Published: May 27, 2020
We are proceeding with a plan for the safe return of employees and operations to our campus. In developing a course of action, the health and safety of our Islander Community continues to be our highest priority. Read the full announcement.
We will continue to update this FAQ and the main Coronavirus Updates site as the situation develops. If you have further questions that are not listed below, please use our contact us form.
Can I still stay in my residence hall?
Yes, housing will remain open for residents who need to stay.
I stayed in campus housing. Will I still be able to get food from the Dining Hall?
The Islander Dining Hall will be the only dining location on campus that will be open. Students living in Miramar with active meal plans and students with aggressive voluntary meal plans will be able to access the Dining Hall during the hours listed below. All meals will be packaged in to-go containers with a choice of bottled and canned beverages. Students will also have the option to utilize our Grab and Go station at the entrance of the Dining Hall to pick up their meals.
What if I get sick?
The Health Center will be open by appointment only. Call ahead to check appointment availability at 361.825.2601.
This situation is making me anxious. Is there someone who can help me?
Counseling is still available online or via phone. Call the Counseling Center at 361.825.2703 for a consultation.
I need a computer lab and/or Internet access. Is there still an open lab?
Exterior wireless access will remain available in green spaces. All of these activities must be carried out using social distancing practices.
COMPUTER LABS AVAILABLE
Corpus Christi Hall-second floor by appointment.
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Appointments may be scheduled by calling the IT Service Desk at 361.825.2692.
THE IT SERVICE DESK IS AVAILABLE ONLINE
Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 1O:OO p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:OO p.m.
Saturday-Sunday 1O:OO a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Email: ITHelp@tamucc.edu
Chat: support.tamucc.edu
Phone: 361.825.2692
Is the library open?
In support of the County's Stay at Home Order, the Bell Library will be closed to walk-in traffic at 5pm, March 26th. Access to all of the library’s digital resources (24/7) and online research support (Mon.-Thurs. 8am - 8pm; Fri. 8am - 5pm; and Sun. 12pm - 6pm) will continue uninterrupted. In addition, interlibrary loan of e-resources will continue. Please continue to check the library FAQ for the most up to date information about library resources and services. For more information, please call 361.825.2643.
If I am being impacted financially, can I get more aid?
Potentially. The Office of Student Financial Assistance (Financial Aid) will be happy to review your situation to determine if there is need available and what finds may be present to assist you. Please contact The Office of Student Financial Assistance at faoweb@tamucc.edu or 361.825.2338. Please have your ‘A’ number available.
Do I really have to stay at home?
It is important to follow the directives from our local government. You are permitted to leave your residence for essential activities, such as picking up to-go meals, grocery shopping, going to a doctor’s appointment, or exercising outdoors. You may also leave to go to university-designated locations for computer/Internet access.
When will we be returning to campus?
We are proceeding with a plan for the safe return of employees and operations to our campus. In developing a course of action, the health and safety of our Islander Community continues to be our highest priority. Read the full announcement.
What if I prefer to work from campus?
Faculty and staff should work remotely unless deemed essential to be on campus. All building entrances will remain locked. If you must come to campus, you may use your key or card for access but doors must remain locked. Please contact your supervisor to discuss any required on-campus staffing and remote work expectations for your office.
What if I need help with online resources or Blackboard?
or faculty, resources are available via the Academic Digital Resource Course in Blackboard and the Office of Distance Education and Learning Technologies (ODELT) is offering virtual trainings and appointments and can contacted via email at odelt@tamucc.edu. For students, on-demand resources are available in the Student Digital Resource Course in Blackboard and via the IT Service Desk at 361.825.2692. For further support for online teaching and learning , please visit the Anytime, Anywhere Access website.
What can I do to continue my research?
Please visit the Research FAQ for additional guidance.
What do I need to do to replenish supplies related to preventing the spread of COVID-19?
