This afternoon, Vermont Governor Phil Scott issued an executive order in response to a record number of COVID-19 cases in the state, placing further restrictions on social gatherings, recreational sports, and other group activities, effective at 10 p.m. Saturday, November 14.
We are writing today about the surge in COVID-19 cases in Vermont (mirroring the rise nationwide), and the important actions we must take during the final week of in-person instruction on the Vermont campus.
As we approach the final weeks of in-person instruction and prepare to leave campus for the fall semester, we write with guidance to help you prepare for a safe and healthy departure, travel to various destinations, and reunite with family and friends.
Updates about COVID-19 conditions in the state of Vermont and guidance for navigating the last few weeks of in-person instruction and living on campus.
We have decided to cancel several of our Schools Abroad this coming spring, including the Schools in Brazil, Cameroon, China, France, India, Italy, Jordan, Morocco, Oxford, and Spain.
We are writing with some updates about the remainder of the fall semester, and with some news about some additional on-campus living and learning opportunities to promote community connection.