How to Submit Vaccine Records or Request Exemption

August 27, 2021

Communications this week via NDNU email provided details for how employees and students can submit their vaccine records or apply for an exemption to the vaccine requirement based on a medical exemption, disability accommodation, or firmly held religious beliefs. Those communications are linked below

Instructions for NDNU Employees

Instructions for NDNU Students

NDNU’s Vaccine Policy

August 13, 2021

NDNU is committed to protecting the health and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and administrators, their families, and the communities we serve. We also value maintaining education access and attainment for our students. We have embraced a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus in our workplace and classrooms. NDNU will require employees and students working or learning on campus to be vaccinated by Friday, August 27, 2021.

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New COVID-19 variants & statewide vaccination plans

April 7, 2021

Although COVID-19 vaccinations are on the rise, new contagious COVID-19 variants have emerged. To learn more about vaccinations in your area and to stay up to date with current trends and data, review this month’s latest COVID-19 update.

Read University Notification for April 7

Health Update for San Mateo County & On-Campus Protocols at NDNU

March 8, 2021

NDNU’s Public Safety hours have changed and California continues to vaccinate individuals that register for the vaccine. Find out if you are eligible for the vaccine.

Read University Notification for March 8

Health Update for San Mateo County & On-Campus Protocols at NDNU

February 16, 2021

COVID-19 numbers are rising again and vaccinations have started to be distributed among the public. NDNU is still currently enforcing the on-campus Access Protocol and the Public Safety Hours of operation have changed.

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On-Campus Protocols and Hours of Operations

January 15, 2021

As the State of California continues the battle against the COVID-19 virus, vaccines have begun to be dispersed in 3 separate phases. Notre Dame de Namur University continues to enforce on-campus protocol at this time. Please review the changes to Public Safety’s hours prior to returning to campus.

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Health Update for San Mateo County

November 20, 2020

California has experienced a recent spike in positive COVID-19 cases. California is issuing a limited Stay-at-Home order paired with a mandatory curfew for non-essential work and gatherings from 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. daily.

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Health Update for California

October 13, 2020

In a recent press conference, Gov. Gavin Newsom reported that hospitalization rates have decreased 8% over the past two weeks and a 13% drop in COVID-19-positive ICU admissions. While San Mateo County is still on the monitoring list, government officials are brainstorming ways to stay safe and healthy with the upcoming holiday seasons.

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Health Update for San Mateo County

September 9, 2020

California’s wildfires have caused emergency evacuations in various counties while presenting additional health risks during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. View CalFires live fire updates here. San Mateo County as well as a majority of California are at high risk for spreading the virus. View California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.

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New COVID-19 Health Update for San Mateo County

August 5, 2020

As of 12:01 a.m. Aug. 2, 2020, San Mateo County requires additional indoor business closures as a result of being on the state COVID-19 monitoring list. Details here.
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Changes to Student Fees for 2020-2021 Academic Year

July 30, 2020

Due to NDNU’s remote instruction for 2020-2021 NDNU will waive a number of fees that would normally be charged to student accounts.
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New COVID-19 Health Update for San Mateo County

July 24, 2020

San Mateo County Health Officer has issued a new statement regarding the current COVID-19 status in the county. Please read the NDNU on-campus access protocol.
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New Shelter-in-Place Status for the State of California

July 15, 2020

Effective July 13, 2020, Governor Newsom declared a statewide order to close some indoor business operations statewide and additional indoor operations in counties on the Monitoring List.
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NDNU to Provide Instruction Remotely for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021

July 13, 2020

After thoughtful consideration, we have decided to provide instruction and student support services remotely and online in fall 2020 and spring 2021, with the exception of some courses with in-person meetings as described below. Given that there will be minimal in-person instruction, NDNU will not offer campus housing for fall or spring and will not be accepting housing applications.
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Shelter-in-Place Status, Summer Academic Resources

July 9, 2020

As we continue to see COVID-19 cases rising in California, we want to encourage you to continue to wear face coverings outside the home, in places of business, and to practice social distancing for your well-being and the safety of others. Governor Newsom has enforced a new order in some Bay Area counties to close down businesses.
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Shelter-in-Place Status

June 19, 2020

San Mateo County Health Officer has issued a new order to align the county with Governor Gavin Newsom’s Resilience Roadmap. The local shelter in place order of June 4, 2020, has been rescinded and replaced with a new order emphasizing individual behavior and the practices businesses must follow as they resume operations. The new order is effective immediately as of June 17, 2020.
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CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grant Report

