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UD Will Require Returning Students In ’22 To Get COVID-19 Booster
University of Delaware students, including those who study online or in a blended format, will be required to obtain a COVID-19 booster shot by January 24th for the spring semester. The requirement covers students who do not have an existing vaccine exemption. According to UD, all students have access to campus facilities during the semester,…
Read MoreUD Professor Advances in Jeopardy Professors Tournament
Jeopardy is airing a Professors Tournament and Friday was the last of the first round – and included University of Delaware Professor Deborah Steinberger. She is in the Languages Literatures Cultures Department. At the end of Friday’s show – all three of the final contestants won a nod to the semi-final round. Steinberger had enough…
Read MoreDel. Construction Industry Makes Naloxone Available To Workers, Supervisors
A partnership between Delaware Public Health and the construction industry has made the overdose-reversing medication Narcan available to construction workers at a University of Delaware construction site in Newark. It may be just the beginning. Construction supervisors are also getting training about overdose, stigma associated with addition, and training in how to use the medication.…
Read MoreMove-In Day at UD
Today and Friday is move-in day at the University of Delaware for first year students. Upper division move-in is Saturday. Everyone should expect extra activity and traffic near the campus residence halls and University officials say Courtney Street will be closed to westbound traffic temporarily to accommodate students moving into Harrington Hall. A reminder –…
Read MoreLawmaker: Don’t Use Vax Status To Deny Services, Rights
A person’s COVID-19 vaccination status could not be used as a basis for denial of rights and services, under a bill introduced in the Delaware General Assembly. Representative Rich Collins, R-Millsboro said Thursday that people who may not want to be vaccinated due to religious objections or or other reasons have rights equal to those…
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 MoreA Sprint, or a Marathon? Group Hopes to Build Indoor Track Facility
Delaware has lacked a facility for indoor track competition since 2013 when the University of Delaware Field House was repurposed. Since then, the state’s annual tournament has been held near Washington. This year, athletes took it outside -the championships were held in the cold due to COVID-19 protocols that limited travel. A non-profit organization, Indoor…
Read MoreUD Class of 2021 to Graduate In-Person in May; Return to More Traditional Campus in the Fall
In a virtual Town Hall event this afternoon, University of Delaware President Dennis Assanis discussed the progress that has been made in addressing the challenges posed by COVID-19 and announced plans to return to a more traditional campus experience in the fall. Fall Return“The exciting news is that we should be able to return to face-to-face classes in…
Read MoreCOVID Concerns At UD
Coronavirus cases among students have been on the rise at the University of Delaware. UD is making a few operational changes, including grab-and-go meals only at campus dining halls and food courts. For now, classes, labs and research facilities are not being changed but if positive cases continue to rise changes may be necessary. The…
Read MoreUD Announces Plans For Spring Semester
The University of Delaware plans to offer more in-person instruction in the spring semester and to increase dorm occupancy.The spring semester will start February 15th, one week later than usual. President Dennis Assanis hopes the short delay will reduce the risk of the spread of influenza as well. There will be no spring break in…
Read MoreCOVID, State Response Scrutinized At Gubernatorial Debate
Coronavirus response, the virus’s effects on the poultry industry, the economy and the state budget took up a large part of a debate between Democratic Governor John Carney and Republican Julianne Murray Tuesday evening. Carney said the state’s response to COVID-19 initially contained elements of fear and uncertainty as the state closed down businesses, ramped…
Read MoreUD Announces Furloughs In Cost-Cutting Initiative
Non-unionized employees of the University of Delaware are facing a five-percent salary reduction through unpaid leave as the school looks to stabilize its finances.UD says further cost-cutting measures are also under consideration such as workforce reduction and organizational restructuring.President Dennis Assanis last month informed the university community that the University of Delaware would face a…
Read MoreSen. Coons Drops Out Of Oct. 14th Debate
An October debate at the University of Delaware will proceed without the involvement of Democratic U.S. Senator Chris Coons.According to the University of Delaware Center for Political Communication, the Coons campaign says he will not participate in the debate scheduled for October 14th.Director Nancy Karibjanian says it’s “disappointing that Delaware voters will not have the…
Read MoreUD Cuts Back To Avoid $250-Million Budget Hit
The University of Delaware is cutting costs as it anticipates a heavy budget hit due to factors related to the COVID-19 pandemic. UD President Dennis Assanis said Thursday the University had no choice but to turn to personnel actions, which include voluntary retirement incentives, voluntary schedule reductions, periods of unpaid leave and other measures. These…
Read MoreUniversity of Delaware Will Begin New Academic Year With Virtual Learning
The University of Delaware will conduct a majority of fall 2020 courses online, according to President Dennis Assanis. This will include undergraduate, graduate and courses offered in UD’s Associate in Arts Program. Only select courses designated as requiring an in-person component will meet on campus. Courses and finals will also be online after the Thanksgiving…
Read MoreUD to Begin Phase Re-Activation of Campus Operations June 1st
The University of Delaware is using the Governor’s target date of June 1st to begin a phased re-activating of campus operations – starting with their research facilities. The rate of reopening facilities will be contingent on sufficient testing, tracing and personal protective equipment to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff. The University community…
Read MoreUD President & Others Volunteer Portion of Salaries to Preserve Workforce
Recognizing that sacrifices are required across the University, President Assanis shared that he and other administrators will be voluntarily forgoing portions of their salaries. He made the announcement this afternoon in a letter sent to faculty and staff. The President, Provost and Executive Vice President will be taking 10% cuts in their salaries for Fiscal Year 2021.…
Read MoreUD Postpones May Commencement
UD postpones May Commencement and University officials are looking for input on alternatives from graduating students. As the uncertainty of the pandemic situation continues to evolve, UD officials are weighing the multiple factors in staging an event as complex as Commencement to determine the best course ahead. While discussions are already underway between administrators and…
Read MoreDelaware State Rep. demands answers from UD over low in-state student enrollment
Delaware State Representative Ruth Briggs-King is demanding answers from the University of Delaware (UD) over the low number of in-state enrollment after the institution’s President said they need “better-qualified students” during a Joint Finance Committee meeting. University of Delaware President Dennis Assanis made the controversial remarks during a Joint Finance Committee hearing earlier this month…
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 Study Investigates Abandoned Crab Pots in Delaware’s Inland Bays
The University of Delaware and Sea Grant have concluded a study that investigated the presence of abandoned crab pots in the state’s inland bays. The assessment looked into so-called ghost crab pots in three main areas of the Rehoboth Bay: Love Creek, Herring Creek/Guinnea Creek and Bay Cove. The survey of 100 acres discovered 160…
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