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Message from Vice President of Student Affairs

By now you have likely seen President Richardson’s announcements regarding a more permanent move to online education for this semester. We know this news brings with it a variety of emotions and questions. We are not excited about not seeing you for extended periods of time and we are deeply saddened by the celebrations and moments we will miss. Seniors – our hearts are heavy for you.

You are NOT required to come to campus on Tuesday, March 17 to move out your belongings. You may, but you are not required.

  • Student Affairs will notify all students with specific dates and details regarding the official move out procedures. We cannot predict when this will occur and will follow guidance from the State of Pennsylvania and the CDC to determine when it is safe enough for that process to begin.
  • If you are moving out tomorrow, RAs or RDs will be available in each lobby beginning at 8:30 a.m. Please turn in keys in your residence hall lobby. We have developed key return procedures that will minimize contact, so please follow the RA/RDs lead.

Moving Out

The residence halls will remain open until Tuesday, March 17 at 5 p.m. as originally planned. Dining facilities will be open as well. After that, we are not permitting students to return to campus to clear out residence hall rooms. Once we know the risk of spreading the virus is reduced, we will announce a plan for students to return to campus to gather their belongings. At this time, we cannot predict when that will be. However, if you are here now, you should pack up all your belongings and take them with you as you return home.

Storage

We have limited storage available for students from long distances (more than 400 miles). Students leaving campus now may store up to 2 boxes and a refrigerator. Please contact your RD for details.

Shuttle Service

We can provide shuttle service, but we need to coordinate this. Please email thomaslm@westminster.edu no later than noon on Tuesday, March 17 with your departure plans.

Housing Selection for 2020-21

By April 1, you will receive an email regarding online housing selection for 2020-21.

Campus Services

Campus services will remain available. Tomorrow I will send an updated, detailed list of services for you. Please reach out as you need. As always, call Public Safety at (724) 946-7777 with questions. At this time, you should switch your mailing address back to your permanent residence so mail will come to your home.

We will continue to send email communication regularly, so stay closely connected to your Westminster email.