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Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students,
In preparation for summer at Kish, below are some campus updates.
Beginning Monday, May 23:
Building hours for Summer are available here.
The College continues to be mask-optional in open, common areas on campus. For Summer 2022, masks may be required in classrooms and faculty offices by individual faculty members.
Faculty, staff and students with COVID-19 symptoms or positive results should continue to report through the online COVID-19 form.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work to meet the needs of our campus community.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students,
Under new guidance from the State of Illinois, beginning Monday, February 28, Kishwaukee College will go to “mask-optional” in open, common areas on campus. However, masks will continue to be required in the following areas:
At this time, there is no change to the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly COVID-19 testing for faculty, staff and students on college campuses.
We will continue to update the campus community as guidance from public health officials and the State of Illinois evolves.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
Welcome to the spring semester at Kish, which starts on Tuesday, January 18. Due to the changing nature of COVID-19, be sure to check your student email regularly for updates on classes and the College’s COVID-19 procedures.
The College is complying with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly COVID-19 testing for faculty, staff and students on college campuses. Students need a green access pass in CLEARED4, the College’s partner for scan entry verification, to enter.
If you attended Kish in the Fall 2021 semester and provided verification for on-campus access, you do not need to re-submit for this semester. For new students, an email from CLEARED4 has been sent to your Kish email with further information.
Vaccination verification can be uploaded through CLEARED4. Instructions for how to upload your verification are available here. Status will be updated within 24 business hours.
Free on-site Shield COVID-19 testing is available for students who need to complete weekly testing. The Shield testing site is located through Door 6. Hours and testing information are available here.
What to expect the week of January 18:
If you have questions, please visit the COVID-19 webpage.
We sincerely appreciate your cooperation in complying with the Governor’s mandated Executive Order. We’re glad you’re here!
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
As we continue to navigate the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, thank you for choosing Kishwaukee College and continuing your educational journey with us. We’re glad you’re here.
Registration for Spring 2022 is now open. Classes are available in five formats to provide students with flexibility in planning their schedule. For more information on course formats and the schedule of classes, visit the Course Search webpage.
Free Support Services for Spring 2022. To help with the financial challenges of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the College is providing the following FREE support services to students enrolled in credit courses for the Spring 2022 semester:
For more information, visit the Spring Registration webpage.
We know that this time of the semester can be difficult, with wrapping up your fall classes and coursework. We are here to support you — from academics to mental health. Your assigned academic advisor is a key resource to help you navigate questions or challenges you may experience as a student. Please reach out by phone, 815-825-9375, or by email, advising@kish.edu.
Take care and be safe.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
Starting Monday, November 1, 2021, access to the College campus will be restricted to comply with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly COVID-19 testing for faculty, staff and students on college campuses. This is the first week that students will be required to have a green access pass in CLEARED4 to enter Kish facilities. Instructions on CLEARED4 are available here.
What to expect the week of November 1:
Individuals completing weekly SHIELD testing should not eat, drink (including water), chew gum, smoke, or use tobacco products within 60 minutes of providing a saliva sample. Doing any of these things within 60 minutes of providing a sample could produce an inconclusive result and require the individual to re-test. Test results will be posted within 24-48 hours in the patient portal and uploaded into CLEARED4.
Thank you for your continued cooperation with implementation of the Governor’s Executive Order.
If you have questions, please visit the COVID-19 webpage.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Kish Community:
As we implement the Governor’s Executive Order on COVID-19 vaccination or testing mandate on our campus, starting Monday, October 25, 2021, we will begin restricting access to campus facilities and offering on-site COVID-19 SHIELD saliva testing to all faculty, staff and students who have not provided proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Access to the main building will be restricted to the following doors and times:
Day | Hours |
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Monday-Thursday | 7:30 am-5 pm |
Friday | 7:30 am-4 pm |
Day | Hours |
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Monday-Thursday | 7:30 am-6:30 pm |
Friday | 7:30 am-2 pm |
Day | Hours |
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Monday & Thursday | 7:30 am-6:30 pm |
Tuesday & Wednesday | 7:15 am-6:30 pm |
Friday | 7:30 am-2 pm |
*Hours are subject to change and will posted on the Contact Us Webpage.
What to expect the week of October 25:
For more information, visit the COVID-19 on-site testing webpage.
Starting Monday, November 1, campus access will be restricted to those who are compliant with the COVID-19 vaccination or weekly testing mandate. This is the first day faculty, staff and students must have the green access pass in CLEARED4 to enter Kish facilities.
