Resources for faculty and researchers during COVID-19
General information
Updated guidance on face coverings, vaccinations, and other guidelines:
President Gabel's May 14 email about the updated CDC guidance
Updates on May 7 and May 28 indoor and outdoor venue capacity changes:
President Gabel's May 6 email about Minnesota COVID-19 restrictions being lifted
University's COVID-19 Restriction Exception information for units who wish to keep restrictions in place:
COVID-19 Restriction Exception process
All staff and faculty who can work from home should to continue to do so through at least Aug. 2, 2021:
Office of Human Resources Working Remotely webpage
Employees who have returned or still may need to return to their University work spaces to complete their work, should follow University guidance:
University’s Return to Work Sunrise Plan
Masks no longer required in most settings for those who are vaccinated:
Face coverings information webpage
Information regarding the University's plan for the COVID-19 vaccine:
University vaccination information and planning
Information about the University's COVID-19 Saliva Testing Program:
MTest webpage
Information for faculty and staff with caregiving responsibilities:
Information on childcare resources, tenure clock extension, and more
The University’s restriction on University-purpose international travel has been lifted:
COVID-19 Updates for Travelers
University updates
University of Minnesota COVID-19 updates:
Safe Campus website
Parking & Transportation updates:
COVID-19 FAQ Page
Research resources
Guidance about University of Minnesota research activities during COVID-19:
Office of the Vice President for Research COVID-19 Guidance for the Research Community
More resources for the U of M research community:
Research resources during the COVID-19 pandemic
Ordering protective products and cleaning supplies:
U Market
Best practices for cleaning work spaces:
University Health and Safety COVID-19 Guidance (PDF)
Funding to research related to COVID-19:
Office of the Vice President for Research COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants
Online library services and resources to help with research during the campus closure:
University Libraries
Teaching resources
Resources and real-time help for remote teaching:
UMN Keep Teaching
Personalized support for remote teaching:
Center for Educational Innovation
Online library services and resources to help with alternative instruction:
University Libraries
Information on how you can make your online teaching more accessible for those with disabilities:
Keep Teaching Accessibility
Updates on a variety of academic-related issues from the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost:
COVID-19 Academic Planning FAQ
What instructors need to know regarding accessibility, accommodation, and the Disability Resource Center during COVID-19:
Disability Resource Center
Undergraduate education policy updates and other resources:
Office of Undergraduate Education website
Graduate education updates and resources:
Graduate School
Guidance for community-based and other field-based experiences:
Office for Public Engagement
Supervisors toolkit
Information and resources for reporting and managing COVID-19 cases for employees:
- Supervisor Resource: Steps to Take with a Possible COVID-19 Diagnosis
- Supervisor Resource: How to Report a Potential or Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in the Workplace
- Supervisor Resource: What to do if an Employee is Sick or Has Been Exposed to COVID-19
- Supervisor Resource: What to do if an Employee is Uncomfortable Returning to Work or Refuses to Return To Work
- Communication Guidelines: Managing COVID-19 Cases and Exposure in the Workplace
Technology Help
Personalized technology help with Canvas from the Office of Information Technology:
Academic Technology Support Services
Download and log in to Zoom:
Zoom@UMN
Zoom auto-transcription:
Zoom: Manage Automatic Live Transcription
Zoom self-help guides:
Teach, Meet, and Learn with Zoom
Zoom security tips:
Zoom quick guide
UMN and CSE-branded Zoom backgrounds:
Zoom virtual backgrounds
Diversity and inclusivity
Virtual resources and trainings:
Office of Equity and Diversity Resources
Community of diversity advocates:
CSE Diversity and Inclusivity Alliance
Working from home
Services and technologies for working at home:
Office of Information Technology Working and Learning Off Campus
Information for supervisors about working remotely:
Office of Human Resources Working Remotely
Human resources
Information regarding Promotion and Tenure, Awards, and Annual Reviews:
Faculty and Academic Affairs
Workplace guidance for COVID-19 including leaves and benefits:
Office of Human Resources
Get involved
Faculty, staff, and students helping university COVID-19 response:
University COVID Action Network (U-CAN)
Health and wellness
UMN RecWell COVID-19 updates and frequently asked questions:
Recreation and Wellness website
Physical, mental and financial health resources:
Office of Human Resources Virtual Care
On-campus clinics:
Boynton Health COVID-19 updates
Wellbeing resources:
- Stress Busters: Free Stress-Reduction Classes
- Wellbeing Program Opportunities During COVID-19
- Wellbeing Webinars from Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing
If it’s necessary for you to be on campus, get an escort from the Safe Walk Program by calling 612-624-9255 (WALK). Learn more on the UMN Safe Campus website.
News and events
University COVID-19 news:
University stories, insights, expertise
Virtual events at the university:
Events Calendar - University of Minnesota
Virtual events for the CSE Community:
CSE Events Calendar
Report racial bias and discrimination
Disease does not discriminate. Racial discrimination and stereotyping is not tolerated at the U of M. If you experience or witness harassment or discrimination related to the COVID-19 outbreak, report it to the Bias Response & Referral Network.
Did we miss any resources? Contact us at csecomm@umn.edu.