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The collaboration will result in faster turnaround times and cheaper tests, AU says
Coronavirus testing to halt for the third day in three weeks
“Full range of residential options will be available for fall,” Burwell says
The University updated its testing dashboard, which now breaks down faculty, staff and student cases and testing
AU announces test schedule for Jan. 25 through Feb. 5
Officials are concerned about security threats following Capitol insurrection as inauguration nears
In email to early decision students, University announces next steps
The freshmen-priority program will begin in March
Synchronous classes will continue, but assignments and exams are canceled for the week
“Health and safety are more important than ever,” Burwell says
Weeklong furloughs, paused retirement plan contributions spark faculty concerns
University cites better health and safety protocols and “lessons learned” in decision
Other programs are still under consideration, Abroad Executive Director Sara Dumont wrote
Case hinges on whether in-person instruction is seen as part of contract between students, University
Undergraduate students can elect to take two courses pass/fail after final grades are submitted
University to hold off on additional furloughs, hiring freeze to remain in place
Employees making more than $40,000 a year will undergo five-day furlough between November and March
Students with and without symptoms are able to get tested
Projection is an increase from May estimate of $100 million loss for 2021 fiscal year
Summer and fall graduates will have a virtual ceremony on Dec. 13
