[UPDATE 8:57pm, 3/12/2020: The most recent information from SUNY Fredonia regarding its updated policies regarding this situation can be found in our “Coronavirus Email Reposts” section, and we will be providing updated through Twitter (@LeaderFredonia)]
On Wednesday afternoon, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced all SUNY and CUNY schools will move to distance learning for the rest of the spring semester.
By doing this he hopes, “to limit the exposure of students, faculty and staff to COVID-19.”
What does this mean for Fredonia?
The President’s Office issued an email detailing further procedures.
Students who live on campus are forced to pack up and move out by Thursday, March 19.
[UPDATE 8:57pm, 3/12/2020: The administration has reversed this policy and is now allowing students to continue to live on campus, provided they fill out a request to inform the administration]
If a student is unable to move out by this date, they must contact the Residence Life Office to make arrangements.
Starbucks and Cranston will remain open while Tim Hortons and the Bookstore will cut back on hours.
Willie C’s and the cafes will most likely be closed.
The email also explained that the status of events planned after March 19 is unknown, including commencement.
Spectrum took to Instagram to let students know the status of its spring concert featuring a Q&A with David Dobrik.
The post said, “We’ll make a post as soon as we have answers. For now, feel free to continue submitting your questions for David.”
Student Association President Jillian Beard also issued a memo addressed to students and posted it on Instagram.
Beard urges club presidents to cancel all club activities scheduled to take place up to two weeks after Spring Break.
She also addressed the question surrounding tuition, stating it is not refundable due to the fact classes will still be continued online.
However, the questions surrounding on-campus housing and meal plan refunds are still up in the air.
Several students have argued their classes and internships can not be completed remotely.
When it comes to these circumstances, Beard said, “The state has no say in this matter — it is up to campus and individual professors to decide what courses should and will continue.”
Both Beard and Hefner said more information will be on its way over the next few days.