THE INSTITUTE FOR AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES PREPARATION FOR FLU PANDEMIC

In its preparations for a flu pandemic, the Institute for American Universities will be guided by advice from the French government and related bodies and others as necessary in order to address the issues that arise. The Institute's website will be the primary source of information and updates will be posted as necessary. The aim of the Institute's planning is to assist in the effective and safe management of the Institute community in the case of a flu pandemic which may have a significant impact on the Institute's ability to deliver academic and administrative services. There is no immediate cause for concern and this announcement is for information purposes only. The objective is to secure the safety of the Institute community as a whole during and following a flu pandemic, to limit the damage to the Institute's operations, and to maintain academic and administrative services to students.

FAQ's for Parents and Students:

FLU PANDEMIC AND STUDENT WELFRARE

Q: What is the Institute doing to safeguard my son's or daughter's safety?

A: The Institute staff members are monitoring the situation and working together to deal with it.  The Institute is also keeping students updated as to the availability of the vaccine.

Q: What action is being taken to stop the spread of infection in classrooms and hallways?

A: Enforced hygiene procedures are in place and students and staff will be kept informed of government safety updates via the Institute's website and through communication via email and SMS messaging.

Q: Where are you getting advice on how to deal with the flu pandemic?

A: We are following the advice of the French government and local health authorities.

Q: What immediate medical attention is available to my son or daughter?

A: Students have access to the same medical services that are available to French citizens. 

Q: I want my son/daughter to come home immediately.

A: This decision is a matter of choice you as a parent. In the event that you withdraw your son or daughter, no refund of tuition or fees will be made.

ACADEMICS

Q: What arrangements have been made to continue classes and teaching?

A: The Institute has a plan in place to provide ongoing instruction for prolonged absences due to illness.

Q: Will we receive a refund of tuition if classes are cancelled?

A: No. Coursework will be maintained through a combination of measures, including self-study and the making up of classes when faculty return to work.

Q: What will happen to my son's/daughter's exams/grades if he/she or the faculty member are ill?

A: Your son or daughter will be given an opportunity to follow or make up class work through directed self-study. In the event of a mid-term exam being postponed, the faculty member will arrange for another time for the exam to take place.

Q: Will courses be cancelled?

A: Courses will not be cancelled, except in exceptional circumstances. Classes may be cancelled due to faculty illness; however, and provisions will be made to make up classes.

Q: What happens if my son or daughter cannot take an exam for reasons of illness?

A: The Dean of the Institute will consider appeals on a case-by-case basis subject to submission of a medical certificate.