NORTHAMPTON, Mass. - Smith College and the Department of Athletics and Recreation have announced the following decisions regarding the evolving situation related to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The college has been closely monitoring guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State and the actions of governments worldwide to shape the college's response to the disease's spread. There are no suspected or confirmed cases on the Smith campus.

Athletic Restrictions and Cancellations

• Spectators will be prohibited from attending NCAA Tournament games being held at Tufts University on March 13 and 14. A live webcast of all games will be available HERE.
• All athletic spring training trips have been canceled.
• All spring sports have been canceled.
• Athletic related events including clinics have been canceled.

Facilities Update

• Smith College Athletics Facilities will be closed from Friday, March 13 at 5:00 p.m. until further notice. 
  
  There will be no access to the following areas:
  Olin fitness center
  ITT
  Squash courts
  Gymnasiums
  Swimming pool
  Climbing wall
  Locker rooms

Update as of March 9, 2020

• In-person classes will be offered on campus through Friday, March 13.
• Spring recess will be extended by one week through Sunday, March 29.
• Alternate modes of instruction will be offered for the curriculum, beginning on March 30. Students will receive more information in the coming days.
• All students must move out of their on-campus housing beginning on Saturday, March 14, and must be moved out by Friday, March 20, at the latest. Students should not expect to return this semester. Students in study-abroad and study-away programs will remain in place.
• Room and board will be provided only to students who have no option but to remain on campus, including those from countries with travel restrictions, those whose legal residence is Smith College and those with other extenuating circumstances. Please fill out this form if this applies to you.

Resources
Message from President McCartney
COVID-19 FAQ
Emails being monitored frequently: covid19info@smith.edu

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