June 11, 2020

NDNU is supporting eligible graduate and undergraduate students by providing emergency financial aid grants from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund established by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
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Statement from President Carey; CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grant Report

June 4, 2020

This week’s briefing includes a statement from President Daniel Carey reaffirming NDNU’s commitment to diversity in light of recent national and global events, and information related to emergency financial aid grants established by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
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Housing Move Outs Phase II; Thursday’s Tele-Town Hall for Small Businesses with Senator Jerry Hill

May 26, 2020

Information about academic services for the summer terms, phase 2 housing move-outs, and details on Senator Jerry Hill’s Tele-Town Hall with California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara for Small Businesses COVID-19 resources.
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Summer Academic Services; Housing Updates and Virtual Commencement Celebrations

May 20, 2020

The briefing link below provides resources and information on academic services for the summer term, phase 2 housing move-outs and continued celebrations for our new graduates.
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NDNU Summer Services; Housing Updates and Virtual Commencement Celebrations

May 12, 2020

The briefing link below provides resources and information on summer tutoring services, Gellert Library services and ways we are celebrating our graduates and their accomplishments virtually this month.
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Virtual Commencement Celebrations

May 5, 2020

The briefing link below provides resources and information on how we are celebrating our graduates and their accomplishments virtually this month.
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New On Campus Access Protocol; San Mateo County Extension to Shelter-in-Place Orders

April 29, 2020

The County of San Mateo has revised the current Shelter-In-Place order by extending the date to May 31, 2020. The briefing link below includes new information on campus access protocol, and reminders about course withdrawal dates and details about 2020 commencement.
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San Mateo County Extensions and Revisions to Shelter-in-Place Orders

April 28, 2020

The County of San Mateo is in the process of revising the current Shelter-In-Place order with the possible extension date moving from May 3, 2020 to May 31, 2020. The briefing link below includes campus information about course withdrawal dates and commencement.
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Video Message from NDNU Interim President Dan Carey; CARES Act Funding & Commencement

April 27, 2020

We miss our students and everyone in our campus community! Watch a video message from President Dan Carey that includes glimpses of what’s happening on campus while you’re engaged in remote learning and sheltering in place. The notice also includes details on 2020 Commencement.
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San Mateo County Order; Course Withdrawal Dates Extended

April 22, 2020

Information on San Mateo County’s order requiring members of the public to wear face coverings outside the home for certain activities and in places of business. NDNU is temporarily altering some course withdrawal policies for the Spring 2020 semester to accommodate our students.
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Student Success Resources; Tuition & Fees 2020-2021

April 20, 2020

Information on course withdrawal, Strategies for Increasing Accessibility during Online/Remote Learning and community resources for basic needs.
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Course Withdrawal Date Extended; Community Resources for Basic Needs

April 16, 2020

Due to COVID-19, NDNU is temporarily altering some policies for the Spring 2020 semester to accommodate our students. Community resources for individuals experiencing food and/or shelter insecurity can also be found in this update.
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University Notification

April 13, 2020

University report on shelter in place status, student notification updates, and a fun new activities listing for our community members.
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Student Fee & Reimbursement Process, Summer/Fall 2020 Advising

April 9, 2020

NDNU will provide a 50% reimbursement for the spring 2020 semester, for the following fees: Room, Meal Plan, Resident and Student Activity Fees, Student Services Fees and Parking. Staff academic advisors and admissions counselors are working on assisting students to determine their pathway to a degree.
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Online Classes Extended through Summer 2020; Library Materials Return Deadline

April 6, 2020

NDNU has decided to extend online/remote classes through the end of the summer 2020 semester. Library materials should be returned to the book-return bin outside the library entrance or shipped to campus by May 8, 2020.
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University Notification

April 2, 2020

Notre Dame de Namur University information and resources related to the Future of NDNU, shelter in place orders, and resident move-out procedures.
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Shelter in Place Order Extended

March 31, 2020

The Bay Area’s shelter in place order will be extended through May 3, 2020. Notre Dame de Namur University implements additional protocols for those returning to campus to retrieve belongings.
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Updates: Academics, Commencement, Housing and Student Employment

March 30, 2020

Information on NDNU’s online/remote teaching for the Spring 2020 semester, commencement, housing, refunds and student employment.
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Commencement: No Gathering on May 9, Alternate Celebration under Consideration

March 27, 2020

University communication on 2020 commencement and ongoing coronavirus prevention measures.
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University Notification

March 26, 2020

University report on shelter in place status and ongoing coronavirus prevention measures.
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Shelter in Place Status & Fun Activities Resources

