Update: Applied Learning Experiences During COVID-19

Tue, 26 May 2020 10:13:09 -0400
covid19

Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,

The response of state and local governments to the COVID-19 pandemic, including mitigation efforts and plans for phased reopening of economic, social, and educational activity, evolves according to changing public health indicators. As we contemplate the placement of students in applied learning activities off-campus, UMBC will follow public health advice, along with local jurisdiction mandates.

In alignment with the University’s decision to offer classes only online for summer session, it is expected that off-campus educational activities will also be conducted remotely. Any students involved in University-recognized Applied Learning Experiences, including Internships, Cooperative Education, Research Experiences, Field Placement, and Service-Learning & Community Engagement activities (credit-bearing and non-credit-bearing) who need to be physically in the field (or who begin remotely and want to move to face-to-face over the course of the summer), must request an exception to participate in those activities. We understand the challenges that this directive may pose and recognize that not all activities will lend themselves to this modality, but the University’s decision to prioritize health and safety is paramount.

Requests for exceptions must be submitted by the student to the Applied Learning Experience Emergency Team (ALEET) using UMBC’s ALEET Exception Request Form. More details on the types of cases where exceptions may apply and the Exception Request Form are available on the Office of the Provost website.

Each of us plays an important role in mitigating the spread of COVID-19. Your support and understanding during this extraordinarily challenging time is greatly appreciated. We will continue to share information and updates as the situation unfolds.

Philip Rous, Provost