Labor Day Travel Advice
Posted August 28, 2020
August 28, 2020
As many faculty, staff and students have remained or returned to teaching, research, living and learning on campus this fall, we have done so with the health and safety of our community at the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We have worn our masks and smiled with our eyes, stayed socially distant when we needed a caring hug, washed our hands and avoided large gatherings.
As Labor Day approaches, we must not let down our guard. Holidays bring a desire to celebrate with friends and family who may not be part of our safe bubble. Each of us has the opportunity to make decisions in our personal lives and spaces to support this effort.
We are asking people to reduce the risk of spread by following these safe practices both on and off campus:
- Avoid large gatherings
- Stay in your safe bubble
- Wear masks
- Wash hands
- Watch your distance
To protect the health and safety of our campus, we are asking students to carefully consider risk to the shared community when making decisions always, and especially for those of you who may be traveling for the Labor Day weekend.
SIUE continues to take recommended steps to mitigate the risk of spread to the extent possible, and our level of success will depend on a mutual commitment and actions from everyone in the SIUE community.
Take care and stay well,
Randall Pembrook, Chancellor
Denise Cobb, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Rachel Stack, Vice Chancellor for Advancement
Rich Walker, Vice Chancellor for Administration
Jeffrey Waple, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
