January 10, 2023

8:04AM

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for HEERF I, II, and III covering the quarter ending December 31, 2022.

► HEERF Updated Quarterly Report_2022_Q4_ANC_0735488360000

October 10, 2022

12:15PM

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for HEERF I, II, and III (a)(1) Institutional Funds Awarded, Sections (a)(1), (a)(2), (a)(3), and Student Funds Awarded: Section (a)(1) and (a)(4), covering the quarter ending September 30, 2022.

► October_2022_HEERF_Quarterly_Reporting_Form_Q3

July 10, 2022

4:06PM

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for HEERF I, II, and III (a)(1) Institutional and Student Portion, (a)(2), and (a)(3), if applicable ending June 30, 2022

► 01286000_HEERF_Q2_07112022

April 10, 2022

2:54PM

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for HEERF I, II, and III (a)(1) Institutional Portion, (a)(2), and (a)(3), if applicable ending March 31, 2022.

► 01286000_HEERF_Q12022_041322

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Resources:

►  The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19

►  The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

April 10, 2022

4:10PM

Quarterly Report for January - March 2022 (Q1) - OPE ID 01286000

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF) & the American Rescue Plan (ARP), the following disclosures are provided.  This information includes the allocation and criteria of student selection.

1. Arkansas Northeastern College (ANC) acknowledges that it has signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
   

2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Student: ANC, as part of the ARP (HEERF III), has received $1,179,791.00 for student emergency grants.  As of March 31, 2021, $1,006,473.38 has been awarded to eligible students.
   

3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, (ARP - HEERF III) as of the date of submission (i.e., no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter): For the first quarter 2021 (January-March), $418,085.53 has been hand-delivered or sent out to students via paper checks through the U.S. Mail.
   

4. The total number of students eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants for spring 2022 is 614.

5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under the American Rescue Plan (ARP): Total number of students awarded CARES Act grants as of 3/31/2022 is 427.
   

6. Following federal government directives, ANC implemented the following guidelines to determine the eligibility of current ANC students.  These criteria must have been met on or after March 13, 2020; therefore, students not meeting guidelines by this date cannot be eligible.
   

        •  Non-High School, Certificate or Degree-seeking
        •  Enrolled in at least 1 credit hour as of January 25, 2021

ANC identified 614 students eligible for CARES Act (ARP) funds.  Eligible students were sent an email to their ANC student email notifying them of their eligibility and the steps they must take to receive their CARES Act (ARP) funds.  The amount of each grant was either $846.91 or $1,123.65 depending on the student’s Pell status.  For the first quarter of 2022, 223 students received $846.91 grants, and 204 students received $1,123.65 grants.

7. All students who are receiving a CARES Act (ARP) grant are emailed a certification notice that clarifies what their grant allocation is and the steps necessary to collect the award.

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Resources:

►  The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19

►  The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

January 10, 2022

8:17AM

Quarterly Report for October - December 2021 (Q4) - OPE ID 01286000

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF), the following disclosures are provided.  This information includes the allocation and criteria of student selection.

1. Arkansas Northeastern College (ANC) acknowledges that it has signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Student: ANC, as part of the ARP (HEERF III), has received $1,179,791.00 for student emergency grants.  As of December 31, 2021, $588,387.85 has been awarded to eligible students.
3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act, (ARP - HEERF III) as of the date of submission (i.e., no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter): For the fourth quarter 2021 (October-December), $307,585.85 has been hand delivered or sent out to students via paper checks through the U.S. Mail.
4. The total number of students eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants for fall 2021 is 778.
5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act: Total number of students awarded CARES Act grants as of 12/31/2021 is 718.
6. Following federal government directives, ANC implemented the following guidelines to determine the eligibility of current ANC students.  These criteria must have been met on or after March 13, 2020; therefore, students not meeting guidelines by this date cannot be eligible.

        •  Non-High School, Certificate or Degree-seeking
        •  Enrolled in at least 1 credit hour as of August 30, 2021

ANC identified 778 students eligible for CARES Act funds.  Eligible students were sent an email to their ANC student email notifying them of their eligibility and the steps they must take to receive their CARES Act funds.  The amount of each grant was either $714.73 or $946.54 depending on the student’s Pell status.  For the fourth quarter of 2021, 146 students received $946.54 grants, and 237 students received $714.73 grants.

