University of Oregon says winter term will be largely online

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — The University of Oregon says winter term courses will continue to be largely remote and online.

Oregon Public Broadcasting reports the university in Eugene said it will continue to offer some classes in-person, such as science labs and physical education courses. The in-person courses will continue to require face coverings and physical distancing.

University President Michael Schill and Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips said they made the decision based on careful monitoring of COVID-19 indicators and prevalence in Lane County and across Oregon.

The university in October has reported nearly 200 cases of coronavirus in University employees and students living on and off campus.