No Graduation Ceremonies with the University of Iowa in May

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IOWA CITY, Iowa (KWWL) - The University of Iowa announced Wednesday it's committing to online classes for the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester to reduce the risk of spreading the COVID-19 virus.

The university had previously planned for two weeks of online classes following this week's spring break. A Wednesday press release also says the university plans to close most of its residence and dining halls starting Thursday to keep students safe.


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Many of the changes we implement will be difficult and may leave some disappointed, but our chief responsibility is to the health and safety of the University of Iowa and Johnson County communities. Thank you for your patience, and for all of your efforts in this difficult time.


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The university says it will work to accommodate students who cannot immediately move out of their on-campus housing.
The university also announced it's cancelling spring commencement ceremonies to "protect individuals most vulnerable to the threat."

 

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"Howdy kids near ground zero of a localized outbreak in Iowa City - good news, we're closing the dorms so you can go back to live with your grandparents in Elk Grove Village. Have a good day!"

 

[homes]

"Howdy kids near ground zero of a localized outbreak in Iowa City - good news, we're closing the dorms so you can go back to live with your grandparents in Elk Grove Village. Have a good day!"

"And all you adventuresome sorts returning from Spring Break, where we're confident good social distancing was followed."