7. All students who are receiving a CARES Act grant are emailed a certification notice that clarifies what their grant allocation is and the steps necessary to collect the award.

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Resources:

►  The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19

►  The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

January 10, 2022

9:54AM

QUARTERLY BUDGET AND EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR HEERF I, II, AND III (a)(1) Institutional Portion - Ending December 31, 2021.

► 01286000_HEERF_Q42021_011022

October 10, 2021

3:39PM

CARES Act (HEERF) Quarterly Report for July-September 2021 (Q3) - OPE ID 01286000

► CARES 3rd QUARTER REPORT

October 10, 2021

2:25PM

QUARTERLY BUDGET AND EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR HEERF I, II, AND III (a)(1) Institutional Portion - Ending September 30, 2021

► 01286000_HEERF_Q32021_100521

August 10, 2021

3:59PM

Our fall semester is off to a great start!  In fact, we have larger numbers of live students in some classes than we expected.  Because of the high enrollment numbers we are not able to effectively social distance in every classroom.

For that reason, we are making the following adjustments to our guidelines:

Social distancing is expected whenever possible.

When social distancing is not possible, masks are required.

When classroom capacity is exceeded students will be required to wear a mask.

We continue to monitor the situation and will make changes as necessary to protect the health and safety of our students and our employees. We appreciate your cooperation and support of these efforts!

Thank you and have a great semester!

August 10, 2021

11:05AM

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF), the following documents has been provided by Arkansas Northeastern College:

► CARES Act - Student Portion - 2021 Quarter 1 Reporting

► CARES Act - Student Portion - 2021 Quarter 2 Reporting

August 10, 2021

3:49PM

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF), the following document has been provided by Arkansas Northeastern College:

► CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion- Quarterly Report Ending March 31, 2021

► CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion-Quarterly Report Ending June 30, 2021

October 29, 2020

11:56AM

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF), the following document has been provided by Arkansas Northeastern College:

► CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

September 2, 2020

11:02AM

As a requirement of the CARES Act (HEERF), the following disclosures are provided.  This information includes the allocation and criteria of student selection.

1. Arkansas Northeastern College (ANC) acknowledges that it has signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Student: ANC, as part of the CARES Act (HEERF), has received $283,442 for student emergency grants.  100% of these funds have been given to students directly in cash payment via paper checks through the U.S. Mail.
3. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., no later than 10 days after the end of each calendar quarter): As of 9/1/2020, $274,510 has been sent out to students via paper checks through the U.S. Mail.
4. The total number of students eligible according to the Department of Education guidelines include students who have an Institutional Student Information Report (ISIR) on file as of March 13, 2020.  Of the 1,360 students enrolled for Spring 2020, 680 had filed an ISIR.
5. The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act: Total number of students awarded CARES Act grants as of 9/1/2020 is 566.
6. Following federal government directives, ANC implemented the following guidelines to determine the eligibility of current ANC students.  These criteria must have been met on March 13, 2020; therefore, students not meeting guidelines by this date cannot be eligible.

• Title IV eligible
• Enrolled in at least one (1) credit hour as of March 13, 2020
• Certificate or Degree-seeking
• Filed a FAFSA as of March 13, 2020
• Male students must be registered with the selective service
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Returning students must have a course completion (pass) rate of at least 67%

ANC identified 597 students eligible for CARES Act funds.  Eligible students were sent an email to their ANC student email account on Thursday, May 14, 2020, notifying them of their eligibility and the steps they must take to receive their CARES Act funds.  The amount of each grant is $485.

7. All students who are receiving a CARES Act grant will be emailed a certification notice that will clarify what their grant allocation is and reminders on how the Department of Education has instructed these funds to be used.  This certification will also instruct students what these funds are intended to be used for and to return these dollars if the student does not have need.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

August 18, 2020

8:48AM

ANC ZOOM ROOM LOCATIONS

This campus map denotes locations for ANC’s new ZOOM Room and ZOOM overflow areas (areas that can be used to ZOOM if the ZOOM Room is completely full.

