A small number of employees are self quarantining due to one employees exposure to a family member out of state who tested positive for COVID-19.”

In response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, senior leadership at CMU has taken the step to transition entirely to online coursework for all locations beginning Monday, March 30. This allows students the chance to finish spring break and their semester in the safety of their own homes.
One employee on the Fayette campus has possibly been exposed and is in self quarantine. A spokesman for CMU on Tuesday said that CMU has no known cases of COVID-19. “Like all institutions, Central Methodist will act responsibly to do what’s right for our town and community. A small number of employees are self quarantining due to one employees exposure to a family member out of state who tested positive for COVID-19.”
Campus officials made the choice to reduce the likelihood of spreading the virus as students returned to Fayette from spring break. “Central is well-positioned to transition to virtual delivery of coursework with our Digital U platform,” said President Roger Drake. “In many cases, students are already engaging with their faculty online.
Central Methodist offices will remain open during the spring with no interruption to services.
The approximately 60-80 international students who attend CMU will be allowed to stay on campus. Recruiting and campus visits will continue, although the university will practice what has become known as “social distancing.”
A decision regarding graduation, scheduled for May 9 is still forthcoming.
The nearly empty campus will also allow CMU to sooner begin campus enhancement projects.