Please be patient with entry checkers, who are valued members of the Kish team, and allow for extra time to get into the building the first few days.
If you have questions, please email:
Employees: kishhr@kish.edu
Students: covid@kish.edu
Thank you for your cooperation in the process of fully implementing the Governor’s Executive Order. Please note this plan is subject to change.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Kish Community:
The Kishwaukee College COVID-19 Response Team continues to work on the implementation of the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly testing for faculty, staff and students on college campuses.
During the week of October 18, we are planning to begin offering limited COVID-19 Shield saliva testing at Kishwaukee College. Our priority during this initial testing week will be for students who are currently participating in college athletics or who have course requirements at off-campus clinical sites. Individuals who fall into these groups will receive a separate email with additional information. If we are also able to offer on-campus testing to all staff and students, we will send an additional communication.
Due to unforeseen delays, we will begin restricting access to campus facilities on Monday, October 25, and offering COVID-19 Shield saliva testing to faculty, staff and students who have not provided proof of vaccination. Proof of vaccination can still be submitted through the secure online system.
Additional details will be shared by October 25. This plan is subject to change as we continue to work with external partners to get on-campus testing and verification systems in place.
If you have questions, please email:
Employees: kishhr@kish.edu
Students: covid@kish.edu
Thank you for your understanding as we work on implementation of the Executive Order.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
The Kishwaukee College COVID-19 Response Team is actively working towards compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly COVID-19 testing for students and staff on college campuses.
We are planning to begin weekly onsite testing for unvaccinated students and staff the week of October 18. Students attending in-person courses on the Kish campus have the option of getting a COVID-19 vaccine OR complete weekly COVID-19 testing to be on campus.
Here is what you can expect:
Additional details will be shared by October 18. This plan is subject to change.
All members of our campus community are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated if possible. Students with an on-campus class this fall that have turned in proof of vaccination is at 25%. Proof of vaccination can be submitted through the secure online system.
We are committed to providing the support students need to complete the Fall 2021 semester. For additional question, or to discuss learning options for the remainder of this semester, please email covid@kish.edu.
Thank you for choosing Kish.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Faculty & Staff,
The Kishwaukee College COVID-19 Response Team is actively working towards compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine OR weekly COVID-19 testing for students and staff on college campuses.
We are planning to begin weekly onsite testing for unvaccinated students and staff the week of October 18. Employees with an on-campus assignment or teaching in-person, have the option of getting a COVID-19 vaccine OR complete weekly COVID-19 testing to be on campus.
Here is what you can expect the week of October 18:
Additional details will be shared by October 18. This plan is subject to change.
All members of our campus community are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated if possible. Employees with an on-campus assignment this fall that have turned in proof of vaccination is at 73%. Proof of vaccination can be submitted through the secure online system.
If you have additional question, please reach out to Human Resources at kishhr@kish.edu.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
Kishwaukee College is now distributing American Rescue Plan (ARP) federal funds to students. These funds provide economic assistance directly to students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students enrolled in fall courses as of Monday, September 13, 2021, will receive a financial disbursement on Friday, October 8. The FAQs at the link below will help you determine the amount you will be receiving.
If you have signed up for direct deposit, your disbursement will be deposited directly into your account. If you have not previously signed up for direct deposit, your disbursement will be mailed to your permanent address on file with the College.
For more information, please review the ARP FAQs on the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding webpage.
If you have questions not answered by the FAQs, please email onestop@kish.edu.
Thank you for choosing Kish.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Faculty & Staff,
Kishwaukee College continues to work towards compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires all employees with an on-campus assignment or teaching in-person to have either a COVID-19 vaccine OR proof of weekly testing to be on campus.
While the mandate goes into effect September 19, until Kish has established and implemented a process to provide weekly onsite COVID-19 testing, we will not be requiring weekly testing.
All employees should continue following current COVID-19 protocols and mask guidelines. We will provide additional information regarding Kish onsite testing as we finalize our procedures.
We understand this is a challenging time. Thank you for all you are doing to help us navigate COVID-19, and continue to focus on our organizational mission of providing a quality education.
If you have additional question, please review the frequently asked questions available on the employee COVID-19 FAQ webpage, or email kishhr@kish.edu.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
Kishwaukee College continues to work towards compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order that requires all students attending in-person classes to have either a COVID-19 vaccine OR proof of weekly testing to be on campus.