► Campus Map with ZOOM Rooms

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

August 6, 2020

3:15PM

RETURN TO CAMPUS

Please check out Arkansas Northeastern College’s Return to Campus Plan:

► ANC 2020-2021 Return to Campus Plan

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

June 24, 2020

2:39PM

CARES ACT FUNDS FOR ANC STUDENTS: UPDATE!

On April 14, 2020, Arkansas Northeastern College signed and returned the Department of Education’s Certification and Agreement assuring that ANC intends to use no less than 50 percent of the funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.

ANC identified 597 students eligible for CARES Act funds. Eligible students were sent an email to their ANC student email account on Thursday, May 14, 2020, notifying them of their eligibility and the steps they must take to receive their CARES Act funds.

To date, ANC has made awards in amounts of $485.00 to 564 students.

For more info on the Cares Act Funds for ANC Students, read the full May 14, 2020 COVID-19 Statement below.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

May 14, 2020

11:20AM

CARES ACT FUNDS FOR ANC STUDENTS

The CARES Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund provides funding to colleges and universities from the federal government to provide emergency assistance to students. This assistance is for expenses related to disruption of their education due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please note: Colleges and universities received differing amounts of funds based on criteria determined at the federal level. ANC received $286,000 in CARES Act funds for student assistance. All of these funds will go directly to eligible students (who submit the required documentation) and will be distributed equally—every ANC student who qualifies for CARES Act funds will receive the exact same amount.

Following federal government directives, ANC implemented the following guidelines to determine the eligibility of current ANC students. These criteria must have been met on March 13, 2020; therefore, students not meeting these guidelines by this date cannot be eligible.

• Title IV eligible
• Enrolled in at least 1 credit hour as of March 13, 2020
• Certificate or Degree-Seeking
• Filed a FAFSA as of March 13, 2020
• Male students must be registered with the selective service
• Must be a US citizen
• Returning students must have a course completion (pass) rate of at least 67%

ANC identified 597 students eligible for CARES Act funds. Eligible students were sent an email to their ANC student email account on Thursday, May 14, 2020, notifying them of their eligibility and the steps they must take to receive their CARES Act funds.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

May 13, 2020

1:58PM

REOPENING RULES & GUIDELINES (PUBLIC) - DATE: MONDAY, MAY 18, 2020

• 6’ Social Distancing AT ALL TIMES.
• All people coming to campus are strongly encouraged to wear masks covering the mouth and nose areas. All persons coming to any ANC campus are encouraged to bring your own mask.
• DO NOT ENTER if:

• You have had a fever of 100.4˚F or higher in the past 2 days
• You have a cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms typical of Covid-19
• You have had known exposure to someone with Covid-19 in the past 14 days
• You have traveled outside a 100 mile radius, especially to “hot spots” for COVID-19 cases (examples include New York, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Connecticut)

• You may wish to refrain from entering if you are 65 or more years old or have underlying health conditions including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, severe obesity, asthma or immunocompromising conditions, because such individuals are at higher risk for severe illness if infected by Covid-19.
• Hand sanitizing stations are placed throughout the College.
• Lines are marked in high traffic areas for maintaining a distance of 6 feet between people. Please adhere to these distances.
• Refrain from any physical contact with others—no hand shaking, touching, or embracing,
• Seating must follow strict physical distancing protocols with 6 feet between individuals.
• Sanitization of all high-touch surfaces and common areas will take place throughout the day.
• Campus entrances will be limited to help maintain social distancing. All exterior doors will remain locked except for the following (a map is attached).

ENTRANCES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:

John P. Sullins Admin. Bdlg. – 1) The main entry by the bell monument and the reception desk   2) West door at the end of B - Wing.  3) North / Side door

Statehouse Hall - The front door that enters thru the H. Claude Bush Honor Plaza (Clock Tower).

Center for Allied Technologies – 1) The east door under the tower 2) The west door under the bus shed.

Briggs/Sebaugh Wellness Center - The main entrance. (Special admission criteria apply. See the guidelines for the Center posted BELOW or posted on the doors of the center.)

Angela Wren Nursing and Allied Health Building - The main entrance with the steps on the east side.

