Returning to Conn, Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Spring 2021 calendar? 

The calendar that the faculty approved does not include a Spring Break and instead sets aside a couple of midweek days off during the semester. Classes will end on May 12 and final exams will conclude May 17. Discussions have begun about plans for Commencement and more details will be shared next semester. 

What will the spring semester look like? 

We expect that next semester will be very similar to the fall as it relates to use of face coverings, social distancing, hand washing and other expectations linked to the Camels Care Pledge and College alert levels. Just as we did this fall, we will begin the semester in Alert Level 3 - Orange during the onboarding process and continually evaluate the COVID-19 circumstances on and off campus to hopefully move to Alert Level 2 - Yellow and then to Alert Level 1 - Green.

What is the housing process for the spring? 

If you are currently living on campus, you can continue to live in your current room assignment next semester. If you are remote and plan to return to campus, there will be a process to assign housing for next semester. The data from a student survey distributed in mid-November will help us develop plans for spring semester housing. If you have any questions about housing, please direct them to housing@conncoll.edu.

What activities will be available? 

We plan to offer a mix of in-person and remote classes, clubs and organizations will be active with a mix of virtual and in-person engagement and events and activities will be similar to those offered throughout the fall semester (e.g. food trucks, movies, music on the green). College staff are regularly evaluating ways to expand engagement opportunities for students while following State of Connecticut and College policies and expectations. We do not anticipate hosting Florialia this spring but, together with students, we will identify alternative ways to close out the semester.  

What will winter and spring athletics look like? 

Winter athletes will return to campus at the same time as the general student body (Feb. 4 and 5). The College is planning for on-campus training and is working on identifying opportunities for competition, which will be dependent on COVID-19 levels on and off campus, as well as the State of Connecticut’s guidance and regulations. The NESCAC has approved an extension of the winter season through May 2021 so that winter and spring seasons are operating concurrently and we are waiting to hear if the NCAA approves this plan. More details on winter athletics will be communicated in January 2021. 

The NESCAC athletic directors are discussing potential plans for spring sports, and the NESCAC presidents will be meeting in the coming weeks to discuss this topic. On-campus training is planned and competition is being considered, but is also highly dependent on COVID-19 levels on and off campus as well as the State of Connecticut’s guidance and regulations. A decision date regarding spring NESCAC conference competition has not been announced.

Will the Study Away Program be available next spring? 

Due to the rapidly changing global situation surrounding COVID-19, the College has canceled the Study Away program for spring 2021. 

I am switching from remote to on-campus for the Spring. How do I apply for housing on campus?

You should have received a Google form in mid-December to fill out your preferences. If you did not receive it, please email housing@conncoll.edu. The deadline for the form is Jan. 8. Housing assignments will be emailed out in late January.

I am switching from on-campus to remote for the Spring. What are the move-out procedures?

You should have received an email with instructions from housing@conncoll.edu. You must schedule a time to move out by Jan. 15. You must use the same process as move-in. You will have 90 minutes to move out with one helper, and you both must wear a face mask at all times.

How will I notify the College of my plans for the spring semester? 

In mid-November, you will receive an email from Dean Singer, Dean McKnight and Dean Arcelus that includes a link to a brief survey about how you intend to continue your Connecticut College education next semester–on-campus or remote. All students (those currently on campus and remote) are required to complete this survey by Nov. 30, 2020. This information will help the College prepare for the spring semester. You will have until Jan. 22 to inform the College that you are planning to return to campus (pending housing availability)–and until Feb. 15 to shift from on-campus to remote and receive a full refund for room and board (beyond this date the existing refund policy applies).

Is a course schedule available? 

Yes. A preliminary course schedule is available with information about course formats (7.5 week or 15 week) and whether courses will be taught in person or remote. The formal schedule will be released Nov. 24, advising starts on Nov. 30, and pre-registration begins Dec. 7 and goes through Dec. 10. 

Should I self-quarantine prior to move-in day? 

Yes. Beginning Jan. 21, you should self-quarantine and follow the same protocols that are in place on campus–wear a mask/face covering at all times, maintain social distancing, wash your hands and avoid opportunities for contagion.

Will I need to take a pre-arrival test? 

Yes. When you arrive on campus, you will need to show that you recently had a PCR COVID-19 test conducted and the test result is negative. The test must be a PCR test and NOT a rapid antigen test. You will receive more information about when the test should be conducted. If you do not have access to PCR testing in your area, you will have the option to have a test kit sent to your home. The cost will be $130 and more information about accessing the kits will be sent in December and January.

When will I move in? 

Students will be returning to campus on Feb. 4 and 5. Each student will have a particular assigned move-in day in order to minimize the volume of people coming back to campus at once.

• Thursday, Feb. 4–Students with last names beginning with L to Z
• Friday, Feb. 5–Students with last names beginning with A to K

Students need to arrive on campus between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. and go directly to the Testing Center at the Athletic Center (wood court gym). Note: International students received information on arrival and move-in dates from Dean Patton. 

Will there be an onboarding quarantine? 

Given the COVID-19 levels across the country, we expect that all students will be required to be in onboarding quarantine for two weeks: Feb. 4/5 until Feb. 17/18. The details about onboarding quarantine will be provided in January. During this period of time, it is critical that each student be on their own with extremely limited contact with others. Classes will start remotely on Feb. 8 and in-person classes will likely begin Monday, Feb. 22.  

How will testing work in the spring?

Beginning Monday, Feb. 8, all students will be required to participate in testing twice a week on assigned days (Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday). If you miss three tests over the course of the semester, you will be required to complete the semester remotely.

Will there be internships or other community work available in the fall?

Yes. There will continue to be a wide range of remote internships and community placements. State and local health and safety guidelines, as well as our own campus protocols, will determine the extent to which in-person off-campus placements will be possible. For first-year students and sophomores who have completed their Career Preparation Course, and for juniors and seniors, there will be a wide range of Advanced Career Engagement (ACE) activities, including career mentoring, industry-specific panel discussions, mock interviews and targeted resume workshops, as well as one-on-one meetings with our career advising professionals. 

Will grading remain Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory for the fall? 

The grading policy will return to normal as listed in the course catalog. 

Are masks mandatory during in-person courses?

To keep the campus community healthy and safe this fall, masks will be mandatory during in-person courses.

