FHSU 2020-2021 RESIDENTIAL LIFE PLAN
RESIDENTIAL LIFE PLANS AT A GLANCE
The full Residential Life reopening plan is accessible here. Updates reflected in this plan to housing and on-campus dining operations focus on enhancing student success and mitigating the potential spread of COVID-19, while still providing FHSU students with an engaging on-campus living experience. Major components are summarized below.
On-Campus Housing
- Students will still have the choice to live with their selected roommates/suitemates whenever possible
- Residents will occupy Stadium Place and Wooster apartments as normal with minimal adjustments.
- Occupancy numbers in McMindes Hall will be reduced.
- Assignments may be adjusted to other floors or buildings to reduce the number of students using community restrooms.
- Furniture in double occupancy rooms will be arranged before move-in placing the beds approximately six feet apart.
- Move-in dates and processes will be modified to reduce the number of people gathered in our buildings at the same time.
Residential Life Health and Safety Protocols
Students have been receiving information about updated terms, policies, and behavior expectations related to COVID-19 during the summer, and will be provided with a Phase Three – Guide for Students that includes the fundamental health and safety requirements set forth herein, and mirrors many of the policies and other information provided in this Phase Three – Guide for Employees.
The University’s face covering policy, set forth in the Phased Plan Toward FHSU Employee Return and University Reopening, will apply across the University. Students and employees should plan to have a face covering with them at all times.
Dining
In order to accommodate social distancing requirements, there will be a decrease in available seating in the McMindes Café, a picnic area will be added outside of the McMindes Café, and a takeout option will be offered.
Contingency Planning
This plan focuses on providing a positive on-campus experience while adhering to local, state, and federal health protocols. Contingency plans are in place in the event circumstances require the University to introduce additional health and safety measures. We will continue to monitor and respond to new guidelines and recommendations from appropriate authorities.
- Similar to the Spring Semester, if move-outs are required, prorated refunds will be provided to students.
- Housing will continue to be available for any students whose circumstances require them to remain on campus.
- We have reserved spaces for quarantine or isolation needs.