Adams / Vines Building – 1) The Main Entrance  2) North door underneath the covered walkway

REOPENING RULES & GUIDELINES FOR BRIGGS/SEBAUGH WELLNESS CENTER

• Screening must be completed on entry for all staff and participants. Those who have any of the following characteristics should NOT be allowed to enter:

• Have returned from travel to NY, NJ, CT, New Orleans area, or overseas within the last 14 days;
• Have had a fever of 100.4°F or greater in the last 2 days;
• Have a cough, difficulty breathing, sore throat, or loss of taste or smell;
• Had contact with a person known to be infected with COVID-19 within the previous 14 days;
• Have compromised immune systems and/or have chronic diseases.

In addition, staff and visitors must have their temperature checked by digital thermometer prior to entry. No one with a temperature greater than 100.4⁰F will be allowed entrance.

• Staff are strongly encouraged wear a face covering or mask at all times. Patrons are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering except when actively exercising.
• NO use of showers at this time. Locker rooms are to be used only for storage of personal items. Maintain physical distancing while in locker rooms.
• Hand sanitizer is available throughout the facility.
• Staff should ensure that all exercise machines or equipment are sanitized after each usage (via wipe-down with disposable disinfectant wipes, Lysol or the equivalent; use according to product instructions).
• Maintain proper spacing from others by working out with 12 feet between each person. This may require closing or moving some equipment.
• Avoid personal contact at all times, including hand shaking.
• Individual training sessions, indoor group fitness classes, and workouts requiring a partner must maintain 12 foot spacing between each person at this time.
• Hours of operation for the Briggs/Sebaugh Wellness Center will be:

• Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Saturday, 8:00 am – Noon
• Sunday, CLOSED

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

May 6, 2020

1:22PM

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, May 11, 2020, through Sunday, May 17, 2020. The College plans to reopen to the public the following week, beginning May 18, 2020.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College continues to be closed to the general public next week.
• ANC PLANS TO REOPEN TO THE PUBLIC STARTING MONDAY, MAY 18, 2020, utilizing social distancing guidelines. Additionally, masks will be required for visitors and employees in certain parts of campus. All employees and students will be expected to bring their own masks because masks are in short supply. A specific set of guidelines and safety protocols will be forthcoming next week.
• After weeks of awaiting Federal guidelines, ANC will be releasing detailed procedures late next week regarding distribution of Federal CARES Act funds to eligible students. Eligibility requirements and distribution details will be part of the detailed procedures to be released next week. Please be sure to check your emails frequently.
• NO public events/gatherings with 10 or more people will be allowed on campus through the end of May. At that time, we will reevaluate.
• The Briggs/Sebaugh Wellness Center will be open to employees, current students, and community members as part of the College’s May 18 reopening. Social distancing and disinfectant guidelines will be strictly enforced.
• Registration for Summer and Fall terms is currently underway utilizing online and phone resources. Returning students should contact their advisors.
• ANC will be offering ZOOM OPTIONAL and ZOOM INET classrooms for select classes this Summer and Fall.
• ZOOM OPTIONAL is a classroom that is offered in a live classroom for which the student has the option to attend the live classroom OR to attend the class remotely and simultaneously using the ZOOM teleconferencing online. Due to social distancing guidelines, ZOOM OPTIONAL live seating is limited and will be available on a first come-first served basis. Students coming to campus to participate in a ZOOM OPTIONAL class that is full will be directed to seating in another space on campus designed for ZOOM participation.  
• ZOOM INET is a classroom where students may ONLY attend class via ZOOM teleconferencing online from a remote location. In ZOOM INET, there is no live classroom.
• Students taking ZOOM classes, who wish to participate remotely, must have a computer with a webcam and internet access or a smartphone capable of using videoconferencing technology to participate. The course instructor will send log-in information for enrolled students to access the ZOOM class at the specified time.
• NOTE: Unlike online classes, ZOOM classes meet at a scheduled time.
• New students wishing to enroll for the Summer and/or Fall semester should go to the ANC Website at: http://www.anc.edu/register/  for directions. You may also email admission@smail.anc.edu or call 870-838-2955 to receive assistance with the process.
• The ANC Summer and Fall Schedules of Classes are available for viewing online at: http://www.anc.edu/schedule/ 
• Registration Information and Class Schedules can also be accessed through the ANC Website Main Page at http://www.anc.edu .
• PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Free Wi-Fi is accessible in the front parking lots of the John P. Sullins Administration Building, the Adams/Vines Building, Angela Wren Nursing and Allied Health Building, and the Center for Allied Technologies as well as the parking lot at the ANC Osceola Center.
• Surface tablets are still available to ANC students in need. To schedule pick-up of a tablet, contact your advisor.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 30, 2020