Are outdoor classrooms an option for instruction?

Yes, so long as the instructor and students adhere to social distancing protocols. We will not be equipping any new outdoor spaces for classrooms, but faculty are welcome to use the Arbo and other spaces as they wish.

Will I be allowed back in the spring if I take a leave? 

Students should speak with their class dean to coordinate course registration for spring 2021. 

Can students engage in off-campus work or learning this semester?

The vast majority of college-sponsored off-campus learning experiences will be remote in Fall 2020.  Members of the campus community may petition for approval of specific in-person, off-campus learning activities, with limited approvals possible for outdoor, contactless activities that prioritize positive public impact, and the health and safety of campus and community members. Importantly, no in-person community engagement will be allowed in the first three weeks of the fall semester. 

Who do I contact for assistance with finding meaningful remote career or educational off-campus opportunities and resources or exploring approval of an in-person experience?

For engagement with the local community and for community learning courses, contact the Holleran Center. For global opportunities, contact the Walter Commons. For career-related opportunities, contact the Hale Center.

What is my responsibility when engaging in any type of off-campus career or educational off-campus work, volunteering, or internship (in-person or remote)?

Students will read and sign the Fall 2020 Off-Campus Engagement Waiver. Members of the campus community will register any career or educational off-campus engagements with the office responsible for supervising such engagements. Members of the campus community will follow all relevant campus, placement organization, and local/state COVID-19 guidelines while engaged in remote or in-person off-campus engagement. Note that no in-person, off-campus community learning will take place without explicit approval through the Petition for In-Person Exception for Connecticut College Sponsored Fall 2020 Off-Campus Learning process.

Where can I find the off-campus learning policy for this semester? 

You may read a PDF of the policy here. If you have further questions, please contact the Holleran Center at hollerancc@conncoll.edu.

How will you ensure that coursework and all learning experiences will be accessible? 

As an equity-minded institution, Connecticut College has been working with special populations to ensure they are adequately supported. This will be an individualized approach to working with students to meet their particular needs. Specific questions about the College’s support for particular populations should be sent to sas@conncoll.edu. 

Will the bookstore be open? 

The bookstore will reopen for in-person shopping on Sept. 11. In order to decrease foot traffic at the beginning of the semester, we strongly encourage students to order their course materials online and, when possible, to do so before moving to campus.

How can I order textbooks online? 

Visit www.conncollshop.com and click the option to “find your course materials.” Textbooks are available as new, used, rental or digital formats. You may pay for online orders using a credit card, PayPal, Apple Pay or your CamelCard. You may also choose to rent your textbooks online by selecting the rental items available for your course. During check-out, you’ll be prompted to provide a credit card and asked to sign a rental agreement. 

What is the bookstore’s return policy?

All merchandise that is unopened and in the original condition can be returned within 30 days of purchase with receipt. Gift cards are not refundable.

What are the bookstore’s hours of operation? 

Beginning Sept. 11, the bookstore will be open 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday through Friday,  and will be open on Saturdays 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sundays noon–4 p.m. Hours will change after Sept. 21, so please visit the bookstore’s webpage for more details. 

What will the shopping experience be like? 

The bookstore will be instituting a maximum capacity of 25 individuals, which will be strictly monitored by staff. There will be a sign-in sheet and sanitizer at the entrance. Masks will be required and we will be instituting one-way aisles to maintain proper social distancing. We ask that students take their course schedules with them to find their materials quickly. 

Will online orders be available for pickup at the Bookstore? 

Yes. Beginning Aug. 24, online order pickups will take place at the bookstore’s back door across from Sprout Garden. You will need your Camel Card to pick up an order.

Who can I contact if I have questions? 

You may call 860-439-2375 or email 0559mgr@follett.com with questions about online orders or any other general questions. Questions about textbooks can be sent to 0559txt@follett.com. We will make every effort to respond to emails within 24 hours. 

What are the health and safety guidelines for bathrooms on campus?

Basic guidelines for bathrooms across campus include closing the toilet lids if present after use and washing hands for 20-plus seconds. Students are required to only use their assigned bathroom, and keep all personal items in their room and wipe down all spaces they used, including sinks, faucets, dispensers, handles, seats and latches after every use. All air dryers have been turned off in bathrooms, as bottles with disinfectant and towels will be used instead.

Will the Arboretum be open? 

All parts of the Arboretum are open daily from dawn to dusk aside from Caroline Black Garden. (New dates for programs will be announced at a later time.) Please follow all suggested CDC guidelines and social distancing when visiting. 

Will Shain be open? 

Shain and Greer Libraries will open to Connecticut College students, staff and faculty beginning Aug. 31. The IT Service Desk will be located on the first floor of Shain combined with the Library Circulation Desk to provide increased space to accommodate social distancing. Students entering the libraries must have completed all required quarantines. Both libraries will be closed to visitors, alumni and community members until further notice. More information on specific operating hours can be found here.

What changes will the College be making to existing HVAC systems across campus?

We are following the Governor's guidelines to adapt systems in our buildings for increased air exchanges and filtration. While opening windows and using air conditioners (air flow) is a plus, the primary actions to keep the community safe are wearing masks, social distancing and hand washing.

Will there be events on campus during the fall semester?

Based on state guidance, there will be limited in-person events that are restricted to small groups that are able to be socially distant. All requests for events on campus must be booked with the Events Office to ensure proper use and occupancy levels of facilities.

Is the Higdon Fitness Center open?

The Fitness Center is open by appointment only for Connecticut College students who are part of our testing protocol. Faculty, staff, alumni and family members are prohibited at this time. Current hours of operation are Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, noon-7 p.m. Social distancing and wearing a mask is required at all times. Hours and guidelines are subject to change. 

For more information, visit our Fitness Center FAQs.

If I have off-campus housing, will I be allowed on campus? 

Yes. Students who are approved to live off-campus will be able to take advantage of all campus resources and College programs and activities. Access to residence halls is limited to residents only. 

If I live off-campus, will I be allowed to take classes on campus? 

Yes. Students who are approved to live off-campus will be able to take in-person classes. 

What student club or organization activities will be permitted? 

Given the circumstances with COVID-19, we are thinking about social engagement in a variety of different ways this fall. Club, organization and group gatherings may be held outside, in larger rooms or virtually, to ensure social distancing. Staff in the divisions of Student Life and Institutional Equity and Inclusion will provide guidance to support students’ social engagement in this new environment. 

