COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response

For the most up-to-date information and recommendations on COVID-19, check local, state and federal health authorities.

Information and resources for students on Metropolitan State's COVID-19 response

Students: If you wish to request a change to the grading for your Summer 2020 courses from letter (A through F) grades to Competence (S)/No Competence (NC), complete the Summer 2020 Grade Change Form.

Information and resources for employees on Metropolitan State's COVID-19 response

Student Service Offices, Computer Lab Temporary Hours, and Building Access

A list of students services with available hours and contact information, as well as computer lab locations and hours.
Temporary Building Hours, Access, and Parking Information

Information about building access for the Saint Paul Campus, Management Education Center (MEC), Midway Center, and the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Education Center in Brooklyn Park, as well as updated parking information for the Saint Paul Campus.

Students should refer Student Service Offices, Computer Lab Temporary Hours, and Building Access for access and computer lab availability.

Students and employees are requested to report exposure to, or a diagnosis of, COVID-19 to the university.

Monitor local, state and federal authorities for the latest information.

Metro State Communications on COVID-19

Updates from President Arthur, Provost Gort and other Metropolitan State University administrators.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Coronavirus 2019 Information

The latest updates from the Minnesota State system office and Chancellor Malhotra.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention coronavirus information
State of Minnesota Department of Health coronavirus information
Ramsey County Public Health: Coronavirus Disease 2019
Hennepin County: Coronavirus disease 2019

How to Protect Yourself

Information about protecting yourself from COVID-19 in English, Spanish and Chinese. From the Centers for Disease Control.
For students: 24/7 Counseling Services Help Line

Metro State students can call 651-793-1568 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak to a licensed counselor.
For employees: EAP Work/Life Counseling

A free service for employees of the State of Minnesota. Call 651-259-3840 or 800-657-3719 any time. Online access also available.
CDC: Manage Anxiety and Stress

Tips on coping with stress during this pandemic.
Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation

PDF. Tips on taking care of your behavioral health from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Links to local press outlets continuously updating COVID-19 coverage. (These links are not endorsed by or affiliated with Metropolitan State University.)

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response

For Metro Students

Grading change for Summer 2020 courses

For Metro Employees

Building Hours, Access and Parking

Report an Instance of COVID-19

Official Guidance and Announcements

Resources for Physical and Mental Health

News