Wichita State University officials have announced a plan that will allow for some access to the campus starting in late May.
Seven working groups across the campus have developed a plan called Shockers United. The first phase of the plan still has classes offered online or by remote and the campus is closed to students, faculty and staff. Crews will continue to disinfect facilities across campus.
The second phase begins May 26th with some campus access. Students, faculty and staff will be encouraged to wear masks and practice social distancing, and gatherings would be limited to 30 people or less. Classes will still be offered online or by remote, with faculty and staff still encouraged to work remotely. This phase runs through July 31st.
The third phase deals with the fall semester, for August and beyond. Fall class formats will be determined later, with students, faculty and staff still encouraged to wear masks and practice social distancing. Gatherings would be limited to no more than 90 people.
More information is being provided on the university’s COVID-19 web page and there is a special page outlining the Shockers United plan.
In a statement Thursday, WSU president Jay Golden and provost Rick Muma said there may need to be changes in the plan as it moves forward, but the university will be committed to prioritizing the health, safety and well-being of the campus community, preserving the student experience, and ensuring the financial health of the university to further its commitment to deliver quality instruction and engage in innovative research.