How is the College planning to educate students off- and on-campus about the risks of parties and not following protocols? 

The College has been communicating with students throughout the summer about the expectations for living on and off campus. We have held numerous town halls and will meet virtually with all classes during move-in week. In addition, we’ve met with students who are living off-campus to outline expectations and make clear their responsibilities of keeping the community in which they live healthy and safe. We expect all students to comply with the Camels Care Pledge. 

What happens to students if they do not comply with wearing masks or the Camels Care Pledge? 

Keeping the campus community safe is a shared responsibility that all students agree to when signing the Camels Care Pledge. If we learn that students are not following these requirements, they will be referred to the conduct process for non-compliance. For egregious violations, students will be asked to leave campus and continue their studies remotely. These violations could also lead to suspension from the College. 

Will there be in-person visits for students at Student Health Services?

Yes, when necessary. Students will be screened by phone and determined what type of appointment is needed. If the student is not considered to be contagious, they may be seen in person. Students must wear masks and practice appropriate social distancing for in-person appointments. Student Health Services is also providing remote services to on-campus students, in keeping with CDC Guidelines for Pandemic Operations. 

To adhere to social distancing guidelines, no walk-in appointments are available; rather all appointments (remote and otherwise) must be made in advance. As always, urgent (last minute critical) remote services for both Student Counseling and Student Health Services are available as necessary; same-day/immediate remote appointments may also be available. Any questions may be directed to SHS@conncoll.edu

What transportation options are available this fall? 

Zip Cars will not be available on campus during the 2020-21 academic year. The College's Camel Van shuttle service will not be operating during the month of August. Check back for more information.

Will students be allowed to travel off-campus for personal reasons?

The College expects students to limit local off-campus engagement to necessary locations and purposes, such as grocery stores, pharmacies and doctor’s appointments, or if required as part of a class-related off-campus engagement or College-authorized activity. If students have other extenuating circumstances, they may speak with their class dean to determine whether they can leave campus for the particular purpose desired. Students may also leave campus if they are going to be in outdoor spaces where they can be socially distanced from other people (e.g. outdoor dining, public park). Students may not eat indoors. In all circumstances, students are required to wear a mask and practice social distancing whenever you leave campus grounds. The local area is defined as New London County (Old Lyme to the west, CT/RI border to the east, Norwich/Lisbon/Sprague to the North), which roughly encompasses a 15-mile radius from the campus.

Is it possible for me to commute to Conn? 

Yes, you may commute to Conn and take in-person classes. Please note that only students residing with their parents/guardians within a 50 miles radius of the College may commute.

How will COVID-19 impact fall travel plans for students, faculty or staff? 

College-sponsored travel is prohibited until further notice. The College also strongly discourages personal travel to locations with a COVID-19 CDC Level 2 or 3 travel alert or that are on the CT Travel Advisory list. If you do travel to one of these locations, you are expected to follow federal (CDC), state and College guidelines upon your return.  

For faculty and staff who travel to a location on the CDC travel alert or CT travel advisory lists, the College requires you to self-quarantine for 14 days upon your return, submit a Quarantine Registration Form, and notify your supervisor or department chair if your quarantine will impact your work. If you are able to fulfill your job responsibilities remotely, you are expected to continue working during your quarantine.

Will visitors be allowed on campus/in my dorm/in common areas? 

To protect the health and safety of the Connecticut College community, visitors to the campus will be limited in fall 2020. Based on the campus alert level, students will be permitted to have family members come to campus for brief visits, but they will not be allowed to enter residence halls. Family members may enter the College Center at Crozier-Williams but no other campus buildings. Everyone needs to wear masks around each other and be socially distanced. This access is subject to change, based on the campus alert level. 

When family members are allowed to visit, students must register visiting family with the College which you can do in CamelWeb or in the CC Mobile app:

• In CamelWeb, go to the section For Students and under student links look for Register Visiting Family. Click on the link and complete the form.
• In the CC Mobile app, go to Campus Life, click on the Register Visiting Family tile and complete the form.

Will campus tours be available in fall 2020?

Prospective students and families are allowed on campus for driving tours, but are not allowed to leave their vehicles. There are also many ways to learn more about Conn online. Check out your options here. If you have specific questions, find your Admission area representative here. You can also email admission@conncoll.edu or call 860-439-2200 and an Admission representative will respond.

Can faculty and staff come to campus if they are not scheduled to work on campus?

Faculty and staff who are not participating in the College’s testing program are not allowed on campus without pre-registering their visit by submitting a Campus Access Request form. This form requires (1) the date and approximate time of the visit, (2) the building(s) being accessed,  (3) the estimated duration of the visit and (4) the reason for the visit. Access to campus will be limited to the main College entrance, and a Connecticut College identification (Camel Card) must be presented upon arrival at the Gatehouse. All College safety protocols must be followed while on campus. This includes wearing a face mask at all times and maintaining a social distance from others. Visits should be infrequent, brief and involve minimal contact with others.

What are the College’s cleaning protocols for the fall semester?  

Connecticut College has revised its daily cleaning protocols to reflect best practices that reduce the potential for exposure to COVID-19. These protocols include routine disinfection of high-touch surfaces, such as door handles, handrails and elevator buttons in high-traffic, communal-use areas and more frequent cleaning of campus restrooms. More specifically:

• Common areas are cleaned daily.
• Bathrooms are cleaned and disinfected daily. 
• As appropriate and based on traffic, touch points are cleaned and disinfected at least daily.
• Although limited in number, custodians will be on campus during weekends.

EPA-registered cleaning products will be made available for building occupants, facilitating the cleaning and sanitizing of areas and equipment before and after use. Hand sanitizer dispensers will be installed at the entrances to all buildings and high-use areas where hand-washing is not readily available. Offices and departments will be provided cleaning/disinfecting supplies for use in personal work areas, and employees are expected to wipe down work surfaces and equipment routinely before and after use. Cleaning/disinfecting supplies will also be provided in all classrooms with instructions for their use. 

Facilities Management will coordinate the procurement, allocation and replenishment of all disinfectant wipes and other cleaning products for office or departmental use. An individual should be designated in each office/department to monitor supply levels and place orders through the Facilities Management work order system. 