We are reviewing several supply options and will provide more information soon. Please check back frequently as this information is subject to change as more people return to campus and our supply distribution may need to be updated.
I wanted to tour the campus. What can I do now?
We are here for you! Make an appointment for a virtual tour or participate in an online chat session with one of our advisors. Learn more at www.tamucc.edu/virtual-island.
I am unable to send official test scores to TAMUCC, what do I do?
You may send unofficial copies of your test score reports either downloaded from ACT or The College Board or from score reports you received. Please e-mail them to admiss@tamucc.edu or mail them to Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, Office of Recruitment & Admissions, 6300 Ocean Drive – Unit 5774, Corpus Christi, TX 78412.
I have applied for admission as a first-time freshman and have not taken the ACT or SAT because the test dates for the examinations were cancelled, can I still be considered for admission?
Yes. You have several options. First, you must submit transcripts that record class rank and an appropriate grade point average. In this case, may be considered for conditional admission based upon high school performance pending future receipt of future scores. Second, students may submit copies of a completed ACT residual test.
I cannot secure an official transcript from my high school or college. What alternatives do I have?
The Office of Admissions can work with you on acceptance of unofficial documents (copies of grade reports, transcripts, degree plans, etc.) or in some cases, based upon self-reported documents (as accepted by some institutions like Texas A&M). This will allow for decisions to be made. However, final official documents should be sent by August 15. For more information, please contact the office of admissions at admiss@tamucc.edu or by phone at 361.825.2624.
What is the CARES Act Emergency Aid?
Islander students will benefit from a Federal grant intended to address the effects of the coronavirus outbreak. U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced that Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive $10,105,662 from the grant, which comes from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund authorized by the CARES Act.
How do I know if I'm eligible?
Eligibility requirements (set by the U.S. Department of Education):
What if I am not eligible?
If your CARES application was denied because you did not meet the criteria, we will do our best to award other types of funding to assist you. Other aid may consist of institutional grants or scholarships, federal or state aid, or an adjustment to your financial aid package based on your situation.
Where can I apply?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi students can apply for assistance using the online form located on the Office of Student Financial Assistance web site. Deadline to apply for Summer is June 30, 2020 and Fall is August 31, 2020.
When will I know if I am approved?
We are processing graduating seniors first, then spring aid requests. Then we will award for summer and fall requests. Applicants should hear something by the end of the month. We are looking at each request carefully as well to see if other aid can be applied.
If approved, when will I receive the money?
UPDATE: The Financial Aid Office (FAO) began awarding the CARES Grant funds on Monday, May 11, 2020. We will continue to award funds until all applications have been reviewed and all funds are used. Please log into your SAIL account to view any new award. Awards from this program will be titled 1CARES.
How will I receive the funds?
The CARES Act refund will be sent to your refund preference address you may have already set up. If you do not already have a refund preference set up, instructions are below.
Choose from 3 methods below. Preferences can be changed at any time:
Classes will remain online for the spring semester, Maymester and Summer I. A decision about Summer II course delivery will be made by May 18. Please check back for updates.
Faculty will communicate directly with students regarding labs, clinicals or other special arrangements. Faculty also will post a new syllabus for each class.
Dissertation/Thesis Defense
Contact your faculty advisor to make plans for your dissertation or thesis defense.
Campus Remains Open
The university remains open. No undergraduate students are required to be on campus, but students are permitted on campus for services and facilities.
Students conducting clinical activities, student teaching, graduate and professional students should consult their program directors for additional information.
Clinicals/Labs Information
All nursing courses will transition to fully online. Clinicals and simulations will be conducted online unless otherwise directed. Please contact course instructor with questions.
For Science and Engineering labs, the determination about lab courses will be communicated directly to students. Please contact course instructor for information.
Are you confident you won’t need to visit campus for the rest of the semester? If so, you may want to hold on to the virtual permit. If not, please visit the UPD Parking website and fill out our form to receive a prorated refund.
