St. Clair College will continue to offer the majority of its classes online for the winter 2021 semester.
President Patti France made the announcement in a letter to students posted on the college's website this week.
"None of us consider the current situation to be ideal in the least, but your adaptability and dedication has made this altered educational method quite effective," France told students after commending them for their perseverance during the first term offered strictly online.
Essential labs, clinics and workshops will continue to be offered on-campus while adhering to strict public health measures like wearing masks and keeping a distance from others.
However, after surveying students and staff most online courses offered during the winter term will be delivered using a real-time model. This is an effort to improve student engagement throughout the term.
Most winter classes will begin on January 18, 2021, and run for 13 weeks. Some programs will begin January 11 and run for 15 weeks to adhere to accreditation requirements.
