February 1st Update

Greetings students,

We hope that your semester is off to a good start. While we know things continue to be challenging, we want to remind you that we are here to help and are happy to announce new ways to connect with CLC staff. COVID-19 cases continue to trend down on our campuses, as well as throughout our area counties and state. Because of this downward trend, we are expanding service hours and activities. Still, we need to continue to be vigilant in hand washing, social distancing and wearing a face covering.

The following changes are effective Monday, February 1 through March 5

To ensure we are available when you need us, departments will be open with in-person staffing, Monday through Thursday, 8 am – 4:30 pm.

Services will be virtual on Fridays from 8 am – 4:30 pm.

You may access contact information for our staff who are available virtually Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm at the following link: www.clcmn.edu/remoteservices/

CLC events continue to be important to all of us. Cultural Arts, Cultural Thursdays, Rosenmeier Forums, and Verse Like Water will continue to be available virtually throughout the semester. For more information, visit http://www.clcmn.edu/clc-events/

We are excited to welcome CLC Raider Baseball and Softball back to the field, following Covid protocols.

We know connections are important and are happy to share that Student Senate and student clubs can begin meeting in person, following the Covid-19 room capacity limits, social distancing and masking requirements.

Traveling/Spring Break

Please remember to take extra precautions while traveling and during the upcoming Spring Break. https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/ihe.html#travel Remember, if you plan to travel out-of-state, CLC strongly recommends a 14-day quarantine following your return.

Beyond Spring Break

As we look beyond spring break, we know there are questions about many traditional end-of-year events activities and performances. Of course, these include commencement! While we do not yet have the information necessary to make decisions about these important events and we appreciate your patience. We will continue to monitor Covid data and statewide guidance and will share more information soon.

Please reach out if you have any questions/concerns at covid19@clcmn.edu.

Thank you for doing your part in keeping Central Lakes College safe!