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COVID-19 resources
Students
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COVID-19 resources for the LAS community

We're here to support you

The College of LAS is dedicated to ensuring our students continue to receive a world-class education while they, our faculty, and our staff remain healthy and safe. We are also striving to make positive change towards eradicating the impacts of COVID-19 through groundbreaking research and support within the community and beyond.

Here, you will find resources for students, faculty, staff, and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 


COVID-19 LAS news and innovation

Shaowen Wang
Mapping the fight against COVID-19
Researchers help identify areas in Illinois that need healthcare resources for the pandemic
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Partnering against the pandemic
COVID-Corps seeks to grow outreach, connections, and learning during a challenging time
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WhereCOVID platform illustration
Professors selected to study the impact of COVID-19
Geospatial Software Institute Conceptualization Project seeks to help vulnerable populations
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Student helps administer COVID-19 test
COVID-19 campus testing program in full swing
More than a quarter million tests conducted since students return for fall semester
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Political buttons marked with coronavirus
COVID-19 and the elections: What can we expect?
Political scientist discusses the impact of the pandemic during a pivotal election year
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Erik Procko
Decoy receptor neutralizes coronavirus in cell cultures
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College advising

We're here to make sure you get the help you need. The LAS Student Academic Affairs Office offers advising through an online live chat or through a walk-in system on Zoom.

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Student resources
From information on academic adjustments to courses focused on COVID-19 topics, this guide will help students throughout the College of LAS as they navigate the Fall 2020 semester.
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Faculty & staff resources
Questions about returning to campus or completing online instruction or work? View this guide for resources from the College of LAS to ensure a safe and productive semester.
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Opportunities to learn during COVID-19

LAS is proud to extend opportunities to get involved with the innovative research happening throughout the college. 

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