COVID-19 Updates
Guidelines for Purchasing Exceptions
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and resulting impact to campus operations, there is an exception to the standard university process of shipping process of goods and supplies.
Dean’s Video Update and Schedule for Virtual Town Halls
Watch a short video update from Dean Linton and learn about the new CALS Virtual Town Hall Meeting series that is starting this week. These online sessions will include updates from Academic Programs, Research and Extension, with the bulk of the time dedicated to answering questions and addressing concerns.
Guidance for Research Exemptions and Temporary Mandatory Employee Status
As requests for critical research exemptions and temporary mandatory employees are approved by upper administration, it is necessary to comply with the rules associated with these approvals. Detailed instructions included within.
Suspension of All Nonessential Human Resources Actions
In light of current circumstances focusing the university’s attention on the COVID-19 response, the UNC System Office is temporarily suspending nonessential human resources.
Donating Laboratory Supplies and Personal Protective Apparel
UNC/WakeMed has urgent need for N95 masks, surgical masks, surgical masks with shield, nasal swabs for medical use and other items. If you have any of these items to spare,UNC/WakeMed can coordinate a pick-up.
Faculty Research and Professional Development Applications Have Been Extended
CALS' deadline for Faculty Research and Professional Development applications has been extended until Wednesday, April 15, 2020. All other instructions per the RFP remain
Tracking COVID-19 Related Costs
The Budget Office is working with Department/Unit Heads and business partners to project, track, and document COVID-19 related costs on a bi-weekly basis.
Package Delivery Advisory
All MarketPlace and PCard purchases must still be delivered to a NC State University address.
Guidance for Extension Event/Training Delivery
Canceling events does not mean canceling Extension. Our work must continue and the needs of our farmers, our youth, and the public at large will certainly not diminish. Let’s work to make sure our impact is not diminished.
Administrative Relief for Recipients and Applicants of Federal Financial Assistance Directly Impacted by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has provided federal agencies with additional flexibilities for grant recipients affected by the loss of operational capacity and increased costs due to the COVID-19 crisis.