Miami suspends face-to-face classes through at least April 12 amid coronavirus concerns

Miami University officials have announced a recall of students studying abroad in China, South Korea and Italy due to outbreaks of coronavirus COVID-19 in those countries. The Butler County school has also announced it will restrict other internationals study programs in the wake of the virus’ global spread. (File Photo/Journal-News)

Miami University officials have announced a recall of students studying abroad in China, South Korea and Italy due to outbreaks of coronavirus COVID-19 in those countries. The Butler County school has also announced it will restrict other internationals study programs in the wake of the virus’ global spread. (File Photo/Journal-News)
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By Staff Report
March 10, 2020
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Miami University is suspending face-to-face classes on all of its U.S. campuses through at least April 12, the school said this afternoon.

The move comes as other colleges and universities in Ohio have made similar moves in response to concerns about the spread of the coronavirus. It also came not long after Gov. Mike DeWine gave updated recommendations for the state, including the need to limit large gatherings, especially indoors.

Click here to read the full message from Miami.

“One of the most effective measures to prevent the spread of the virus is to avoid large group interactions,” Miami President Gregory Crawford wrote in a letter.

“Beginning tomorrow, March 11, 2020, Miami University’s U.S. campuses are suspending all face-to-face instruction in lectures, discussion sections, seminars and other similar classroom settings. Courses will be delivered by remote instruction through at least April 12, 2020.

“We are evaluating laboratory, studio and performance classes and the University will provide more specific guidance later this week. Residence halls, dining halls and all campus services will remain open.”

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