How can I keep my hands clean to prevent the spread of germs like COVID-19?

Keeping your hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs like COVID-19. Use soap and water to clean your hands if available. After wetting your hands and adding soap, scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. 

What do I do if I need to refill the disinfectant solution?  

Please ask the custodian in your building and they will refill the bottle. 

What do I do if I need additional PPE supplies, such as hand sanitizer or paper towels?

Requests for replacement sanitizer or paper towels can be made via the Facilities Work Order system, and will be delivered via the mail courier.

Will there be continued cleaning on the weekends?

Although limited in number, we will have custodians on campus during the weekend.  

How will classrooms be cleaned? 

Due to the many types of furniture and equipment, classrooms require a large amount of custodial hours to clean. In order to accomplish the added cleaning tasks required to keep the campus safe and healthy, the scope and frequency of certain classroom custodial tasks will be altered, including a reduced frequency in the cleaning of whiteboards and chalkboards, glass surfaces and floors. This means that classroom cleaning will require a level of shared community responsibility to ensure cleanliness and safety for all occupants. 

One bottle of disinfect and paper towels will be in each classroom.  Custodial will clean and disinfect classrooms before the start of the first class each day. Custodial will also periodically clean and disinfect the classrooms during the day. Faculty will not be required to wipe down entire classrooms; however, disinfect is available if they would like to use it. Faculty may choose to wipe down whiteboards and chalkboards as this will be done once per day or as time allows by the custodial staff.

Will the custodial staff clean private offices ?

There will be a reduction in both the scope and frequency of cleaning by custodial staff in offices, requiring a shared community responsibility to keep these areas safe for all. Cleaning/disinfecting supplies will be made available for individuals to wipe down work surfaces and equipment routinely before and after use. 

How should I clean my telephone? How often should I clean my phone?

Clean your phone daily by spraying cleaner on a paper towel and wiping your phone and handset. Do not spray disinfectant directly on electronics or use excessive liquids.

How should I clean and disinfect my computer? How often should I clean and disinfect my computer?  

Clean your computer keyboard, mouse and screen daily in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations for specific cleaning requirements.

What are some general cleaning tips I should keep in mind? 

Here are some helpful tips for cleaning this semester: 

• Use a lint-free cloth, such as a screen wipe or a cloth made from microfiber.
• Avoid excessive wiping and submerging items in cleansers to avoid damage.
• Unplug all external power sources and cables.
• Do NOT use aerosol sprays, ammonia, bleach or abrasive cleaners. Do NOT use Windex. They can damage the screen by stripping anti-reflective coatings or cause clouding.
• Ensure moisture does not get into any openings to avoid damage.
• Never spray cleaner directly on an item or screen or use excessive moisture.

For more information:

How to clean Apple products

How to clean a Microsoft Surface

How to clean an HP laptop

Where can I learn more about COVID-19? 

In addition to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) site and COVID-19 FAQ, a number of sites have updated resources for those who want to learn more about COVID-19, including: 

• National Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• US Department of State European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)
• Ledge Light Health District Coronavirus Global Cases 

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

For confirmed COVID-19 cases, reported illnesses have ranged from mild to severe, including illness resulting in death. Symptoms can include: chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, fever, cough and shortness of breath. More details are available on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) site. 

What should a community member do if they experience COVID-19 symptoms? Stay home and contact your healthcare provider. Any faculty or staff member who is sick with symptoms that could be COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately. Students should contact Student Health Services.

What should a community member do if they experience COVID-19 symptoms?

Stay home and contact your healthcare provider. Any faculty or staff member who is sick with symptoms that could be COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately. Students should contact Student Health Services.

What is contact tracing? 

Contact tracing is a known public health strategy to stop the transmission of the virus. This approach has proven effective in mitigating the spread with previous outbreaks across the globe. Trained contact tracers help Identify all those who have had close contact with the person who has tested positive for COVID-19 during their infectious period. The infectious period is defined as the 48 hours prior to the onset of symptoms or the date of the positive test.

What is considered close contact?

A person is considered a close contact to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 based on (1) their exposure to the affected person during their infectious period, and (2) if they have been within six feet of the affected person for more than 15 minutes cumulatively.

Incidental contact does not warrant contact quarantine. An example of this is when you briefly pass someone in the hallway and both of you are wearing masks. Likewise, close contact with someone who has been identified as a close contact to an affected person also does not warrant contact quarantine.

How does contact tracing work? 

Trained contact tracers interview the person who has tested positive with COVID-19 and, based on that information,  identify and follow up with close contacts to notify them of their need to quarantine. No names are shared regarding how people were exposed. Contact tracers keep information private and are bound by the College’s confidentiality agreements.

Who leads the contact tracing efforts?

Steve Langlois, director of environmental health and safety(srlan@conncoll.edu), is the point person for faculty and staff. CC Curtiss, director of wellbeing and health promotion (ccurtiss@conncoll.edu), is the point person for students. All campus contact tracers have successfully completed training through Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The campus team works closely with the Department of Public Health and Ledge Light Health District.

Where can I learn more about contact tracing?

You can find extensive information about contact tracing at Johns Hopkins, the CDC or on the State of Connecticut’s websites.

Where can I get a mask/cleaning supplies/PPE? 

In August, the College will supply all students, faculty and staff with a PPE kit that includes three reusable and washable masks, as well as a bottle of hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. EPA-registered cleaning products will be made available to facilitate the cleaning and sanitizing of areas and equipment before and after use. If a member of the campus community forgets their mask, they may pick up a disposable surgical mask at the Gatehouse. Faculty and Staff can request replacement cloth face masks by submitting a work order. 

Are masks mandatory on campus?

All members of the campus community must be wearing a mask inside any campus building (except for residential hall rooms, with the door shut). When outside, individuals must practice social distancing and maintain six feet of separation, and have a mask on their person at all times, ready to be donned when meeting others. This will ensure that we are providing the highest level of safety for everyone working or living on campus. Masks that are equipped with an exhalation valve are not permitted because the valve defeats the purpose of containing potentially infectious aerosols.

Faculty and staff are expected to wear masks from the time they enter campus to the time they leave, unless they are working alone in a segregated space (e.g., a cubicle with walls or a private office with the door closed), eating or drinking while social distancing, or are outside by themselves and maintaining a six-foot distance from anyone. 