While the mandate goes into effect September 19, until Kish has established and implemented a process to provide weekly onsite COVID-19 testing, we will not be requiring weekly testing.
All students should continue attending classes following current COVID-19 protocols and mask guidelines. We will provide additional information regarding Kish onsite testing as we finalize our testing procedures.
Students participating in College sponsored athletics or who have course requirements at off-campus clinical sites, weekly testing may be required starting September 20 to continue in these activities. Students who fall into these groups will receive a separate email with additional information.
We understand this is a challenging time for students. The College’s mission to improve lives through quality, affordable education is supported by our ability to assist students inside and outside of the classroom. While we work towards meeting the Governor’s mandate, we are committed to providing the support students need to complete the Fall 2021 semester given the new requirement.
If you have additional questions, please review the frequently asked questions available on the student COVID-19 FAQ webpage, or email covid@kish.edu.
Thank you for choosing Kish.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Students,
On Friday, September 3, Governor Pritzker signed a revised Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine for all students and staff on College campuses by Sunday, September 19. Kish is working to meet the State’s mandate that we are required to follow while respecting members of our campus community. Students attending in-person courses on the Kish campus have the option of getting a COVID-19 vaccine OR providing a weekly negative COVID-19 test to be on campus.
As a first step, vaccinated students attending an in-person class on the Kish campus are asked to upload a copy of their vaccination documentation by Sunday, September 19. Secure submission of vaccination documentation is available online here. Documentation may include vaccination card, documentation from a health care provider, or state immunization record from IDPH Immunization Record portal.
Students attending an in-person class who choose to not be vaccinated, are unable to be vaccinated, or fail to provide verification of vaccination will need to complete weekly COVID-19 testing per the executive order. Additional details will be provided on this process following the College’s September 19 deadline for proof of vaccination.
We are strongly encouraging all members of our campus community to be vaccinated if possible in order to help ease the critical health crisis in the State and county due to the aggressive Delta Variant. Local vaccination site information is available at vaccines.gov.
We understand that this involves difficult personal decisions with varying views on vaccination and testing. For those that want to discuss learning options for the remainder of this semester, please email covid@kish.edu.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Faculty & Staff,
On Friday, September 3, Governor Pritzker signed a revised Executive Order that requires a COVID-19 vaccine for all students and staff on College campuses by Sunday, September 19. Kish is working to meet the State’s mandate that we are required to follow while respecting members of our campus community. Employees with an on-campus assignment or teaching in-person have the option of getting a COVID-19 vaccine OR providing a weekly negative COVID-19 test to be on campus.
As a first step, vaccinated employees working at any on-campus or Kish facility are asked to upload a copy of their vaccination documentation by Sunday, September 19. Secure submission of vaccination documentation is available online here. Documentation may include vaccination card, documentation from a health care provider, or state immunization record from IDPH Immunization Record portal.
Employees working at any on-campus or Kish facility who choose to not be vaccinated, are unable to be vaccinated, or fail to provide verification of vaccination will need to complete weekly COVID-19 testing per the executive order. Additional details will be provided on this process following the College’s September 19 deadline for proof of vaccination.
We are strongly encouraging all members of our campus community to be vaccinated if possible in order to help ease the critical health crisis in the State and county due to the aggressive Delta Variant. Local vaccination site information is available at vaccines.gov.
We understand that this involves difficult personal decisions with varying views on vaccination and testing. Please reach out to Human Resources at kishhr@kish.edu with questions.
Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D
President
Dear Kish Community,
Governor Pritzker announced today, Thursday, August 26, a mask and vaccine mandate for employees and students in higher education settings. Attached is the full press release. We are actively working on next steps, with guidance from the Illinois Board of Higher Education and Illinois Community College Board. The health and safety of our campus community remains a top priority as we continue the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Further information will be available the week of August 30.
Take care and be safe.
Dear Campus Community,
The landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic is ever changing. As of today, DeKalb County has moved into an area with “substantial spread.” Based on this and new guidance from IDPH and the CDC, as of Monday, August 2, 2021, we will return to requiring all individuals on campus to wear masks, whether vaccinated or not, while indoors.
Employees are required to wear a cloth/disposable face covering and any other necessary PPE equipment while at work in areas where they may come in contact with other employees. Employees in positions with frequent person-to-person contact are required to wear cloth/disposable face coverings at all times. If you are in your office/desk space alone, you may remove your mask if you can maintain the 6-foot social distancing guideline. If you have a medical condition that restricts you from wearing a cloth/disposable face covering, please speak with Human Resources.
