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Students living on campus are unable to place an order for the government sanctioned free COVID-19 home testing kits due to their campus mailing address being recognizes as a business address.
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Hello!! I’m doing a story for the @usishield about the on campus guest policy. If anyone would like to let me know share their thoughts on this let me know 😊
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JOE BIDEN DEFEATS PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP
The Associated Press declares Joe Biden the winner of a grueling campaign for the American presidency. He will lead a polarized nation through a historic collision of health, economic and social crises.
#APracecall
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Face Covering.
Don’t leave home without it.
On your face.
Covering your nose and mouth.
Fitting snugly to the sides of your face.
Secured under your chin.
Wear it inside buildings.
Wear it outside when you can't physical distance.
Just wear it.
#ProtectYourNest
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2nd Place Online Publication of the Year: The Shield, University of Southern Indiana @usishield
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We'll announce the results of the 2020 contest at 10 a.m. (CDT)/11 a.m. (EDT) tomorrow on Facebook and Twitter. Share with your staff!
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New updates from USI:
• President Rochon is creating a COVID-19 task force
• USI will receive around $2.9 million from federal CARES act for direct payments to students for COVID-19 related costs
• Five university-owned
ventilators were sent to two local hospitals – at Evansville, IN
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New from @USIedu:
• Summer courses moved online
• Spring Commencement art for August 14 and 15.
•Academic holds released
•Employees can request critical access to campus April 8-14. – at Evansville, IN
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Update from @USI_Counseling - Tele-health conferences will begin tomorrow for current clients and on April 6 for new clients in Indiana and Kentucky. Visit usi.edu/counseling/covid-19 for more info, and for what to do if you are living outside of IN and KY.
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Rochon said in a Q&A session, faculty will be paid until June 30, but the university doesn't know what cuts will need to be made next year.
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Some new updates from @USIedu:
• Summer 2020 study abroad cancelled
• Over 80 students remain in campus housing.
• Administration will host zoom Q&A sessions with faculty/staff tomorrow.
• Health Center is open for all via video visits and phone calls. – at Evansville, IN
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March 28, 2020 823 pm: Strong rotation heading toward the Boonville Indiana area. Strong damaging winds heading across Warrick and Spencer Counties with a possible tornado. Seek shelter now.
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810 pm: 90 mph wind reported 5 miles east of Henderson KY by KY Mesonet. Southeastern Vanderburgh County IN into Warrick County IN need to be in shelter!
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807 pm; Power flashes reported just south of Henderson KY by a spotter. Storm is heading toward the Newburgh IN area.
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Our entire faculty wants you to know that we're thinking about you and are here for you. We'll be sharing messages from them throughout these next few weeks, starting with @usircob dean Dr. Cathy Carey:
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Provost Khayum said a pass/fail option for classes is “under consideration.”
He said this would be difficult for some academic programs and could jeopardize financial aid. – at Evansville, IN
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In today’s senior zoom chat with the university, Provost Khayum said “Our intent is to honor commencement because it is such an important part of your life.”
No date has been announced yet. – at Evansville, IN
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A Message from Sheriff Dave Wedding Concerning the COVID-19 Pandemic.... bit.ly/3dhpVOB