Coronavirus Information Hub

UCI is closely monitoring the coronavirus ("COVID-19") situation and associated communications from the county, state and federal authorities. We will continue to provide updates through this website and email communications, and take steps to ensure the health and safety of our community. More information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is available from the Centers of Disease and Control (CDC). Preventative measures to prevent the spread of the virus can be found on this page.

RE-ENGAGING CAMPUS OPERATIONS

The Strategic Advisory Group is mapping out the details related to our workforce, research, students (current and prospective), instruction (undergraduate and graduate), health (patient and public), technology, and business operations.

The phase-in decisions are being made with an abundance of thought and planning, with the health of our community at the forefront. Our guiding principles are as follows:

1. Our primary concern is our people.
2. We will follow public health directives.
3. Transitions will be measured, careful, and flexible.
4. We will learn as we proceed and incorporate new techniques and technologies as they become available.
5. Our standards of quality will not waver.

Read the Chancellor's May 11, 2020 email on re-engaging campus operations »

UPDATE:

The UCI campus has 10 reported positive COVID-19 cases – seven have been clinically cleared.

In accordance of health privacy laws, we cannot disclose the identity or personal information. We are in coordination with the Orange County Health Care Agency and connecting with those who may have been exposed through contact.

We recognize that not every concern or question may be addressed, especially those with uniquely individual circumstances.

We have established the UCI Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response Center. Students, staff, faculty, parents, and community partners may call 949-824-9918 or email covid19@uci.edu to connect directly for more information.

March 19, 2020: An Open Letter to the Orange County Community from UCI and UCI Health leadership

See All Campus Messages Latest Updates Campus Services

Students

• "Learn Anywhere" Guide for Final Exams & Spring Instruction
• Student Resources - Remote services, building closures
• Disruption of University Activities
• Internet Connectivity Options
• FAQs for International Students
• Student Health Center
• Counseling Center

Faculty

• Preparing for Remote Learning
• Safeguards Against "Zoom-bombing"
• Disruption of University Activities
• Teaching Continuity Resources
• Research Continuity
• FAQs for International Scholars

Employees

• Coronavirus Information for Staff
• Coronavirus FAQs for Employees
• Employee Experience Center
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disruption of University Activities

Reducing the spread of viruses starts with basic hygiene. Here are preventative measures that you can follow to keep our community healthy. 

Always wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. *It's not the water temperature, but the time you take rubbing the hands (20 seconds).

Cover your mouth with your elbow when you cough.

If you are sick, stay home and do not travel. Call ahead before visiting your doctor or the Student Health Center to arrange a time to be seen.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

UCI Podcasts

• UCI Podcast: Coronavirus discussion with Student Health medical director Dr. Albert Chang
  
• UCI Podcast: Inclusivity during difficult times
• UCI Podcast: Coronavirus & traveling

Videocasts

• UCI Forum on COVID-19: Where Are We & What to Expect Next
• "Flattening the curve" Fireside chat on Employee Experience
• "Flattening the curve" Fireside chat on Student Affairs
• "Flattening the curve" Fireside chat on Teaching and Learning
• Video: OC Forum: Coronavirus Discussion feat. Bernadette Boden-Albala, Dr. Steve Goldstein and Dr. Susan Huang
• Videocast: UCI Virtual Town Hall - "Flattening the curve"

What’s Next: A New Day

May 11, 2020 4:05 p.m.

Chancellor Howard Gillman shares plans for reengaging the campus - mapping out the details related to our workforce, research, students (current and prospective), instruction (undergraduate and graduate), health (patient and public), technology, and business operations.

UCI’s Response to New Title IX Rules

May 8, 2020 11:30 a.m.

The University of California's policies and procedures largely comply with the final rules, but has publicly expressed concerns about a few key provisions in the rules.

Funding Opportunity: COVID-19-Related Community-Engaged Research

April 30, 2020 6:00 p.m.

Special call for applications for COVID-19-related community-engaged research.

Voice of OC

May 27, 2020

Coronavirus infections hit hard at Orange County’s Latino community

The Wall Street Journal

May 27, 2020

Researchers outside medicine have a new focus: Covid-19

The Washington Post

May 27, 2020

The Daily 202: Marco Rubio warns of instability without structural changes to help minorities in coronavirus recovery

More UCI in the News

Download Creative Resources (.ZIP) Posters in Spanish (.ZIP) UCI Zoom Backgrounds (.ZIP)

CDC Resources

• Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
• CDC: What to do if you are sick with 2019 Novel Coronavirus
• CDC Definitions (scroll to middle of page)

Travel Information

• CDC Communication Resources for Travelers
• CDC: Travelers from China Arriving in the United States
• UCI: Policy for Student International Activities
• UCI Policy Travel Amendment COVID-19
• UCI Trip Cancellation Form
• UCI: International Risk Review Team
• UC: International Travel Registry

California Department of Public Health

• Guidance for large events (PDF)
• Guidance for schools (PDF)
• Guidance for colleges and universities (PDF)