January 11, 2021
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. Let’s continue to keep campus safe and healthy by working together to Protect the Nest. That’s why we encourage all of you to continue practicing the three W’s:
The COVID-19 Implementation Team encourages all students and employees to download CampusClear, a free app, to conduct daily COVID-19 health assessments. The information will help Chadron State College contain any potential spread of COVID-19. The app is available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play. For those without access to a mobile device, the web app can be used.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
January 11, 2021
Dear Campus,
Welcome to the spring 2021 semester! The COVID-19 Implementation Team hopes you had a wonderful holiday break. Now, that we’re all back together – let’s continue to keep campus safe and healthy by working together to Protect the Nest. That’s why we encourage all of you to continue practicing the three W’s:
For those of you who are new to campus, the COVID-19 Implementation Team sends an email each Monday with pertinent information to the college’s preparation and response to the ongoing pandemic. If you have any questions about the information presented in these emails or you seek further clarification, email the Implementation Team. Another resource is the college’s COVID-19 web page. It is updated frequently and contains up-to-date information, including the number of positive cases for students and employees. Please review the COVID-19 web page frequently throughout the course of the semester.
The COVID-19 Implementation Team encourages all students and employees to download CampusClear, a free app, to conduct daily COVID-19 health assessments. The information will help Chadron State College contain any potential spread of COVID-19. The app is available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play. For those without access to a mobile device, the web app can be used.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
November 23, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the final weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team this academic year. It has certainly been a semester to remember, but we hope you find these regular communications are helpful. We know this is a busy week for all of you, but please take a few minutes to provide feedback and ask any questions you may have for the Spring 2021 semester, which begins on-campus and online Jan. 11, by completing an online form.
Good luck with the remainder of your finals. Happy Thanksgiving!
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
November 16, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. It has been stated a lot this semester, but the Implementation Team thanks you all for your assistance in keeping campus open and allowing face-to-face instruction to continue.
As you know, finals week is nearly upon us and we wish you all a successful end to the fall semester. If you need to use the King Library to study or prepare for your finals, please continue to observe campus policies and maintain a social distance. The King Library’s hours are extended this week and the beginning of next week. Good luck with your finals!
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
November 2, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. As you've probably noticed, there are concerning trends of positive cases in our region and on-campus. We are still at a point where the CSC caseload is manageable, but please do all you can to keep yourself and others healthy.
Click the image below to hear a message from Vice President for Enrollment Management, Marketing, and Student Services Jon Hansen.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
October 26, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. As we all know, this weekend is Halloween. Please be safe and make good decisions regarding any social situation you’re attending.
As mentioned last week, you are likely aware of the reports that the pandemic is surging again. Our region is also experiencing large numbers. Although the positive cases on campus remain at a manageable rate, we all must continue to follow the 3 W’s (Washing your hands, Wearing a mask, and Watching your distance), both on-campus and in the community.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and avoid the 3 C's to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Nebraska:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
October 19, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. As you all know, the 3 W’s (Washing your hands, Wearing a mask, and Watching your distance) remain the best line of defense during the pandemic. Please continue to practice the 3 W’s, both on-campus and in the community. Unfortunately, positive cases are increasing in our region, so we must maintain our vigilance.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
October 12, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly update from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. As you all know, the 3 W’s (Washing your hands, Wearing a mask, and Watching your distance) remain the best line of defense during the pandemic. Please continue to practice the 3 W’s, both on-campus and in the community. Unfortunately, positive cases are increasing in our region, so we must maintain our vigilance.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
October 5, 2020
Dear Campus,
Before we get to the updates related to pandemic, the COVID-19 Implementation Team wants to express its gratitude and thanks to all the employees in the Custodial and Maintenance department. Every employee in that department is doing his or her best and their work is appreciated. Thank you all! Your efforts are allowing Chadron State to continue its mission of providing educational opportunities to its students. The COVID-19 Team encourages all of you to express your thanks to these wonderful people (with a mask on, of course) the next time you see them.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
September 28, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly email from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. Since autumn has officially started, the COVID-19 Implementation Team would like to remind all of you to obtain a flu shot from your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Flu shots are always important to have each fall and winter, and this year is certainly no exception.
