COVID-19 Pandemic Action Team

Fiscal Year 2021

Point of Contact: Gena Barela gbarela@nmsu.edu  

Authorizing Body or Offical: Chancellor

Type of Board: Adhoc

Scope of Impact: System

Purpose:

As a result of the COVID-19 shutdown a team was assembled to plan for the return of students, faculty, and staff to the NMSU campuses by developing solutions to challenges regarding teaching and learning, student services, residence life, and campus dining. Additionally, they will address modifications needed for classrooms, research, human resource practices, safety protocols, and business operations. The team will communicate regularly with the NMSU community to ensure you are up to date regarding our progress.

Authority:

Advisory to Chancellor

Chair: Vice Chancellor Ruth Johnston ruthj@nmsu.edu 

Incoming Chair / Term Begins (if applicable):  Vice Chancellor Ruth Johnston

How are the chair and members appointed? Combination

What university function/office is responsible for future appointments? Chancellor's Office

What university office/function provides administrative support to this board or committee? Strategic System Services

Are there any requirements for the number of meetings to be held? No requirement

In the past fiscal year, what accomplishments have been made (if applicable)?  

Created guidelines for return to campus plans, occupancy, etc.

Created tiger teams to address specfic issues

Communication tools:  website, newsletter, memos to all employees, etc.