[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”][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_image src=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/10\/COVID-19-WSU-Update-Banner-1280.jpg” alt=”COVID-19 Update” title_text=”COVID-19-WSU-Update-Banner-1280″ _builder_version=”4.6.4″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Cases Text” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n
During the past week, 9 new positive cases of COVID-19 were reported (down from 19) for a current total of 22 active positive cases (up from 43).<\/p>\n
The total number of students on- and off-campus who are currently quarantining stands at 51, with those currently isolating at 29.<\/p>\n
The university remains in Level 2 (Yellow) of its Campus Safety Levels<\/a>. See more details on WSU\u2019s COVID-19 dashboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Dial Back Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″]<\/p>\n The Governor of Minnesota enacted \u201cDial Back, Minnesota<\/a>\u201d, a temporary pause of most social activities, in-person dining, sports, and indoor fitness activity<\/strong> in group settings.<\/p>\n This four-week pause will be in place between Nov. 20 – Dec. 18, 2020,<\/strong> and includes the following:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Dial-Back-Infographic-1280.jpg” title_text=”Dial-Back-Infographic-1280″ admin_label=”Dial Back Image” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][\/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=”Message from President Olson & Dr. Denise McDowell” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Olson Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″]<\/p>\n President Olson provides the last weekly COVID-19 Update<\/a>, as it is getting quiet on campus as we approach winter break. Dr. Olson encourages students to use support services to finish the semester strong. <\/span><\/p>\n Special guest, Provost & VP for Academic Affairs Dr. Darrell Newton gives an end-of-semester thank-you to students for doing their part this semester staying diligent and watching out for one another. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yv0oE2nwmw8″ admin_label=”Olson Video” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_blurb title=”Upcoming COVID-19 Forum in January” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”COVID Forum Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″]<\/p>\n There will be an <\/span>All-University COVID-19 Forum on <\/strong>Wednesday, Jan. 6 from 2-3:30pm<\/strong>. <\/span>Get the latest about how WSU is addressing the pandemic in Spring 2021. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This meeting will be recorded and posted on the WSU COVID-19 website<\/a>. Please check this website for regular updates.<\/span> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Join the Zoom Meeting<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n Dial in by phone: <\/span>US: +1 312 626 6799 | Webinar ID: 932 8508 8508<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/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_image src=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Gazebo-2.jpg” alt=”Count on Me Logo” title_text=”On-campus Gazebo with wintertime decorations” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][\/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_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Now: Take Care of Yourself” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Self-Care Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Take some time for self-care as you finish up your finals.<\/p>\n Things like eating healthy<\/a> and getting enough sleep<\/a> will not only help you perform better on your tests and final projects, but it will help keep your immune system strong to help fight off illness when it strikes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Now: Get Tested” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Get Tested Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n If you left for Thanksgiving break, it is recommended to get tested 5-7 days after you return \u2013 which is this weekend Dec. 4\u20136.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are going to return home for winter break, it is recommended to get tested now and again 2-3 days before you leave, around Dec 9-11.<\/strong><\/p>\n Here’s how to get a COVID-19 test<\/strong><\/p>\n If you get tested at an off-campus site, please fill out the self-report form<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Now: Lay Low Before You Go ” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Lay Low Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n As you are packing up your bags, one thing you definitely don\u2019t want to bring home is COVID.<\/p>\n To return home in good health and hopefully virus-free, you should \u201clay low<\/a>\u201d these next few weeks until you travel over Winter Break.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”During Break: Take Advantage of WSU Telehealth Options ” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Telehealth Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Don’t forget about your medical and mental health needs during break!<\/p>\n Health & Wellness Services<\/a> will be opening during winter break, offering telehealth<\/a> and in-person appointments as needed.<\/p>\n We will be conducting COVID-19 testing during break by appointment only. Call 507.457.5160 to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”During Break: Join the COVID Bingo Wellness Challenge ” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”BINGO Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Want to practice self-care during COVID-19 in a fun way? Join the COVID Bingo Wellness Challenge! Psst! We also got prizes for those who play and participate.<\/p>\n Learn how to join the challenge<\/a> and download your BINGO card<\/a> today (PDF).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Over the Holidays: Be Careful About Gathering” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Holidays Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n We are heading into the long haul this winter with temperatures dropping forcing us to move indoors. So, we are facing more limited options to gather safely and keep ourselves entertained and sane over break.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s weather the storm together this holiday season by participating in low-risk activities<\/a>, avoiding large crowds, and gathering safely.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”First Two Weeks of Spring Semester: Return, but Keep it Slow” content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Return Blurb” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The WSU campus just isn\u2019t the same without students, so we want you to return. But we need to start the semester slowly, just like in the fall, so we prevent a huge increase in COVID cases.<\/p>\n In the first two weeks of you return to Winona, don\u2019t plan or attend any large gatherings. There will be virtual activities as well as another round of the COVID Bingo Challenge.<\/p>\n Winona also has a ton of fun winter activities that you could do outside. Snowshoeing, cross country skiing, climbing the ice wall \u2013 the possibilities are endless!<\/p>\n We don\u2019t know what the world will look like come 2021. There is a great potential for additional surges with the holidays \u2013 so we need to count on each other and be careful!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Learn More Text” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\nThe COVID Situation in Winona, Minnesota, & the Midwest is Critical<\/h3>\n
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