Students are expected to wear masks on campus at all times unless they are in their residence hall rooms with the door closed. This includes in classrooms, the library, common areas and dining facilities. Students may remove their masks when in the shower and when eating or drinking while social distancing.

How is the State of Connecticut enforcing mask wearing?

The State of Connecticut has now authorized the commissioner of Public Health, local health departments, municipal chief elected officers and state and local police to issue fines for violations of certain COVID-19 protective measures. These include fines for failure to wear a face covering ($100), hosting gatherings that violate size restrictions ($500), and/or attending gatherings that violate size restriction guidelines ($250). You can read the full order by Governor Lamont here.

I have a health condition that does not enable me to wear a mask. What are my options? 

Faculty and staff members who have a medical condition that prevents them from wearing a mask should submit the COVID-19 Request for Accommodation Form to determine next steps. Students for whom wearing a mask might be detrimental to their health should contact the Student Accessibility Service Office at 860-439-5428. The accommodation for students in these instances will be to attend all classes remotely. 

Can I wear a face shield instead of a mask?

Current CDC guidelines do not recommend the use of plastic face shields in lieu of cloth or disposable masks and face coverings. Face shields are known to provide protection to the face/eyes against splash from droplets, but not against airborne virus particles. In some instances, where there is close contact, face shields used in conjunction with a cloth mask may be warranted. The College has a small supply of face shields for this purpose. If you would like to discuss the needs of your office or department in more detail, please contact Steve Langlois at srlan@conncoll.edu.

Will I need to wear gloves on campus? 

Most faculty, staff and students do not need to wear gloves, as frequent and thorough hand washing is the most effective approach to minimizing viral transmission via surfaces. However, employees who handle bulk material touched by the public, such as the post office or bookstore, will be required to wear gloves while performing certain tasks. Employees who wear gloves as part of their normal duties will continue to do so.

How is the College determining which work stations require plexiglass barriers? 

The College’s business continuity working group has identified a number of high-contact areas on campus where a plexiglass barrier should be installed to block respiratory droplets when individuals are in close contact. Examples of locations where proper social distancing is not practical and therefore require a static barrier include (but are not limited to): Admission, Student Health Services, the Post Office and Shain Library. You will still be required to wear a mask even if you are working behind a plexiglass barrier. 

Steve Langlois has been meeting with offices and departments to determine safe practices in all spaces, including plexiglass barriers where appropriate. If you have questions or would you like an evaluation, please contact him directly at srlan@conncoll.edu.

What if students can’t afford to purchase thermometers/PPE?

Contact your class dean to make arrangements.

If a member of the Connecticut College community is diagnosed with COVID-19, will their identity be revealed? 

If a member of the College community contracts the COVID-19 virus, the College will take significant measures to protect that information, and no personally identifiable information will be shared. 

Where will the College’s testing center be located? 

The College’s testing center will be located at the Dayton Hockey Arena/Athletic Center. 

Will faculty and staff be required to be tested throughout the semester? 

The State of Connecticut is requiring all faculty teaching on campus, student-facing staff and students to be tested when they return to campus. Beginning Aug. 31, faculty and staff who are scheduled to work on campus will be tested weekly on a schedule that will be determined based on the number of days they will be on campus. 

• Faculty and staff who are scheduled to work on campus 1-2 days a week will be tested once a week.
• Faculty and staff who are scheduled to work on campus in a rotation with others in their offices/departments and may only be on campus periodically will be tested once a week. 
• Faculty and staff who are scheduled to work on campus three or more days a week will be tested twice a week. For twice a week testing, faculty and staff will be assigned a pair of testing days—either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday.

For these routine tests, faculty and staff will sign up for individual testing day(s) and time(s) using the CoVerified app.

What is the testing plan for students?

There are four different strategies for testing that we will be administering this fall: pre-arrival, onboarding, surveillance and symptomatic. For each, we will use a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) COVID-19 test that is considered the gold standard.

What is onboarding and surveillance testing? 

The frequency of our testing protocol, which far exceeds both state and CDC guidelines, is essential to mitigating the spread of the virus on campus. 

When you arrive on campus, you will first need to participate in onboarding testing. In addition, we will be conducting surveillance testing, meaning that all students will be tested twice each week. To facilitate the surveillance testing, you will receive an assigned pair of testing days—either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday. The testing day schedule is based on where you live on campus.  Everyone who is being tested will be asked to download the CoVerified app, which provides easy access to information about testing and allows you to schedule a testing time that works for you on your two assigned testing days. 

The College is partnering with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard to conduct onboarding and surveillance testing. All of the costs associated with onboard and surveillance testing will be covered by the College. 

What is symptomatic testing? 

If you are not feeling well, or suspect you may have symptoms consistent with COVID-19 at any time while living on or off campus, you will be expected to contact Student Health Services. The staff in Student Health Services will be able to test symptomatic students for COVID-19. This testing will be done in their office and will be billed to insurance if students are on the College’s plan or to families to submit to their own insurance plans. Depending on the symptoms and circumstances, students may be placed in isolation housing on campus, and contact tracing may be initiated while test results are being analyzed. 

What happens if a student tests positive for COVID-19? 

The College has designated isolation rooms for students living on campus who test positive for COVID-19 and cannot safely return home. The isolation spaces will be located in River Ridge, Abbey House, and Winchester Houses. Students in isolation and quarantine will be provided meals from the dining halls and will be monitored by medical staff using telehealth. Students will be supported and cared for until a return to day-to-day routine is authorized under medical and public health guidance.

When is a student placed in isolation housing? 

Students will be placed in medical isolation if they test positive for COVID-19. Students who show symptoms consistent with COVID-19 but who have not yet received test results will be placed in transition isolation housing. Medical and transition isolation housing is located at River Ridge apartments, Winchester houses and Abbey House. While in medical and transition isolation housing, students will have full access to wireless internet in their rooms and can continue classes online. Dining Services will provide regular delivery of prepared meals, and Student Health Services staff will also monitor the health and wellbeing of all students through telemedicine.

When are students placed in contact quarantine? 

