COC moves up remote learning, cancels events

College of the Canyons began transitioning to online learning formats from in-person instruction on Monday.

Last week, college officials urged students to not come to campus this week, as face-to-face classes are suspended.

“We have been monitoring the coronavirus outbreak since the very beginning to ensure the safety of our students and staff members,” said COC Chancellor Dianne G. Van Hook. “The suspension of in-person classes will help us curb the spread of this virus throughout our campus communities and will give employees the time needed to transition to a remote-learning model.”

Classes will resume in remote formats beginning March 23. Along with inperson cancellations, multiple events at COC will be canceled, as well.

Some canceled or postponed events include:

▪ Canyons Promise Information Sessions (Tuesday).

▪ Women’s Conference (March 21).

▪ Alumni Hall of Fame

(April 30).

▪ Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center (PAC) — All

March/April performances.

▪ All COC Athletics spring competitions and practices.

▪ Early Childhood Education Center (ECE) family and community tours – All March/April dates.

▪ Financial aid workshops — All March/April dates.

▪ International Film Festival — All spring film screenings.

A complete list of canceled events along with other updates and information can be found by visiting https:// www.canyons.edu/administration/pio/notices/index. php.