The Dining Hall is open with the precautions recommended by the State of Texas; all meals are “to-go.” Hours of operation can be found on our operating hours for TAMU-CC services page.
We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time – make sure to visit our website or follow us @IslanderDining for our most current updates. University Services is committed to supporting our students. If you need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact SandDollar$ Office at (361) 825 -5978 or sanddollar@tamucc.edu.
The Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority handles public transportation on and around campus. If there are changes to the schedule, we will add information here and CCRTA will publish those changes as well. Please be mindful that social distancing is important if you are using public transportation.
Updated RTA ScheduleRoute 37, Flex 93 and Route 5 will be running Monday - Sunday- using the Saturday schedule.
Route 37 starts at 6:10 a.m. so that it will arrive at Momentum around 6:55 a.m. This will stop about every hour at Momentum and the Campus.
Route 93 will reach Momentum or Campus around 9:30 a.m. and go until 8:00 p.m. this will visit Momentum and Campus about every 30 minutes.
Meetings and social gatherings must be limited to 10 or less per CDC guidance. Those in attendance should practice social distancing, and we encourage the use of virtual meetings rather than in-person meetings, even for small groups, whenever possible.
Together, we will thrive online! Information on digital student services is being updated and published to support and encourage academic success through resources provided by university wide offices. Visit the Anytime, Anywhere Access website for more information.
The Southland Conference canceled all remaining spring sports competitions and championship events for the semester. The decision was reached by the Conference's presidential Board of Directors, in consultation with campus athletic directors, in full consideration of the health, safety and well-being of the league's student-athletes, coaches, administrators, support personnel and fans on the league's 13 campuses.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY NEW GUIDANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS
Domestic Travelers Guidance
International Travelers Guidance
Classes will remain online for the spring semester, Maymester and Summer I. A decision about Summer II course delivery will be made by May 18. Please check back for updates.
Faculty will have more information on class times as well as modes of participation. They will communicate with you directly.
Online advising sessions will be available as well as online office hours for faculty. More information will be forthcoming on online advising. Faculty will provide their online office hours to you.
There are virtual options available. Your faculty will have additional information.
Yes. If you need assistance or experience issues with your accommodations, please contact Disability Services at disability.services@tamucc.edu or call 361.825.5816.
Contact your faculty as soon as you know you will be unable to participate in a class session.
The dates and requirements for dropping classes remain the same. If you receive federal financial aid, please keep in mind that withdrawing from school or dropping classes may incur penalties that are dictated by the federal government. If you have any concerns about your enrollment, call 361.825.7245 or email registrar@tamucc.edu. For questions about your financial aid, please call 361.825.2338.
Please contact the chair of your academic department for assistance.
Maymester and Summer I courses will be conducted online. The University will communicate individually if there are classes with any special circumstances. A decision about Summer II course delivery will be made by May 18 as we assess the ongoing situation.
Yes, all events are being canceled as a health and safety precaution.
Yes, these events are canceled as a health and safety precaution until further notice.
We will offer virtual admissions and financial aid advising and virtual tours. We will host online college fairs for undergraduate and transfer students weekly. For information, call 361.825.8687 or email tour@tamucc.edu.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has Value Suites that make it easy to take affordable, high-quality, instructor-led courses online. A pre-bundled package is listed as a Suite or a Series. Suite and Series bundles allow you to take multiple courses at a discounted price while gaining an in-depth understanding of the subject area. When enrolling in a Value Suite, your cart will show the bundle title and below will show each course within the bundle with its own start date listed in a drop-down menu. This option allows you to space the courses out or you can choose to take two or more courses at the same time all depending on your needs. Participants in these courses can enroll for the love of learning, meet continuing education requirements, or boost knowledge for employment.