Students will be placed in contact quarantine if they have had “high risk” contact with a person who is positive for COVID-19 or with a person who shows symptoms consistent with COVID-19. The current guidance on “high risk” contact means a healthy student has been closer than six feet to a person with COVID-19 for 15 minutes or more within two days of that person showing symptoms or having a positive test for COVID-19. The need for contact quarantine will be determined by a staff member at the College through contact tracing. Students will remain in contact quarantine until their COVID-19 status is known, which is either 14 days or until they test positive for COVID-19.

While in contact quarantine, you will be able to leave your room to use the bathroom facilities (following specific protocols), to pick up meals, to report to Student Health Services and to go to the testing center to continue with your twice-per-week testing regimen. A mask/face covering must always be used, and you must maintain at least a six-foot distance from other people. You will also be able to continue your coursework online and participate in campus programs and activities virtually. Student Life staff will periodically be checking in on anyone who is in contact quarantine.

What other types of quarantining strategies is the College employing? 

Individuals, groups or entire communities may be placed in cautionary quarantine. We will require cautionary quarantine any time the prevalence of illness on campus mandates the severe limitation of in-person interactions. Cautionary quarantine includes always being masked when out of your residence hall room, limiting travel on campus, restricting all off-campus travel, and restricting all unnecessary in-person meetings or gatherings. Individuals in cautionary quarantine may still participate in academic activities remotely.

We will be instituting an onboarding quarantine as we bring you back to campus, because it will help the College have a better understanding of the health of the population as we welcome people from all over the country and world back to our campus. The duration of the quarantine may vary depending on people’s individual circumstances, including where they are traveling from and the mode of travel to campus. The parameters for onboarding quarantine may also be influenced by the Governor's executive orders and additional state guidance.

If you live on-campus, during onboarding quarantine you will be able to do the following: 

• Go to  a dining services location to pick up a carry-out meal
• Retrieve a package at a designated pick-up location on campus 
• Go to the testing center to continue your testing regimen
• Go to Student Health Services
• Use a laundry room in your building
• Use the assigned restroom on your floor in your building
• Go for a walk or run on-campus property (you may walk in the arboretum)   

When outside of your room, you must wear a face mask or covering and maintain at least a six foot distance from others. Moving about the campus must be done by oneself and contact with others in person should be minimized. You will also be able to participate in campus programs and activities virtually. We will have a range of activities for you to engage in.

This same level of quarantine is expected for students who are commuting to campus from home and living off-campus in rental properties. Students living off-campus must remain in their home or rental property during onboarding quarantine with the exception of the following:

• At the Conn College campus:  
• Go to a dining services location to pick up a carry-out meal (if you have a meal plan)
• Go to the package pick-up location on campus to retrieve a package 
• Go to the testing center to continue with your testing regimen

You may also go for a walk or run in your neighborhood where your rental property or home is located. 

When outside of your rental property or home, you must wear a face mask or covering and maintain at least a six foot distance from others. Moving about must be done by oneself and contact with others in person should be minimized. During this period of time you may not go to stores, restaurants or other public spaces. This is critically important as we work to protect the greater New London region during this transition period.

What is the student protocol around quarantine? 

Students who have been notified by the contact tracing team that they have been exposed to a person who tests positive for COVID-19 will need to quarantine for 14 days (based on current CDC guidelines). The College is in the process of developing quarantine protocols. Students may also return home for the 14-day quarantine period if they can do so safely. Students in isolation and quarantine will be provided meals from the dining halls and will be monitored by medical staff using telehealth. Students will be supported and cared for until a return to day-to-day routine is authorized under medical and public health guidance.

Can students have visitors while in quarantine?

While in isolation or quarantine, students will not be allowed to have visitors. Student Life staff and class deans will work closely with students to support them in continuing their academic work or assist them in coordinating with their faculty if adjustments need to be made based on their health.

If I come from a different state, will I be subject to mandatory quarantine upon arrival?

Connecticut has been among a few states with a low prevalence of COVID-19. Governor Ned Lamont is working with public health officials to continue to slow the spread of the coronavirus, issuing executive orders and state guidance aimed at helping colleges and universities in our state open in the safest and healthiest way possible. We are following this evolving guidance closely, which may further impact the protocols and comprehensive steps we are implementing to keep the prevalence of COVID-19 low.

Currently, Connecticut has a Travel Advisory in place for people traveling to Connecticut from a state with high COVID-19 activity with specific implementation language from the Connecticut Department of Public Health. The advisory stipulates that people coming from one of these states are required to quarantine for 14 days after entering the state. This means that at the moment, the quarantine period will be consistent with the College’s onboarding quarantine. The College will post updates about mandatory quarantines to this website as soon as they are available.

Has the NESCAC made a decision on the 2020 winter season?

The New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC)  announced its decision to cancel conference competition for its varsity athletics programs during the winter 2020-21 season. The plans will have a direct and immediate impact on the upcoming Camel Athletics winter season. 

The NESCAC presidents were unanimous in their decision to ensure the health and safety of our respective campuses during the winter months. As part of the decision, the presidents agreed that individual institutions have the discretion to organize practices and schedule alternative competitions, dependent on state and local guidelines. 

Connecticut College is exploring alternative opportunities to compete this winter, and we will update student athletes with plans in the coming weeks. The health and well-being of our athletes, coaches, staff and community will remain our highest priority during this process. For more information, please refer to the FAQ located on the Athletics website.

How is the decision made as to which staff members work on campus vs. remotely?

Because our staff represent so many different types of work situations and responsibilities, it is not possible to have a “one-size-fits all” approach. We have established a rubric centered on three key questions, which is applied consistently across all staff roles:

1. Can the staff member successfully fulfill their essential job functions remotely?
2. Does the staff member’s job functions entail direct interactions with current or prospective students and/or faculty?
3. Will the experience of our current or prospective students be improved by having the staff member on campus?

Senior administrators will be working with their directors and department heads to make these determinations for every staff member. A communication to each staff member outlining their anticipated fall work location will be sent at the end of July. Work locations could change at any moment based on several factors, including the health status of the on-campus community and updated federal, state and local guidance. If there is a change, it will be communicated to the impacted staff member as soon as possible.

What is the process for requesting an accommodation if a staff member is at high risk of getting seriously sick from COVID-19 and asked to work on campus?