While a vaccine is not required by the College at this time, we are strongly encouraging all members of our campus community to receive the vaccine to help control the spread of the virus.
We will continue to provide quality services and instruction in a safe environment. Thank you for all that you do.
Dear Students,
Thank you for continuing your college education at Kishwaukee College, especially during these challenging times. As we wrap up another academic year, I wanted to share a few final updates.
The Spring semester ends on May 21. If you have course materials that need to be returned to campus, you may do so in-person in the Student Center, the following dates:
Materials to return include:
For more information, visit the Course Materials webpage.
Registration for Summer & Fall is currently in progress. The Summer 2021 semester begins June 1 and the College will be providing FREE textbooks through the expanded textbook loan program. For more information visit our Summer Registration page.
Congratulations to our graduates. A virtual Spring 2021 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 22 at 10 am.
Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you soon.
#KishProud
Dear Students,
Please see the latest information below from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) about encouraging students to receive the COVID-19 Vaccinations.
Dear Students,
Kishwaukee College is looking forward to safely opening more of our campus to students and visitors in the near future.
Beginning Monday, April 12th, anyone age 16 and over is eligible state-wide to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. While a vaccine is not required by the College at this time, we are strongly encouraging all members of our campus community to receive the vaccine to help control the spread of the virus and continue on the path of a full re-opening.
To schedule an appointment to receive the vaccine, visit your local health department website or search the provider locations on the State of Illinois Coronavirus Response Vaccination Location webpage.
The College will continue to follow all Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) mandates regarding sanitation, face coverings, and social distancing.
Thank you for choosing Kish.
Dear Students,
Welcome to the spring semester at Kishwaukee College. Thank you for continuing your education with us. The College is dedicated to helping you achieve academic success and your educational goals.
While the campus is open, procedures for entering the building, services being offered in-person, and hours of operation have been modified. Students on campus for any reason- attending class, utilizing campus resources, or studying/ using internet services- must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Please visit the COVID-19 Student Resources Page for more information on what to do prior to coming to and while on campus. The Contact Us webpage has up to date information on services available and office hours. Be sure to note the limited entrances open to gain access to campus. The health and safety of our campus community continues to be our number one priority.
As you begin to prepare for the spring semester, having the required course materials and technology is important to your success. The College has several resources available to you to support these needs, including the Bookstore, Textbook Loan Program, the Library, and our Chromebook/Laptop loan program. The information on obtaining course materials for spring, please visit the Course Materials Pick-Up webpage.
If you are registered for BIO 105, BIO 202, BIO 213, BIO 258, BIO 259, CHE 111, CHE 210, or CHE 211 you will or have received an email regarding the microscope and/or material kit required for these courses. For this semester, these materials are being provided at no added cost to students enrolled. If you have questions, please email officeofinstruction@kish.edu.
As a reminder, we have made several changes to the tuition payment process for Spring 2021. Students will not be dropped from courses for non-payment, however:
This spring semester begins January 19. Please continue to reach out to your academic advisor or counselor with any questions regarding your spring schedule or any other questions.
Thank you for choosing Kish. Take care and be safe.
#KishProud
Dear Students,
Covid-19 cases are increasing in our region and state. Please help keep our College community healthy and safe by following the recommended guidelines:
After the Thanksgiving holiday there will be a change to College operations. Beginning Monday, November 30, the Campus will remain open during the current published hours on the Contact Us webpage with doors being staffed to accommodate in-person classes. Campus offices will be closed and support services will transition to remote services only. This change will continue to help us reduce the number of individuals on campus following the holiday break, when people tend to participate in gatherings. The Contact Us page on the website will be the most up to date place for individual department contact information. We will continue providing the majority of our services remotely through the end of 2020.
The Fall semester ends on December 11. A plan for returning course materials will be shared in November. A virtual commencement ceremony will be held for our graduates.
Spring 2021. Courses for the spring semester will be offered in a format similar to fall, with the addition of a few math and science classes having some on-campus, face to face instruction. Registration for spring opens online, Monday, November 2 at 6 am. For more information on the spring semester visit www.kish.edu/spring.
Thank you for choosing Kish.
#KishProud
Dear Students,
On August 3rd, Kish opened the doors of the College to the public for the first time since March 19th, as we prepare for the Fall 2020 semester. The staff and faculty have been working hard this summer preparing for fall at Kish. The health and safety of our campus community continues to be our number one priority.