To learn more about mastering skills sets, call Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, R&I - Community Outreach, Career & Professional Education at 361-825-5851 or visit online at https://outreach.tamucc.edu/elearning/
The Office of the Registrar will email undergraduate students opt in instructions on April 20, 2020 to their Islander email. You will need to login to S.A.I.L. to make a pass/no pass declaration for each class you are opting in by May 7, 2020. Once you submit your declaration form it will be reviewed and approved by your advisor and routed to the Office of the Registrar for processing. Once a declaration is made, it cannot be changed.
No. Students will be required to declare what courses they want to opt in for Pass/No Pass using the instructions that will be emailed on April 20, 2020. If you do not want any Pass/No Pass grades there is no action required.
Pass/No Pass is available for most undergraduate courses. Courses that are not eligible are listed below. All students should seek guidance from their academic advisor, financial aid counselor, and other specialized professional staff prior to opting in for Pass/No Pass.
Additional courses not eligible:
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
College of Science and Engineering
All of the grades in the Pass/No Pass grading scheme do not count in your GPA calculation.
All students should seek advisement from there instructors and academic advisors. However, there are certain populations of students that should speak with specialized professional staff before declaring Pass/No Pass.
Veterans Using Benefits
Office of Veterans Affairs
361.825.2533
veterans.affairs@tamucc.edu
International Students
Office of International Education
361.825.3346
international@tamucc.eu
Student Athletes
Center for Athletic Academic Services and the Athletics Compliance Office
361.825.2858
Keith.Miller@tamucc.edu
Students on Academic Probation
Center for Academic Student Achievement
361.825.3775
Joshua.gentry@tamucc.edu
Students Being Monitored for Unsatisfactory Academic Progress (USAP)
Office of Student Financial Assistance
361.825.2338
faoweb@tamucc.edu
Students Pending Graduation
Contact your Academic Advisor
To locate the name and contact information for your advisor visit your Degree Planner (http://degreeplanner.tamucc.edu) or the academic advising website (https://ucoll.tamucc.edu/advisors/advisors1.html) for the name and contact information of your academic advisor.
Student-athletes may risk jeopardizing their NCAA eligibility by opting for a pass/no pass option in their courses. Any student-athlete's requests to opt in for the pass/no pass grading method for any course must be approved by the Center for Athletic Academic Services and the Athletics Compliance Office. Please contact Keith Miller at 361.825.2858 or keith.miller@tamucc.edu.
Here are some important considerations for using Pass/No Pass for Spring 2020 courses:
Once you submit your Pass/No Pass declaration it cannot be reversed. Our assumption is that once you submit your declaration form, you received all of the proper direction to make an informed decision.
No. Once a declaration is made, it cannot be changed.
No. Conversion of grades to Pass/No Pass will be conducted after traditional letter grades are submitted. However, we do advise that you consult with your instructors regarding your standing in the course before opting-in.
You should talk with your advisor and the instructor of your courses about which of these options will help you succeed in your classes and academic program. It will be important to know your grade, the number of assignments remaining, and how those assignments will be met, so that you can make informed choices about the relative merits of dropping a course, opting in for Pass/No Pass, or asking the instructor for an Incomplete.
A Pass/No Pass grade cannot raise the GPA, so it will not help you increase your GPA to meet thresholds for majors, competitive programs, or scholastic standing.
Some programs require a minimum grade of “C” in key courses for admission or as a part of their programs, students who receive a “PD” will receive credit for the course, however, they will not meet the pre-requisite requirements for their next course(s).
No. For Spring 2020, any CORE and elective course that is graded as “P” will be counted as fulfilling those requirements and will have a positive effect on academic progress. A grade of “P” or “PD” in major and minor courses in programs that allow for Pass/No Pass will also be viewed as fulfilling requirements of academic programs. Programs and courses that require a grade of C or higher as a pre-requisite or requirement require a grade of “P.”
