To date there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the
University community. Alfred University is closely monitoring the outbreak of
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) that was first detected in China and now affecting
multiple countries. The virus is being tracked by the Centers for Disease
Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Locally, we are working
with local health officials to ensure we are aware of changing conditions and
guidance. As this global health crisis evolves, we are taking precautionary
steps on campus to prepare, including the possibility of providing housing and
dining support for international students who might not be able to get home
this summer. We’re also developing a plan in case the spread of COVID-19 ends
up impacting the academic schedule. Alfred University will be reassessing our
policies and recommendations relative to the coronavirus as updates on the
situation are released by the CDC. Alfred University also recommends faculty,
staff and students practice “social distancing”— maintaining space between
individuals and limiting physical contact (such as by shaking hands).
