University updates regarding coronavirus
The University understands and shares the concerns of our campus community regarding novel coronavirus. Measures are being taken to protect our University community, remain vigilant and be prepared. The University continues to release updates.
Questions about the University's response to COVID-19?
Call the University's monitored information line | 775-682-9900
Dear faculty and staff,
We take the coronavirus (COVID-19) spread very seriously and want to update you on what we are doing to ensure the health and safety of our employees and our communities.
Stay safe and be well,
Bill Payne, Dean
Ivory W. Lyles, Associate Dean of Engagement and Director of Extension
Claus Tittiger, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Chris Pritsos, Associate Dean of Research and Director of Experiment Station
Tips for staying healthy
Maintain a sense of calm, and avoid feeding into or fueling speculation or hysteria. Stay informed with fact-based information from reliable sources. Practice proper hygiene and daily health precautions.
Resources from the University
Coronavirus FAQ | Personnel policies and sick leave | Mental health and coping associated with COVID-19
Resources from the Centers for Disease Control
Coronavirus information | What you should know | How it spreads | Steps to prevent illness | Preventing spread in communities, school settings and community organizations | How to protect yourself and your family | Higher risk and special populations
Symptoms | What to do if you are sick | Caring for yourself at home
Other resources
Nevada System of Higher Education coronavirus webpage
Washoe County Health District coronavirus and coronavirus updates webpages
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health coronavirus response and resources webpage
Resources for teaching remotely
For-credit academic courses must be transitioned to online course delivery by March 23. You have several options for quickly transitioning your courses. Each option has advantages and disadvantages. There are resources that can help.
Questions?
Questions? Contact the University's Instructional Design Team | 775-682-6798
Resources from the University and our College
General information
Accessibility resources | Information for academic faculty, students and on studying abroad | Teaching continuity: Teaching through unforeseen disruptions
How-tos
Best practices and pedagogical considerations when teaching live with ZoomLinkedIn Learning (Log in with your NetID username and password.) Resources for recording lectures and using video in WebCampusResources for recording a voice-over-PowerPoint lecture (including Camtasia)
Software
Canvas guides | Canvas instructor guide | WebCampus FAQs | WebCampus tutorials | Camtasia (Education and volume discounts; Claus Tittiger will cover the cost for teaching faculty.) | Web conferencing systems for teaching ( Zoom, BigBlueButton and Microsoft Teams | Zoom FAQs | Zoom WebCampus course
Hardware
University Libraries lends technology useful for teaching remotely. Claus Tittiger can cover some technology costs for teaching faculty. Contact him for more information. Courses can be recorded in the @One.
Content
Journal of Visual Experiments (JoVE) (Log in with your NetID username and password.) University Libraries streaming services
Help
Extension's David Harrison can help teaching faculty create video content for courses. Claus Tittiger is covering this cost. Contact David to learn more.
Resources from eXtension.org
Advanced features of Zoom| Online teaching: critical strategies for engagement
Resources from The Chronicle of Higher Education
4 lessons from moving a face-to-face course online | 7 steps to better online teaching | Going online in a hurry: What to do and where to start | How to be a better online teacher | How to give your students better feedback with technology | Preparing for emergency online teaching
Other resources
Coronavirus response: Best practices in online facilitation | Impromptu Canvas tutorial on creating quiz questions, proctoring quizzes and recording lectures | Taking your teaching online (free with promo code COLLECTION) | Teaching online: simple solutions, best practices, time savers, Q&A and live support
Charter (60 days free internet for students without access) | Labster (online lab simulations; discounted pricing available) | Merlot (free online learning and support materials) | Pearson cost-free resources
Bob Conrad, formerly a communications specialist with our College, is available for a fee to help with video and livestream course content. Contact him at 775-391-5252.
Tips for working remotely
Employees whose core job responsibilities can be performed remotely are to temporarily transition to working remotely no later than March 18. All face-to-face Extension and Experiment Station events, activities, programs and classes are to be canceled, postponed until further notice or offered virtually.
Resources from the University
Definitions and guidelines for full implementation of alternate campus operations | Guidelines for working remotely | Information on campus events | Personnel policies and sick leave | Research continuity guidance
LinkedIn Learning | Microsoft Teams | NevadaBoxOffice 365 Quick Reference | Office 365 online access + installation instructionsWorkday | Zoom | Zoom FAQs
Remote working: Setting yourself and your teams up for successLinkedIn Learning path
Working remotely resources from the University's Office of Information Technology (Some resources don't apply to our College. Questions? Email the IT professional responsible for your department or unit.)
Resources from our College
For employees with our academic departments or Experiment Station | For employees with Extension
Resources from eXtension.org
Advanced features of Zoom | During COVID-19: First steps to going remote - real fast | Extension response to COVID-19 and resources for Extension professionals working online | Preparing for remote work and virtual event planning | Simple virtual collaboration | Working remotely
Other resources
Bob Conrad, formerly a communications specialist with our College, is available for a fee to help offer programs and events via video or livestream. Contact him at 775-391-5252.