We know this is an extremely challenging time. People across the country, and indeed around the world, are scrambling to meet the needs of this unusual moment while looking out for their own health and their loved ones.
We recognize graduate employees are dealing with the effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), including workplace disruptions and closures. GAU has also compiled resources and information to help graduate employees work safely during COVID-19.
GAU continues to actively monitor developments regarding COVID-19. We encourage the community to treat COVID-19 seriously and follow the advice of public health professionals, including to practice social distancing, wear a face mask in public, and avoid large gatherings.
Following public health guidance, GAU staff will be working remotely until further notice. Please send an email for attend virtual office hours. We are all in this together, and together we'll get through this.
We recognize graduate employees are dealing with the effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), including workplace disruptions and closures. GAU has also compiled resources and information to help graduate employees work safely during COVID-19.
GAU continues to actively monitor developments regarding COVID-19. We encourage the community to treat COVID-19 seriously and follow the advice of public health professionals, including to practice social distancing, wear a face mask in public, and avoid large gatherings.
Following public health guidance, GAU staff will be working remotely until further notice. Please send an email for attend virtual office hours. We are all in this together, and together we'll get through this.
IMPACT BARGAINING: PROTECTING GRADUATE EMPLOYEES
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GAU reached, and graduate employees ratified, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with UF's administration that includes important protections for GAs during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Throughout 2020, we bargained over the effects of UF's instructions to graduate employees, including but not limited to: physical and mental safety, family and child care, access to buildings, materials, and resources, availability of Graduate and Family Housing, compensation for increased work, COVID-19 testing, and health insurance coverage for COVID-19 treatment. Read the memorandum of understanding and find the results of the ratification election. |
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We have compiled up-to-date information and important resources from the University of Florida, the federal government, and our partner unions.
- Updates from the University of Florida
- FAQ's for International Students and Workers
- Recommendations and strategies for online instruction
- Advice from GatorGradCare and UFHealth
- Resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- A Guide on Unemployment and Personal Finances
- Info on Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments from the IRS
- Materials on Federal CARES Act and Emergency Aid
- Information for Educators on How to Prepare
- Alachua County COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard
- How Full Are Hospital ICUs Near You?
- As of April 5, 2021, all graduate employees are eligible for COVID vaccines
- UF Health Screen, Test, and Protect
- Hotline: 352-273-9790
- Screen, Test, and Protect Frequently Asked Questions
- With an appointment, graduate employees may walk-up, bike-up, or drive-up to the testing location at the UF Cultural Plaza Parking Lot. The Regional Transit System (RTS) operates a number of bus lines that have routes passing near the UF Cultural Plaza, including routes 20 and 33. To plan your route, you can use the Transloc App. Once near the Plaza, follow the wayfinding directions.
READ OUR OPEN LEETER IN OPPOSITION TO FULLY IN-PERSON CLASSES BY SUMMER B 2021
Thoughts from Students on Hyflex and In-Person Learning During a Pandemic:
Protect Yourself and Your Family |
When to Seek Care |
Supporting Your Family |
Managing Stress and Anxiety |
