Dear ESF Students,
In our continuing efforts to meet student needs, we are extending the deadline for a very brief window – through Sept. 4, 2020 – to select the option to study online. This will be the final opportunity to make this change for the Fall 2020 semester.
First-year students who choose this option may waive the requirement to live in Centennial Hall for the Fall 2020 semester only, but will be subject to a $300 cleaning fee. At this time, the requirement to live in Centennial Hall will apply for the Spring 2021 semester for first-year students.
Upperclass students who have a signed contract with Centennial Hall and opt to study completely online may also opt out of their Centennial Hall contract for the Fall 2020 Semester only and will also be subject to a $300 cleaning fee.
Process to Choose Online Only for Fall 2020
Communicate Your Decision
To officially declare a change to your status for the Fall 2020 term from a residential student to an online-only student you must respond to an Action Item on the new ESF Student Portal. You can access that portal at https://banner.esf.edu/StudentSelfService. (A document is attached explaining other details about ESF Student Portal access.) The Action Item will be called "Fall 2020 COVID Student Status." The deadline for responding is Sept. 4, 2020, at 4:00 p.m.
Students who are selecting a Fall 2020 semester online instruction option who wish to opt out of an existing housing contract with Centennial Hall should email their intention to centennialhall@greystar.com by Sept. 4, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. and plan to vacate the building by Sun., Sept. 6, 2020. A confirmation email will be returned for your records.
As pleased as we are that we can offer you this option, we know that it is a pivotal decision. If you have questions, please contact your advisor or Department Chair. We are eager to help you make the best decision for your academic career.
Sincerely,
Dr. David Newman
Interim Provost
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Department Chairs