The COVID-19 Implementation Team encourages everyone on campus to use the Campus Clear app when you’re starting your day. CampusClear is a free app available to college students and employees to conduct daily COVID-19 health assessments and the information will help Chadron State College contain any potential spread of COVID-19. The app is currently available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play. For those without access to a mobile device, the web app can be used.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
September 21, 2020
Dear Campus,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team wants to thank all the students and employees who have been diligent with the 3 W’s. Watching your distance, Washing your hands, and Wearing a mask have made a difference and our campus is better off for it. Please, keep up the great effort. As of this morning (Sept. 21), there is one active case of an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19. While the numbers of positive cases on campus have been low the past weeks, do not let that fact ease the measures you’ve taken to keep yourself and others safe. Continue to be vigilant and follow the 3 W’s.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
We hope the semester is going well for you and that you are doing your best to keep yourself and others healthy. Let’s continue to work together and Protect the Nest.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
September 14, 2020
Dear Campus,
This is the weekly email from the COVID-19 Implementation Team. As you may know, Dawes County has entered into Phase IV of the state’s Directed Health Measures. This transition means that some previous restrictions have lessened throughout the state and many of the regulations are now listed only for guidance. However, things on campus will not change and CSC plans to maintain its current procedures for the remainder of this semester. This means that masks and social distancing are still required on campus.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
We hope the semester is going well for you and that you are doing your best to keep yourself and others healthy. Let’s continue to work together and Protect the Nest.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
September 4, 2020
Dear Campus,
We are a few weeks into the semester and the COVID-19 Implementation Team appreciates how everyone on campus is doing their best to Protect the Nest. Keep up the effort! As we head into the extended weekend and celebrate the Labor Day holiday, please continue to practice safe social distancing, wear a mask, and of course, wash your hands. Let’s do everything we can to keep our campus and community healthy.
Because of Labor Day, we are sending the update email today. Additional information is below.
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
We hope the semester is going well for you and that you are doing your best to keep yourself and others healthy. Let’s continue to work together and Protect the Nest.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
August 31, 2020
Dear Campus,
The first few week of classes are behind us and the COVID-19 Implementation Team thanks all of you who have taken the Protect the Nest pledge. We hope you are enjoying your time on campus and in your classes. We truly appreciate your efforts thus far. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
We hope the semester is going well for you and that you are doing your best to keep yourself and others healthy. Let’s continue to work together and Protect the Nest.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
Dear Campus,
August 24, 2020
The first week of classes are behind us and the COVID-19 Implementation Team thanks all of you who have taken the Protect the Nest pledge. We hope you are all enjoying your time on campus and in your classes.
As President Rhine wrote to campus last week, we must continue to work together to stop the spread of COVID-19. If we wear our masks around other people, practice social distancing and remove activities outside of school where we can’t be more than six feet apart, and effectively wash our hands, we have a good chance to maintain an environment that is conducive to face-to-face instruction and safe for students and employees.
For those of you who are new to campus, the COVID-19 Implementation Team sends an email each Monday with pertinent information to the college’s preparation and response to the ongoing pandemic. If you have any questions about the information presented in these emails or you seek further clarification, please email the Implementation Team.
Other updates include:
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
Thank you for all your efforts. Please continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community, be mindful of your health and the health of others, and follow the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
Dear Campus,
August 17, 2020
Happy first day of classes! The COVID-19 Implementation Team hopes that you have had a great opening day. Let’s continue to keep campus safe and healthy by working together to Protect the Nest. That’s why we encourage all of you to continue practicing the three W’s:
For those of you who are new to campus, the COVID-19 Implementation Team sends an email each Monday with pertinent information to the college’s preparation and response to the ongoing pandemic. If you have any questions about the information presented in these emails or you seek further clarification, please email the Implementation Team.
Chadron State College will not communicate details about individual positive cases of students or employees. All individuals associated with CSC who test positive will be isolated in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control Guidelines. Anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, which include fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, body chills, headache, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea should immediately contact their health care provider or the school nurse and seek free testing through TestNebraska.
Other updates include:
As we all work together to navigate this pandemic, it is important we speak the same language on campus. Here are some common terms you will hear this semester and their definitions.
Not abiding by self-quarantine or self-isolation requirements by health officials is enforceable as a misdemeanor offense per the Governor’s Directed Health Measure.
Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD) recently released some guidelines when it comes to schools reopening. You’ll see them below, but simply put, please wear a mask whenever you are around others.
CampusClear is a free app available to college and university students and employees to conduct daily COVID-19 health assessments. All CSC students and employees will be strongly encouraged to download the app and take the simple self-assessment prior to starting their day on the CSC campus. The app is currently available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play. For those without access to a mobile device, the web app can be used.
Helpful links:
Any information or questions concerning COVID-19 as it relates to your employment or leave time, contact Human Resources.
As President Rhine has said, let’s all work together to make this semester one to remember for reasons other than COVID-19. Continue to be good stewards on campus and in the community and be mindful of your health and the health of others.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
Dear Campus,
August 10, 2020
Last week, President Rhine and the Implementation Team hosted coordination meetings with Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD) and the Chadron Medical Clinic. These groups will continue to meet to ensure that PPHD, CSC, and the clinic are working together to protect the campus and community.
Other updates include:
Let’s work together to Protect the Nest. One of the easiest ways to do that is remembering the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
August 3, 2020
Dear Campus,
Although a message was not sent last week, be confident the COVID-19 Implementation Team was still preparing campus for when classes begin Aug. 17. Last week, President Rhine and the Implementation Team hosted coordination meetings with Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD) and the Chadron Medical Clinic. These groups will continue to meet to ensure that PPHD, CSC, and the clinic are working together to protect the campus and community.
