COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response
For the most up-to-date information and recommendations on COVID-19, check local, state and federal health authorities.
For Metro Students
Grading change for Summer 2020 courses
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.
For Metro Employees
Building Hours, Access and Parking
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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.
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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.
Report an Instance of COVID-19
Students and employees are requested to report exposure to, or a diagnosis of, COVID-19 to the university.
Official Guidance and Announcements
Monitor local, state and federal authorities for the latest information.
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Metro State Communications on COVID-19
Updates from President Arthur, Provost Gort and other Metropolitan State University administrators.
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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Coronavirus 2019 Information
The latest updates from the Minnesota State system office and Chancellor Malhotra.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention coronavirus information
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State of Minnesota Department of Health coronavirus information
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Ramsey County Public Health: Coronavirus Disease 2019
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Hennepin County: Coronavirus disease 2019
Resources for Physical and Mental Health
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How to Protect Yourself
Information about protecting yourself from COVID-19 in English, Spanish and Chinese. From the Centers for Disease Control.
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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.
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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.
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CDC: Manage Anxiety and Stress
Tips on coping with stress during this pandemic.
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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.
News
Links to local press outlets continuously updating COVID-19 coverage. (These links are not endorsed by or affiliated with Metropolitan State University.)
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Minnesota Public Radio News
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WCCO TV
Channel 4. CBS affiliate.
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Star Tribune
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Pioneer Press
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MinnPost
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Bring Me The News