CSULB Suspends In-Person Classes Over Coronavirus Concerns

LONG BEACH, CA — Cal State Long Beach is cancelling in-person classes on campus from March 12 through March 17 before transitioning to alternative off-campus instruction, the university announced Wednesday.

The break will allow faculty to prepare for alternative instruction, which will begin Wednesday, March 18, the CSULB statement said. Online classes will continue as scheduled.

"There are no confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 in our campus community," the university statement said.

The campus will remain open.

"Some courses will continue to meet in person if alternative instruction is not appropriate, such as some laboratory, performing-arts, and physical-education courses," the CSULB statement said. "Accommodations associated with social distancing will be implemented in these courses."

For more information, visit the CSULB website.

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There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
• CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
• Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

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