Safe Learning Message - Spring 2 Eight-Week Term 2021
RESOURCES
- 24/7 access to a health care professionals;
- a designated Ambulatory Community Navigator;
- designated testing and consultation rooms at the MCH Urgent Care facilities on West University Blvd. or 42nd Street; and
- discounted COVID-19 RNA testing ($15 for students – free testing is available for those who qualify).
This partnership will ensure that OC students have direct, 24/7 access to a medical professional. If you are not feeling well, or you would like to schedule a test for COVID-19, please contact our OC CARES partner Medical Center Health System at 432-640-2100 or mchoncall@echd.org.
Odessa College’s COVID-19 protocol includes plans for continued learning while in isolation or quarantine. As such, the college will notify instructors when students test positive or must isolate due to direct exposure. The college is prepared to give students the grace and space needed to recover; however, communication with faculty will be integral to success. Please contact your instructor to plan for continued learning.
June 2, 2020 - Odessa College COVID-19 Phase II Health Protocols go into effect at Odessa College as facilities begin to re-open. See OC COVID Excellence in Education Phase II Protocol for more information.
Effective May 18, 2020: The Odessa College campus and all facilities including the Sports Center and the Children’s Center remain closed, but the college is open and virtual student appointments are available.
April 3, 2020 - In response to continuing orders from national, state, and local government regarding colleges and universities, Odessa College facilities are closed effective midnight Friday, March 20 until further notice. While our facilities may be closed, college operations will continue.
Odessa College has transitioned our students to virtual and remote learning. We have shifted our resources and personnel to support students while they are learning in this new environment.
April 2, 2020 – Odessa College has made the difficult decision to postpone May graduation ceremonies until further notice. READ FULL ANNOUNCEMENT HERE
March 20, 2020 - The Governor issued an executive order to close schools, gyms, bars and restaurants effective midnight Friday, March 21 through midnight Friday, April 3. In response to anticipated clarification regarding colleges and universities, Odessa College is preparing for altered operations of all divisions. While our facilities may be closed, college operations will continue.
Odessa College is well prepared and well positioned to transition students to virtual and remote learning. We will now shift our resources and personnel to support students while they are learning. As such, the college will leverage the Design 4 Completion (D4C) model to build teams of employees to check in and check up on our students – ensuring a strong start to the current term. This case management approach will be integral to student success in this new and ever-changing learning environment.
- Gregory D. Williams, Ed.D.
Odessa College Students and Staff: please ensure you are receiving Wrangler Alert emails and continue monitoring the website as well as college social media for updated information.
The state of Texas, the THECB in coordination with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), has developed an FAQ for Texas institutions of higher education.
- There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, the CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
- Avoid close contact with sick people.
- While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread this way.
- Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub with at least 60% alcohol.
- If you feel sick with fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, and have traveled to China or were in close contact with someone with 2019-nCoV in the 14 days before you began to feel sick, seek medical care. Before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room, call ahead and tell them about your recent travel and your symptoms.
Helpful Links
- 2020 Emergency Pause for Students in Labs
- Information for student athletes from the NJCAA
- Resources for managing anxiety and stress during the Coronavirus outbreak
Cleaning to Prevent the Flu
Other Languages
Handwashing
Overall Information
- https://www.cdc.gov/flu/resource-center/index.htm
- Texas Department of State Health Services Coronavirus Information (Spanish printable info available)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus Information
- World Health Organization Coronavirus Information
- U.S. State Department Travel Advisories