Daily Digest – March 18, 2020

Please view updates related to the following categories:

CAMPUS DINING
Sodexo has posted an update regarding their services and safety procedures.

STAFF
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures that are currently in place, the Annual Staff Awards Ceremony scheduled for April 16 is canceled.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS
The DSC Fitness & Aquatics Center is closing the weight room, basketball court, and racquetball courts at this time. Additionally, new memberships and day passes are suspended until further notice. The swimming pool, indoor track, and cardio and strength machines remain accessible at this time for employees and students.

RESEARCH
The 2020 Expo will go forward on April 17 as a virtual venue through the Whova app. For details, contact Jeremy Ecke at jsecke@ualr.edu or 501-569-3475.

SUPPORT SERVICES
The UA Little Rock Bookstore is reducing its store hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., effective immediately. This reduction will allow the bookstore to serve customers that remain on campus and fulfill online orders for off-campus customers. As of March 16, the website was updated with free shipping on all items to allow for social distancing and access for customers who are no longer on campus.

UA LITTLE ROCK IN THE NEWS
Dr. David Montague explains switching from face to face to online classes
Dr. Bronwyn MacFarlane on how to talk to kids about Coronavirus
Dr. Michael Pakko talks about the Arkansas economy in relation to Coronavirus fears

COVID-19 NEWS FROM THE REGION

Fayetteville resident tests positive for Covid-19 as total cases rise to 33 in Arkansas

UAMS Covid-19 Information

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