Dear international students and scholars,
We know that recent federal, state and university guidelines have created challenges and concerns for all of us, so we are writing to assure you that the University of Delaware is committed to supporting your unique needs as international students.
If you decide to remain on campus, the University will continue to provide you with housing, meals, technology and other important resources to support your continued academic success. We are committed to helping you stay safe and healthy and the University has no intention of requiring you to move off campus or return to your home country.
As you read in President Assanis’
message on March 15, the University is in the process of closing the residence halls and asked most students to move out of on-campus housing immediately. However, the University will continue to provide housing for international students who are following University guidance that prohibits international travel, and for those who cannot travel due to government restrictions. By drastically reducing the number of students in the residence halls, those who remain on campus will be able to safely practice social distancing, which is advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to control the spread of COVID-19.
If you haven’t already done so, please complete the form that was emailed to you from
Residence Life and Housing
to request continued on-campus housing. If you have additional questions, contact your Residence Hall Coordinator at (302) 831-4663.
Dining Services will continue to provide food options on campus for students who remain at UD.
In addition to housing and meals, many other resources on campus will remain available to you. While some staff members may not be in their offices, they are working remotely and are committed to supporting you.
- UD Library, Museums and Press
- The library will reopen when classes resume on March 30 (with adjusted hours) so that you will have access to technology and academic resources. Online assistance is available here.
Again, we are doing all we can to protect your health, safety, and well-being and support you during this tumultuous time.
With best wishes,
Adam D. Cantley
Dean of Students
Ravi Ammigan, Ph.D.
Associate Deputy Provost, International Programs
