KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS

DATE: August 5, 2020

SUBJECT: Fall 2020 Campus Reopening Update

FROM: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

ACTION ITEM: NO

BACKGROUND: On March 3, 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic was declared. Since that time Kentucky State University has managed campus operations using a hybrid of in-person essential activities and telecommuting. All courses were moved on-line for the conclusion of the academic session and residence halls were vacated. The campus continues to monitor the landscape regarding Fall 2020 and beyond.

SUMMARY OF PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES: Kentucky State University will operate with:

• Normal Start Date – Residential students will populate the campus in accordance to public health guidelines and recommendations for social distancing, temparture/wellness checks and stockpiling of personal protective equipment.
• Earlier End Date – On-campus instruction will end on November 20th. No classes will be held November 23rd – November 27th. Classes will resume virtually on November 30th and will be held via remote instruction only.
• Virtual with Residency – Students will return in residence and pursue coursework virtually. This will allow campus auxiliaries and activities to continue while limiting large clusters in compact classrooms.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC GOALS:

Goal 1: Enhance Student Enrollment, Improve Student Life and Engagement, and Improve Student Advising and Career Development.

Goal 2: Achieve Academic Excellence Across all Programs and Colleges, Increase Student General Education Skills, Degree Persistence, Career Readiness and Graduation Rates.

Goal 3: Increase the University's Financial Strength and Operational Efficiency.

Goal 4: Enhance the Impact of External Relations and Development.