In an update from the university, University of Idaho will return fully in person next semester, without all courses having virtual options.
For students who feel uncomfortable returning, the university recommends looking into online classes. Additional online courses from some departments will be added by 5 p.m. on Friday.
“We continue to support law enforcement with their investigation and hope for a resolution soon; however, we cannot predict what will happen and must make plans for spring semester,” the statement read.
The university will be growing its security team and is working with Idaho State Police to maintain its increased presence on campus. UI is also working with authorities to improve neighborhood patrols close to campus.
In addition, the university has the following programs and initiatives to increase individual safety.
- Distribution of Birdie personal safety alarms.
- Self-defense workshops.
- Vigilance education workshops.
- Spring safety and light walk assessment.
- Campus and Community Town Hall focusing on home safety.
- Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training.
- Stalking awareness education.
- Healthy relationship programming.
- Sexual assault awareness programming.
- Continued review of Housing and Residence Life safety and security protocols.
- Collaboration with fraternity and sorority chapters to bring external experts in to assess chapter facility safety and security.
- SafeRide and SafeWalk programs.
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