News
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March 12A message from President Swallow to students and families
I write with important updates regarding Carthage’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the United States. I know many of you are closely watching news of the outbreak’s rapid spread and far-reaching impact on travel, public gatherings, sporting events, global business operations, and — this week, especially — higher education. -
February 22February 22, 2021 — In an ongoing effort to keep folks informed, the COVID-19 Coordinating Committee will post weekly updates. Read about population testing, the Semler Fitness Center, and vehicular traffic. -
January 21Jan. 21, 2021 — Seminar classrooms have been reserved for students needing a space for remote learning. -
January 12Jan. 12, 2021 — All students, faculty, and staff are expected to abide by our guidelines to hold safe in-person events on campus. See our full guidelines for hosting gatherings on campus. -
December 10Dec. 10, 2020 — Students return to campus for spring semester on Monday, Jan. 11. Classes will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 12. Read more information about January arrival and move-in. -
December 9Dec. 9, 2020 — New resources will allow us to test a much larger population in the spring term. Carthage has secured resources to do testing in accordance with new athletic regulations. Carthage has also recruited more contact tracers for the spring term. Read more. -
November 30Nov. 30, 2020 — Carthage has altered the campus building hours for winter break from Monday, Nov. 30 through Sunday, Jan. 10. View campus building hours. -
November 10Nov. 10, 2020 — To accommodate students who wish to leave campus prior to residence halls closing on Tuesday, Nov. 24, we will remove the traffic barricades that restrict access to Campus Drive between Lentz Hall and the TARC on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Read about the new traffic pattern. -
November 9Nov. 9, 2020 — The state of Wisconsin is currently experiencing a dramatic rise in the number of positive COVID-19 cases, and the growth locally is significant. It is clear that we must take additional steps now to protect the health of our community, which is a foundational value. -
October 9October 9, 2020 — Keeping our community healthy and safe remains our highest priority. Recognizing that the COVID pandemic will likely continue through the winter months, we have modified the undergraduate J-Term and Spring semester calendars. Read about J-Term and Spring semester modifications. -
October 8October 8, 2020 — We want to recognize the exceptional amount of students following the #StaySafeCarthage guidelines! We know that this semester has not been easy, and we want to provide some recognition for your efforts. Learn more about #StaySafeCarthage incentives. -
September 30September 30, 2020 — Beginning Friday, Oct. 2, Carthage faculty and staff members can to sign up to receive text messages for their Daily Check-in.
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September 23September 22, 2020 — There are microfiber cloths and germicide spray in the classrooms for faculty and staff use. Learn were these items can be picked up. -
September 18Sept. 18, 2020 — It is extremely important that we all follow the #StaySafeCarthage guidelines, so we can keep each other healthy and continue in-person classes without disruption. Read the letter from the Dean of Students. -
September 15September 14, 2020 — Carthage has provided serval tools to help students self-monitor for COVID-19, including the Daily Check-in app, thermometers, and the smell test card. Read the reminder to monitor symptoms daily. -
September 11September 11, 2020 — Carthage has designated several small classrooms around campus as quiet places where students can study. Classroom capacity is limited for social distancing. Learn more about Remote Learning Classrooms and available times. -
September 4September 4, 2020 — This message is intended to provide answers to questions about what happens if students are not following the #StaySafeCarthage guidelines. Read COVID-19 conduct expectations. -
September 1Aug. 31, 2020 — An email has been sent out informing students, faculty, and staff that a member of the Carthage community has tested positive for COVID-19. Safety measures are being taken and a dashboard has been created to list important monitoring variables. Read about the case update and on-going dashboard. -
September 1August 31, 2020 — All Carthage services remain available to support students and employees, though the ways in which we work might have changed temporarily due to this crisis. The goal of our work and the energy and values we bring to it will remain steadfastly student-focused and student-first. -
August 31Aug. 31, 2020 — In addition to community testing resources, the College plans to offer testing on campus for students. Testing will be reserved for students who are symptomatic or have been in close contact with a person who has tested positive. Read more about community and on-campus testing. -
August 28August 28, 2020 — One of the most important ways to keep our community safe is to conduct symptom monitoring every day. All Carthage students and employees must self-monitor symptoms daily before leaving their residence hall rooms, coming to campus, or reporting to work. Learn about how to self-monitor for symptoms.
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August 24August, 24, 2020 — To provide the campus community with more ways to practice social distancing, LIS has launched a new capacity management tool. The online tool will let you know how busy various locations on campus are, based on wifi data. Check out the new capacity management tool.
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August 24Aug. 24, 2020 — Carthage faculty, staff, and students are expected to take steps to keep our community healthy. Faculty and staff members, we’ve created flyers and signs for you to hang in your offices. Download and print these signs. -
August 22August 22, 2020 — Carthage students go over #StaySafeCarthage guidelines and practices for staying safe on campus. Watch the #StaySafeCarthage video. -
August 19Aug. 19, 2020 — Faculty and staff: find answers to your questions about our plans to return to campus for fall 2020. -
August 19Aug. 19, 2020 — Face masks and face coverings can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Carthage requires face masks or face coverings in all common areas, during classes and meetings, and when physical distancing of at least 6 feet is not possible. Read about masks policies and best practices. -
August 19Aug. 19, 2020 — The #StaySafeCarthage Daily Check-in tool is now available for faculty and staff. Learn more about #StaySafeCarthage Daily Check-in. -
August 19Aug. 18, 2020 — Carthage has made the difficult decision to suspend all January 2021 Study Tours due to the pandemic. Carthage’s signature Study Tours provide students with transformational international experiences. This decision was necessary in order to ensure both the quality of those experiences and the safety of participants. There will be a full slate of on-campus courses this January. Read the FAQs. -
August 17Aug. 17, 2020 — Campus Recreation and the Athletic Department are working on ways to safely enable the Carthage community to engage in club and intramural sports. Read the club and intramural sports update. -
August 12Aug. 12, 2020 — Carthage has made modifications to the policies and procedures for campus visitors to make sure our community members and guests stay safe. Learn about the changes we’ve made to our admissions visits, overnight guest policies, and more.
