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Positive COVID Cases on the Rise<\/h2>\n

After a month of decreasing numbers, positive COVID cases on campus are rising. This past week\u2019s reporting period, we\u2019ve had 44 new positive cases (up from 14 the week before) and a total of 55 active positive cases. See more details on WSU\u2019s COVID-19 dashboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Despite this week’s increase, Winona State remains within the parameters indicated in Level 2 (Yellow) of our Campus Safety Levels<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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We want to turn the tide back so we can stay together on campus, which means we need every Warrior to do their part.<\/p>\n

Shoutout to Nick, Ola, and Aurea!<\/strong> We\u2019re grateful we can count on you. Learn how to get your free Count on Me sticker<\/a> to show your support.<\/p>\n

Looking for a reason to take the 5 daily actions<\/a>? When you do, you help protect your Warrior classmates<\/strong>, like Everett<\/a>.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Everett Hall ’21” portrait_url=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Everett-Hall-Profile.jpg” admin_label=”Everett Testimonial” _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”]As someone who easily gets pneumonia after contracting a simple cold, it\u2019s important to me that I physically distance myself whenever possible and avoid being indoors with others who may not be wearing a mask.[\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb title=”Grading Changes: Pass\/No Credit ” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Grade Changes Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″]<\/p>\n

New Deadline<\/h3>\n

The deadline to change your grading method has been extended to the last day of the semester<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Not sure if you should make the switch from a letter grade to Pass\/No Credit grades? Here are some pros & cons<\/a> to help weigh your options.<\/p>\n

And as always, you should talk to your faculty advisor or Warrior Success Center advisors<\/a> to get personalized support for your situation.<\/p>\n

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As the pandemic forces us to make tough choices, we are committed to including student input at the decision-making table.<\/p>\n

Take the Spring Break survey<\/a> to let President Olson and university leadership know which of the break options you prefer. You can also share your thoughts with your Student Senate representatives<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Take the Integrated Wellness survey<\/a> to help inform planning decisions for winter and spring, including the Fitness Center, Intramurals and other recreational sports.<\/p>\n

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Get out of the house and out of Winona with these nearby hiking trails<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hiking is a pandemic-friendly way to savor the sunshine and these colorful fall days before we trade our hiking shoes for snow boots. Visit Winona also has a list of hiking and biking trails<\/a> right here in our backyard.<\/p>\n

If you missed the \u201cBlack Panther\u201d movie showing on campus this week, you have a second chance to see it at this Saturday\u2019s Lake Park Drive-In Music & Movies<\/a> at the Band Shell, along with a performance by rapper-dancer-entertainer Nur-D<\/a> from 6pm \u2013 10pm.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, here’s 20 seconds of Winona blufftop views<\/a> by senior Matt Myszewski.<\/p>\n

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In late September, Winona County Emergency Management put out a travel alert advising against travel to La Crosse County<\/strong> for any non-essential leisure activities<\/strong>, like visiting restaurants, bars and non-essential shopping and activities.<\/p>\n

That travel alert remains in effect. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The COVID situation for our neighbors down river in La Crosse \u2013 as well as most of the state of Wisconsin \u2013 continues to be a concern,<\/strong> with the state experiencing rising case numbers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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When life gets stressful, it’s easy to feel unmotivated. WSU Counselor Mick Lynch encourages us to think of motivation as a choice<\/a>, not just a feeling.<\/p>\n

We can choose to do things– simple, small everyday actions– to make our days better. It\u2019s good enough to get dressed in the morning, get to classes and get enough sleep.<\/p>\n

By taking one thing at a time one day at a time<\/strong>, we can get through this pandemic.<\/p>\n

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President Olson provides the weekly COVID-19 Update<\/a> and reminds us what is at stake.<\/p>\n

Provost Newton shares academic announcements, including life after Thanksgiving, and the extension of the deadline to change grading method.<\/p>\n

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Learn More<\/h2>\n