COBI's GUIDE TO COVID-19 AND THE SPRING 2020 SEMESTER
GUIDELINES FOR SPRING 2020 GRADING PROCESS
CLASSES
College of Business and Innovation classes will continue with remote delivery through the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester.
Many classes will be using the Blackboard platform and may include "real-time" classes at your regularly scheduled class time through Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. Some faculty and student services offices may also use Webex for classes or student conferences.
In preparation for the transition to online learning, assess your technology to make sure that you have what you need to participate in online learning. Use UToledo Online resources that allow you to check your browser and computer. See below for helpful tech support and remote access information:
- UToledo Online Help Desk - Support numbers, browser check page, links to Blackboard and Blackboard Collaborate student guides, Echo 360 student guide, help videos
- University IT Help Desk - Internet access, mobile connectivity, or hardware and software issues
- Virtual Lab - Access commonly available software remotely
- eCasebooks from West and Foundation Press - Call 877.888.1330 to get set up. Online access is complimentary through the end of the Spring semester.
- eCasebooks from Aspen/Wolters Kluwer - Details coming soon
SPRING COMMENCEMENT 2020
Due to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Spring commencement ceremony planned for May 9 in the Glass Bowl is canceled and all college convocations and honors programs planned for April and May also are canceled. Graduating students are invited to participate in the University’s Fall commencement planned for Dec. 12, 2020 in Savage Arena.
BUILDING ACCESS
The College of Business and Innovation buildings (Stranahan Hall and the Savage & Associates Complex for Business Learning and Engagement) are closed, as the campus has shifted to remote work for the remainder of the Spring semester, effective March 18, 2020. Other than essential personnel, card swipe access will no longer work to enter College of Business and Innovation buildings, computer labs and classrooms.
IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Career Services recognizes that many students, alumni and community members have experienced a reduction in work hours or have lost their employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, we will continue to monitor local part-time employment opportunities and share them on this website. Rocket students and alumni can also access Handshake to search for internships, part-time and full-time positions that are local, regional and national.
To view the employers that are hiring, visit https://www.utoledo.edu/career/students/immediatejobs.html.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS
High-tech education. Engaged faculty experts. High job-placement rates. UToledo’s College of Business and Innovation prepares you for rewarding jobs in the field. The business industry demands skilled professionals ready to accept the challenges of an evolving world. We’re committed to giving you the tools and networking opportunities to thrive. Let The University of Toledo be your partner in achieving your educational and career goals.
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Facts & Figures
3100+
Students
92%
Retention rate (Spring 2019)
90%
Job placement after graduation
$400K+
Scholarships awarded annually
The University of Toledo College of Business and Innovation is one of a select group of business schools that meets the most rigorous standards of excellence in business education set by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). There are 862 business institutions in 56 countries and territories that have earned AACSB Accreditation. Similarly, 188 institutions hold an additional, specialized AACSB Accreditation for their accounting programs. The College of Business and Innovation currently holds both accreditations.
“ I have learned so much from the BCP and have received so many awesome opportunities! Through the COBI Job-Fair I got an internship with Otis Elevator, the biggest elevator company in the world! I feel ready for this due to all of the training and professional development offered by the University.”
Jaret Yost, International Business and Professional Sales major
