Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
UMSSW is closely monitoring the global COVID-19 outbreak. This site will be updated with key resources and communications for the UMSSW community. All members of the UMSSW community are advised to check the UMB COVID-19 Site for the latest information about the outbreak, measures implemented to reduce its spread, and the impact on travel and other activities.
UMSSW Communications
- March 27, 2020 Option for Reduced Field Hours
- March 20, 2020 Convocation Update
- March 19, 2020 To Students, Field Instructors, Agency Coordinators/Liaisons [Field Update]
- March 13, 2020 To Students, Field Instructors, Agency Coordinators/Liaisons [Field Update]
- March 12, 2020 To Students, Field Instructors, Agency Coordinators and Liasions [Field Update]
- March 10, 2020 To SSW from Dean Richard P. Barth, PhD, MSW [Guidelines]
- March 6, 2020 To Students, Staff, and Faculty from Dean Richard P. Barth, PhD, MSW
Guidance and Letters to the UMB Community
- March 28, 2020 A message to graduating students from Dr. Jarrell
- March 23, 2020 Severe Research Restrictions take effect on Monday at 5 p.m.
- March 23, 2020 Guidance on research administration expenses on sponsored projects
- March 23, 2020 A video message from Dr. Jarrell
- March 21, 2020 A member of the UMB community has tested positive for COVID-19
- March 20, 2020 Clarification of Guidelines for Designation of Laboratory Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows
- March 19, 2020 Continuation of virtual learning, commencement, and refund of fees
- March 19, 2020 New UMB Clinical Placement Guidelines
- March 18, 2020 COVID-19 Research Guidelines
- March 12, 2020 Step 2 UMB/UMMS Policies and Guidance Regarding COVID-19
- March 12, 2020 New UMB Telework Policy
- March 12, 2020 Preventing Spread of COVID-19 in Research and Scholarship
- March 10, 2020 UMB/UMMS Policies and Guidance Regarding COVID-19
Resources
Health Resources
- UMaryland Immediate Care (UMIC)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- World Health Organization
- Maryland Department of Health
- Governor’s coronavirus guidance
- Washington, D.C., Health Department
- Virginia Department of Health
- Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Public Health
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs (CDC)
- Stop the Spread of Germs
- COVID-19 Social Distancing Guidelines
- UMB Covid-19 Coping Kit
Resources for UMB Students
- Why Outbreaks Like Coronavirus Spread Exponentially, and How to "Flatten The Curve"
- Download our flyers and help stop the spread of disease
- Center for Global Engagement
- Student Health Center
- UMB Student Counseling Center
- UMB Student Affairs
- Clinical, Field Placement, and Internship Guidelines for Students
- Travel Guidelines for UMB Students
- Top 10 IT Recommendations for Telework and Tele-Education
- Be Alert for COVID-19 Cyber Scams and Phishing Attacks
- 3/17/20 Letter to Residents
Resources for UMB Faculty and Staff
- Top 5 steps to securely work from home
- Download our flyers and help stop the spread of disease
- Employee Assistance Program
- Human Resource Services
- International SOS travel service
- Travel Guidelines for All Faculty and Staff, and FPI and UMMS Employees
- Top 10 IT Recommendations for Telework and Tele-Education
- Be Alert for COVID-19 Cyber Scams and Phishing Attacks
Community Resources
- Community and School Resource Document: Shared with local service providers/ social workers to edit as updates become available.
- Baltimore City COVID-19 Food Distribution Sites
- Baltimore Mutual Aid Spreadsheet: Individuals offering to help neighbors with errands, child care, pet care and more.
- BGE Energy Assistance
- Comcast Internet Essentials Program
- MD Department of Human Resources: Apply for benefits and services online.
Attention Maryland social workers, crisis managers, and counselors! We need you now! The United Way 211 Maryland Helpline is getting an UNPRECEDENTED number of calls from people who are worried, concerned, and who need help to connect to vital resources.