| by Laurie Patton
As an educational institution, we have two overarching obligations to our community: to provide the educational opportunities Middlebury is known for, and to do so in a safe, healthy environment.
| by Carlos Vélez
I’m writing as a follow up to President Patton’s message earlier today regarding the decision to have students leave campus at the end of this week and to deliver all instruction remotely beginning March 30.
International Students and Scholar Services (ISSS), Middlebury Institute
| by Kathy Foley
This is a follow-up email to President Patton’s message about precautionary steps being taken by our institution in response to the COVID-19 virus in the U.S. We know that there has been much information shared today within a short time frame and it may feel overwhelming. Many offices on campus are working diligently to address the evolving situation and your many questions and concerns.
| by Baishakhi Taylor
Earlier in the day you received an email about extending spring break and attending classes remotely during the week of March 30th.I know you may be saddened and disappointed about losing time on the campus-with friends and professors, athletic events, performances, and the full set of activities and events you were looking forward to participating. However your health and safety remains our main focus during this time of the rapidly evolving situation with COVID-19.
| by Jeff Cason and Mark Peluso
Late yesterday, the Vermont Department of Health announced the state’s first case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. Officials are awaiting confirmation of the presumptive positive test result by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
| by Baishakhi Taylor
I write with an update and near-term guidance. Living day-to-day with unfolding news reports about COVID-19 (formally known as novel coronavirus) has been difficult and unsettling. It’s been top-of-mind for all of us. Addressing the many health, welfare, and logistical issues around the spread of the virus is of utmost concern for Middlebury’s administration and is our number-one priority.
| by Jeff Cason
We are closely monitoring developments related to COVID-19 (initially called the novel coronavirus) and creating contingency plans to address potential impacts on Middlebury’s people and programs.
| by Karen Miller and Mark Peluso
We are writing with an update to previous messages regarding coronavirus. As you know, the global situation is dynamic. Over the weekend, the State Department issued a Level 3 Travel Advisory for Italy, meaning all nonessential travel should be avoided. As we communicated on February 20, Middlebury will not support faculty, staff, or student travel to areas that have a Level 3 Travel Advisory, which now also includes China (Level 4), South Korea, and Iran (Level 4).
| by Carlos Vélez
Given the latest reports concerning the coronavirus, I’ve just sent the following communication to students enrolled in our School in Italy. We’ve also forwarded the letter to parents. We’ll keep you up to date on our decisions as situations continue to unfold. The letter will also be posted to our Resources page.
