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Many of our US university partners have reopened their campuses and are offering hybrid learning experiences (a mix of in-person and online) to students. On this page, you can find out more about on-campus study options at each of our US universities, and what to expect after you arrive.
Details on hybrid learning at ASU
Details on hybrid learning at Pace University
Options at other US universities
ASU has resumed on-campus classes and, for the Spring 2021 semester, programs are being delivered using hybrid methods. This supports the University’s goal of providing a quality learning environment that meets public health and safety guidelines and gives students the flexibility they need.
If you’re unable to get to campus at the start of the semester due to travel or visa restrictions, you will be able to take your ASU classes remotely through digital learning.
As an on-campus student, you will be taught through in-person classes and ASU Sync, which consists of live, interactive classes delivered simultaneously to students sitting in the classroom and to those connecting through Zoom. To maintain proper physical distancing, many of your courses will be a hybrid of in-person and digital learning.
Some labs, clinical experiences and fine arts courses that do not lend themselves to remote instruction will only be available through on-campus, in-person instruction.
In addition to reconfigured classrooms, ASU has established policies and resources to maintain the health and safety of the academic community. These include:
ASU and the world-famous Mayo Clinic have also joined together to provide timely health care information to students and employees, and launched a health status verification app in Fall 2020.
ASU is in consultation with public health officials and national associations on recommended housing arrangements, and will accept requests for both shared housing spaces and single rooms.
ASU will also maintain vacant rooms for use as isolation spaces if needed. Common areas may be subject to restrictions depending upon current, local health conditions: face coverings will be required; high-touch points will be cleaned and disinfected frequently; and sanitation stations will be available. Read more about the safety measures in place in ASU’s residence halls on our live with confidence page.
The University will offer takeout options and expanded grab-and-go selections in residential dining halls, and enhanced grocery items in campus stores. Preventive measures will include:
For further information on dining options and precautions, see ASU’s FAQ web page.
University sports facilities and wellness centers will be open in accordance with CDC recommendations including capacity requirements, social distancing protocols, face coverings and cleaning requirements. Some fitness programs will also be available via ASU Sync.
A wide variety of student events and programs have transitioned to a virtual format. Students will also continue to have opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities. Guidelines and expectations for participation will be shared to allow students to participate safely.
Pace is offering several on-campus learning environments for Spring 2021, all of which prioritize your safety and wellbeing, and follow public health guidance.
However your program is delivered, you can be sure that you’ll have an engaging, student-centered study experience that helps you achieve your goals while staying safe. Pace also offers digital learning solutions if you are unable to get to campus for the start of the semester due to personal, visa or travel circumstances.
Pace courses use the following 4 instructional methods for the Spring 2021 semester. Your class schedule will likely include a mix of 2 or more of these options, depending on the program you are studying.
Face coverings must be worn at all times by everyone in common areas. Pace University will provide all students with re-usable cloth face coverings, to help minimize the risk of transmission. You can find information about monitoring and testing on Pace’s website.
Until restrictions are relaxed, classrooms will be limited to no more than 25% maximum capacity, to ensure 2 meters of distance between each person is maintained.
Across campus, the following safety measures will be implemented:
For further information about social distancing measures, visit Pace’s website.
Students living in university residence halls can expect reduced occupancy in certain areas and staggered use of shared spaces (e.g. laundry facilities, shared bathrooms, kitchenettes). Pace’s custodial staff will ensure that shared spaces and frequently touched surfaces are cleaned using EPA-registered disinfectant more than once a day. You can learn more about how Pace is keeping on-campus students safe here.
Pace’s facilities team will maintain a cleaning log relating to these common areas. Students are still responsible for cleaning and disinfecting their personal spaces. These include bathroom and kitchenette areas in suite-style or townhouse residence halls.
All students visiting a dining room on campus will be required to wear a face covering, including when picking up food for takeout. The following guidelines and practices will be followed in each dining hall:
