For questions and concerns directly related to the operations of the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences and its departments, centers and programs during the spring 2020 semester, please contact:
bsos-command-center [at] umd [dot] edu.
bsos-command-center [at] umd [dot] edu.
This email account will be monitored frequently, and every effort will be made to respond to inquiries in a timely manner. Thank you for your patience and flexibility.
COVID-19 Updates & Resources: latest information for the campus community
The University of Maryland has moved online for the spring 2020 semester.
Unfortunately, there will not be an in-person spring 2020 commencement.
FAQs and Further Updates
About Working and Teleworking
- Unless you are required to come to campus, we want you to stay away from campus. We want you to stay home, telework, and practice social distancing. Buildings on campus will be secured as they are on weekends and holidays; if you do not have access, please call the UMPD non-emergency number: 301-405-3555.
- The Office of Academic Computing Services (OACS) has a limited number of Chromebooks available on loan which will allow BSOS faculty, staff and student employees the ability to remotely connect to networks/desktop computers. Equipment will be loaned out at the discretion of OACS and unit supervisors. Email bsosvdi [at] umd [dot] edu to request.
- OACS has created an additional Online & Technology Resources Page
- For more information on teleworking, visit keepworking.umd.edu.
- DivIT resources for Zoom Web Conferencing
About Research
- Please monitor the Division of Research page for more information and important updates. Guidelines and restrictions have been updated frequently, so please check the page to ensure you have the most current information.
About Teaching
- Please monitor keepteaching.umd.edu
- DivIT resources for Zoom Web Conferencing
- ICONS simulations are available as a free tool to enhance online courses
About Learning
- Please monitor keeplearning.umd.edu
- Graduate student resources and FAQs: gradschool.umd.edu/coronavirus
About Community
- Please monitor keepconnected.umd.edu
About Recent Travel and Public Health
- Governor Larry Hogan has issued a statement that anyone who traveled recently, especially those who traveled for spring break, are to self-quarantine for two weeks following their travel, particularly avoiding contact with people over the age of 60 or those who are immunocompromised.
Information for Admitted Students
- Please monitor our Admitted Students Hub
