Sunday, March 1, 2020

The University of Iowa canceled the CIMBA program in Italy after the CDC raised their warning for Italy to a Level 3-Avoid Nonessential Travel on Friday, Feb. 28.

The below follow up email was sent to CIMBA students on Sunday, March 1, 2020.

Dear Student (leaving their host nation),

As you formalize your plans to return home, we wanted to ensure you have the necessary information to guide decisions related to your academics as well as personal health and well-being.

Academics

The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business and the Office of the Provost will work to ensure that students can complete their coursework and earn full academic credit for the Spring 2020 semester. Classes will be suspended temporarily as individual instructors determine how best to complete the semester’s instruction. A detailed plan for the continuation of classes will be forthcoming and emailed to you.

Health Care

If you feel sick with a fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, or if you have been in contact with someone with confirmed 2019 Novel Coronavirus, please contact your local healthcare provider right away. If you are a University of Iowa student, please call the Student Health Nurseline (319-335-9704) or your local healthcare provider. After hours and on weekends, call the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Integrated Call Center at 319-384-8442 or toll free 800-777-8442 or your local healthcare provider.

It is important to know that your privacy will be maintained by your provider.

The CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces by using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content.

While currently there are no restrictions on travelers returning to the U.S. from your area, individuals have found information from the CDC to be helpful if they personally make a decision to limit contact. Please keep in mind that this situation is changing daily and it is important that you check public health and travel resources frequently.

In addition to your physical health you may have mental health concerns following your return to the US. Please know there are resources and supports available to help you. If you find yourself in need of help, please reach out to local resources. For Iowa students, campus resources are listed below:

Sincerely,

Amy Kristof-Brown, Interim Dean
Tippie College of Business