News is spreading fast with the outbreak of the Coronavirus. With that being said, Rock Valley College is in the process of deciding what is best for fellow Rock Valley College students and staff. Below are a few updates shared by Rock Valley College.
For those of you concerned about The 2020 NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball Championship Tournament games hosted by Rock Valley College on March 12-14. It will be played as scheduled, as for now. However, spectators will not be allowed to attend the games. Only participating teams (players, coaches, other team staff members), and essential staff are allowed in the facility during the tournament.
The College remains in frequent contact with the Winnebago County Health Department and area first responder agencies to assess the risks associated with COVID-19. While the risk remains low in our region at this time, participating teams have traveled from various parts of the country for the three days of the tournament. For precautionary reasons, and on the advice of state health officials and the Winnebago County Health Department, the tournament will proceed without spectators to avoid a large gathering of people at this event.
All tournament games are being live streamed by the NJCAA at njcaachampstv.com to provide an alternative means for all fans to enjoy the action. Rock Valley College and the NJCAA sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to spectators, especially those who may have traveled a great distance to Rockford for the event. This decision is in the best interests of public health, and the safety of our campus and our community remains our top priority as we navigate the challenges of this worldwide pandemic.
Keep in mind that the public can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illness, like flu by: washing your hands often with soap and warm water, covering your cough or sneeze, cough and sneeze into your upper sleeve or a tissue that you throw away, cleaning surfaces often, increase cleaning of frequently touched surfaces, staying home, if you or someone in your household is not feeling well, stay home to keep others from getting sick.
Rock Valley College is actively monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The above information can all be found on the Rock Valley College website. (https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/About/COVID19.cfm?fbclid=IwAR1DcvIlUrv2KrwoQRlaXYafL6Nggy6I1pPwAe6udPSLqvn4vMY9qCUUrs0) This link provides updates on the college’s preparation and response measures. Please stay safe and healthy. If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, call the Illinois Department of Public Health hotline at 1-800-889-3931 or email DPH.SICK@Illinois.gov.
