Nebraska is following the likes of universities like South Carolina, Notre Dame and Oklahoma and putting a plan in place for the fall semester.
With considerations for preserving high-quality educational experiences for our students and for protecting our campus and communities, the university is modifying the fall academic calendar. (Thread) pic.twitter.com/IGK5rh9lqj
— University of Nebraska-Lincoln (@UNLincoln) May 29, 2020
Originally scheduled to begin classes Monday, Aug. 24, Nebraska has bumped the start date of classes up one week to Aug. 17. That first week will be “remote asynchronus instruction” and in-person classes will begin Aug. 24. Additionally, Nebraska has canceled fall break, will hold classes on Labor Day and will end all in-person classes, including finals, at Thanksgiving break (Wednesday, Nov. 25). Here’s the full schedule as currently planned:
Aug. 17: Classes start on asynchronous remote learning basis
Aug. 24: In-person instruction begins for courses that have an in-person component
Classes meet on Labor Day and during fall break
Nov. 19-20: “Fifteenth Week” prep for finals
Nov. 21-25: Finals will take place
— University of Nebraska-Lincoln (@UNLincoln) May 29, 2020
Nebraska will then offer a three-week remote sessions, allowing for enhanced opportunities for students. This is called a “Fall Mini Session” and will run from Nov. 30-Dec. 18.
We are excited to offer a new, 3-week remote Fall Mini Session from Nov. 30-Dec. 18 to continue your educational journey through experiential learning, career preparedness, and unique course subjects.
— University of Nebraska-Lincoln (@UNLincoln) May 29, 2020
You can read the full statement from Chancellor Ronnie Green here.