Other updates include:
Let’s work together to Protect the Nest. One of the easiest ways to do that is remembering the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
July 20, 2020
Dear Campus,
As you all know, classes for the fall semester begin in just four weeks. While it is certainly an exciting time, the COVID-19 Implementation Team assures you that Chadron State College is continuing its preparations for all of us to have a safe and healthy start to the semester.
The COVID-19 web page is a great source to find information from CSC related to the pandemic. College Relations recently developed interior informational signs for campus, including How to Wear a Face Covering, COVID-19 Symptoms, and others. College Relations also created directional and exterior signs, which will be placed later this week. All signs can be downloaded from the COVID-19 web page and you are encouraged to use them with approval from your building manager. If you need signs that are different from the approved files, please contact Brenda Barry-Schommer.
When placing the signs, please follow these suggestions:
Other information:
The COVID-19 Implementation Team continues to evaluate the college’s personal protective equipment (PPE) needs. CSC received a shipment of face shields for faculty, lab classes, and other identified areas last week. CSC also received notification that the State of Nebraska has committed to filling a large portion of other PPE needs. The items from the state will arrive this week.
The Implementation Team is evaluating additional barrier needs for locations across campus. These barriers will be installed as materials are available. Locations in the EagleCard office in the Student Center, the King Library, and the IT Help Desk, were evaluated last week and work on those barriers has begun.
The Implementation Team made progress on the selection of a COVID-19 screening mobile application this week. More information will be announced soon.
Let’s work together to Protect the Nest. One of the easiest ways to do that is remembering the three W’s:
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
July 13, 2020
Dear Campus,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team continues to prepare for the beginning of classes on August 17 by evaluating information and guidance from Panhandle Public Health District, the Nebraska State College System Office, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
You may have noticed the campus COVID-19 web page has undergone some changes. These navigation and content updates were done in an effort to make the site’s information easier to access. New sections, specific to students and employees, were also created. In the future, the site will also feature downloadable flyers and graphics for use on campus.
The Implementation Team continues to evaluate the college’s Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needs. CSC received a shipment of face shields for faculty, lab classes, and other identified areas this week. CSC also received notification that the State of Nebraska has committed to supplying a large portion of other PPE needs. The coordination for receiving those supplies is underway.
Other information items include:
Let’s work together to Protect the Nest. One of the easiest ways to do that is remembering the three W’s: Wash your hands, Wear a mask, and Watch your distance.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
July 6, 2020
Dear Campus,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team continues to prepare campus for the Fall 2020 semester. Last week, the Implementation Team published a Face Covering Policy and Health Response Protocol. We have revised the Face Covering Policy regarding requirements for labs and other classroom spaces and activities where students and employees will be in close contact. Face shields and masks are required for these courses and activities.
The Implementation Team has made progress with a number of items that will help keep our campus safe.
Finally, please remember the three W’s: Wash your hands, Wear a mask, and Watch your distance. Those, combined with the items above will help us ensure a safe campus for everyone.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team
June 29, 2020
Dear Campus,
As you are aware, Chadron State College is planning a return to campus in August, and bringing our community of students and employees together again. CSC’s COVID-19 Implementation Team and the Vice President for Academic Affairs’ Faculty Listening Group are making great progress toward a safe return to campus. That return is consistent with what many other colleges in Nebraska and around the country are planning. Our plan is contingent on the current health situations in our local area and our ability to prevent the spread of disease on campus. In order to manage this pandemic, we are following CDC and NSCS guidelines, as well as the Nebraska Governor’s Directed Health Measures. Mitigation efforts are most successful when practiced consistently by all members of the community. The COVID-19 Implementation Team’s plan includes:
Our plan is to keep this campus and its students and employees as safe and healthy as possible. It is imperative we all work together as Eagles and “Protect the Nest.” We will continue to evaluate new options as they become available and are supported by research and organizations like the American College Health Association (ACHA) and the CDC. The health and safety of our students and employees is our top priority. Please continue to follow President Rhine’s recommendations for regular screenings on yourself before you come to campus and take a personal health assessment at Test Nebraska, if you have not already done so.
As we return to campus in August, we should all be aware of the anxiety this period of uncertainty brings, and we know you will come together with compassion, creativity, flexibility and a willingness to care for and collaborate with each other and with our students. More information will be communicated weekly about self-quarantine and isolation for students who may be exposed or test positive for COVID-19, as well as protocols for face coverings, physical distancing, and limited-density activities will be communicated. In the meantime, thank you for all you are doing in these challenging times. We are honored to be working with colleagues and serving students who are deeply committed to building and sustaining a caring and safe learning community.
Sincerely,
The COVID-19 Implementation Team