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In Memoriam: Rhoda Bier-Weissman

In Memoriam: Rhoda Bier-Weissman
From: President Mark McCormick
July 26, 2021

Middlesex College has received notice of the passing of Rhoda Bier-Weissman, retired Student Records Assistant, on July 21, 2021. She started at the College in 1975.

https://www.chubenkofh.com/obituary/rhoda-bier-weissman

Colleague/Self Service Maintenance for August

Colleague and Self Service will be unavailable for all students, faculty and staff on the following dates in August 2021:

1. Thursday, August 5th from 7pm to 9pm for software updates
2. Friday, August 20th from 7pm to 8pm for 21/SM FTE reporting

Please mark your calendars accordingly.

Important Updates to Middlesex College COVID-19 Protocols

From: Mark McCormick, President
Subject: Important Updates to Middlesex College COVID-19 Protocols
Date: July 14, 2021

As many of us in our College community continue to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and in light of the recent easing of many of the Governor’s earlier Executive Orders, I am writing to you to provide an update on the College’s COVID-19 protocols. Many thanks to the members of the Return to Campus Task Force, chaired by Don Drost and comprised of faculty and staff from across the College, for updating their recommendations after reviewing updated state and federal guidance. As we move forward, we will continue to follow the guidance from the NJ Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, the NJ Department of Health, Middlesex County, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Starting Monday, July 19, 2021, in accordance with Governor Murphy’s Executive Orders 242/243 and based on CDC guidance, the following modified COVID-19 protocols will be in effect for all Middlesex College locations, buildings, and facilities.

• All employees, students and visitors must continue to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status. This position on indoor masking will be reassessed leading into the beginning of the new academic year, and any adjustments communicated in advance of August 30.
• The wearing of masks outdoors is no longer required. However, unvaccinated individuals are encouraged to wear a mask outdoors while in a group setting.
• The six-foot social distancing requirement is eliminated in all areas, including classrooms, common areas, and offices. Unvaccinated individuals are encouraged, where feasible, to continue maintaining a safe distance from others.
• All daily online symptom questionnaires will be discontinued. If you experience fever, cough, shortness of breath or any other symptom consistent with COVID-19, stay home. Employees should contact their supervisor for guidance.
• On-campus meetings and gatherings can now resume without any capacity restrictions. Note that many meetings may continue on Zoom.
• Middlesex College will continue to comply with all State and CDC guidance related to quarantines. Note that employees can no longer apply accrued sick days to cover an absence from work due to quarantine.

I again want to urge anyone who has not yet received the COVID-19 vaccine to consider doing so. The Middlesex County website contains information on the COVID-19 vaccine.

As we approach the beginning of the new academic year, any changes to these protocols will be communicated in advance. Thanks for your dedication to our mission and our students throughout this pandemic. I look forward to beginning the Fall semester with a renewed enthusiasm as we begin our “new normal” together.

L’Hommedieu Hall Closed

Effective Monday, July 12, 2021, L’Hommedieu Hall will be closed for asbestos abatement as part of the construction of the new dental clinic.  No one will be permitted in the entire building during this period. It is anticipated that the building will reopen on Monday, August 2, 2021.

The abatement work is being performed by a licensed abatement contractor and being observed by an independent air monitoring firm as well as state and township inspectors.

The safety of everyone involved is of utmost importance. Please do not enter the building during this period.

Contact Don Drost at DDrost@Middlesexcc.edu with any concerns.

Watch It Wednesdays for July

Watch It Wednesdays for National Parks and Recreation Month: Join Library Services Wednesday, July 14th from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM for “The Scripture of Nature” Watch Party about America’s national parks.

Watch It Wednesdays for Disaster Education and Awareness Month: Join Library Services Wednesday, July 28th from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM for “The Perfect Storm” Watch Party.

Zoom access: https://bit.ly/middlesexcollegelibraryzoom

In Memoriam: Lucrieta Reyes

From: President Mark McCormick
July 8, 2021

It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of Lucrieta M. Reyes, wife of Luis Reyes, senior administrative assistant of the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF). Lucrieta passed away on July 4. Our thoughts are with Luis and his family.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 10, in New Brunswick. To learn more about funeral arrangements, including how to post a tribute or to make a contribution in Lucrieta’s memory, visit the Buckland Funeral Home website: bucklandfuneralhome.com/obituary/Lucrieta-Reyes

VIEWING

Saturday, July 10, 2021
10AM – 12PM
Tabernacle Baptist Church
239 George Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, July 10, 2021
12PM
Tabernacle Baptist Church
239 George Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Healthy Perspective Digest – July 2021

Wellness Coaches, Healthy Perspectives Digest (July, 2021). This month’s digest includes:

• Staying Active in Warm Weather
• Avocados
• Salad Selections
• Coming out of the Fog
• Quality Time
• Avoid or Advance?

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to incorporate healthy habits into your lifestyle. We hope you enjoy this month’s digest (Please view attachment to read full articles). Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule a private consultation with Wellness Coach, Deb at dpatetta@wcusa.com. Thanks!

Attachment:     Healthy Perspectives Digest – July 2021

Middlesex County Self-Care BINGO WINNERS!

Congratulations Self-Care Bingo Winners!

• Sharon Edwards
• William Walsh
• Barbara Hayes
• Adrian Kabigting
• Joey Tivenan-Mackintosh

Attachment:     Middlesex County Self-Care Bingo Winners!