Austin Community College issued the following announcement on March 19
Austin Community College continues to monitor recent developments of coronavirus (COVID-19). While there are currently no cases connected to ACC, we recognize the situation is escalating as anticipated. The college is evaluating the best steps to ensure the health and safety of our community with as little disruption as possible to the lives of students and employees. The latest updates and announcements will be posted here as decisions are made.
Updates & Announcements
The college is taking additional steps to limit the number of people on our campuses and help prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our community. ACC will move spring classes online beginning March 30 for the remainder of the semester. Employees will begin to transition to working remotely March 23 (more information will be provided by vice presidents via email).
- All students remain on extended spring break through March 29.
- All classes and testing will be suspended March 23-29. Students are being asked to remain at home during this time.
- All campuses will be open to essential personnel and faculty/staff who need access to offices, training, or equipment to transition to work and teach remotely.
- Planning will continue for classes and services that require in-person instruction/support.
- Information for specific courses and services will be posted on this website by Wednesday, March 25.
- Spring classes will move primarily online beginning March 30 (Accelerators, labs, and libraries will be open on a limited basis).
- All college events are canceled until further notice.
- All ACC travel is canceled until further notice.
- All ACC Study Abroad programs are canceled through the summer.
Self-Report Illness/Travel
Travel — ACC is discouraging all international travel at this time. Official ACC travel is suspended until further notice. Students, faculty, or staff traveling to affected areas (Level 2 or 3 as determined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) are required to report their visit to the college (see form below) and must self-quarantine for 14 days after they return.
Illness — Any ACC student or employee with symptoms or exposure to the COVID-19 virus should inform their professor(s) or supervisor and complete the college’s self-report form.
Help Prevent Illness
You can help prevent the spread of illness and reduce the impact on our community by taking common precautions:
- Practice social distancing by avoiding crowded areas and keeping 6 feet of distance from others. Groups of no more than 10 people.
- Wash your hands frequently, using soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your face, especially your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Cover your mouth with tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing.
- Stay home if exhibiting respiratory symptoms such as a cough, difficulty breathing, or fever until you are fever-free for 24 hours without the aid of medication. Contact your healthcare provider and notify your instructor or supervisor.
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