Texas Tech University is taking proactive measures to help limit the coronavirus (COVID-19) risk to the campus community. At this time, there are no confirmed or suspected coronavirus cases among the Texas Tech community, including those who are currently studying and working outside the United States.
As local, national, and global health recommendations shift to reduce the spread of the virus, Texas Tech is taking steps that will help protect the community. The University will adopt the following steps regarding post-spring break classes, university events, campus operations, and additional university resources:
Classes
- Following Spring Break, all classes scheduled for the week of March 23 through 27 are canceled.
- Beginning March 30, classes will resume via online instruction until further notice. Additional details will be shared with you in the coming days but at this time you may want to view the following link that provides information for transition to online courses: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/elearning/remote/. The IT Division has also set up a web page at https://go.ttu.edu/remoteaccess with information to help faculty, staff, and students to continue learning, teaching, and working remotely while utilizing existing technology solutions and software licenses at TTU and TTUS.
- For specific study abroad information, please check the Texas Tech University coronavirus (COVID-19) website for updates or contact the Office of International Affairs. Texas Tech is continuously monitoring the status of our international study abroad programs. For specific study abroad information, please check the Texas Tech University coronavirus website for updates or contact the Office of International Affairs if you have additional questions.
Events
- The Big 12 has cancelled the remainder of the Big 12 Conference Tournament. Baseball for this weekend, March 13-15, has been cancelled as well. At this moment there is no information on March Madness. For any athletic related questions, contact Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt.
Campus Operations
- Campus buildings will remain open, and most campus operations will proceed normally, including student housing, dining services, and support operations.
- Faculty and staff will be on duty as usual, but they should consult with their Chairs and supervisors to determine essential personnel and remote work scenarios in case we need to take more aggressive actions.
- Students may stay on campus during Spring Break. Residence halls will operate as normal. Dining facilities will continue with the services at designated locations. Information on locations and hours of service is posted on their website: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/hospitality/springbreak2020.php.
Additional Resources
- Please regularly check the Texas Tech University coronavirus (COVID-19) website where you can find the latest updates and communications to the University community, including answers to frequently asked questions and office contact information for more specific questions.
It’s understood that implementing these changes with such limited notice will have broad impacts on the community and will present challenges for all of us. It is asked that you remain patient and continue to cooperate during this challenging situation. Please continue to monitor your email and the university website for updates on this evolving situation.
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