1:40PM

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, May 4, 2020, through Sunday, May 10, 2020. You will be updated by May 7.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College is closed to the public next week. There will be an update by May 7.
• Registration for Summer and Fall terms is currently underway utilizing online and phone resources. Returning students should contact their advisors.
• ANC will be offering ZOOM OPTIONAL and ZOOM INET classrooms for select classes this Summer and Fall.
• ZOOM OPTIONAL is a classroom that is offered in a live classroom and the student has the option to attend the live classroom OR to attend the class remotely using the ZOOM teleconferencing online. Due to social distancing guidelines, ZOOM OPTIONAL live seating is limited and will be available on a first come-first served basis. Students coming to campus to participate in a ZOOM OPTIONAL class that is full will be offered seating in another space on campus.
• ZOOM INET is a classroom where students may ONLY attend class via ZOOM teleconferencing online from a remote location. In ZOOM INET there is no live classroom.
• Students taking ZOOM classes, who wish to participate remotely, must have a computer with a webcam and internet access or a smartphone capable of using videoconferencing technology to participate. The course instructor will send log-in information for enrolled students to access the ZOOM class at the specified time.
• NOTE: Unlike online classes, ZOOM classes meet at a scheduled time.
• New students wishing to enroll for the Summer and/or Fall semester should go to the ANC Website at: http://www.anc.edu/register/  for directions. You may also email admission@smail.anc.edu or call 870-838-2955 to receive assistance with the process.
• The ANC Summer and Fall Schedules of Classes are available for viewing online at: http://www.anc.edu/schedule/index.htm 
• Registration Information and Class Schedules can also be accessed through the ANC Website Main Page at http://www.anc.edu.
• PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Free Wi-Fi is accessible in the front parking lots of the John P. Sullins Administration Building, the Adams/Vines Building, Angela Wren Nursing and Allied Health Building, and the Center for Allied Technologies as well as the parking lot at the ANC Osceola Center.
• Surface tablets are still available to ANC students in need. To schedule pick-up of a tablet, contact your advisor.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 22, 2020

2:30PM

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, April 27, 2020, through Sunday, May 3, 2020. You will be updated by May 1.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College is closed next week. There will be an update by May 1.
• Registration for Summer and Fall terms is currently underway utilizing online and phone resources. Returning students should contact their advisors.
• New students wishing to enroll for the Summer and/or Fall semester should go to the ANC Website at: http://www.anc.edu/register/  for directions. You may also email admission@smail.anc.edu or call 870-838-2955 to receive assistance with the process.
• The ANC Summer and Fall Schedule of Classes is available for viewing online at: http://www.anc.edu/schedule/index.htm 
• Registration Information and Class Schedules can also be accessed through the ANC Website Main Page at http://www.anc.edu.
• The Testing Center is open and staff is available to assist students/prospective students with scheduling and setting up for remote testing. For more information about testing, contact Chaarity Munn at: cmunn@smail.anc.edu or by calling 573-575-6177.
• PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Free Wi-Fi is accessible in the front parking lots of the John P. Sullins Administration Building, the Adams/Vines Building, and the Angela Wren Nursing and Allied Health Building as well as the parking lot at the ANC Osceola Center.
• Surface tablets are still available to ANC students in need. To schedule pick-up of a tablet, contact your advisor.
• The last date to withdraw from classes for this current Spring Semester is April 30.
• Spring Commencement exercises scheduled for May 15 have been postponed. A
• Commencement event for our 2020 graduates WILL be held at the earliest feasible date.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 15, 2020

