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Monthly Archives: March 2020

Mar 03, 2020

CAS Offering Tutoring Online

2020-04-13T14:32:09-05:00March 24th, 2020|

For the remainder of the spring semester, the CAS has tutoring online. Students should visit TutorTrac, choose the class in which they need tutoring and click on the appointment that fits their schedule. Most appointments will be via Zoom. Detailed instructions on how to download Zoom and schedule appointments can be found on the CAS [...]

Mar 03, 2020

City of St. Joseph Shelter in Place

2020-03-25T12:55:40-05:00March 24th, 2020|

St. Joseph has issued a shelter-in-place ordinance in effect from 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24 through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, April 2. Because educational institutions and government entities are deemed “essential” to community operations, our campus and operations are exempt from this new order. Visit the city website for more information.   

Mar 03, 2020

St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce Resources

2020-03-25T12:55:40-05:00March 24th, 2020|

St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce Message The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce has created a list of resources for small businesses during this trying time. They have also created Couch & Click, a list of local restaurants and retailers that are offering pick up and delivery. Click here to visit their site.  

Mar 03, 2020

COVID-19 Student Fund

2020-03-24T12:15:54-05:00March 24th, 2020|

COVID-19 has rapidly caused disruptions and financial struggles in the lives of our students. Employment is limited, and students are facing struggles they never saw coming. Many of our students who were already in financial jeopardy are now lacking basic needs. Please make a gift today to make a difference in the lives of our [...]

Mar 03, 2020

Media Inquiries

2020-03-24T12:06:47-05:00March 24th, 2020|

Members of the news media should contact Kent Heier at kheier@missouriwestern.edu or (816) 271-4124 with any questions about Missouri Western’s response to the coronavirus.

Mar 03, 2020

Additional Campus Measures and Closures

2020-03-25T13:59:33-05:00March 24th, 2020|

Missouri Western takes the health, welfare, and safety of our community very seriously. As announced on Friday, we are joining widespread efforts to protect our employees against the spread of the COVID-19 virus by reducing the number of employees who are physically on campus through a combination of limiting on-campus operations, remote working, relaxed paid [...]

Mar 03, 2020

Residential Life

2020-03-24T15:56:36-05:00March 23rd, 2020|

Residents, You have not yet checked out of the Residence Halls. Please read this in its entirety for complete checkout instructions. All residents must vacate the halls by April 1. The City of Saint Joseph has issued a Stay At Home order effective at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, and continuing until 11:59 p.m. [...]

Mar 03, 2020

Bookstore Operations

2020-04-28T10:41:51-05:00March 20th, 2020|

Bookstore Operations The bookstore is currently closed. Free Shipping We are offering free regular ground shipping for all orders placed through the Missouri Western Bookstore website. This will automatically apply to all qualifying orders at checkout. Access to eTextbooks Utilizing the VitalSource platform, students can access free eTextbooks through May 25, 2020. To get started, [...]

Mar 03, 2020

Remote Working – Employee Work/Leave Policy Update 3/20/2020

2020-03-24T08:44:07-05:00March 20th, 2020|

Due to the unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 outbreak, we have updated our work/leave policies and provided remote work guidelines for departments and supervisors. Please review these documents, located on the HR webpage. COVID-19 Work/Leave Policies COVID-19: Remote Work Guidelines for Departments & Supervisors  

Mar 03, 2020

Limiting On Campus Operations and Working from Home 3/20/2020

2020-03-23T16:12:43-05:00March 20th, 2020|

Dear Colleagues: Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we continue to respond to the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation. We are facing unprecedented challenges as this pandemic disrupts almost every aspect of our lives. At the same time, we are encouraged by the efforts, understanding, and responsiveness of our campus community. In an effort [...]