Faculty
December 21, 2021
Most classes will meet online the first week of winter quarter (Message to UW students and personnel)
To foster a successful start to the winter quarter, during the first week of the quarter — Jan. 3 to 9 — most classes will be held online. Clinical instruction and practicums will still meet in person. Facilities at all three campuses will remain operational during this time — including housing, libraries, advising and student services — and research activities can continue in person. Buildings will remain largely open during work hours.
December 2, 2021
Thank you for your work, and reminders for winter quarter (Message to Seattle campus instructors)
Looking forward, we anticipate that winter quarter will be similar to autumn, with instruction being largely in person, consistent with this policy. And as you prepare for winter quarter, the UW Curriculum Office, in collaboration with the Faculty Council on Academic Standards, has posted syllabus guidelines and resources, including language concerning policies regarding medical notes and religious accommodations.
October 29, 2021
Student vaccination requirement reminder (Message to instructors and instructional support staff)
This message was sent to instructors, instructional support staff and teaching assistants across the University of Washington. Dear Colleagues: We are writing with a few updates involving the student vaccine documentation process. As you may know, the governor has required students to provide proof of vaccination – or request a medical or religious exemption –…
October 19, 2021
Husky Coronavirus Testing Study updates – Action required (Message to HCT participants)
We are excited to continue to be a testing resource for the University of Washington through at least spring quarter 2022. We have updated the study design; additional details on changes are listed below.
October 11, 2021
FAQ: How can I review my vaccine verification status in Workday?
As autumn quarter continues, we’re highlighting some of the questions and answers in the COVID-19 frequently asked questions of greatest interest to the community. How can I review my vaccine verification status in Workday? Log into Workday from the link at the top of the ISC website. In Workday, select the Cloud icon in the upper right corner, then…
September 27, 2021
Resources and suggestions for autumn quarter preparation (Message to instructors, TAs and instructional support staff)
In this message today, we are highlighting several topics and resources related to teaching for instructors, teaching assistants and instructional support staff. Because there is no one-size-fits-all approach to course development and delivery, we encourage instructors to consult with their department chairs or deans for department-specific advice on course development, distance learning policies and classroom safety guidelines.
September 21, 2021
University District COVID-19 vaccination, flu shot and community art pop-up Sept. 24
The University of Washington is partnering with the City of Seattle, U District Partnership, Albertsons/Safeway, Amplifier and Facebook to provide a pop-up COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinic on Friday, Sept. 24, in the University District. The vaccinations are available to all, including UW students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.
September 20, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine verification process on UW campuses (Message to UW personnel)
The vaccination verification process is being coordinated at the department/appointing unit level and facilitated by your Workday HR Partner or Academic Partner (“HR/Academic Partner”) or I-9 Coordinator. These are the only roles authorized to verify proof of vaccination.
September 15, 2021
FAQ: What should instructors do if a student refuses to wear a mask in class?
All UW students and personnel are required to follow the University’s COVID-19 Face Covering Policy at all times. If a student is not complying with this policy while indoors, including in a classroom, instructors should begin with a polite, verbal request to remind and educate the student about the UW’s face covering policy and to ask them to wear a face covering.
September 13, 2021
Vaccination exemption request deadline is Sept. 24
The following messages were sent on September 13 to UW campus personnel who had not yet attested to being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or who had previously claimed a medical, religious or philosophical exemption in Workday: Message for staff and student employees Message for faculty and other academic personnel Message to staff and student employees…
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