(Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

U of L campus access heavily restricted

Mar 30, 2020 | 4:43 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Due to the ongoing pressure of the COVID-19 pandemic and the high volumes of people frequently attending, the University of Lethbridge has restricted access to its campus.

They are abiding by the recommendations of Alberta Health to limit public gatherings are encourage social distancing.

“It’s important we think about the health and safety needs of the U of L community as well as the southern Alberta community first and foremost,” says President and Vice-Chancellor Mike Mahon. “I commend our faculty, staff, and students for coming together to make this happen. That we have created, in a very short time, an environment that allows our students to complete the term, is remarkable.”

For the time being, only select faculty and staff will be allowed access to the campus.

This includes staff who are required to work on campus for operational continuity, personnel required for critical ongoing research continuity, students without remote access to the internet, and one-time access from students in extraordinary circumstances.

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Students in need of wi-fi or computer access will only be able to access Anderson Hall.

As for those conducting research, they will have to send in an application, which can be accessed here.

“Every indication we are getting from health authorities is that this is a crucial week in our communities for stemming the spread of COVID-19,” adds Mahon. “Physical distancing is something we can all do our part to control. If we, as a community, work together and really pay heed to the advice of our health professionals, it’s been shown we will be able to slow down the rate of transmission. Only a collective effort will help us keep our community healthy.”

LNN was told by a university spokesperson that no students are currently residing in the UHall residence facility. Approximately 30 people are still living in student residence, but they have been moved around to different buildings to ensure they can maintain a proper physical distance.