Published July 15, 2020
As the University of Louisiana Monroe prepares to welcome students for the Fall 2020
semester, information is being provided regarding course delivery methods and safety
measures implemented in response to COVID-19.
ULM continues to focus on the campus community's health and safety while still executing
its academic mission.
Currently, the fall academic calendar will not be altered. Classes are scheduled to
begin on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020.
Fall 2020 course delivery methods
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Due to social distancing requirements and to maintain classroom occupancy rates at
50 percent, ULM is transitioning many courses for the Fall 2020 semester to a HyFlex model. The HyFlex model is a mix of students attending classes face-to-face or via Zoom
on assigned days. For example, for a Tuesday/Thursday class, on Tuesday, half of the
students will attend in-person, and half will attend remotely on Zoom. On Thursday,
the students will switch; those in-person on Tuesday will participate via Zoom, and
those who were on Zoom will attend in-person.
Students are encouraged to check their course schedule for changes in instructional
methods of their courses.
Those students requiring special accommodations for instructional methods due to COVID-19,
are asked to contact the ULM Counseling Center. The ULM Counseling Center staff will facilitate accommodations to ensure students’
safety, as well as academic success.
Safety measures
To keep the ULM campus safe, the following measures have been taken:
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Face coverings are required on campus for faculty, staff, and students.
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Seating in classrooms will be marked to ensure social distancing is practiced for
face-to-face instruction.
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Disposable disinfectant wipes will be available in classrooms for students to disinfect
their areas at the conclusion of class.
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Plexiglass shielding is placed in high-traffic areas.
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Hand sanitizer dispensers are in place in various locations on campus. Use hand sanitizer
when handwashing with soap and water is not readily available.
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Floor markers are placed in waiting areas of office spaces to ensure social distancing.
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Campus signage is in place to remind everyone to wear a face covering, practice social
distancing, wash hands frequently, use hand sanitizer, and to stay home if feeling
ill.
It is up to everyone to do our part to keep the ULM campus safe for the Fall 2020
semester.
ULM continues to monitor guidance from Gov. John Bel Edward’s Office and the University
of Louisiana System. This situation is fluid and has the possibility to change based
upon new information. The university will continue to communicate as soon as new information
becomes available.
#StaySafeWarhawks