Courses taken as Pass/No Pass do not contribute to the student's GPA. Any Pass(P) or Pass-D(PD) grades will not affect your GPA calculation. Students with an academic standing of Academic Probation who choose the Pass/No Pass for all their classes will remain on academic probation will be assessed the academic status relative to their cumulative GPA.
Pass/No Pass courses count towards attempted and successfully/unsuccessfully completed course. Receiving a grade of P is considered making progress but has no impact on your GPA. If you do not meet satisfactory academic progress (SAP) standards in Spring 2020, appeal options exist, including appealing based on impacts arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. To discuss how this might specifically impact you, please talk with financial aid.
The university is allowing courses taken as Pass/No Pass in Spring 2020 to be exempt from the stated cap of 8 hours towards a baccalaureate degree.
Texas A&M University Office of Admissions has approved acceptance of final spring semester 2020 grades that are reported on transcripts as Pass (P), Satisfactory (S) or any other related equivalency to satisfy any specific grade requirement listed on the course sheets for the Program for System Admission.
No. Graduate students are unable to participate in Pass/No Pass.
No. Graduate are courses are not eligible for the Pass/No Pass grading method.
If your GPA is low from the previous semester and/ or you are on academic probation, choosing Pass/No Pass will not help you raise your GPA to remain or become eligible for scholarships.
If your scholarship is based on maintaining a required overall GPA, please note that Pass/No Pass classes will result in no GPA for your first term. This could result in your ineligibility to retain your scholarship. Also, if you OPT Pass/No Pass, you will not have an overall GPA; thus, you will not be eligible for consideration for TAMU-CC academic scholarships.
Dual credit students should reach out to Bill Coari for further direction. You may contact him at 361.825.3787 or william.coari@tamucc.edu.
Students must have at least 12 credit hours of traditional grades (A-F) to be eligible for the Dean’s list.
For example, a student who is enrolled in 15 credit hours and opts in for pass/no pass for 6 credit hours will make you ineligible for the Dean’s List because they only earned traditional grades (A-F) for a total of 9 credit hours.
The Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony, originally scheduled for Saturday, May 16, has been rescheduled. All graduates from the Spring 2020 semester will have an opportunity to walk the stage at graduation and receive recognition for their outstanding achievements in person.
We will expand the Summer 2020 Commencement, scheduled for August 8, to include Spring 2020 graduates. Additionally, those graduates who are unable to participate in the summer ceremony are welcome to participate in the December 2020 or May 2021 Commencement ceremonies.
Summer commencement ceremony plans are currently being planned. As soon as the information is available, it will be sent out and posted to the commencement website.
There are no refunds for graduation applications. The graduation fee is associated with costs for providing services related to graduation (such as diplomas), not the ceremony itself.
You will not have to apply for graduation again and pay another fee. However, if you cancel your application for graduation in the Spring, then you must reapply for a subsequent term and pay the graduation fee.
You can order your regalia and find other information on the university's commencement website.
Yes, you can choose the option to have your regalia shipped to you. Shipping is free and it takes at least 7-10 business days to receive the items.
There are two companies the University works with: Balfour and Signature Announcements. Alumni Relations has a partnership with Balfour, which is where invitations ordered through Grad Fair are purchased. Students that have already ordered announcements for the May commencement through Balfour are eligible for free insert cards that will clarify the change of the date of their graduation. To obtain, contact Balfour at 1-800-BALFOUR (1-800-225-3687) and place your request over the phone.
Signature Announcements has a licensing agreement with TAMU-CC, but Islanders who ordered invitations through them must contact them directly. The number is 1-888-830-8305.
Commencement is a celebratory ceremony. Your diploma is not provided to you at commencement. Diplomas will be available after all final grades have posted and a formal audit has been completed of your degree plan. The tentative date for Spring diploma availability is June 15th.
If you have applied for graduation by the given deadline, your name will appear in all Commencement related material.
We congratulate you on attaining this academic accomplishment. We are still reviewing items related to distribution of academic honors cords. As soon as a safe and feasible method is identified, we will notify eligible students.