If a staff member who is asked to work on campus is at high risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 or has a household member who is at high risk of serious illness, then they may submit the COVID-19 Request for Accommodation form to the Human Resources Office. The College will consider all ADA accommodation requests that are medically necessary, reasonable, feasible and likely to enable an employee to safely and satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of their job without imposing an undue hardship on College operations.

What guidelines should I follow if I am living, learning or working on campus?

All students, staff and faculty who live, learn and work on campus are being asked to do four important things:

• Stay home if you experience any flu-like symptoms, receive a positive COVID-19 test or are notified that you should quarantine due to your travel or interaction with someone diagnosed with COVID-19.
• Wear a face covering on campus at all times. The face covering should cover your nose and mouth. The only exceptions are when you are alone in your assigned workspace with the door closed or outside as long as you are more than six feet from others. In both these situations, you should always have a mask ready for when anyone enters your six-foot radius. If an employee cannot wear a face covering because it would be detrimental to their health, then they should contact Human Resources to explore ways that would enable them to fulfill their work responsibilities and stay healthy during this unprecedented time.
• Wash or sanitize your hands frequently.
• Practice social distancing on campus. Maintain at least six feet from others at all times.

What steps is the College taking to keep our community healthy and safe?

The College is following federal, state and local public health guidance and is taking numerous steps to keep everyone healthy, including:

• Reducing the number of people on campus by having some staff work fully remotely, and having some who are designated to work on campus working staggered shifts or a scheduled mix of on campus and remote work.
• Installing Plexiglas barriers in selected locations across campus with frequent in-person interactions.
• Following CDC-recommended cleaning protocols.
• Reducing and distancing indoor and outdoor seating in spaces throughout campus.
• Limiting the size of in-person gatherings based on guidance provided by the State of Connecticut for both indoor and outdoor activities.
• Regularly testing all students, faculty and staff who live, learn and work on campus beginning Aug. 17 and continuing throughout the fall semester.

What should staff members do if someone is not complying with the College’s health and safety guidelines?

If you witness someone failing to comply with the College’s health and safety protocols and procedures while on campus, please remind them of the College’s expectations. If the person fails to comply with your reminder or repeatedly is not complying with the College's expectations, you should promptly submitted on an incident report in CamelWeb, or if the person is a student, you can report the incident to the Office of Student Life and if the person is an employee, you can report the incident to the employee’s supervisor, Human Resources Office or the Director of Environmental Health and Safety.

How will the College enforce its health and safety guidelines?

The College goal is to ensure campus community members comply with the College's safety protocols, and will correct any non-compliance. This included the College’s face mask, physical distancing, and COVID testing. Students who fail to comply will be addressed by the appropriate dean and corrective action will be taken based on the severity of the problem and number of occurrences. If an employee fails to follow the expectations after being counseled, further progressive corrective action will be taken, and the action will depend on the severity of the problem and the number of occurrences.

Can I come to campus if I am not scheduled to work there?

Faculty and staff who are not participating in the College’s testing program are not allowed on campus without pre-registering their visit by submitting a Campus Access Request form. This form requires (1) the date and approximate time of the visit, (2) the building(s) being accessed,  (3) the estimated duration of the visit and (4) the reason for the visit. Access to campus will be limited to the main College entrance, and a Connecticut College identification (Camel Card) must be presented upon arrival at the Gatehouse. All College safety protocols must be followed while on campus. This includes wearing a face mask at all times and maintaining a social distance from others. Visits should be infrequent, brief and involve minimal contact with others. 

What should a staff member do if they or their household member is diagnosed with COVID-19?

If you or your immediate family member is diagnosed with COVID-19, please contact Steve Langlois, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, within 24 hours. You should follow health officials’ guidance regarding quarantine, isolation and when it is safe to return to work.

What if a staff member is sick with COVID-19 symptoms but does not have enough sick or vacation time available?

In March, the College created a new COVID-19 leave bank, with up to 10 days of additional paid leave available for all benefits-eligible staff who, under certain conditions related to COVID-19, find themselves unable to perform their job responsibilities. Details about those conditions and about how staff may draw on this leave bank, as well as other sick and vacation leave, can be found in the COVID-19 leave policy, located in CamelWeb, and the guidance that was sent to all staff on March 12.

Unused COVID-19 leave balances are now available to staff through Dec. 31, 2020. Staff who were actively working (not on summer break or on-reserve) as of July 11, 2020 received an additional five days of COVID-19 leave.

Does Connecticut’s travel advisory impact staff?

Connecticut’s travel advisory does not affect individuals who live in surrounding states and work in Connecticut or vice versa, unless they intend to cross state borders for more than 24 hours, and it does not affect essential workers. Additionally, this advisory does not impact any individual who intends to cross the state border for less than 24 hours. 

This travel advisory only applies to those individuals who plan to spend more than 24 hours in one of the listed states, as they will then be required to self-quarantine for 14 days under threat of a fine. For more information, visit the State of Connecticut’s website.

Do staff members need to register their travel? 

No, but staff will need to inform their supervisor as to their travel plans as they would under normal circumstances. The College strongly discourages personal travel to locations with a COVID-19 CDC Level 2 or 3 travel alert or that are on the CT Travel Advisory list. If you do travel to one of these locations, you are expected to follow federal (CDC), state and College guidelines upon your return.  The College requires you to self-quarantine for 14 days upon your return, submit a Quarantine Registration Form, and notify your supervisor or department chair if your quarantine will impact your work. If you are able to fulfill your job responsibilities remotely, you are expected to continue working during your quarantine. If you visited a Travel Advisory State for more than 24 hours, you must also fill out a CT Travel Health Form upon arrival in Connecticut. CT and CDC travel advisories change frequently, so we encourage you to check them often before, during and following any travel.  

Will staff be on campus this fall to support the faculty?

Some staff will work on campus part or all of the time, while others will work fully remotely. Because our staff represent so many different types of work situations and responsibilities, a rubric centered on three key questions, has been used to determine staffs’ work location:

1. Can the staff member successfully fulfill their essential job functions remotely?
2. Does the staff member’s job functions entail direct interactions with current or prospective students and/or faculty?
3. Will the experience of our current or prospective students be improved by having the staff member on campus?

What steps is the College taking to keep our community healthy and safe?

