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2009 H1N1 flu

The start of fall semester and a new academic year is getting underway. Each fall, unfortunately, also marks the beginning of flu season. This one is likely to bring some potentially unusual challenges. We will experience not only the expected seasonal influenza but also the 2009 H1N1 influenza, which is sweeping the globe in the first flu pandemic in 40 years.

Because of this, it is important that we review our current expectations for impact on the University of Minnesota community, the challenges this flu outbreak may cause, and our plans for addressing them. And it is important that you stay alert to these messages during the academic year. Pandemics can change quickly and unpredictably. We will all need to be cooperative, flexible, and resilient in responding to changing conditions.

Visit the 2009 H1N1 flu page for the latest in University information.

TXT-U

TXT-U is the University of Minnesota's emergency notification text messaging system. View a description of the program and register your e-mail address.

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Creating a Safe U

• TXT-U, the University of Minnesota emergency notification text messaging system.
• Pilot Expansion of the Washington Avenue Bridge Circulator until 10 PM.
• 624-WALK, a free walking or biking security escort service to and from campus locations and adjacent neighborhoods, available to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• MSA Express, a free door-to-door van service offering rides on and near campus.
• 301-SAFE, a telephone service providing messages about weather, safety, and health emergencies on the Twin Cities campus.
• Integration of safety and security messages in Welcome Week.
• Wide-ranging safety and security measures in residence halls and apartments.
• Future plans for additional exterior cameras around residence halls and apartments.
• Twenty Code Blue Phones for immediate connection to the 911 operator at the University Police station.
• 200 yellow phones for emergency, medical, and safety-related calls.
• A Security ID Badge Program for access to high-risk areas.
• 900 security cameras monitored around the clock.
• A variety of University departments involved in planning for and responding to emergencies.

Crookston emergency preparedness Web site

Duluth emergency preparedness Web site

Additional Resources

The Homeland Security Advisory System provides a comprehensive and effective means to disseminate information regarding the risk of terrorist acts to federal, state, and local authorities and to the American people.

Find links to this and other related sites in Additional Resources