It’s time to focus forward.

Together, the Central Michigan University community is facing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, advancing our educational mission while protecting health and safety. Now we aim to start strong for the fall 2020 semester. Read on for vital information.

Guiding Principles for Emergency Management at CMU

As CMU continues its response to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Emergency Management team makes decisions based on meeting the following goals:

Keep CMU safe and healthy.

Keep CMU open and operational.

Prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Support students, faculty and staff in a caring manner.

Support academic pursuits.



Position CMU for future success and sustainability.

Our Shared Responsibility

Everyone has a personal responsibility to practice social distancing, frequent handwashing, cough/sneeze etiquette, proper tissue usage and disposal, avoidance of touching their face, and respecting others.

All students, staff, faculty, guests and visitors to campus are required to adhere to the policies, protocols and guidelines presented here. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary or corrective action.