Bell Library
PHYSICAL BUILDING
AskUs SERVICES (Virtual only)
Other services within the Library, such as I-Create and Special Collections are going to be open the same as the physical building but by appointment only for the summer. Both of those areas have a finite amount of space and staff to assist patrons.
Please continue to check this Guide for the most up to date information about library resources and services. For more information, please call 361.825.2643.
Dugan Center
The recreational center and gymnasium will be open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. starting in June.
University Center
The University Center will be open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon-Fri through June and July.
Mail Services
Mail Services will be open Monday AND Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to assist any customers.
Islander Dining Hall (All meals are to-go)
Center for Academic Student Achievement (CASA)
CASA has moved all tutorial and peer mentoring services to a fully online, appointment-based environment. Writing Center services also are available online, and Supplemental Instruction services will move to the Webex platform.
Online hours of operation:
Mon – Fri -
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For more information or to make an appointment, call 361.825.5933 or email casa@tamucc.edu. Register online for tutorials or support from the Writing Center.
Computer/Internet Access
Computer labs are available for use in Corpus Christi Hall second floor by appointment. Access to discipline specific software is available in this central location as well. Computer labs are set up with proper social distancing in mind for your safety. Appointments may be scheduled Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm by calling the IT Service Desk at 361.825.2692.
Online Classroom Support
Anywhere, Anytime Access is available! Specific support is available for students and faculty using Blackboard. Login to your Blackboard account to find tutorials and other helpful information.
Health Center
The Health Center is open by appointment only. Call 361.825.2601.
Counseling Center
Call 361.825.2703 for a telephone consultation. The counselor will then assist with scheduling a phone or videoconference appointment for you. If you are in a crisis situation or calling after normal business hours, please press 2 to be connected to the after-hours crisis counselor.
University Police Department
The University Police Department will remain on campus 24/7 for campus security.
In case of an emergency, please call the UPD at 361.825.4444 or the non-emergency phone at 361.825.4242 for other situations.
TAMU-CC Dining services is taking preventative measures to protect the well-being of its university community.
Dining Services is committed to maintaining strict cleaning and sanitizing protocols at each location and have implemented the following temporary preventative measures along with cleaning regimens in accordance with the CDC guidelines.
Visit, the Islander Dining site.
Yes, and the vending machines are being sanitized regularly.
Packages delivered by USPS can be forwarded to another address without additional cost. UPS or other mail carriers will be returned to the sender after a certain number of days. Please refer to the Mail Services website for contact details if you would need a a USPS pakcage forwarded.
Yes, we have added a mail forwarding services form on the University Services website for students who want to forward their mail.
We will continue to follow USPS guidelines and restrictions for domestic and international incoming and outgoing mail processing. Official USPS notifications will be posted on the Mail Services website as they are.
To ensure that all students have access to their course materials amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, we're partnering with the publishing community to provide you with up to 10 free eBooks from participating publishers. To Access TAMUCC Bookstore’s ebook app to obtain up to ten free ebooks until May 25, 2020, go to https://www.bkstr.com/texasamcorpuschrististore. Click here for step-by-step instructions.
Visit the Rental textbook website, login to your account, and follow the instructions.
Specific information about textbook rental policies and processes, visit the Campus Store FAQ website.
Yes, visit the Campus Store website.
University Services provides a variety of services to enhance campus life for all Islanders - Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. During this stressful time, we want you to know we are available to serve you. Please contact us if you have any questions, we are here to help you!
Contact University Services at (361) 825-5710 (University.services@tamucc.edu)
The Health Center is currently appointment only in order to minimize the spread of illness on campus.
Yes. All residents may continue to remain living on campus. In an effort to limit person-to-person exposure and do our part for our local and regional community, our preferred communication is via phone calls and emails.
We are able to do a FaceTime tour. You can also visit the Islander Housing website for more information about leasing with Islander Housing.
