How coronavirus is affecting higher education

March 10, 2020

THE CHRONICLE OF HIGHER EDUCATION — As more cases are reported, colleges are re-evaluating their study-abroad programs, moving courses online, and taking other preventive measures. Meanwhile, some academic associations are canceling their conferences. We’ve compiled what you need to know — to be updated regularly — on the virus’s spread and its implications for higher ed.

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California, Oregon and Washington State universities react to coronavirus outbreak

March 10, 2020

INSIDE HIGHER ED — Spread of coronavirus in California, Oregon and Washington triggers student quarantines. American Physical Society cancels annual meeting, colleges cancel more overseas programs and players’ group calls for possibly holding March Madness tournament without fans.

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Boston College Law places restrictions on travel to China, South Korea and Italy

March 10, 2020

BOSTON COLLEGE — In light of new advisories issued by the U.S. State Department and the Centers for Disease Control, Boston College is extending its BC-sponsored travel prohibition to Italy. As of today, travel prohibitions for members of the BC community include China, South Korea, and Italy, and we expect that other countries may be added…

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Cardozo Law dean Melanie Leslie updates campus on coronavirus student infection and school policies

March 10, 2020

CARDOZO LAW — The Cardozo student who has self-quarantined has tested negative for the Corona Virus and does not have COVID-19.  The student is symptom-free and has had no contact for 15 days with the lawyer who is hospitalized. I want to respect this person’s privacy but also to express my profound gratitude for this student’s spirit and…

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University of Hawaii Law postpones environmental law meeting due to coronavirus outbreak

March 10, 2020

HONOLULU STAR ADVERTISER — The University of Hawaii at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law has postponed the 30th anniversary celebration for its environmental law program on campus this weekend out of an abundance of caution due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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University of Washington Law student self-quarantined due to possible coronavirus infection

March 10, 2020

THE DAILY — A first-year law student has been directed to self-isolate by their health care provider out of suspicion they may have the novel coronavirus, according to a message from School of Law dean Mario Barnes.

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Survey: Coronavirus disrupts Chinese student recruitment and travel to universities

March 10, 2020

INSIDE HIGHER ED — More than three-quarters (76 percent) of U.S. colleges said that outreach and recruitment of students from China has been affected by the new coronavirus, according to a survey from the Institute of International Education.

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San José State University provides subsidized housing for faculty and staff

March 10, 2020

INSIDE HIGHER ED –Rents in urban areas are skyrocketing, and faculty and staff members at universities increasingly face long commutes and housing insecurity. San José State hopes a creative solution can help.

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Concerns of confidentiality and privacy as barriers to seeking mental health treatment among lawyers

March 10, 2020

ABA JOURNAL — She cited ALM’s recent Mental Health and Substance Abuse Survey, which also found that 33% of respondents increased drug or alcohol use as a result of their work, and about 44% admitted to dealing with stress with alcohol. Nearly 18% also said they have contemplated suicide, a figure that is nearly two times the…

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Albany Law to host ABA traveling exhibit on ratification of the 19th amendment

March 10, 2020

ALBANY LAW SCHOOL — A traveling exhibit celebrating the centennial anniversary of the 19th Amendment’s ratification will make a timely stop at Albany Law School during both Kate Stoneman Day and Women’s History Month.From March 16–31, 2020, the six-banner showcase, “100 Years After the 19th Amendment: Their Legacy, and Our Future,” from the American Bar Association (ABA) Standing…

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