The Coronavirus
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Spocky Ramone
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[quote="bamafan" post=380548]Someone should redo the song My Sharona as My Corona with word changes.[/quote]
Weird Al has a Knack for that
Weird Al has a Knack for that
[quote="Knight" post=380544]Over cautious reactions to this virus.
24-Hour news cycle and cable news furling the fears.[/quote]
Yea being overly cautious is how you’re supposed to be in this kind of situation. Don’t want to ignore it and have it spread everywhere
24-Hour news cycle and cable news furling the fears.[/quote]
Yea being overly cautious is how you’re supposed to be in this kind of situation. Don’t want to ignore it and have it spread everywhere
Love the term " social distancing " they are using all the time when talking about Corona Virus.
I've been using that term for years to avoid getting sucked into my friends little kids bday parties or for their second marriages when I just spent $$ on their first wedding several years before that or for their kids weddings and now this year I'll be using that term to avoid having to go to a 50th birthday party every freakiing weekend
Already used Corona Virus to get out of a friend throwing a 50th bday party for herself down in Florida next month
I've been using that term for years to avoid getting sucked into my friends little kids bday parties or for their second marriages when I just spent $$ on their first wedding several years before that or for their kids weddings and now this year I'll be using that term to avoid having to go to a 50th birthday party every freakiing weekend
Already used Corona Virus to get out of a friend throwing a 50th bday party for herself down in Florida next month
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Class of 72
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Certainly will be making travel decisions more complicated. We are heading to Hilton Head in 2 weeks and then have to deal with a wedding in the Spring in Italy where we would be kissing over 50 relatives. Getting there may not be a problem but returning may become an adventure. I, and Italians in general, don't do well in quarantine because we are social animals. I'm trying to stay positive by looking at the math. There are 7.7 billion people in the world and around 110,000 have become infected. That is only.0.0000129 per cent of the world population. Hoping good health and safety to all.
Spocky Ramone
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[quote="OhioFan" post=380634]We don't have any cases in NE Ohio (yet). However at Mass today there were plenty of people who didn't want to shake hands at peace be with you. Next week there will be many more.
Let's all say a prayer for those who have the virus.
Rich[/quote]
Interesting factoid - the inclusion of the “sign of peace” portion of the mass is actually optional and is determined at the diocesan level (so are some holy days of obligation, like All Saints Day. Everyone’s on the hook for Christmas). My diocese has suspended it and doesn’t even mention it, like it was never even there. Also, holy water is no longer available upon entering the church.
Let's all say a prayer for those who have the virus.
Rich[/quote]
Interesting factoid - the inclusion of the “sign of peace” portion of the mass is actually optional and is determined at the diocesan level (so are some holy days of obligation, like All Saints Day. Everyone’s on the hook for Christmas). My diocese has suspended it and doesn’t even mention it, like it was never even there. Also, holy water is no longer available upon entering the church.
Spocky Ramone
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[quote="Class of 72" post=380638]Certainly will be making travel decisions more complicated. We are heading to Hilton Head in 2 weeks and then have to deal with a wedding in the Spring in Italy where we would be kissing over 50 relatives. Getting there may not be a problem but returning may become an adventure. I, and Italians in general, don't do well in quarantine because we are social animals. I'm trying to stay positive by looking at the math. There are 7.7 billion people in the world and around 110,000 have become infected. That is only.0.0000129 per cent of the world population. Hoping good health and safety to all.[/quote]
I know a few people who have already cancelled spring trips to Italia. Proceed with caution so that you are home in time for the start of next season.
I know a few people who have already cancelled spring trips to Italia. Proceed with caution so that you are home in time for the start of next season.
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Invest in the market as it slides downward. These will seem like bargains 6-18 months from now.
[quote="Spocky Ramone" post=380643][quote="Class of 72" post=380638]Certainly will be making travel decisions more complicated. We are heading to Hilton Head in 2 weeks and then have to deal with a wedding in the Spring in Italy where we would be kissing over 50 relatives. Getting there may not be a problem but returning may become an adventure. I, and Italians in general, don't do well in quarantine because we are social animals. I'm trying to stay positive by looking at the math. There are 7.7 billion people in the world and around 110,000 have become infected. That is only.0.0000129 per cent of the world population. Hoping good health and safety to all.[/quote]
I know a few people who have already cancelled spring trips to Italia. Proceed with caution so that you are home in time for the start of next season.[/quote]
All of Italy is under lockdown now--if you go, get a hazmat suit with a respirator. Italy limiting #'s at funeral mass now, so weddings s/b same. Maybe "attend" by Skype or your relatives could show it on line
I know a few people who have already cancelled spring trips to Italia. Proceed with caution so that you are home in time for the start of next season.[/quote]
All of Italy is under lockdown now--if you go, get a hazmat suit with a respirator. Italy limiting #'s at funeral mass now, so weddings s/b same. Maybe "attend" by Skype or your relatives could show it on line
St. John's following many other local schools and suspending in-person classes. Letter from the president:
Conrado "Bobby" Gempesaw, Ph.D.
President
I write to update you on the latest decision made to address how St. John’s University is responding to the escalating coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. First, let me report that there are no known cases of COVID-19 at this time on any of the St. John’s University campuses or locations. The safety and well-being of our students and the entire University community are of primary importance.
