Keeping Bobcats informed, November 4, 2020

COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Self-Care for Student Activists
Doing important work such as engaging in challenging conversations requires energy, resilience, and a clear mind, none of which are possible without adequate self-care (opens in a new window). Don't forget to put on your own oxygen mask before assisting other passengers.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Flu Shots on Campus
Call to schedule your free flu shot during the month of November. Appointments are available on Nov. 5, 9, and 12 from 9 a.m.-noon under the tents at Scott Quad. Call (740) 592-7100 and select option 6 to schedule your appointment (opens in a new window).

SIX THINGS TO KNOW FOR SPRING SEMESTER

Course Listing
Visit MyOHIO Student Center starting Nov. 6 to view course offerings (opens in a new window) for Spring 2020. You'll be able to see what format each class will take before you register, including in-person, online, hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous.

Housing Survey
OHIO is increasing on-campus capacity to accommodate as many residents as possible. First- and second-year students (opens in a new window) must complete the Spring Housing Confirmation form on ohio.edu/myhousing (opens in a new window) by Nov. 16 to let us know what your preference is.

Residence Halls
All students living on campus are expected to vacate their rooms, leaving no belongings (opens in a new window) behind, by Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. Spring room assignments (opens in a new window) for all eligible students will be sent by Dec. 18, along with updates to safety protocols on campus.

Calendar Changes
Spring semester will run Jan. 19-April 24 (opens in a new window) and contain three spaced out mini-breaks in the place of spring break.

Mandatory Testing
All on-campus students will have mandatory COVID-19 testing (opens in a new window) weekly, and off-campus students will test bi-weekly. 

Class Format
Synchronous courses – those held in real-time and led by an instructor – will increase (opens in a new window) in order to expand peer engagement.

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

Virtual Tailgate
Join fellow Bobcats for a virtual tailgate this evening at 6 p.m. There will be OHIO prizes and giveaways, exclusive video content and an appearance by DJ A-Roc! Tune in (opens in a new window) tonight.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Orientation Leaders
Be a part of the team responsible for welcoming new students and their families to Ohio University and guiding them through the orientation process.
Learn More or Nominate a Student >> (opens in a new window)

HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE
Residential Advisors
As an R.A., student staff receive a room waiver and additional compensation to live and work in the residential communities as the number one peer resource.
Read More or Apply Now >> (opens in a new window)

CAREER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Invest in Your Career Today
How much time do you have? 
10 Minutes – Schedule a 10-minute drop-in appointment (opens in a new window) with a career coach.
30 Minutes – Update your profile in Handshake (opens in a new window) so employers can see what you're up to.
60 Minutes – Complete a CLDC workshop (opens in a new window) to improve your career and leadership skills.

CAMPUS NEWS

Board of Trustees Affirms Plan for Spring 
Read Full Story >> (opens in a new window)

Check the Ohio University COVID Dashboard
See Today's Numbers >> (opens in a new window)

Coping Clinic Offered for Election Stress
RSVP for Clinic on Nov. 5 >> (opens in a new window)

Athens Community Sparks Dialogue
Read the Story >> (opens in a new window)

Golf & Tennis Center Closing for the Season
Read Full Story >> (opens in a new window)

Mask Up While Studying
Read Why It Matters >> (opens in a new window)