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  • Updated 2/01/2021:

    Goddard College is committed to the health and safety of its students, and employees; and to playing an active role in responding to COVID-19 in the larger community and beyond. This page provides an update of our current efforts and activities, and it will be updated as circumstances change.

    Spring 2021 Residencies 

    In light of the on-going public health threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting uncertainty that it is causing for the future, the College has decided to offer its fall semester residencies virtually beginning with the MFA in Creative Writing program in January. We don’t want to add to the pressures students are facing, wondering if it will be safe to travel, if they can afford to travel, and/or if they can further disrupt their lives to be away for a week. Likewise, we want students to have the best possible residency experience and there are still too many factors in play with social distancing measures, the gradual reopening of the economy, and potential flare-ups of the virus to plan effectively for on-site residencies. Students will be instructed in how their virtual residency will work by their program and other academic staff.  Our collective aim is to make these extraordinary times work for students, faculty, and staff in the best ways possible, to retain the experience of community, and to be as inclusive as possible. We are considering the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff, and how best to serve students in this very difficult time. We will continue to post updates in a timely manner.

    Status of Students Currently Enrolled for the Semester

    Given our distinctive low-residency academic model, most of the Goddard College students and faculty are actively engaged in their academic work from home. All academic and enrollment policies remain in effect, including existing published due dates and dates for mid-semester check-ins, and extension requests. Students who feel their work is being disrupted should contact their academic advisor and/or course mentor immediately. Students needing support are encouraged to reach out to the Community Life staff at studentlife@goddard.edu. Policies regarding Extenuating Circumstances Extensions and Withdrawing from the Semester are available in the Undergraduate Student Handbook and the Graduate Student Handbook. Both are available on the College’s website: https://www.goddard.edu/academics/curriculum-guides/

    Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)

    At this time, all of the additional funding for emergency CARES / HEERF support has been awarded.

    As you know, Congress has been working on releasing additional funds but have been stalled in their negotiations.  If we receive notice of additional funding, we will reopen the application process. Further information is available by contacting the Financial Aid Office at finaid@goddard.edu.

    HEERF Reporting Requirements: The school will need to be able to meet the reporting requirements in section 4(c) of the Certification and Agreement, which requires that schools report the following information:

    • How grants were distributed to students;
    • The amount of each grant awarded to each student;
    • How the amount of each grant was calculated; and
    • Any instructions or directions given to students about the grants.
    • Full Policy Link

    Goddard College HEERF Reporting

    Quarterly report Institutional Portion

    1/10/21 FINAL STUDENT REPORT

    This is our final report for 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter (December 31).

    The total amount of funds that Goddard College received under the HEERF student portion is $160,167. This was on 4/28/20.  $67,750 was awarded in the Spring 20 semester to 81 students.

    We opened up the award for the Fall 2020 semester once all the programs were enrolled.  The focus was on issues related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus.  Goddard has moved to virtual residencies and computer needs and support have increased.

    For the Spring 20 semester Goddard had 327 total Spring students.

    For the Fall 20 semester we have 365 enrolled students

    The number of Spring undergraduates was 129

    The number of Fall undergraduates is 138

    The total number of Title IV eligible students for Spring 20 is 213.

    We have received 361 FAFSAs for the 20-21 award year.  We do not have an alternative application form from the institution for this purpose.

    For Spring 2020, we awarded $67,750 to 81 students.  Awards ranged from $750 to $1000.

    For Fall 2020 we have awarded the remaining  $92,461  to  93 students. 

    All awards are for $1000.

    Spring 20, 33 BA/BFA students received a total of $31,750

    Fall 20, 34 BA/BFA students received a total of $ $34,000

    Spring 20, 48 MA/MFA students received a total of $36,000

    Fall 20, 59  MA/MFA students received a total of $58,417

    The awarding process was to email all students enrolled at their Goddard.edu address, directly from the financial aid mailbox.  A short application was completed and when received by the financial aid office, the award was processed.  The student accounts office mailed the checks during their normal check processing schedule.

    No receipts were required.

    Full Policy Link

    10/10/20 QUARTERLY REPORT

    This is our third 45 day report or the required 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter (September 30, December 31). 

    The total amount of funds that Goddard College received under the HEERF student portion is $160,167. This was on 4/28/20.  $67,750 was awarded in the Spring 20 semester to 81 students. 

    We opened the award for the Fall 2020 semester once all the programs were enrolled.  The focus is on issues related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus.  Goddard has moved to virtual residencies and computer needs and support have increased.

    These are not title IV funds but the student must meet Title IV general student eligibility criteria.   

    For the Spring 20 semester Goddard had 327 total Spring students 

    For the Fall 20 semester we have 365 total Fall students

    The number of Spring undergraduates was 129

    The number of Fall undergraduates is 138

    The total number of Title IV eligible students for Spring 20 was 213.

    We have received 361 FAFSAs for the 20-21 award year.  We do not have an alternative application form from the institution for this purpose.

    For Spring 2020, we awarded $67,750 to 81 students.  Awards range from $750 to $1000. 

