Information for Students
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Nov. 3 - H1N1 Vaccinations for U of T Students
Academic preparations students should make for H1N1
There are some simple preparations you can make to ensure that your academic year proceeds as smoothly as possible. Download the university's Guide on Academic Planning for Students to learn about how you can help facilitate the smooth operation of your courses.H1N1 flu-related absences
September 8, 2009: Students who suspect they have H1N1 influenza or who are experiencing flu symptoms should stay at home or in their residence room in order to help minimize the spread of the disease.In order to receive academic accommodation, students will need to record all flu-related absences through a new tool on the Student Web Service of ROSI (www.rosi.utoronto.ca). At this time, students will not normally be asked to supply a doctor’s note or medical certificate in relation to absences for flu or flu-like symptoms. This practice will be assessed over time and as the University receives additional information and guidelines from Public Health authorities.
The University will also rely on this absence record to monitor the numbers and locations of student absences for academic planning, so if at all possible, students should record their absence as soon as it begins. They should also remember to record the last day of their absence as soon as they are able to return to classes. The absence declaration may be completed online while the student is absent, up until and including the day that the student returns to class; those who miss this opportunity may contact their registrar's office.
Some professional programs may require additional steps as well as the absence record on ROSI. Students should check their Faculty or Campus website for further information.
While the University will make every effort to provide needed academic accommodation, students are advised that they continue to be responsible for meeting course requirements as determined by their instructors.
(This information is also available for download.)
Returning to classes and normal activities
Students with influenza-life illness should stay at home or in their residence rooms until they no longer have a fever and are feeling well enough to atttend classes and resume their normal activities. According to the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, some people may experience a cough for days to weeks after infection. If you have a cough but not other symptoms, you can return to normal activities, including classes.
Living in residence
Living in residence at U of T is a great experience: you'll find that you're fully integrated into campus life and surrounded by friends.As with any communal living space, though, you need to be careful about health and hygiene. Residence staff has been fully briefed on H1N1 flu and how to manage cases of the flu in residence. As a resident, you can take action to protect yourself and others. Download our Guide for Students Living in Residence to learn about prevention behaviours, supplies to have on hand in residence, and what to expect if you or a roommate or floormate experiences flu symptoms.
Register for U of T Alerts
U of T Emergency Alerts is a system that allows the university to send voice messages to your mobile phone in an emergency. To receive alerts, you must opt-in to the system by registering your mobile phone number. (Note that U of T Alerts are just one of several tools that the university may use to communicate with members of the university community.) Register now >>Other publications
August/September, 2009: Orientation package insert for new students