COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The Chipola College campus is closed but the college is operating virtually until further notice. Online (remote) instruction for all classes (face-to-face and online) will resume on March 30.

This list of questions and answers is to provide the latest information to help students finish the semester successfully and to provide guidance in moving forward virtually. Answers will be updated and questions added as needed, with the date of the change noted. Providing accurate information to ensure the safety of our students, faculty, staff and campuses is our top priority.

For additional information, call (850) 526-2761 during the hours of 8:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. Employee and department phone numbers are listed here and at www.chipola.edu on the Corona link.


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Is the College closed?
The Chipola College campus is closed but.....

How will this impact events held at CHIPOLA, including upcoming
college events, musical events, athletic events, and community
events using College facilities?

All student and campus activities are cancelled for this semester......

How will I continue my face-to-face classes and my online classes?
All classes, regardless of instruction method are moved to online
(remote)......


What about Dual Enrollment?
Dual enrollment students are expected to follow the same
instructions provided to all students......


What do I do if I do not have reliable access to internet?
Comcast/Xfinity, AT & T, T-Mobile and local cable, cell phone and
internet providers may have public Wi-Fi hotspots open in.....


Can I continue to participate in my clinicals or site-based
internships/student teaching?

Students should contact instructors to learn about the possibility
of......


My class requires face-to-face meetings. Will Workforce
Development and Career and Technical Education courses be
cancelled?

Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Fire are suspended. Civil
Engineering Technology and Engineering Technology will......


Will Workforce programs operate during the summer terms?
Workforce programs are tentatively scheduled to be offered during
Summer Term C, which......


Will all summer sessions be offered through virtual instruction?
Summer Term A, which runs from May 11 – August 10, will operate
through......


Is the Testing Center closed?
Yes. The Testing Center is currently closed. Contact the Testing
Center to......


I need help with Canvas. Who should I contact?
Students and Faculty can access toll-free Canvas Support 24 hours a
day 7 days a week......


Will I be paid as a work-study student during the closure?
Federal Work-study students will be paid according to Federal
guidelines; however......


I have questions about my classes, registration degree or certificate
program and want to speak to an advisor. How can I reach one?

The following advisers are available by phone and email.....

Who do I contact if I have questions about the impact these changes
have on my financial aid?

Beverly Hambright at hambrightb@chipola.edu or phone (850) 718-
2366.


What about Chipola Foundation Scholarships and applications?
Foundation scholarship lists for the 2020-2021 school year are posted
at www.chipola.edu under.....


What options do I have to send or receive my transcripts?
Transcript requests will only be available electronically or......

If I applied to graduate in the Spring Term, will I still receive my
diploma/certificate?

Yes, we will evaluate all graduation candidates for Spring Term.
Diplomas and certificates will be......


What if I need help from the Chipola Library?
The college is closed for all in-person services until further notice......

What if I need tutoring help from the Chipola ACE lab staff?
ACE (Academic Center for Excellence). All students are enrolled in a
Canvas course entitled ACE. Student tutors will ......


Can I still withdraw or resign from Spring Semester classes?
Yes. Spring Term A Withdrawal deadline has been extended to.....

I have turned in my graduation application. Will I still graduate on time?
Yes. Students will have degrees conferred on their transcript.......

How will I register for summer courses?
Summer I (A and B) and Summer II registration has been
postponed to......


How do I apply to the college?
Students apply to the college at www.chipola.edu

If I am having depression or anxiety due to the pandemic, what
should I do?

Chipola College contracts with Bay Care, a mental health program
operated by.......


If I have questions not addressed here, whom do I contact?
For additional information, please call (850) 526-2761 during
normal business hours......


How can I contact the Business Office - Student Accounts/Cashier for payments? 
Students should email the Business Office at businessoffice@chipola.edu with any questions or.......

 

How can I contact the Bookstore?
In an effort to eliminate and/or reduce exposure to the coronavirus, the bookstore is operating online exclusively. For more detailed.......

Will Workforce programs operate during the summer terms?

Workforce programs are tentatively scheduled to be offered during Summer Term C, which begins on June 30. This includes all......


Will all summer sessions be offered through virtual instruction?
Summer Term A, which runs from May 11 – August 10, will operate......

If I have questions not addressed here, whom do I contact?
For additional information, please call (850) 526-2761 during normal business hours.
Employee and department phone numbers are available at 
www.chipola.edu on the Corona link.