Coronavirus Updates

March 5, 2020 With next week’s Spring Break approaching, it’s important to be mindful of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) should your plans involve travel. In keeping with federal guidance, China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Mongolia, Italy, Iran and Japan are on UCF’s restricted destinations list, with study abroad programs to these countries canceled. UCF…

March 3, 2020 The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rapidly evolve, with two presumptive positive cases being confirmed in Florida. The Florida Department of Health is monitoring these individuals, who remain in isolation. It is likely that additional cases in the state will be announced in coming days. UCF is continuing communication, coordination and…

February 27, 2020 UCF is continuing to monitor the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and urges you to remain aware and prepared. COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving situation with new cases emerging worldwide. While no cases have been reported at UCF or in Florida, UCF has initiated communication, coordination and planning using updated guidance from our…

February 6, 2020 We’re sharing a reminder to be aware of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus. Outbreaks such as Coronavirus evolve quickly. Now is not the time to panic but rather to prioritize personal prevention and preparedness. While no cases have been reported at UCF or in Florida, UCF has initiated communication, coordination and planning using…

January 27, 2020 UCF is joining the Florida Department of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in monitoring the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, for which cases have been confirmed in the U.S. following an outbreak in China. While no cases have been reported at UCF or in Florida, we have initiated communication, coordination and…