Category: COVID-19

Building Update

At this time all the building doors are locked. I have placed signs on all exterior doors of the building with my contact information on them. Those wishing to get in can call my cell phone, or email me and I can let them in. This includes all mail services still coming to 21NPS. I …

2020 Spring Commencement announcement from Chancellor Blank

The following message was sent to our graduating students this morning, but it is being shared with our faculty and staff here as well. I am writing to tell you that we have made the very difficult decision to postpone our spring commencement ceremonies at Camp Randall and the Kohl Center, due to the COVID-19 …

Divisional Update 3.20.20

All, It has been and active, challenging and diverse week to say the least.  First am hopeful everyone has their health and have been able to start figuring out ways to become familiar with this new normal.  It is likely to be for some number of days, at a minimum. I had a chance to …

Telecommute Equipment

We are in the process of identifying what equipment those who will be working from home may need to check-out to perform their day-to-day duties while working from home. Please note that we are generally not intending to provide new equipment respectful of the ordering demands currently challenging supplies as a result of COVID circumstances.  …

COVID Update

All, As it’s late on a Sunday afternoon and the reaction to COVID-19 concerns are evolving relatively rapidly, I thought it helpful to send a brief update.  It is appearing more and more likely preparation for telecommuting plans are appropriate. The intent would be to conduct operations with as little face-to-face contact as possible.  It …