How we handle the situation with Corona

On this page we provide information related to the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and how University West handles the situation. We recommend all students and employees to keep themselves informed.

Last updated on February 3, 2021.

Regarding the university's opening hours

The University Library, Restaurant Västan and Centralcafét are open. Due to Corona and the spread of infection, other premises are closed to non-students and staff for a period.
You can find opening hours here

Decision for activities on campus during the spring term 2021

University West has a responsibility to contribute to reducing the spread of infection and follows the Swedish Public Health Agency's general and preventive advice for activities.

All activities that are not necessary to carry out on campus, shall be carried out digitally, with the following clarifications:

For the education, including the third-cycle studies

Teaching and examination shall take place at a distance during the period. Exceptions are only made for teaching and examinations that are not possible to carry out other than through physical participation. Exceptions are granted by the responsible head of department. For the occasions when teaching or examination must take place on campus, the greatest possible adaptation must be made to reduce the risk of the spread of infection.
The head of department is responsible for ensuring that the changes to the course's compulsory elements and examination, that are carried out due to adaptation in accordance to the Vice-Chancellor´s policy decision, are quality assured and documented.

For the operations in general

Staff who do not have to be at campus to maintain the necessary activities shall work from home. Your nearest manager assesses the possibility with regard to operations and work environment.
all conferences and meetings shall, as far as possible, take place digitally.

This decision is based on the recommendations of the government and the responsible authorities. If changed recommendations, new decisions will be taken.

New strengthened advice

As of 14 December, stricter national regulations and general guidelines on everyone's responsibility to prevent covid-19 infection apply. Read more on website Krisinformation.se (in english).

For current decisions, ongoing proposals etc. due to Corona, read about this on the government's website.

How we adapt our premises for reduced spread of infection

University West adapts the operations, the premises and inform in order to minimize the spread of Covid-19 during the start of the autumn term.

Indoor environment and socializing

Generally, you are encouraged to use every other seat in all spaces on campus. Signs will be placed all over the campus.
Where possible, the number of places is sparse and marked by stickers.
Signs to keep distance and stay at home when ill, will be found around campus and at the entrances.
In the restaurant and the café, the seats are sparse and information about social distancing is to be found.
During practical elements, measures are taken to enable the students to keep their distance.

Hand hygiene

Hand alcohol is placed in frequently used passages, such as in the entrances. Of course, at all kitchenettes/coffee rooms and toilets on campus you will find soap and paper towels.

Cleaning

The cleaning routines have been strengthened, which means that cleaning of toilets and spraying of contact surfaces such as table surfaces, taps, handles, handrails takes place daily.

Keep distance and take personal responsibility

It is important that if you have symptoms, even mild ones, or belong to a risk group, you should not come to campus. We all take personal responsibility for minimizing the spread of Covid-19.

More information to students and staff

Students

Distance studies, FAQ about campus, travel, health etc.

Updated information - students

Staff

Distance teaching, FAQ about working from home, travel, health etc.

Updated information - staff

Press and media

Here you find the university's media contacts and press room etc .

University West management team for distance mode

University West has activated its management team for distance mode. The group meets continuously (digitally) to deal with the overall issues associated with the outbreak of the virus. They handle the government's decisions with the necessary measures, monitor the updates of the other authorities and follow the handling of other universities on the issue.

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