March 16, 2020
Dear Faculty, Students and Staff
You may be aware that Governor Murphy announced a series of new steps for New Jersey businesses and institutions, including higher education.
Please know that the steps Felician University took last week moving to online instruction comply with this Executive Order (EO) released earlier today. Universities have not been closed. They have been required to cease all in person instruction, which Felician has already done.
- You can find more information on the EO at: https://nj.gov/governor/news/news/562020/approved/20200316c.shtml
- Continue to monitor Felician University updates at: https://felician.edu/campus-life/center-for-health/coronavirus-updates/
Thank you.
March 14, 2020
Office of Communications
As we closely monitor the public health updates and spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the United States and around the world, the health and well-being of our Felician students, faculty and staff, and the larger community is our top priority.
The situation is rapidly changing. After careful consideration of the latest information, we have made the decision to transition all courses to online instruction beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 until Saturday, March 28, 2020, to maintain the continuity of our education. Resident students are required to return home unless they meet the requirements for remaining on campus.
March 11, 2020
Dear Felician University Community,
Although there have been no reported cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on either the Lodi or Rutherford Campus, out of an abundance of caution, we are moving to online instruction. Felician University remains open and operational, and the semester continues.
Beginning on Monday, March 16th through Saturday, March 28th, classes will be held online. Our faculty have been working to prepare for this situation. Students will be contacted shortly regarding their individual courses of study. Students who need assistance with online learning can go to help.felician.edu or call the Felician Helpdesk at 201-554-0240.
Resident students will have the option of remaining on campus or going home. For those students who choose to stay on campus to continue their online learning, the dining hall and libraries will remain open. Amended guidelines for residence life will be in effect.
The safety of the Felician Community and the continuity of learning for our students are our highest priority. Our Felician Franciscan Values continue to guide us during this difficult time, and our commitment to our academic mission remains strong.
On behalf of the Administration, Faculty, and Staff we appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation. We will continue to be thoughtful and thorough in our response and keep the community informed of our decisions. Remember to visit the University website often for updates, information on Athletics events, and other schedule changes.
Finally, please join us in praying for those whose health and lives are impacted by this virus.
In Peace and Health,
Anne M. Prisco, Ph.D.
President
March 5, 2020
Dear Felician University Community,
Welcome back from Spring Break. As the media has been running 24/7 coverage regarding the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we at Felician continue to monitor the situation. Be assured that our priority is to do all we can for your health and safety, and we are actively engaged in taking precautionary measures, as well as, making contingency plans.
Please be aware that while the risk of infection remains low, Felician University has launched appropriate procedures including advanced surface cleaning and disinfecting protocols across our campuses, and enhanced Dining Hall(s) sanitary procedures. Faculty are developing a course-continuity plan that will allow continued online instruction should the need arise. At the same time we encourage frequent hand-washing and other prevention measures recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
On March 4, 2020, the CDC made recommendations regarding student travel and protocols for testing and reporting any cases to the CDC. In addition, study abroad alerts were provided for countries upgraded to Warning Level 3. To best monitor our community in keeping with these standards we ask:
If you have traveled outside of the country, please notify us of where you have been. Click here to complete the Travel and Employment form regarding travel.
If you have traveled to any areas of concern (i.e. Italy, China), we ask that you return or remain home to “self-monitor” and “self-isolate” for the 14-day incubation period for the virus as recommended by the CDC, after which, with clearance from a healthcare provider submitted to our Student Health Center, you may safely return to campus.
We will provide regular updates guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New Jersey Department of Health.
Every Felician University decision regarding this evolving situation will be made with the best interests of our community in mind. We remain committed to best serve our community of students, faculty, staff and surrounding communities. Thank you for working with us to ensure the health and safety of our community.
Our most updated information can be found on the Felician website here.
In Peace and Health,
Anne M. Prisco, Ph.D.
President