1:05pm

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, April 20, 2020, through Sunday, April 26, 2020. You will be updated by April 24.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College is closed next week. We will update you by April 24.
• If you are having issues with the online delivery, contact your instructor IMMEDIATELY so that you do not get behind. PLEASE CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Free Wi-Fi can now be accessed in the front parking lots of the John P. Sullins Administration Building, the Adams/Vines Building, and the Angela Wren Nursing and Allied Health Building as well as the parking lot at the ANC Osceola Center. 
• Surface tablets are still available to ANC students in need. To schedule pick-up of a tablet, contact your advisor.
• The last date to withdraw from classes is April 30. 
• Registration for the summer and fall semesters will begin on April 20 and will be conducted utilizing email and phone contact. Returning students should contact their advisors.
• New students wishing to enroll for the summer and/or fall semester should call 870-838-2955 to receive assistance with the process.
• PAX testing and Graduate Assessment Testing has resumed by appointment only. Graduating students, please contact the Advising Center by calling 573-575-6177 to schedule your Graduate Assessment Test. The testing will occur under STRICT procedures for the coming weeks, including advance screening questions, small numbers, sparsely spaced seating for testing, social distancing, and thorough sanitization of ALL areas touched by testers and personnel.
• Spring Commencement exercises scheduled for May 15 have been postponed. A
• Commencement event for our 2020 graduates WILL be held at the earliest feasible date.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 8, 2020

1:35pm

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, April 13, 2020, through Sunday, April 19, 2020. You will be updated by April 17.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College is closed next week. We will update you by April 17.
• Online/remote delivery will be utilized for the remainder of the Spring semester except for certain Allied Health and Allied Technology courses. The hands-on portion of those courses will resume on a yet-to-be-determined date.
• If you are having issues with the online delivery, contact your instructor IMMEDIATELY so that you do not get behind. PLEASE CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Free Wi-Fi can now be accessed in the front parking lots of the John P. Sullins Administration Building and the Adams/Vines Building as well as the parking lot at the ANC Osceola Center. 
• Surface tablets are being distributed this week to ANC students in need. To schedule pick-up of a tablet, call 870-762-3189 or 870-762-3172 THURSDAY, APRIL 9 between 9:00AM – Noon.
• Students who cannot (or who choose not to) complete a converted online course may either withdraw or receive an Incomplete (I) grade. The last date to withdraw from classes is extended to April 30. 
• Students receiving an (I) grade will have one year to complete the course at no additional cost. No refunds will be issued.
• Registration for the summer and fall semesters will begin on April 20 and will be conducted utilizing email and phone contact. Returning students should contact their advisors.
• New students wishing to enroll for the summer and/or fall semester should call 870-838-2955 to receive assistance with the process.
• PAX testing and Graduate Assessment Testing has resumed by appointment only. Graduating students, please contact the Advising Center by calling 573-575-6177 to schedule your Graduate Assessment Test. The testing will occur under STRICT procedures for the coming weeks, including advance screening questions, small numbers, sparsely spaced seating for testing, social distancing, and thorough sanitization of ALL areas touched by testers and personnel.
• Spring Commencement exercises scheduled for May 15 have been postponed. A
• Commencement event for our 2020 graduates WILL be held at the earliest feasible date.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 6, 2020

1:59pm

ATTENTION ANC STUDENTS - TIME SENSITIVE!!!

Students who were enrolled in live classes that have now been converted to online, and who DO NOT have a computer and/or Wi-Fi access, please read:

• ANC has a limited number of Surface Tablets available for loan to students.
• To sign up for tablet pick-up (there will be an outside, drive-through, pick-up point – you do not have to leave your car), call 870-762-3189 or 870-762-3172, between 9:00 am – Noon on Tuesday, April 7 or Wednesday, April 8.
• Due to the COVID-19 crisis, ANC DOES NOT have air cards or access to purchase any, but there is FREE Wi-Fi access for ANC students in the parking lots in front of the John P. Sullins Administration Building and the Adams/Vines Library Building on the ANC Main Campus in Blytheville, and the parking lot of the ANC Osceola Center.

Tablets will be available for pick-up at the back (west end) of the Center for Allied Technologies, under the Bus Port awning. You must call to schedule a pick-up time. PICK-UPS WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, APRIL 8 & 9.