While the campus is open, procedures for entering the building, services being offered in-person, and hours of operation have been modified. Students on campus for any reason – attending class, utilizing campus resources, or studying / using internet services – must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Please visit the COVID-19 Student Resources Page for information on what to do prior to coming to and while on campus and the Contact Us webpage for information on services available and their hours. Be sure to note the limited entrances open to gain access to campus.
As you begin to prepare for the fall semester, having the required course materials and technology is important to your success. The College has several resources available to you to support these needs, including the Bookstore, Textbook Loan Program, the Library, and our Chromebook/Laptop loan program. For information on obtaining course materials for fall, please visit the Fall 2020 Course Material webpage.
If you are registered for BIO 105, BIO 201, BIO 213, CHE 111, CHE 210, or CHE 211 you will or have received an email regarding the microscope and/or material kit required for these courses. For this semester, these materials are being provided at no added cost to students enrolled. If you have questions, please email officeofinstruction@kish.edu.
As a reminder, we have made several changes to the tuition due date process for Fall 2020:
The fall semester begins August 17. Please continue to reach out to your academic advisor or counselor with any questions regarding your fall schedule or any other questions.
Thank you for choosing Kish. Take care and be safe.
#KishProud
Dear Students,
Beginning Monday, August 3, the College will resume limited on-campus services as we prepare for the Fall 2020 semester. As we start to have more people physically on campus, the health and safety of our campus community is of utmost importance. We have put together a video for the College community regarding what the Fall semester will look like at Kish. Watch now.
Limited services, with reduced hours, will be available on campus. Students are encouraged to continue utilizing online resources, including the Library, Bookstore, Academic Advising, registration, and the Business Office. For a list of offices and services available on campus, visit the Contact Us & Campus Hours webpage.
Information on what students need to do before and while on campus can be found on the Return to Campus, Resources for Students webpage. Please review carefully. Prior to coming to campus, students are required to review the “Student Daily Self-Screening” form. Students on campus for any reason – attending class, utilizing campus resources, or studying / using internet services – must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. All students must enter the College through the main entrance (door #6). Alternate doors will be open for evening classes and those held in the Caukin Building (listed on Contact Us webpage). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available throughout the College.
We have made several changes to the tuition due date process for Fall 2020:
Additional information regarding the College’s response to COVID-19 is available online. This is the College’s plan as of July 2020. As the COVID-19 virus continues to change, College operations will be modified to respond.
Take care and be safe.
#KishProud
Dear Colleagues,
Illinois moved into Phase 4 of Gov. Pritzker's reopening plan on June 26. The latest data shows that Illinois has made significant progress in slowing the spread of COVID-19. This is hopeful news for continued reduction in cases and an increased likelihood that we can remain safe in our return to campus by following issued guidelines.
The campus "re-entry plan" will be finalized soon and shared with you the week of July 6. Guidelines provided by the Illinois Community College Board, the CDC and the Illinois Department of Public Health were taken into account. The draft plan involved the input from different employment groups. KCSS, faculty representatives and supervisors are giving their input on the draft plan. We look forward to sharing the finalized plan next week.
I'd like to wish everyone a Happy 4th of July. It's a time to celebrate our freedoms and continue to ensure the same is true for all people. As an institution, we are committed to a sustainable culture of equity. We work to make an education attainable to all learners and alleviate barriers to completion. Thank you for helping make this possible for our students.
Enjoy your shortened week and stay safe.
#KishProud
Dear Students,
You made it to the last week of classes. It's hard to believe the end of the semester is here. The world looks nothing like it did when you began the semester in January. Be proud of making it to this point- in school, work, and life. You faced unique challenges and adjusted to the circumstances. Congratulations.
Speaking of congratulations, some of you are graduating! We had planned on holding a commencement ceremony in August, but currently we do not anticipate being able to hold a large gathering on campus this summer. While all graduates will be invited to walk in the December 2020 commencement ceremony, we are also planning a "virtual celebration" for the spring 2020 graduates. Those of you who have applied for graduation will be receiving an email to your Kish email account with the details of this virtual celebration in the coming week.
The federal government passed the CARES Act, which allocates emergency relief funding for eligible college students to address the pressing needs due to the disruption of campus operations. The College has received this funding and plans to disburse the money to students this week. The guidance from the Department of Education regarding which students are eligible for the funding and how colleges should distribute the money to students has been continually changing. We are going to act on the guidance we have today and get the money out to eligible students as quickly as possible. Please watch your email over the next couple of days for additional information.
