Harvey Mudd announces tentative spring semester plans, final decision to come by Jan. 11

Harvey Mudd College will announce by Jan. 11 whether students will be allowed back on campus, according to an email to students Tuesday. The college also released guidelines for students, faculty and staff to follow if they are permitted to return.

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5Cs to start spring semester one week later, replace spring break with three one-day breaks

The Claremont Colleges announced that spring semester will start one week later and replace spring break with three one-day breaks.

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Here’s what we know about Harvey Mudd furloughs

After the Claremont Colleges went online, HMC has furloughed staff in the dining services and facilities and maintenance departments for the fall semester. Here’s what we know — and don’t know — about HMC furloughs.

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The Claremont Colleges implement policy changes to support faculty caregivers

The 5Cs have adopted various policies to accommodate faculty with familial caregiving responsibilities during the coronavirus pandemic, including making adjustments to requirements for the tenure process and allowing more flexibility in teaching schedules. 

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‘Everyone is feeling overwhelmed’: Condensed semester weighs on 5C students, staff

The shortened semester has students struggling to keep up, especially without the usual fall break. This year 5C students will go straight into finals week immediately following the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Four 5C presidents denounce Department of Education investigation into Princeton

Four 5C presidents have signed onto a letter denouncing a Department of Education investigation into alleged violations of anti-discrimination law at Princeton University. 

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5C admissions offices go virtual, adjust admission policies

Admissions offices at the Claremont Colleges have revamped their offerings to connect with prospective students during the COVID-19 pandemic, including developing video tours, hosting virtual fly-in programs and changing application requirements.

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