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Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions
Coronavirus (COVID-19)

 

Collin College prioritizes the health and safety of students, employees, and campus visitors.

 

Health

Q. What is Collin College doing to prepare for a potential Coronavirus (COVID-19) case?

  1. The Collin College Office of Emergency Management is in contact with Collin County Health Care Services and is actively monitoring the status of this developing situation. The college follows the guidance of national and local officials to help protect students, employees, and campus visitors from communicable diseases.

Q. Have there been any confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) at Collin College?

  1. As of Feb. 27, there are no confirmed cases reported in Collin County based on information provided by the Collin County Health Care Services. For the latest updates, visit https://www.collincountytx.gov/healthcare_services/Pages/default.aspx.

Q. If Collin College employees or students are diagnosed with Coronavirus (COVID-19), will the college community be notified?

  1. Public health agencies closely track reports of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and take steps to notify individuals and organizations who have been in close contact with individual(s) diagnosed with Coronavirus (COVID-19). If the college learns of a confirmed case of Coronavirus (COVID-19), the college will notify the public as needed and in compliance with all laws.

Q. What can we do to reduce the risk of getting Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

  1. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the best things you can do are the same as those for preventing the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue. Then throw the tissue in the trash and sanitize your hands.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Q. Where can I get more information?

  1. For more information, visit the following websites:

 

Academic

Q. Will the college cancel any classes or events?

  1. The Collin College Office of Emergency Management is in contact with Collin County Health Care Services, and, as of Feb. 27, health officials are not advising cancellations or enacting any social distancing measures. College officials will inform employees and students in the event of campus closures via CougarAlert and the college’s website at http://www.collin.edu.

Q. If there is a disruption of face-to-face instructional delivery, how will I take my classes?

  1. Classes may be postponed or changed to alternative delivery methods, such as an online format. College officials will provide employees and students with details.

 

Operational

Q. Is Collin College taking precautions to reduce the risk of Coronavirus Coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission?

  1. Collin College maintains a thorough cleaning regimen throughout its campuses and centers. As with any seasonal respiratory illness, routine cleaning is an effective protocol. The college also has hand-sanitizing stations located throughout the district for use by students, faculty, and staff. The college is enacting sanitizing enhancements in daily operations.