In an effort to reduce some of the pressure of changes to course delivery during Spring 2020, Kishwaukee College adopted a Pass/Unsatisfactory grade option. The form to apply for a Pass/Unsatisfactory grade option is no available on the COVID-19 Student Resources page, under the Pass/Unsatisfactory Grade tab. Students will need to meet with their assigned academic advisor or counselor to discuss the grade change request by May 23rd.
As the end of this school year draws near, I know many of us are wondering what life after COVID-19 will be like. We know it will be different, but life will still go on. I hope you are able to take some time to reflect on positive aspects of your life during this time. We still need to plan for the future. Goals may need to be adjusted, but should still be a part of your future planning. You still can accomplish what you've set out to do. Live your life looking forward.
We're in this together and we're here for you. Thank you for being a student at Kishwaukee College.
#KishProud
Welcome back from Spring Break, and welcome to the start of our "new normal" of teaching and working remotely.
This is a new experience for all of us, and with all new experiences, we will have some great "ah-ha" moments, and some "bumps". I ask that you be patient and kind to each other as we navigate the world of fully online education together.
We recognize how difficult it may be to work from home. Many of you have children and family obligations. Faculty and Staff may continue to use sick, personal, or vacation time if they are not feeling well or want to take time off. Attached is information on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act related to COVID-19. No one will lose pay during this time. If you need additional resources to support your work at home, please talk with your supervisor. Information on stipends for home internet and other expenses related to working from home is forthcoming for the various employment groups.
Below is the message students are receiving today. Faculty will be contacting students with course expectations, and all instructional support and student services are "open" online.
Our priority is to help our students successfully complete this semester, and then our next focus will be on summer/fall enrollment, which opens on April 6th. The College has Chromebooks available for student checkout, and the foundation is providing support for internet and other student financial needs. Please refer students with technology or financial needs to their advisor or counselor (advising@kish.edu).
Advisors and Counselors are providing key services. They will continue to help navigate, support, and encourage our learners. Please reach out to them as your partner in helping our students during this time.
We recognize that some courses and programs may need extensions in order to complete spring course requirements. At this time, we are planning for primarily online instruction this summer, comparable to other Illinois Community Colleges. Dr. Kantner and instructional leadership are working on our next steps. Some decisions will be dependent on how long the "shelter in place" and other social distancing requirements remain in effect. We will continue to communicate as more information is provided.
I am motivated and inspired by the passion being displayed by faculty and staff answering the call to serve our students in whatever way possible.
We are asking everyone to do extraordinary things. Thank you for being extraordinary people.
Kishwaukee College continues to closely monitor the global outbreak of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). We will keep our campus community informed as developments occur. To date, we have not identified any cases of infected Kishwaukee College students, faculty or staff. It is important for everyone to remain aware of this public health situation.
As of today, Kishwaukee College Senior Leadership Team and security, in partnership with the DeKalb County Health Department, are working on our continuity of operations plan (COOP) in the event that this outbreak progresses. The draft will be shared for review with key stakeholders. This team will continue to monitor and plan for necessary responses or changes to college operations. UPDATE 3/11: Link to draft plan was added. Please note, plan is fluid and may change as more information becomes available.
As part of the development of the COOP, the team decided to implement the following:
International: Following the guidance of the U.S. Department of State and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Kishwaukee College is suspending all college-sponsored international travel.
Domestic: Nonessential out-of-state travel, including professional development, college-sponsored activities and events, are restricted as of Monday, March 16. We will continue to monitor the situation locally.
The CDC recommends the following to protect yourself and others:
The CDC has valuable information on the following:
Watch the informative video “Get the facts on coronavirus.”
Have questions about coronavirus? Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Phone: 800.889.3931
Email: dph.sick@illinois.gov
If you have questions or concerns specific to health and safety at Kishwaukee College, please submit them through the comments and suggestions form.
The Kishwaukee College Continuing Education department will offer the Fall 2022 Veterinary Assistant program from July 24 through Dec. 16.
Read MoreRecognizing Kishwaukee College's commitment to equity, the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) has recognized Kish with the 2022 Equity and Diversity Award. The honor recognizes the commitment of Kish’s Board of Trustees and leadership to achieve diversity, equity and inclusion in the College's education programs.
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