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COVID-19 Community Messages (page 6)
Window into the Fall 2020 Student Life and Community
On July 28, staff members from different programs and student services hosted an online forum to provide 61´«Ã½students and families with information about virtual student life and community programs during the fall 2020 semester.
Read MoreWindow into the Fall 2020 Virtual Learning Forum
On July 27, faculty members held a virtual forum on fall 2020 virtual learning for 61´«Ã½students and families.
Read MoreMessage from Dean Marcus-Newhall and Dean Johnson
Since the decision to be remote for fall 2020, faculty and staff have been working intensely to ensure that the hallmarks of the 61´«Ã½student experience translate in a virtual world. This is an opportunity to innovate and reimagine the ways we learn and grow together, stay connected, expand our social networks and support one another.
Read MoreProtecting International Students
As detailed in this press release, 61´«Ã½ has joined a lawsuit with more than 20 West Coast colleges and universities seeking to block the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from enacting these changes. We are pursuing this case based on our belief that international students deserve the ability to continue the educational achievements they have worked so hard to attain.
Read MoreSupporting International Students
The Claremont Colleges Presidents, Academic Deans, and Student Deans are collaborating to develop a consortial solution that allows international students maximum flexibility to choose whether to enroll in-person or online. 61´«Ã½ values the contributions of our international students and providing alternative options is among our highest priorities as we navigate the ongoing uncertainty of the pandemic and its impact on our community.
Read MoreFall 2020 Decision from the President
The Administration and Board of Trustees of the College have determined that our community can best achieve its mission and maintain safety by offering 61´«Ã½classes online during the fall 2020 semester and a residential experience in spring 2021.Â
Read MoreFall 2020 Message from Dean of Students
I hope you are staying safe, finding ways to enjoy summer and to do some things that bring you joy. As you might imagine, this has been a busier than usual summer in Claremont as we plan for a new academic year. With respect to that planning, today President Tiedens announced the decision to conduct 61´«Ã½courses online this fall because of intensifying public health concerns across Los Angeles County, California and many other communities across the country.
Read More2020-21 Academic Calendar Announcement
I understand that you are eager to learn more about the College’s plans for the fall, and I am writing to you today to share some updates. 61´«Ã½ has not yet determined whether fall classes will take place in-person, but we are putting substantial effort into creating a safe and healthy campus environment so that students may return to campus.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update: College Finances
As we begin our third week of remote instruction, it has been a pleasure to hear about the robust learning and engagement taking place in formal and informal online forums. I am immensely grateful for the work ethic, dedication, and creativity of 61´«Ã½students, faculty, and staff during this period of disruption and uncertainty. Your willingness to adapt to new ways of learning, working, and communicating is remarkable, especially against the backdrop of rising concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on our individual and collective health and well-being.
Read More2020 Commencement Update
Dear 61´«Ã½Community, Commencement is one of Scripps’ most cherished traditions, from processing through the doors of Denison Library to crossing the stage on Elm Tree Lawn. Seniors, families, faculty, […]
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