    For Fall 2020,  as of 10/10/20 we awarded the remaining  $92,461  to 93 students.  All awards are for $1000.

    Spring 20, 33 BA/BFA students received a total of $31,750

    Fall 20, 34 BA/BFA students received a total of $34,000

    Spring 20, 48 MA/MFA students received a total of $36,000

    Fall 20, 59 MA/MFA students received a total of 58,417

    The awarding process was to alert all students enrolled, directly from the financial aid mailbox. A short application was completed and when received by the financial aid office, the award was processed.  The student accounts office mailed the checks during their normal check processing schedule.  

    No receipts were required.

    Full Policy Link

    COVID 19 INFORMATION – 45 DAY REPORTING 8/25/20

    This is our second 45 day report.  We have not awarded any additional HEERF grants as of our last reporting.  We will be opening up the award for the Fall 2020 semester once all programs are enrolled.  The focus will be on issues related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus.  Goddard has moved to virtual residencies and computer needs and support have increased.

    The total amount of funds that Goddard College received under the HEERF student portion is $160,167. This was on 4/28/20.

    These are not title IV funds but the student must meet Title IV general student eligibility criteria.  

    For the Spring 20 semester Goddard had 327 total Spring students

    The number of Spring undergraduates was 129

    The total number of Title IV eligible students for Spring 20 is 213.

    As of 7/1/20 we have awarded $67,750 to 81 students.  Awards range from $750 to $1000. 

    33 BA/BFA students received a total of $31,750

    48 MA/MFA students received a total of $36,000

    We will review our funding options and open the award for the Fall 2020 semester once all students are enrolled in their programs.  The awarding process will be similar to the spring procedure.

    COVID 19 INFORMATION – 45 DAY REPORTING 7/11/20

    Goddard College has signed and returned the certification and agreement form for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding.  We intend to use these funds to provide the mandated amount of the emergency financial grants to students.

    The total amount of funds that Goddard College has received under the HEERF student portion is $160,167. This was on 4/28/20.

    We will be awarding first to undergraduate students with preference to Pell eligible students. HEERF grants are intended to go directly to students related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus.  Cost of Attendance components such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses may be emergency expenses incurred due to the virus. These grants are not to be applied toward an outstanding balance, no institution debts, charges, fees or other amounts owed to the institution.

    These are not title IV funds but the student must meet Title IV general student eligibility criteria.   

    For the Spring 20 semester Goddard had 327 total Spring students

    The number of Spring undergraduates was 129

    The total number of Title IV eligible students for Spring 20 is 213.

    As of 7/1/20 we have awarded $67,750 to 81 students.  Awards range from $750 to $1000. 

    33 BA/BFA students received a total of $31,750

    48 MA/MFA students received a total of $36,000

    We will review our funding options and open the award for the Fall 2020 semester once all students are enrolled in their programs.  The awarding process will be similar to the spring procedure.

    COVID 19 INFORMATION – 30 DAY REPORTING 5/27/20

    Goddard College has signed and returned the certification and agreement form for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding.  We intend to use these funds to provide the mandated amount of the emergency financial grants to students.

    The total amount of funds that Goddard College has received under the HEERF student portion is $160,167. This was on 4/28/20.

    We will be awarding first to undergraduate students with preference to Pell eligible students. HEERF grants are intended to go directly to students related to the disruption of campus operations due to the coronavirus.  Cost of Attendance components such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care expenses may be emergency expenses incurred due to the virus. These grants are not to be applied toward an outstanding balance, no institution debts, charges, fees or other amounts owed to the institution.

    These are not title IV funds but the student must meet Title IV general student eligibility criteria. 

    For the Spring 20 semester Goddard had 327 total Spring students

    The number of Spring undergraduates was 129

    The total number of Title IV eligible students for Spring 20 is 213.

    As of 5/27/20 we have awarded $32,500 to 26 students.  Awards range from $750 to $1000. 

    All students were given the link above with the information on the grant.  All enrolled students were also sent an email from financial aid outlining eligibility requirements and the link to the form to submit.

    Internet Assistance for Low Income Families (Link)

    Updated For COVID-19: Guide To Internet Plans For Low And Fixed-Income Households

    Goddard College and the Agency of Health Services Wellness and Recovery Center

    Goddard College was formerly in communication with the Vermont Agency of Health Services regarding the requested use of a portion of the Goddard College campus as a temporary Wellness and Recovery Center for people who are recovering from COVID-19. However, on April 10, 2020, Goddard College was informed by the State that the Governor’s Executive order is working, and that some facilities identified in the early stages of their response (including the Goddard College campus) are no longer needed to execute their response plans. As such, plans for this temporary use of the campus have been cancelled.

