Student support squad provides faculty assistance
August 03, 2020
Tulane’s increased need for on-campus and online technology support has resulted in the formation of the Student Squad for Academic Support.
Social Work classrooms, spaces getting prepped for on-campus return
August 03, 2020
Faculty and staff at the School of Social Work recently volunteered their time to ensure their offices, buildings and classrooms are ready for the fall semester.
Reily Center reopens with new practices, protocols
July 29, 2020
The Reily Center reopens to Tulane affiliates on Aug. 3, with new hours and a new reservation system.
Outdoor classroom provides socially distanced setting in nature
July 29, 2020
The university's outdoor classroom, located on Pierson Patio between Norman Mayer and Tilton Memorial halls, allows professors and students to socially distance in nature while providing benefits of a traditional classroom, such as a chalkboard and bench-style seating.
Tulane Hillel names educator Ron Gubitz as executive director
July 29, 2020
Gubitz succeeds former Director Yonah Schiller, who expanded and helped build Tulane Hillel over a 12-year tenure.
Classrooms take on a new look for fall semester
July 27, 2020
Tulane is transforming its classrooms into learning environments that adhere to CDC guidelines to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
Tulane providing unique ways to connect with prospective students during COVID-19
July 27, 2020
Tulane’s Office of Undergraduate Admission has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic through innovative and creative approaches, both virtual and in-person, that provide prospective students numerous opportunities to engage and connect with the university.
A legacy of growth
July 27, 2020
Nearing retirement, James Stofan, Tulane vice president for alumni relations, was asked what he will miss most about Tulane and New Orleans, “I will miss our alumni volunteers — what a fun, hard-working group, like no other group I’ve worked with during my career.
Plexiglass barriers, signs placed throughout campus
July 21, 2020
In preparation for Tulane's return to campus on Aug. 19, plexiglass barriers are being installed throughout campus buildings and classrooms to help reduce the incidence of COVID-19.
‘TU Arrival Center’ to serve as COVID-19 testing site prior to students moving on campus
July 21, 2020
Tulane University students moving into residence halls this fall will have to make one important stop before heading to campus – the TU Arrival Center.
Technology upgrades implemented across campus
July 20, 2020
This fall, Tulane students will experience technology-enhanced classes on campus.
Tulane University leaders detail plans on returning to campus in fall
July 20, 2020
In a university-wide message, Tulane President Michael Fitts, Senior Vice President and Provost Robin Forman, and Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Office Patrick Norton announced the university’s plans for returning to on-campus learning, living and working this fall.
Give Green event raises more than $1 million in 24 hours
July 14, 2020
During the 24-hour “Give Green: A Day for the Audacious” event held on June 25, Tulane University raised over $1.1 million from more than 2,700 gifts.
Temporary buildings offer more space for on-campus learning and dining while physically distancing
July 10, 2020
Tulane University began building temporary classrooms and dining space on campus quads in July in anticipation of the campus reopening for Fall 2020 and for classes starting on Aug. 19, 2020. The buildings feature solid flooring and are climate-controlled.
New Tulane Global program to provide academic, co-curricular support to students facing COVID-19 travel issues
July 01, 2020
Tulane Global, a new program developed by Newcomb-Tulane College’s Center for Global Education, offers Tulane undergraduate students in China who are not able to travel to campus this fall, opportunities to live, learn and engage in ways similar to the on-campus Tulane experience.