Out of an abundance of caution, effective Tuesday, March 10, 2020, the University is suspending face-to-face instruction at all locations as an additional effort to keep our community healthy and assist with the containment of the spread of COVID-19. There will not be classes of any kind held on Tuesday, March 10 and Wednesday, March 11. As previously communicated, the University will move to online instruction effective Thursday, March 12. Online instruction will continue through Friday, March 27. The University will provide future updates of how academic instruction will be delivered and communicate any changes as early as circumstances permit to ensure that students receive the instruction needed to complete coursework.
Students that are participating at practicum sites, student teaching, or clinical rotations should continue until further guidance is given by their Dean’s office.
All residential students are required to return home by Wednesday, March 11, at the latest. Students are advised to take what they need from their rooms before leaving campus, e.g., all textbooks, notes, course materials, etc., so that they can continue their coursework online.
Students who cannot return home will be allowed to remain in their assigned residence halls. Montgoris Dining Hall will remain open to serve those students. Students must contact Residential Life for authorization to remain on campus. The visitation policy is suspended until further notice. This includes overnight guests and daytime guests. No St. John’s commuter students are permitted as guests.
All New York campuses will remain open for business operations. By Thursday, March 12, staff and administrators will be informed by their supervisors as to whether they are required to work from home or report to campus. Information Technology is finalizing plans to provide any required technology and connectivity assistance.
Effective immediately, University events are cancelled, at least through March 27. Event organizers are responsible for informing guests and attendees that their event has been cancelled. This includes outside organizers renting space at St. John’s.
The University has set up a COVID-19 page to post communications and up-to-date information regarding St. John’s preventive measures to ensure the health and safety of the members of our community at www.stjohns.edu/coronavirus. Please see the latest March 9th update providing additional information in response to community concerns.
If you have any questions about COVID-19 or potential cases, please call Student Health Services at 718 990-6360 (select option 4).
I wish to thank our campus community for their continued support and understanding during these challenging times.
Conrado "Bobby" Gempesaw, Ph.D.
President
I write to update you on the latest decision made to address how St. John’s University is responding to the escalating coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. First, let me report that there are no known cases of COVID-19 at this time on any of the St. John’s University campuses or locations. The safety and well-being of our students and the entire University community are of primary importance.
Out of an abundance of caution, effective Tuesday, March 10, 2020, the University is suspending face-to-face instruction at all locations as an additional effort to keep our community healthy and assist with the containment of the spread of COVID-19. There will not be classes of any kind held on Tuesday, March 10 and Wednesday, March 11. As previously communicated, the University will move to online instruction effective Thursday, March 12. Online instruction will continue through Friday, March 27. The University will provide future updates of how academic instruction will be delivered and communicate any changes as early as circumstances permit to ensure that students receive the instruction needed to complete coursework.
Students that are participating at practicum sites, student teaching, or clinical rotations should continue until further guidance is given by their Dean’s office.
All residential students are required to return home by Wednesday, March 11, at the latest. Students are advised to take what they need from their rooms before leaving campus, e.g., all textbooks, notes, course materials, etc., so that they can continue their coursework online.
Students who cannot return home will be allowed to remain in their assigned residence halls. Montgoris Dining Hall will remain open to serve those students. Students must contact Residential Life for authorization to remain on campus. The visitation policy is suspended until further notice. This includes overnight guests and daytime guests. No St. John’s commuter students are permitted as guests.
All New York campuses will remain open for business operations. By Thursday, March 12, staff and administrators will be informed by their supervisors as to whether they are required to work from home or report to campus. Information Technology is finalizing plans to provide any required technology and connectivity assistance.
Effective immediately, University events are cancelled, at least through March 27. Event organizers are responsible for informing guests and attendees that their event has been cancelled. This includes outside organizers renting space at St. John’s.
The University has set up a COVID-19 page to post communications and up-to-date information regarding St. John’s preventive measures to ensure the health and safety of the members of our community at www.stjohns.edu/coronavirus. Please see the latest March 9th update providing additional information in response to community concerns.
If you have any questions about COVID-19 or potential cases, please call Student Health Services at 718 990-6360 (select option 4).
I wish to thank our campus community for their continued support and understanding during these challenging times.
Online only until March 27th, I’m going back to Delaware tomorrow even though I just got back from spring break lol
[quote="mjmaherjr" post=380779][quote="Jack Williams" post=380778]Online only until March 27th, I’m going back to Delaware tomorrow even though I just got back from spring break lol[/quote] Go to the Dog House and get some cheesteakrs !![/quote]
Haha I don’t think I’ve ever been there and I grew up pretty close by
Haha I don’t think I’ve ever been there and I grew up pretty close by
[quote="Jack Williams" post=380781][quote="mjmaherjr" post=380779][quote="Jack Williams" post=380778]Online only until March 27th, I’m going back to Delaware tomorrow even though I just got back from spring break lol[/quote] Go to the Dog House and get some cheesteakrs !![/quote]
Haha I don’t think I’ve ever been there and I grew up pretty close by[/quote] A travesty
Haha I don’t think I’ve ever been there and I grew up pretty close by[/quote] A travesty
I recommend reading Niall Ferguson's 3/9/20 WSJ article: "Network Effects' Multiply a Viral Threat. A sobering, objective, piece that I pray doesn't transpire--but if so, is the worse we experience.
In my view, at the end of the day, we're in this together.
In my view, at the end of the day, we're in this together.
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