Check out the IU Biology COVID-19 web page on the Faculty+Staff Intranet for information specific to Biology—such as office hours, contact emails, IU Biology policy for resuming research, and a link to the IU Community Responsibility Acknowledgement Form (to be signed before working on campus).
Visit IU's Coronavirus COVID-19 website for the latest university updates—including academic calendar, health and safety, campus operations, dashboard, and FAQs.
IU Student Government donated $100,000 to the on-campus food pantry, Crimson Cupboard, and to students financially affected by the coronavirus pandemic. If you need financial assistance you can submit an application. (Read the IDS article for details.)
The Crimson Cupboard is open for food pickup; check the website for hours.
Campus Kitchen at IU offers free meals and is open to all.
IUB sources of emergency funding
Graduate and undergraduate students can apply for emergency funds to help pay medical bills, rent, utilities, and other necessities. Support will first be distributed to those students with most dire need. Students must complete the application for COVID-19 emergency funds. Awards will average from $500–$1500. Funds awarded are grants to students and do not require repayment.
The IUB Biology Emergency Fund is open to graduate students with a declared major from IUB Biology and who are in critical “financial emergency” situations for which no other grant funds are available.
Small amount of funding available for graduate students. Contact IU Biology Director of Graduate Studies or department chair who, in turn, will contact Associate Dean Padraic Kenney with a description of your circumstances and the amount of financial need. These requests will be reviewed and funds will be disbursed based on urgency of need.
International students can apply for hardship assistance, which is disbursed through student Bursar accounts. Students must complete an OIS application. Typical award: $500–$2,000.
Get help through the IU Student Advocates Office with unexpected expenses. Usually limited to $500.
Finding food
Hoosier Hills Food Bank has compiled area food resources into two brochures. The brochures include food pantries, locations serving meals, and other resources.
IU Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) remains committed to supporting all of IU Bloomington’s graduate and professional students during this unprecedented time. Check out its COVID-19 resources page.
As always, feel free to reach out to our graduate office (gradbio@indiana.edu) for assistance.
Graduate advising office (MY 150) hours
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Monday, 9am–1pm (Katie)
Tuesday, 9am–5pm (Claire)
Wednesday, 9am–3pm (Tracey)
Thursday, 9am–3pm (Tracey)
Friday, 9am–5pm (Claire)
With the free IU Mobile app, you get the tools and help you need to succeed in your classes, no matter where you are. You’ll find quick access to Canvas, Zoom, the Keep Learning site, and key fall 2020 dates. You can also find your bus status and look up directions to buildings on campus. Personalize the app for the resources you need most.
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