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Carroll College releases plan for early start of fall semester 

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HELENA – Carroll College announced that they will begin in-person instruction for the fall 2020 semester on Aug. 17. This timing is 10 days earlier than the previously scheduled start date of Aug. 26. This modified semester eliminates the traditional fall break and ensures that all students will complete their courses, including finals, by Nov. 25, prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.

The decision was made in consultation with medical professionals, Lewis and Clark Public Health and upon reviewing the latest information available about the potential progression of COVID-19. Montana has seen relatively few COVID-19 cases but the concern remains that the virus will reemerge, and it will be particularly difficult to manage cases once the flu season occurs. An effective strategy in reducing virus transmission has been limiting travel. This schedule allows the college to limit some of the large-scale student travel that typically occurs during a traditional fall semester. 

According to Carroll College President, Dr. John Cech, “We are committed to opening Carroll College this fall to in-person classes and residential students. We have been working around the clock to help assure the safety of our students, faculty and staff. We are proceeding based on the positive trends Montana has witnessed including the Governor’s recent decision to move to Phase Two in the gradual reopening of the state.”

Carroll College President, Dr. John Cech made it clear that the COVID-19 pandemic and the guidelines the college has received from the public health authorities will mean a significantly different environment on campus than in previous autumns. “We will adhere to strict health and safety protocols, including: social distancing; disinfection of residence halls, academic buildings, and other campus spaces; testing; frequent cleaning; and wearing face masks,” Cech said.

This change in the academic calendar affects a number of events and operations on campus and the college is working through those adjustments currently. Updates and information on the planning process will be shared with the Carroll community and on the carroll.edu website on a regular basis throughout the next several months.

 

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