The Importance of Wearing a Face Covering
To reduce the potential transmission of the virus on the Urbana campus, students, employees, and visitors must wear face coverings if you are medically able to do so, in any university building, facility, and classroom, unless you are physically isolated in a private space or room.
July 23
Modified On-Campus Instruction for Fall 2020 Semester
Chancellor Jones and Provost Cangellaris have announced that our Fall 2020 semester will be delivered through a blend of in-person and remote instruction. This approach allows the university to deliver on both its obligation to prioritize the health and safety of all members of our community with the enhanced educational opportunities that come from face-to-face engagement.
June 18
UI Ride Community Wi-Fi
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Illinois System
UI Ride shuttles will be located throughout Champaign-Urbana to help provide free, public Wi-Fi hotspots to those in need of internet access.
April 17
Stay at Home Order and Essential Functions and Operations
The executive order from Governor JB Pritzker will allow F&S to continue functions for essential infrastructure and business/operations. However, starting Monday, March 23, each division within F&S will begin taking further actions to significantly restrict staff scheduling and limit overall work activities to reduce the risk of exposure to employees performing critical services.
March 22
Facilities & Services Strategy During Difficult Times
F&S continues to support campus by ensuring every department and division within F&S remains operational. Our commitment to the safety and well-being of our employees, as well as customer service and satisfaction, remains a priority.
March 18
F&S Staff COVID-Related Work Updates
In order to protect the safety and well-being of the campus community, F&S is implementing social-distancing strategies and establishing flexible work arrangements,including: transitioning to remote work where possible, staggering work start times, allowing employees to report directly to work sites, adjusting work assignments to individuals rather than crew assignments, and reducing the number of riders to job sites.
March 18
Infectious Disease (COVID-19) Prevention
F&S encourages employees to follow CDC preventive actions for the spread of viral disease. Additional hand sanitizer, tissues, gloves, and disinfectants available across the organization. (
Message sent to F&S employees)
March 9