Dongshin University Delays Start of 2020 Academic Year by 2 Weeks to Prevent COVID-19 Spread

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Dongshin University (President Choi Il) postponed the start of the semester by two weeks following the graduation and entrance ceremonies. This measure is to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infection.

On the 6th, Dongshin University held a 'Novel Coronavirus Countermeasure Meeting' and announced that the start of the first semester of the 2020 academic year, originally scheduled for the 2nd of next month, has been postponed to the 16th, two weeks later.

The academic schedule changes due to the delay in the semester start will be notified to enrolled students later.

At the meeting, Dongshin University formed a provisional 'Crisis Management Headquarters' and finalized guidelines for managing international students.

246 international students who are scheduled to reside in the dormitory will be quarantined for two weeks in single rooms. All outings will be restricted, and meals will be individually provided by the school.

About 200 international students living off-campus will undergo self-quarantine for two weeks, with daily health checks. During this period, their access to the school will be completely restricted.

Additionally, once all international students arrive in Naju, they will be required to have their individual health status checked at the Naju Public Health Center screening clinic.

The school plans to conduct disinfection and sanitation of facilities and distribute masks, hand sanitizers, non-contact thermometers, and sanitary gloves.

President Choi Il of Dongshin University stated, "For international students, we will confirm that they are not infected with the novel coronavirus through a two-week quarantine before the semester starts, and then allow them to participate in classes. We will do everything the school can to ensure the safety of enrolled students from the novel coronavirus and provide detailed guidance to prevent confusion among students and parents due to changes in the academic schedule."

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