Yes. Islander Housing has closed certain amenities to limit person-to-person exposure, but Islander Housing is your home and you may stay here. We continue to recommend that students take necessary precautions as outlined on the CDC website.
Yes. You would need to make arrangements with the community that you plan on residing at if you have a fall lease and would like to return to campus for summer classes. If you have been approved to receive the COVID-19 housing credit and move back prior to August, then your credit will be reduced to a pro-rated amount depending on when you move in. Contact Islander Housing if you have further questions.
To reduce person-to-person exposure, our maintenance staff is only completing emergency work orders. If your work order is not considered an emergency, our maintenance team will wait to complete it.
What is an emergency work order?
If you are experiencing a leak, electrical, and/or safety issue these will be considered an emergency.
The University and Islander Housing have created an option for students wishing to return home while continuing classes online. Residents will find details in their Islander email. The instructions were sent on March 25. If unable to locate the email, reach out to Miramar or Momentum Village directly and they will send the information to you a second time. Contact information for each property can be found here on the Islander Housing website.
Yes, please visit www.IslanderHousing.com to apply online! Also follow our social media platforms for upcoming promotions and giveaways!
While we regularly clean all common areas, Islander Housing has increased the number of times all amenities are being cleaned. To prevent students from meeting in large groups, Islander Housing has also closed certain amenities like the gym, recreation centers, & study lounges within the housing communities. Housing laundry facilities remain open. We will still have On-Call staff available for emergencies.
At this time, the CDC and the City of Corpus Christi are requesting suspension of any and all gatherings over 10 people. The University is complying fully with that recommendation and will comply fully with any future recommendations. As a result, if you have scheduled an event between now and the end of the semester with an estimated attendance of 10 or more people, please coordinate with your supervisor or advisor to cancel or postpone that event.
In an abundance of caution, it may be prudent to cancel or postpone any event that is not mission critical and has more than 10 participants. However, before making that decision, please consider utilizing one of the virtual options that are available to you. For additional resources, go to https://it.tamucc.edu/remotework/
COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus, which can cause illness in humans and animals. Those who have become sick are reported to develop cough, fever, breathing difficulties and tiredness. In severe cases, organ failure has been reported.
Medical experts across the globe are rushing to find a cure. However, there is not one at this time. The disease is viral, which means antibiotics will not help; the antiviral drugs that work against the flu do not work against coronavirus. Those with a weak immune system and those who already are sick are urged to be especially cautious.
The CDC says people are thought to be most contagious when they are most symptomatic - the sickest. Still, it is possible to spread the disease before showing symptoms, so a person can feel fine and still have it, just as with other viruses. Such cases have been reported, but are not thought to be the main way it spreads.
The WHO recommends staying six feet away from a person who is sick. The main way this disease spreads is through respiratory droplets expelled by someone who is coughing. The risk of catching it from someone with no symptoms at all is very low.
Stay educated on the disease by reading the CDC website. Most people who become infected experience a mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others.
Take care of yourself by doing the following:
The WHO suggests people with no respiratory symptoms, such as a cough, do not need to wear a medical mask, but those who do have symptoms of COVID-19 and those caring for individuals who have symptoms (coughing, sneezing) should wear a mask.
The Texas Health and Human Services said the risk for all Texans, including those in and around Corpus Christi remains low. Continue to avoid close contact with people who are sick; avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth; stay home when you are sick; cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash; avoid shaking hands; clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Keep checking the University 's Coronavirus webpage, along with the following:
The custodial and janitorial staff are enhancing its disinfecting and cleaning practices across campus and is paying particular attention to high-touch fixtures and high traffic areas such as door knobs, light switches, hand rails and more. They are monitoring soap and hand sanitizer dispensers and refilling more frequently.
In addition, flyers and posters are posted across campus to provide proper hand washing and other safety instructions.
Campus events are canceled until further notice.
