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UD Reinstates Mask Requirement At Indoor Public Spaces
The University of Delaware is reinstating a requirement that masks be worn inall indoor spaces, effective today (Tuesday) at 8:00 a.m.The action is being taken in response to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations around the country. The mandate comes days before UD’s commencement in Newark, where President Joe Biden will address the graduates…
Read More$107-Million In ARPA Funds Go To 3 Del. Colleges & Universities
Delaware colleges and universities will get shares of a total of $107-million to support COVID-19 pandemic-related projects. The funds come from the American Rescue Plan Act which was passed by Congress and signed by President Biden last March. “Delaware’s institutions of higher education are helping us rebuild from the pandemic and will put this funding…
Read MoreDel. Offers Tuition Waiver Program For Foster Students
Young people who age out of foster care may qualify for a tuition waiver at Delaware public universities and colleges. Governor John Carney signed legislation Thursday (House Bill 123) to create the program, which also waives room and board costs for students in foster care who pursue higher education at the University of Delaware, Delaware…
Read MoreReturning UD Students Must Prove COVID Vax
The University of Delaware will require students to demonstrate proof of a COVID-19 vaccination. Differing from Delaware State, UD will not be requiring faculty and staff to get vaccinated. UD President Dennis Assanis outlined the policy in a letter to the university community Wednesday: Dear UD Community, I hope this message finds you in good…
Read MoreUD Cancels Spring Study Abroad in Rome
The University of Delaware is following several other schools and canceling its spring study abroad program at John Cabot University in Rome. The 22 UD students enrolled there are being advised to book flights to return to the US ASAP. The decision came down last Friday after the travel advisory for Italy was raised to…
Read More2nd University of Delaware student cleared of potential coronavirus
The second of two University of Delaware (UD) students that was screened for coronavirus has been cleared after test results came back negative for the disease. Earlier this week, UD officials announced that two students were undergoing testing for potential cases of the coronavirus, now officially referred to as COVID-19, a severe disease that’s killed…
Read MoreUD student cleared of possible coronavirus, another awaiting test results
One of two University of Delaware (UD) students being screened for coronavirus has been cleared and tested negative for the disease. Earlier this week, UD officials announced that two students were undergoing testing for potential cases of the coronavirus, now officially referred to as COVID-19, a severe disease that’s killed over 1,300 people in China…
Read MoreTwo UD students undergoing testing for coronavirus
The University of Delaware has been notified by the Delaware Division of Public Health that two students are being screened by health officials for possible cases of coronavirus. The risk to the UD community remains low, according to officials with the University of Delaware. The students, who live off campus, are currently in isolation at…
Read MoreUD Increasing Tuition and Fees, Removing Limit on Credit Hours per Semester
If you’re planning to attend the University of Delaware in the fall – tuition and fees will be going up! Undergraduate tuition and fees will increase $520 for Delawareans and by $1160 for non-residents. There are no increases in the Student Health Service Fee or Student Center Fee. Room and board increases for the coming…
Read More63rd Annual DFRC Blue-Gold Game is Saturday!
The 63rd Annual DFRC Blue-Gold Football Game will take place on Saturday evening. The game will be played at the University of Delaware’s Tubby Raymond Field in Newark beginning at 6pm. You can help to enrich the lives of Delawareans with intellectual disABILITIES. Tickets for the game are available at dfrc.org 1:00 PM: Public Parking…
Read MoreUniversity of Delaware 169th Commencement Ceremony This Morning
Today is the 169th Commencement Ceremony at the University of Delaware. The ceremony begins at 9am – however graduates should arrive no later than 7:30. No tickets are needed to get in to the ceremony – and parking lots around Delaware Stadium will open at 6am – the stadium gates open at 7. Global media…
Read MoreUD Names Dr Robin Morgan as Provost
Interim Provost Robin Morgan will become the University of Delaware’s 11th provost on July 1st. She will be the first woman to hold the role of the University’s chief academic officer in a permanent capacity. The search was nationwide and brought in a number of first-rate candidates, however University President, Dennis Assanis, says Dr. Morgan…
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