These opportunities are available for ANC Students ONLY. Wi-Fi capability will begin to degrade with too many users at a given time.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

April 1, 2020

2:43pm

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, April 6, 2020, through Sunday, April 12, 2020.  You will be updated before April 13.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• The College is closed next week.  We will update you by April 9.
• Online classes will continue as scheduled.
• All “live” courses that could be converted, have been converted to online courses, and will remain online until the end of the semester.  If you are having issues with the online delivery, contact your instructor IMMEDIATELY so that you do not get behind.  PLEASE CHECK YOUR ANC STUDENT EMAIL DAILY.
• Students who cannot (or who choose not to) complete a converted online course may either withdraw or receive an Incomplete (I) grade.  The last date to withdraw from classes is extended from April 17 to April 30.
• Students receiving an (I) grade will have one year to complete the course at no additional cost.  No refunds will be issued.
• Some Allied Technologies classes are converting parts of the work to online, but other parts cannot be offered online.  The Allied Health Division will use simulation when possible.  Live clinical rotations will restart in coordination with ANC healthcare partners.  Once the campus reopens with limited public access, the remaining parts of these Allied Health and Allied Technologies courses will be taught “live” to SMALL Groups, using social distancing and additional sanitization for safety.  Please note the courses likely will not be completed before the end of the semester.  You will be contacted by your instructors by phone and/or email regarding changes in your course delivery.  PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL DAILY.
• Spring Commencement exercises scheduled for May 15 have been postponed.  A Commencement event for our 2020 graduates WILL be held at the earliest feasible date.

Students are strongly encouraged to:

1. Check your ANC email daily.  This is the official communication for the college.
2. Sign up for ANC’s Text Alert.  If you are not currently receiving text messages from ANC, log in to your “My ANC Account” and follow the directions under the “cell messaging” tab setup.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

March 25, 2020

4:33pm

ANC Executive staff has been in communication daily and meeting regularly to monitor the COVID-19 crisis and to plan for future operations of ANC and its classes. The safety and wellbeing of ANC students, staff, and the public are of paramount consideration.

There are still no confirmed cases of CVOID-19 on the Arkansas Northeastern College campus at this time. However, as a cautionary method, the College is continuing to close the campus to the public from Monday, March 30, 2020, through Sunday, April 5, 2020.

For the immediate future, the following has been determined:

• ALL Campus events for the month of April have been cancelled.
  
• Spring Commencement exercises scheduled for May 15 has been postponed to a future date yet to be determined. However, a Commencement event for our 2020 graduates WILL be held at the earliest feasible date.
  
• Online classes will continue as scheduled.
  
• All “live” courses that can be converted to online/remote delivery have been converted or are in the process of being converted. You will be contacted by your instructors by phone and/or email regarding changes in your course delivery. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FREQUENTLY.
  
• Students who cannot, or who choose not to, complete a converted class may either withdraw or receive an Incomplete (I) grade. Students receiving an (I) grade will complete course assignments by sitting in on the next offering of the course at no additional cost to the student. No refunds will be issued.
  
• Some applied courses, such as certain Allied Health and Allied Technologies classes, are converting parts of the work to online. Once the campus resumes limited public access, the remaining parts will be taught “live” to SMALL Groups, utilizing social distancing recommendations, additional sanitization, and other precautionary methods to keep students and instructors safe.
  
• The Allied Health Division will utilize simulation to the greatest extent available with live clinical rotations resuming in coordination with ANC healthcare partners. Please note that this will not likely occur before the end of the semester and will end with an Incomplete (I) grade. The live instruction will be offered and completed as soon as possible with no additional costs associated.
  
• The Career Pathways Initiative has purchased 150 Surface tablets for student use. CPI also has purchased air cards for Internet access. If you are a CPI student or may be CPI-eligible (dependent child under 21 in the home & income less than 250% of poverty), please contact Pauline Linam-Parks (plinam@smail.anc.edu) for assistance.

Students are strongly encouraged to:

1. Check your ANC email daily:  Make sure you have access to your ANC student email. This is the official means of communication for the college.
   
2. Sign up for ANC’s Text Alert:  If you are not currently receiving text messages from ANC, login to you “My ANC Account” and follow the directions under the “cell messaging” tab set-up.

ANC executive staff will continue to monitor the situation daily and will post updates to your ANC student e-mail, the ANC website, the ANC APP, and other ANC social media.

