Undergraduate courses will move online through Sept. 25. Visit coronavirus.wvu.edu and CDC.gov for health resources related to the global pandemic.
Back on Campus Guide
As the semester progresses, check this site frequently for new info.
What You Need to Know
Campus will look a little different this fall. From new classroom and dining procedures to physical distancing requirements, we’ll all need to change our routine.
What You Need to Know Absolute Must-Knows Announcements
What to Do If ...
You may find yourself in entirely new situations this fall, like needing to quarantine. Use these lists to determine what you should (and shouldn’t) do.
What to Do If ... Report Illness
Do Your Part
Simple, everyday steps — like wearing face coverings, frequent hand-washing and symptom checks — will help keep our community safe.
Mountaineer Maskots Do Your Part
Popular Questions
Your questions — answered. Here are the top questions we’ve been hearing (don’t worry, we have lots more).
What is Isolation? What is Quarantine? Popular QuestionsReturn to Campus Conversations
Join a conversation with WVU leaders. Zoom links are added 15 minutes before each event.
September 24 Campus Conversation: Discussion with Senior Administrators
Sept. 24, 10 a.m.
Faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni and community members are welcome to join a live webinar with senior WVU administrators. This session will include updates on academics and COVID-19 data for our campus community.
Presenters:
- Rob Alsop, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
- Jeff Coben, MD, Dean of the School of Public Health
- Corey Farris, Dean of Students
- Maryanne Reed, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
What to Expect on Campus
Let's work together and have a great (and safe) semester.
Things will be different on our campus this fall, but if we work together and follow the guidelines, we can stay safe and healthy and have a great semester! 💛💙
Entrances and exits are marked for heavily used buildings, like the Mountainlair and Woodburn Hall.
Staff will be following new cleaning protocols and routinely disinfecting high-touch surfaces.
Floor decals and signs will remind you to maintain physical distancing in customer lines and elsewhere.
Plexiglas screens will be used in classrooms to provide a barrier between instructors and students.
Some seats in classrooms and labs will be marked unavailable to allow for physical distancing.
Wear a face covering, maintain physical distancing and sit in your assigned seat during class.
Do Your Part
We’re all in this together. Our safe return to campus relies on everyone taking responsibility.
Maintain Good Personal Hygiene
The safety of our community depends on our commitment to simple day-to-day hygiene measures, like physical distancing and frequent hand-washing.
More About Personal Hygiene
Sanitize Surfaces
Clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces, such as tables, door knobs, desks and light switches.
More About Surface Cleaning
Wear a Mask
When you’re on campus, you’re required to wear a mask in public spaces. Wear your mask to protect others, and they’ll wear their mask to protect you.
More About Masks
Self-Monitor for Symptoms
Know the symptoms of coronavirus — and stay home if you’re experiencing any of them.
More About Self-Monitoring
Wearing a mask or face covering will be a requirement on campus this fall. This unique initiative is an opportunity not only to share your "WHY" for wearing masks in order to help protect others, but also to encourage our community to do the same.
Community and Media Contacts
Are you a faculty or staff member or a student? Please email questions to our Return to Campus help team.
Are you a member of the media? Visit the WVUToday Media Center for more resources.