Cambridge College will continue remote teaching through Spring 2021 term. The health and safety of our students, faculty, staff and community are important to us. Please see our updates regarding COVID-19 protocols and campus plans.
COVID-19 Updates
Event: December 8, 2020 at 6pm
Making it plain: A conversation with Dr. Fauci and the Black community, featuring Dr. Anthony Fauci, with presentations from Howard University, the Black Coalition Against COVID-19, and the National Urban League leadership. Learn more
November 16, 2020: Academic Year 2021
Dear Cambridge College community,
As the nation braces itself against a surge in the number of COVID cases, we remain vigilant in monitoring and adhering to COVID-19 guidelines from state, local and CDC authorities to keep our college community safe. In light of the current environment and the risks to our community, we have decided to continue working and teaching remotely for the spring semester of Academic Year 2021.
This decision is based on a variety of considerations including the recommendation of the COVID19 Academic Workgroup, chaired by Dr. Tracy McLaughlin, that we remain remote for the Spring semester. I tasked the workgroup to reconvene to consider our options for the Spring, and I extend my appreciation to the workgroup for their time and dedication in organizing their comprehensive list of recommendations. The workgroup considered a number of factors including responses to our recent surveys of students, faculty and staff that indicated an overwhelming preference for remaining remote and expressed serious concerns about returning to campus at this time.
We recognize the many challenges we face individually and as a community as we enter our eighth month of learning, teaching, and working remotely. We are committed to supporting one another to respond and succeed in our respective roles in the face of the challenges of the pandemic and of remaining remote. Based on feedback from our recent surveys we will continue our ongoing initiatives to address the needs for technology support; ongoing student and faculty support through CC Connected initiatives; managed access to the facility for students, faculty and staff; and ongoing workshops and discussion groups to support the management of stress, anxiety and communication challenges that are widely recognized as impacts of the pandemic.
Your safety, health and well-being continue to be our priority. We encourage you to be vigilant about following public health guidelines that protect you, your loved ones and those around you - wear a mask - practice social distancing - frequent handwashing and limiting your exposure in your daily habits.
It is also important that we stay connected to one another during this time so please stay in touch with us and with one another and especially if you need assistance that the College might be able to provide. Students can contact Regina Robinson, Dean of Student Affairs at Regina.robinson@cambridgecollege.edu and staff and faculty can contact Amber Coren in Human Resources at amber.coren@cambridgecollege.edu. Please also remember to check MyCC and this webpage for updates and resources. We will continue to provide updates through our many communication channels and we will continue to solicit your feedback and suggestions through our ongoing surveys and discussions.
I am grateful to each and every one of you for your commitment to your work and to your relationship with Cambridge College. To our students, I thank you for your persistence in continuing your academic pursuits at Cambridge College and to our faculty and staff I thank you for your dedication to our students and to one another. I look forward to the day we can gather in person to celebrate all that we have achieved as a community in the face of this daunting challenge. We remain Cambridge College Strong!
All the best,
Deborah C. Jackson
President
November 6, 2020: Massachusetts Coronavirus Restrictions
New coronavirus restrictions in Massachusetts are set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday. The new state guidelines include everyone over the age of 5 must now wear a mask in public even when you’re six feet away from others; staying at home between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., unless you’re traveling for work or to the grocery store; and limiting gatherings to ten people inside and 25 people outside.
Some businesses will be required to close by 9:30 p.m. including gyms, casinos, liquor stores, movie theaters, zoos and museums. Restaurants will be allowed to stay open past 9:30 p.m. but only for takeout. Indoor and outdoor events at homes must also end by 9:30 p.m.
As of last week, 121 communities in Massachusetts are now considered high risk for coronavirus. Learn more.
Helpful Links
National COVID Updates
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updates on COVID-19
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center
State & Local Updates
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Dept. of Public Health updates on COVID-19
Boston
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Boston
Springfield
City of Springfield COVID-19 Situational Updates
COVID-19 Emergency Response Program for Springfield, MA residents: Springfield Partners for Community Action is ready to help Springfield Residents with COVID-19 related expenses! They can help you with: Electric Bills, Groceries, Water and Sewer, Funeral Expenses for COVID Victims, Rent and Mortgage, Water Heater. Income guidelines apply. For more information, call: 413-263-6500 or email: COVID@springfieldpartnersinc.com
Lawrence
City of Lawrence COVID-19 Information
California
California COVID-19 Information
Puerto Rico
COVID-19 in Puerto Rico CDC site
Coping with Coronavirus
Managing Anxiety and Stress - Basic guidance from the CDC on managing mental health stressors during COVID-19.
10 Ideas for Coping with Loneliness During Social Distancing - Psychology Today provides tips for how to feel less lonely and isolated during social distancing.
Coronavirus Resources & Tips for Parents, Children & Others – Clear, concrete tips for parents on physically distancing while staying emotionally and socially connected.
Talking with Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers during Infectious Disease Outbreaks - Reactions children and youth of different age groups may have during an infectious disease outbreak and how to support them.
That Discomfort You’re Feeling is Grief – Harvard Business Review article explains how we are collectively grieving right now and how to process those feelings.