    Ongoing Care Suggestions

    Hand-washing remains paramount to personal safety as well as changing personal habits: no touching the face, regular sanitizing of counters, doorknobs and common surfaces, sneezing and/or coughing into your elbow, and staying home if you are feeling sick at all. Current recommendations for staying well and keeping others well include physical social distancing. Avoid crowds wherever possible and keep six feet of distance between you and others. For our most vulnerable populations, those with compromised immune systems and those 50 and older, the physical social distancing is the most important consideration. The next 2 – 6 weeks is a crucial time to stay socially distant and protect yourself from contamination. Reach out to community supports for help with groceries, prescriptions etc. For those who must still work or be out and about in the community, wash your hands, use hand sanitizer and be clear about no touching or social distancing. It’s more than okay to set good boundaries.

    Physical social distancing does not mean social isolation. There are many safe ways to connect with friends and loved ones, and it is important to do so at this time. Consider starting a Zoom account so you can have virtual get-togethers with loved ones or use video calls from apps such as FaceTime, Facebook Messenger or Skype to name a few.

    There are many different flu and virus strains currently circulating as well as the COVID-19 virus. We will hear about more cases of the Coronavirus confirmed in the next few weeks as testing protocols are instituted. Initially, treatment for all flu and virus symptoms remains the same – lots of liquid, bedrest, over the counter medications for aches and pains. Be alert for an increased fever or an ongoing dry cough. Call your doctor and check in with them to determine what other action should be taken at what point in your symptom development. 

    You will be receiving ongoing letters from Community Life as we are in this crisis period together. Student Life Coordinator Liz Medina will send out some further news about health tips. Access and Disability Support Coordinator Suzy Shedd will create notes for students about study habits and Anne Connor will suggest helpful ideas about staying grounded, focused and present during this time of unprecedented global stress. Community Life wants to be in touch and supportive at this time.  

    Employee Work Disruption

    Faculty who feel their work is being disrupted should contact their program director/lead faculty member, the Academic Affairs Office (academicaffairs@goddard.edu), and/or the Human Resources Office (HR@goddard.edu) depending on the nature of the disruption. Likewise staff members should contact their director supervisor and/or the Human Resources Office.

    Uncertainty is stressful. If employees are experiencing a high level of stress during this uncertain time, we encourage employees to access our Employee Assistance Plan (https://www.investeap.org/).

    Vermont Campus Events

    In order to reduce risk, we have cancelled all events scheduled for the Plainfield, VT campus until further notice. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as soon as they are available. 

    Library

    We are following the VT State guideline for limited re-opening of the Eliot D. Pratt Library for in-person Library Services and Space use Starting July 1st, 2020 

    For more information follow this link: https://www.goddard.edu/lits/

    Actions Taken at the Plainfield, VT Campus and WA Instructional Sites in Port Townsend and Seattle

    While students are not presently on site in Plainfield, Port Townsend, and Seattle, the safety and health of Goddard College employees is a high priority. As such, we have taken the following steps:

    • All employees who can work remotely are working remotely. While working remotely, we are asking that supervisors and employees maintain daily scheduled phone or Zoom check-ins.
    • All employees are using telephone and Zoom meetings instead of face-to-face meetings.
    • We require that employees not report to work while experiencing respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headaches, chills or fatigue. No employee should hold in person meetings in any locations if experiencing these symptoms.
    • All employees are asked to wash their hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds, and to cover their mouth with tissues whenever they sneeze, and discard used tissues in the trash.
    • Avoid people who are sick with respiratory symptoms.
    • Clean frequently touched surfaces.

    Spring 2020 MFAIA and Fall 2020 Residencies

    The last residency of the spring 2020 semester, MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts in Port Townsend WA, took place March 20 – 28, 2020. It  was conducted in a virtual format. The move to an online format for the MFAIA-WA residency was in direct response to the health and safety risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. While the College had already decided to shift the residency from in-person to virtual, a subsequent directive Washington’s Governor Inslee prohibiting on-campus instruction at all post-secondary institutions in Washington State made the shift mandatory.  

    Students, faculty, and staff directly impacted by this change received more detailed information about these plans, and worked together to create an enriching and vibrant virtual residency experience. While our academic model benefits from the periodic physical gathering of faculty and students for deep and authentic learning, we have seen that the mixed media artists of this program were able to come together to create something beautiful and meaningful out of these unexpected circumstances. In fact, as an experimental and experimenting college, we looked forward to using this unexpected collection of events to experiment and explore new possibilities together.

    As the pandemic continued, all Fall 2020 residencies were moved to the virtual format. Improving from what we learned during the Spring 2020 MFAIA residency, the Fall 2020 Virtual Residencies were very successful.

    Travel 

    Any travel for official Goddard College business that is scheduled through May 15 must be submitted to the Executive Leadership Team for review prior to reservation. All international travel is suspended and we ask that employees minimize domestic travel for college purposes until further notice. Travel requests should be emailed to presidents.office@goddard.edu.

    Communication

    Questions, concerns, or media inquiries can be directed to Presidents.Office@Goddard.edu. 

    Recommended Resources to Learn More About COVID-19

    For more detailed and current information about COVID-19, please consult the following sources:

    • The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
    • World Health Organization Updates
    • Vermont Department of Health Updates 
    • Johns Hopkins Center for Health and Security

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