The College is following federal, state and local public health guidance and is taking numerous steps to keep everyone healthy, including:

• Reducing the number of people on campus by having some staff work fully remotely, and having some who are designated to work on campus work staggered shifts or work a scheduled mix of on campus and remote.
• Installing Plexiglas barriers in selected locations across campus with frequent in-person interactions.
• Following CDC-recommended cleaning protocols.
• Reducing and distancing indoor and outdoor seating in spaces throughout campus.
• Limiting the size of in-person gatherings based on guidance provided by the State of Connecticut for both indoor and outdoor activities.
• Regularly testing all students, faculty and staff who live, learn and work on campus to campus beginning Aug. 17 and continuing throughout the fall semester.

What should faculty do if someone is not complying with the College’s health and safety guidelines?

If you witness someone failing to comply with the College’s health and safety protocols and procedures while on campus, please remind them of the College’s expectations. If the person fails to comply with your reminder or repeatedly is not complying with the College's expectations, you should promptly submitted on an incident report in CamelWeb, or if the person is a student, you can report the incident to the Office of Student Life and if the person is an employee, you can report the incident to the employee’s supervisor, Human Resources Office or the Director of Environmental Health and Safety.

How will the College enforce its health and safety guidelines?

The College goal is to ensure campus community members comply with the College's safety protocols, and will correct any non-compliance. This included the College’s face mask, physical distancing, and COVID testing. Students who fail to comply will be addressed by the appropriate dean and corrective action will be taken based on the severity of the problem and number of occurrences. If an employee fails to follow the expectations after being counseled, further progressive corrective action will be taken, and the action will depend on the severity of the problem and the number of occurrences.

How often will faculty who teach on campus be tested for COVID-19?

Faculty members who are present on campus three or more days per week will be tested twice a week, while those who are present one to two days a week will be tested once a week.  

Can I come to campus if I am not scheduled to teach in person classes?

In an effort to keep the on campus community healthy, only students, faculty and staff who are participating in weekly COVID-19 testing should come to campus. If you are not and have a need to visit campus, please contact Director of Environmental Health and Safety Steve Langlois. The College will consider limited exceptions, and they must be scheduled, brief and contained to one location.

Can I come to campus if I am not scheduled to teach in person classes?

Faculty and staff who are not participating in the College’s testing program are not allowed on campus without pre-registering their visit by submitting a Campus Access Request form. This form requires (1) the date and approximate time of the visit, (2) the building(s) being accessed,  (3) the estimated duration of the visit and (4) the reason for the visit. Access to campus will be limited to the main College entrance, and a Connecticut College identification (Camel Card) must be presented upon arrival at the Gatehouse. All College safety protocols must be followed while on campus. This includes wearing a face mask at all times and maintaining a social distance from others. Visits should be infrequent, brief and involve minimal contact with others.

What should a faculty member do if they develop symptoms for COVID-19?

If you do not feel well, please stay home, contact your healthcare provider right away to discuss your symptoms and follow their guidance. If your healthcare provider diagnoses you with COVID-19 or you receive a positive COVID-19 test, please notify Steve Langlois, Director of Environmental Health & Safety, at 860-439-2252. If people in your house don’t feel well, please stay home. This will help keep our campus community safe and healthy. Also, don’t forget to communicate with your chair and students; this may be the time to put into motion the contingency plan that you have developed for your classes. Please be sure to follow health officials’ guidance regarding quarantine, isolation and when it is safe to return to work.

What should a faculty member do if they or their household member is diagnosed with  COVID-19?

If you or a member of your household is diagnosed with COVID-19 or a public health official tells you to quarantine, please contact Steve Langlois, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, within 24 hours. You should follow health officials' guidance regarding quarantine, isolation and when it is safe to return to work.

If a student tests positive for COVID-19 and has been in a class, who gets notified?

When a student tests positive, the College’s contact tracers will begin their work immediately to identify and notify high risk contacts that have been exposed and will need to quarantine. Class deans will be notified and will contact faculty should accommodations to academic work be needed while a student is recuperating or in quarantine.

Classrooms are being set up to mitigate exposure and transmission, as such, universal masking, physical distancing and protocols should be followed. Gating conditions for students, as well as faculty and staff, will be managed through daily symptoms tracking in the CoVerified application and only those with "Clear" rating may move about campus. Faculty should ask every student upon arrival to class to show their daily clearance status on the CoVerified app, so that they know who is allowed to be in the classroom.

If a student is quarantined and can’t come to in-person classes, will faculty be notified so they may record classes for the student?

Class deans will be notified and will contact faculty should accommodations to academic work be needed while a student is recuperating or in quarantine.

How will the College ensure that students continue their education in the event their instructor becomes ill? 

The office of the Dean of the Faculty will work with affected departments to ensure the continuity of the educational experience.   

How will classrooms and offices be cleaned?

The College will follow state and CDC guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting all areas including offices, bathrooms, corridors and public areas. Sanitizing products will be available in every classroom, bathroom, computer labs and shared space, along with instructions.

Does Connecticut’s travel advisory impact faculty?

Connecticut’s travel advisory does not affect individuals who live in surrounding states and work in Connecticut or vice versa, unless they intend to cross state borders for more than 24 hours, and it does not affect essential workers. Additionally, this advisory does not impact any individual who intends to cross the state border for less than 24 hours. 

This travel advisory only applies to those individuals who plan to spend more than 24 hours in one of the listed states, as they will then be required to self-quarantine for 14 days under threat of a fine. For more information, visit the State of Connecticut’s website. 

Do faculty need to register their travel? 

No, but faculty will need to inform their supervisor or department chair as to their travel plans as they would under normal circumstances. The College strongly discourages personal travel to locations with a COVID-19 CDC Level 2 or 3 travel alert or that are on the CT Travel Advisory list. If you do travel to one of these locations, you are expected to follow federal (CDC), state and College guidelines upon your return. The College requires you to self-quarantine for 14 days upon your return, submit a Quarantine Registration Form, and notify your supervisor or department chair if your quarantine will impact your work. If you are able to fulfill your job responsibilities remotely, you are expected to continue working during your quarantine. If you visited a Travel Advisory State for more than 24 hours, you must also fill out a CT Travel Health Form upon arrival in Connecticut. CT and CDC travel advisories change frequently, so we encourage you to check them often before, during and following any travel. 

When does the semester end?

Students will depart campus on Nov. 21. After the Thanksgiving break, classes will resume remotely until the end of finals on Dec. 22.