If a case of Coronavirus is confirmed, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) protocols will be followed. Those who have had close contact with the patient will be contacted and monitored by the Nueces County Health District.
If you are not experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 and are asked to self-isolate after returning from a country listed on the CDC 's COVID-19 travel advisories page as Level 3, you should stay off campus and remain home.
Do not go to campus including work, residence halls and apartments, classes, athletic events or other social gatherings until 14 days after leaving the Level 3 country in question. Likewise, avoid public places and gatherings in the community.
Please follow these guidelines for self-isolation:
Contact the Office of Student Engagement & Success at 361.825.2612 or via email at seas@tamucc.edu. Once your situation is verified, the Office of Student Engagement & Success will notify faculty of the extended absence. This notification does not excuse the absence; it serves as a courtesy notification regarding your situation. Decisions related to missed coursework, assignments, tests and absences will be left up to the individual faculty member. You will be given information on how to contact your faculty.
You should immediately contact the Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District at 361.826.7200. They will provide instructions on seeking medical care.
After contacting medical providers, please contact the Office of Student Engagement & Success at 361.825.2612 or via email at seas@tamucc.edu in regards to arrangements related to your classes. Decisions regarding your coursework will need to be determined based on individual circumstances.
Yes, housing is still open. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep residents apprised of any changes.
As a precaution, the A&M System has halted all university travel outside of the United States from March 16 through May 31. Domestic travel is restricted to mission critical trips. Additional decisions about international travel beyond May 31 may be forthcoming.
The CDC has established geographic risk-stratification criteria for the purpose of issuing travel health notices for countries with COVID-19 transmission and guiding public health management decisions for people with potential travel-related exposures to COVID-19. A number of factors inform the geographic risk stratification, including size, geographic distribution and epidemiology of the outbreak. View a risk assessment map.
For up-to-date health notices, visit the CDC and U.S. State Department websites.
A&M System is requiring students, faculty, staff and visitors traveling from countries, even if on personal time, with risk levels of 2 and 3, as designated by the CDC, to self-isolate for a 14-day period before returning to school or work. If you were in a country with a COVID-19 outbreak and have felt sick with fever, a cough or difficulty breathing, within 14 days after you left, you should do the following:
If you travel on personal time and either become exposed to COVID-19 or traveled through an area that is on the CDC Level 2 or greater risk country, you may be able to work remotely with required approvals. If working remotely is not possible, and if you are a leave eligible employee, you may use vacation, earned compensatory time, or leave without pay. Use of sick time is not allowed unless you are ill.
The first option is to work remotely. If this is not possible, and you traveled on university business and the location you visited was designated at a Level 2 or 3 on March 6, 2020, emergency leave will be granted for 14 days. Should you become ill during the 14 days, you will be required to use sick or other available paid leave. If the travel is not work required and working remotely is not possible then you may use vacation, earned compensatory time, or leave without pay. Use of sick time is not allowed unless you are ill.
Yes. Please remember to use the travel portal to register any international travel you took recently or plan to take. The registration is requested for both personal and university business travel before leaving or immediately upon return. This information is important as we plan for different scenarios that could arise and is not intended to be used for any other purpose. If you have knowledge that someone has recently traveled to a country on the CDC's risk level 2 or 3 list, please encourage them to report their travel.
As a precaution, the A&M System has halted all university travel outside of the United States from March 16 through May 31st. Domestic travel is restricted to mission critical trips. Additional decisions about travel beyond May 31st may be forthcoming. Students, faculty and staff currently traveling abroad or returning from travel abroad prior to the ban should follow the CDC guidelines for self-isolation if needed. As a reminder, the A&M system requires students, faculty, staff and visitors traveling from foreign countries designated by the CDC as risk level 2 or 3 to self-isolate for a 14-day period. This applies regardless of whether the travel was personal or business-related.
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This document will be updated regularly with the latest information available.
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