COVID-19 Answers
How do I get signatures on forms?
PSU used to have a heavy reliance on traditional paperwork. All paperwork now has some electronic routing. Our front office staff serve as a single point of contact at etminfo@pdx.edu. The staff are able to obtain required electronic signatures from your advisor and the department chair. Please copy etminfo@pdx.edu on emails to your advisor if the topic triggers any type of paperwork. You can join our Zoom office hour, Monday through Friday, from 11 am to noon PST. Use this link: https://pdx.zoom.us/my/merowe
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Are all of your courses offered remotely? What happens when there are fewer infections?
Covid-19 and every person’s individual situation can change quickly. The result is that ETM will offer all courses in flexible ways to meet the needs of the students; most courses are being offered in a “Hybrid” format.
The exact class format depends on the instructor. In most cases, you will be asked to review online content on your own and also attend scheduled class meetings, some in person and some via Zoom. Classes will be small and personal - connections and networking are important to us and we foster interaction in an online environment.
PSU’s plans for Spring and beyond are still evolving and frequently updated. After we return to campus, we will continue to offer remote options for students who cannot attend in person. We have historically provided this accommodation as many of our students travel for work and sometimes need to attend remotely.
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Can I take PSU ETM classes from outside the Portland Metro Area?
We understand that COVID-19 makes things difficult, whether it is driving to downtown Portland or international travel. In response, ETM all classes for the current quarter are available with remote access and people can take classes from anywhere in the world. After we return to campus, we will continue to offer remote options for students who cannot attend in person.
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I want to advance my career while we are stuck at home because of COVID - how do I quickly get into an ETM program?
Please refer to our department's information on admission.
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My plans changed - how do I defer admission?
Even during normal times, it is not unusual that people will choose to change their term of admission. You will need to download the Change of Term form, fill it out, and send it to the front office. Please note that there are limitations to how many terms you may defer before having to reapply for admission. Admission is good for a maximum of one year. (Example: Admitted for Fall 2021, latest deferral is to Summer 2022.)
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PSU has been working hard to limit the spread of COVID and takes safety of students, faculty, and staff very seriously. PSU’s COVID response page features a video from President Percy. The Student Resources page provides links for information on vaccines, course delivery formats, and more.
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