Updates for the U of A community for the week ending April 3
03 April 2020
This update was posted more than one month ago. Directions, policies, and safety measures may have changed during this time. To find the latest information, please consult the COVID-19 site or try searching the U of A website.
Posted: April 3, 4:00 p.m.
Here are this week’s updates for the U of A community:
Responding to Public Health Act Violations
As Peace Officers, University of Alberta Protective Services (UAPS) responsibilities include responding to the non-compliance of the Public Health Act orders that were recently legislated to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Alberta. Complaints about non-compliance on campus should be called-in to 780-492-5050. Off-campus complaints should be should be submitted online, and not to 911, which is for emergency situations only.
U of A Emergency services are still here for you
All emergency services at the University of Alberta remain operational and unchanged. For fire, police, ambulance, or hazardous spills CALL 911, then call UAPS at 780‑492‑5050 (24hrs). Visit the U of A Emergency Information and Procedures page for quick and easy reference to other urgent services and protocols for our community.
Keep Your Online Meetings and Classes Secure
With the move to remote work and study, staying cyber secure is more important than ever before. Whether you are conducting an online class or calling-in to a virtual meeting, the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer has some important tips & resources to help you prevent and respond to potential threats. And yes, that includes how to avoid Zoom-bombing.
Learn more by visiting their website.
Borrowing Equipment and Collecting Supplies
For those employees who are working remotely and who need to borrow university equipment or order supplies to do so, check out the Working Remotely page to find out how to make the necessary arrangements.
Learn more by visiting the Working Remotely section of this website.
Spring 2020 Convocation
On June 12, the U of A will celebrate the Class of Spring 2020 in a virtual convocation ceremony. More details will be provided as they become available.
Please see the full statement from President Turpin and Chancellor Stollery.
Video: Information for Graduate Students
Vice-Provost and Dean of Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, Brooke Milne and Vice-president of the Graduate Students' Association talk with GSA President Fahed Elian about what graduate students need to know about their studies.