or a local medical provider.

Your health and safety is our top priority, and we thank you for your cooperation during this time. 

Student Experience

March 4

Concordia’s administration has been proactively discussing and implementing policy and planning measures in light of concerns around the Coronavirus (COVID-19). As we continue to develop plans for how Concordia could respond to various scenarios while minimizing disruption and maximizing the safety of our entire community, we have today adopted the above Coronavirus (COVID-19) Preparedness and Protocol Policy. Students, faculty and staff should be assured that Concordia is carefully monitoring this unfolding situation. At daily meetings, an emergency response team comprising administration, medical faculty, physical plant and other relevant staff review policies and plans, relying on the available latest information from the New York State Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control. Updates will be posted on this page.

March 2, 2020

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,

As concerns around the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) grow, Concordia College’s Student Health Center and administration continue to monitor the situation closely. As always, the safety of Concordia’s students, staff and faculty is our top priority. As of this writing there are no reported cases in Westchester County and only one in New York State.

We are continually acquiring the most up-to-date information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the New York State Department of Health, and the Westchester County Department of Health, and following all CDC recommendations. In addition, we have taken the following steps:
•    The Student Health Center is providing a basic health screening followed by monitoring for all students arriving from international locations.
•    Cleaning and disinfection procedures have been reviewed with C Clean, our contracted housekeeping services provider. Common spaces and high-circulation areas are disinfected daily; all campus areas are cleaned daily and disinfected weekly. A new daily disinfection of all doorknobs is being implemented this week. C Clean is prepared for terminal cleaning and full disinfection of any area as necessary.
•    Chartwells, our food service provider, will this week be implementing procedures based on recommendations from its national management.
•    Should governmental agencies urge us to incrementally adopt further protocols or restrictive measures, the College is ready to do so.

In the meantime, we encourage all students, faculty and staff to reduce the risk of infection with these preventative measures:
•    Wash your hands often with soap and warm water, for at least 20 seconds.
•    Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
•    Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
•    Stay home when sick.
•    Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze: use the “Dracula” move, covering your mouth and nose with your arm bent across your face.
•    Get a flu vaccine. While this will not specifically protect you against the Corona virus, it will help strengthen your immune system which can help your body fight against other illnesses.

Questions? Worried? Concerned about getting the Corona virus? Please stop in or contact the Student Health Center so we can help alleviate any fears or concerns you may have.

Student Health Center

Additional Resources
CDC’s dedicated 2019-nCoV website:
https://www.cdc.gov/nCoV

NYS Department of Health dedicated 2019-nCoV website: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/  

NYS Department of Health directory of local health departments: https://www.health.ny.gov/contact/contact_information/