Author Archives: Carolyn Holen

Update on Working from Home and Working Together Dear colleagues, More than a week ago we asked faculty and staff to work from home as much as possible. Now we’re at a point where we must make a stronger statement — that faculty and staff stay away from campus unless there is an essential need …

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A video message for VCSU Dear campus community, I know these are challenging times for everyone, but I have faith and confidence that Valley City State University will continue to thrive. Please take a moment to watch my video message below and know that I’m thinking of all of you. Go Vikings! (Watch the video …

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VCSU student tests negative for COVID-19 Dear campus community, Early this evening we received word that COVID-19 test results for the VCSU student who was tested on March 18 came back negative — the student does not have the coronavirus COVID-19 illness. That’s a good report for the student, family and friends, and I’m thankful …

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COVID-19 Update from Residence Life Hello Viking Family, Due to growing concerns over the COVID-19 situation, Valley City State University will be shifting to an online curriculum for the remainder of the semester. With this, we will close all residence halls on campus and facilitate the process for residents to return to campus and move their belongings out. …

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VCSU to move online with all academic instruction for remainder of semester Students, Faculty and Staff: On March 12, we announced a plan to move to online instruction for a couple of weeks after spring break; however, in light of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and the need to respond decisively for the health safety of …

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VCSU student in quarantine after test for possible COVID-19, results pending Dear campus community, On March 18, a Valley City State University student was tested for the possibility of COVID-19 — the coronavirus illness — at CHI Mercy Health in Valley City. Test results are still pending from the North Dakota Department of Health (NDDOH), …

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Faculty Presence Good Afternoon! I hope you are finding the work required to move your classes online do-able. Please remember that we do have resources on campus, should you need assistance. Earlier today you received an offer of assistance from our librarian, should you need to gather digital materials for your class; Tony Wendell and …

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Campus Update Colleagues, The coronavirus COVID-19 situation continues to evolve rapidly. I want to assure you that the VCSU Emergency Management Team is meeting daily, and team members are in constant communication about how we can best protect the health and wellness of the campus community and take proactive steps to help minimize the spread …

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