Please continue to practice social distancing during this critical period by keeping six feet between yourself and others. Also, please wash your hands regularly to help prevent contracting or spreading the coronavirus.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

March 20, 2020

3:42pm

The following is the latest update on the College’s strategy to minimize the exposure to Coronavirus on campus.  We continue to monitor the situation.  As new information continues to come in, please be patient as we try to make the best decisions for Arkansas Northeastern College students and employees.

The campus will be CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC next week (March 23-27). This is Spring Break week.  The College’s campuses are currently undergoing a thorough, daily cleaning and sanitization regimen that will continue throughout spring break week.

ANC Executive staff is corresponding daily to monitor the situation and will provide updates as they occur.

All community activities and community meetings will be suspended until April 17, 2020, at which time the College will reevaluate.

There will be an announcement next week regarding how ANC will be proceeding with student coursework and other college operations from March 30th and beyond.

ALL announcements concerning work conditions and/or closings of any part of the College will come through the President and/or the Information Services Department and will be posted on the ANC website and official ANC social media.

Please continue to practice “Social Distancing.”  Try to keep six feet between yourself and others.  Shaking hands and physical contact is discouraged.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

March 16, 2020

4:30pm

There are NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the Arkansas Northeastern College campus at this time.  However, as a cautionary method, the College is closing the campus to the public for a deep cleaning from Tuesday, March 17, 2020, through Sunday, March 29, 2020.  During this time, ALL campus events have been canceled.  Online classes will continue as scheduled.

Students are strongly encouraged to:

1. Check your ANC email daily:  Make sure you have access to your ANC student email.  This is the official means of communication for the college.
2. Sign up for ANC’s Text Alert:  If you are not currently receiving text messages from ANC, login to your “My ANC Account” and follow the directions there for setup.
3. Practice good sanitation:  Frequent handwashing and additional cleanliness.
4. Limit face-to-face communications:  Utilize email and other technologies when possible.

ANC executive staff will continue to monitor the situation daily and will post updates to your ANC student email, the ANC website, the ANC app, and ANC social media outlets.

The Arkansas Health Department has a FREE hotline to call if you believe you may have been exposed.  To be assessed by phone, call 501-537-8969 Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, or 800-554-5738 after hours or on the weekend.

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.

March 12, 2020

1:14PM

I am reaching out on behalf of Arkansas Northeastern College to assure you that in times of uncertainty surrounding the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are implementing plans to keep our students and employees as safe as possible.  I want to reach out to you to let you know what Arkansas Northeastern College is doing in preparation.

Every room on campus is being sanitized on a daily basis with additional sanitization occurring in the evenings.  Additional cans of disinfectant and hand sanitizers have been placed throughout the campus.

Signs have been placed throughout campus to offer reminders and directions for the best methods of prevention of the spread of the virus.

As we monitor the spread of the virus, we are also planning for a change in the delivery of our live classes to online, so that students may continue their courses should a closure of campus be necessary.

Upcoming campus events will be evaluated and possibly canceled or postponed.

Administration is convening daily to monitor the situation and working with staff to plan for any changes or accommodations needed.

Any one experiencing ANY symptoms are asked to STAY HOME or they will be asked to leave.  Symptoms include: runny nose, sore throat, cough, fever, difficulty breathing (severe cases).

Students and employees will receive updates by email regarding any changes.

We are taking every precaution possible, and we ask the same of those who visit our campus.  Be responsible for your own health. Wash your hands often, cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unclean hands, avoid close contact with anyone who is sick, stay home if you are sick.

Again, please know that we are monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation closely, keeping those who are affected in our hearts, and are listening carefully to the questions and concerns we receive from faculty, staff, students, and the community.

We recognize that difficult times may be ahead, and we at the Arkansas Northeastern College are working to ease the difficulties that may arise.  The health and well-being of our entire College family is of the utmost importance.

Sincerely,

Dr. James Shemwell

President

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Resources:

► The CDC has accurate and up-to-date information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

► The Arkansas Department of Health has information regarding COVID-19 cases in the state.

► UAMS has developed a FREE online screening tool for COVID-19 for Arkansas residents.

► For information about handwashing, please visit the CDC’s Handwashing website.