Coronavirus
Frequently Asked Questions
Last Updated on 8/27/21
Review the ICC Vaccination Update by the ICC President – Vaccine Mandate FAQ’s coming soon
General
How do I find out more about the emergency financial aid grants provided by the CARES Act?
Health Guidelines
How should I report Covid-19 related illness or exposure?
- Employees feeling ill, diagnosed with COVID-19, or exposed to COVID-19 (unless fully vaccinated) must notify a supervisor immediately. Do not come to campus. The supervisor should:
- Immediately send employee home (if on campus)
- Notify Risk Management/Benefits and Leaves office at [email protected]
- Individuals should contact their local county health departments for quarantine and health care information.
- Benefits and Leaves Office will contact the individual.
- Students feeling ill, diagnosed with COVID-19, or exposed to COVID-19 (unless fully vaccinated) must notify an instructor immediately. Do not come to campus. The instructor should:
- Immediately send student home (if on campus)
- Notify their Academic Dean, the Dean of Students, and Risk Management/Benefits and Leaves office at [email protected]
- Individuals should contact their local county health departments for quarantine and health care information.
- Benefits and Leaves Office will contact the individual.
- View the Covid Illness Reporting Guidelines for Employee and Student and Return Guidelines flowchart for more information.
What restrictions are there for travel?
There is no college-related international travel. Follow CDC guidelines for returning to work or school after international travel.
No other restrictions are currently in place. However, it is recommended you monitor your destination region for positivity and case rates prior to travel.
Are masks required on campus and where can someone get disposable masks if they don’t have one?
What health screenings are in place when coming to campus?
Access and Building Use
How do I access the campus? Parking? Building access?
Are events being held on campus?
College-hosted events are currently being held on campus. External group events will not be held on campus before October 2021.
Is the CougarPlex open?
The Cougarplex Fitness Center is currently open for students, athletics, faculty, and staff. Call the Fitness Center front desk at (309) 694-5419 to reserve your time. The center is phasing in availability to the public, with full opening scheduled for the Fall.Visit the Fitness Center page for more information.
Is the ICC Children’s Center open?
Will the cafeteria be open for students in housing?
Where are the open computer labs for students? What are the hours? Procedure?
From June 1 – July 30, 2021, an open computer lab is available on the East Peoria Campus in Technology Center 108 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 am – 2 pm and Fridays from 8 am – noon.On the Peoria Campus, an open computer lab is available in Hickory 127 on Tuesday and Thursday from 8 am – 2pm.
Academics
What are the Fall 2021 class formats?
- The Fall 2021 semester is returning with more in-person classes and an increased schedule of student activities and athletic events. Visit Class Formats for more information.
- All classes will use Blackboard for the following: syllabus, mode information and explanation of modality, any alternative virtual platform used with directions, office hours, and faculty contact information.
What technology is required for my classes?
Visit the Student Technology Resources page for more information, including the Standard Computer Requirement for online learning students. Technology rentals are available through the Bookstore.