Campus News
2020 Commencement Update
Dear Scripps Community, Commencement is one of Scripps’ most cherished traditions, from processing through the doors of Denison Library to crossing the stage on Elm Tree Lawn. Seniors, families, faculty, and staff alike look forward to celebrating the achievements and aspirations of our graduates in a community-wide event that highlights the power of education, engagement, […]
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Mail/Copy Center Hours and Services
In an effort to support social distancing, the Mail Center has implemented new procedures. Mail Center/Copy Center hours will be Monday-Friday from 8-2. We will be open to the community for package and copy center pickups between the hours of 11am – 12:30 pm (Monday-Friday). If you are going to ship anything through the Scripps […]
Read MoreTelecommuting and Insurance Updates
Dear Scripps Faculty and Staff, Over the last week we have found ourselves in unprecedented circumstances due to the spread and serious consequences of COVID-19. As you may have seen or heard, on Sunday, March 15, the Governor issued new recommendations for California. Specifically, the Governor recommends that those over 65 years old and those […]
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Scripps College FAQ: COVID-19
Previous messages shared with the community about coronavirus can be found here: March 12, 2020 CMS Athletics Update March 12, 2020 Information for International Students March 10, 2020 Study Abroad Update March 10, 2020 Notice of Event Suspension March 5, 2020 Precautionary Measures and Travel Guidelines March 2, 2020 Spring Break Travel Update GENERAL Q: Why […]
Read MoreExtending Virtual Instruction Through End of Semester
On Wednesday I wrote to you to inform you of the College’s decision to: Expand spring break by a week (so that spring break now runs from March 16 – March 27) Transition all classes to be delivered virtually beginning on March 30, the first day of classes after spring break Require that students vacate […]
Read MoreInformation for International Students
By now you have received the information from President Tiedens regarding the next few weeks of the semester. I know you many of you have questions, as do I, but we will work together to chart the path in the coming weeks. Please feel free to come by the office to talk through any concerns […]
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CMS Athletics Update
After much consideration and discussion, we have suspended CMS spring athletic competitions effective March 15. I commend the SCIAC and the NCAA for making the difficult decision to cancel the remaining championships. We fully recognize and appreciate the time, energy, and passion our scholar-leader-athletes contribute to their teams and respective sports. Nothing, however, is more important […]
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Guidance for Staff
As you are probably aware, in an effort to help protect the health and safety of our communities, the College announced today that it will move all classes to a virtual environment after Spring Break. Public Access Scripps continues to monitor the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and is working diligently to safeguard the safety and […]
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Guidance for Faculty
Dear Colleagues, As you have read from President Tiedens, Scripps will be moving to a virtual academic environment using Zoom. This virtual learning environment will commence on Monday, March 30th. There will be no classes during spring break or the week following (March 23-27) so that faculty have time to learn zoom and prepare this […]
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Guidance for Students
As you are probably aware, in an effort to help protect your and others’ health and safety, the College announced today that it will move all classes to a virtual environment after spring break. Students are asked not to return to campus after spring break and to meet academic requirements remotely until further notice. Students […]
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