March 24, 2020

University report on shelter in place status, ongoing coronavirus prevention measures, information on telemental health services for students and fun activity resources for our community.
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California’s Stay-at-Home Executive Order & NDNU Telemental Health Services

March 20, 2020

Information related to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s statewide Executive Order N-33-20, information for NDNU residents and employees, Student Wellness rollout details for telemental health services at NDNU.
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University Notification

March 19, 2020

Status update on residents sheltered in place, campus status and health information for employees.
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University Notification

March 18, 2020

Communication includes updated national, state and local resources related to coronavirus crisis, status update on residents sheltered in place, and health care information for employees. Information on 2020 commencement can be found here.
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NDNU Shelter in Place Status Report

March 17, 2020

University’s status report on shelter in place and coronavirus prevention measures. Healthcare information for employees also available here.
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Bay Area Shelter in Place Orders & CDC Recommendations

March 16, 2020

Information for residents on campus, details on the six bay area counties impending “shelter in place” orders and directions for NDNU employees.
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Letter to NDNU Students/ Student Notification

March 14, 2020

Letter of Gratitude and university status update related to national emergency declaration and student feedback.
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Information for Student Residents

March 13, 2020

During the period of closure of the campus and the residence halls, NDNU will reimburse each resident student for the housing and meal plan costs not incurred during the closure. Details about retrieval of personal belongings and cleaning/sanitizing measures can also be found in this notice.
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2020 Commencement & Coronavirus (COVID-19)

March 13, 2020

Given current conditions and projections for the spread of the virus, it is highly likely that the planned Commencement on the Koret Field may not be possible and that Commencement will take some form other than a large gathering. NDNU will wait to see how things develop before making a decision. Please plan and set expectations with this possibility in mind.
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NDNU Changing to Online Format to Prevent Coronavirus

March 12, 2020

The university has been closely monitoring local conditions around COVID-19 (coronavirus), including the recommendation of local health officials and responses of nearby campuses. We know this is an uncertain time, and the local situation is rapidly evolving.
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Notre Dame de Namur University is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to non-discrimination in its hiring and other employment practices and personnel policies. In compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists, NDNU will make employment decisions irrespective of the staff member’s race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except for minors), sex, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, medical condition (a cancer-related or genetic condition), disability and/or any another status protected by law. When necessary, the NDNU will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities if they are otherwise qualified to perform all essential functions safely and do it without undue hardship to the NDNU. Inquiries regarding the College’s equal opportunity policies should be directed to the Human Resources Department via email at hr@ndnu.edu. NDNU admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.

Mark Dee

Magellan Solutions USA launched under the visionary leadership of Mark A. K. Dee, Chief Executive Officer – a consultant and service provider for healthcare administrative support, IT development, energy, call center, and business process outsourcing. Mark has served in various multi-level management positions in his 21 years of service in the United States Air Force (USAF). He performed as Immunology and Microbiology department manager, Medical Laboratory Assistant Director, Facility and Security Manager, and finally retiring in the military in 2008 as Superintendent/Assistant Chief of Operations of 330 personnel Medical Group. Mark has experiences in the services industries since he retired, including running a restaurant chain as the CEO. He has also developed other businesses in the Martials Arts studio and 3d-printing industries. He has a BS in Health Sciences and Hospital Administration, Board Certified in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Graduated in the Senior Executive Leadership School from the USAF, Master’s in Business Administration, and a Master’s of Science in Systems Management at Notre Dame De Namur University.

Chosen Cheng

Chosen Cheng is owner of CMC Group, a privately held engineering and marketing consultancy for small business startup ventures. He currently works with project teams developing patented award-winning solar roofing systems and patent pending drone-based augmented reality geological and thermal mapping solutions. He was formerly a Silicon Valley marketing and innovative corporate training manager. As an avocation and a way to “pay it forward” he enjoys teaching and career coaching college and graduate MBA students many of whom are pioneering first generation college students from underserved communities. He and his wife, a Notre Dame alum, celebrated their wedding reception at the Ralston Mansion in the 70’s and have two stupendously successful, married adult children who between them have four stupendously adorable grandchildren.

Arthur Chait

Entrepreneur, Executive, Engineer, Investor, Professor, Mentor. Founder & CEO EoPlex Inc. ($31 million VC funded startup acquired by ASTI Singapore). President Stanford Research Institute (SRI) Consulting Division (800 staff worldwide). SVP Flextronics (responsible for $8 Billion in global accounts). President Zitel Software. Principal Booz Allen. R&D Director Halliburton. Adjunct Professor Menlo College, Visiting Professor Universidad Francisco Marroquin (Guatemala), Mentor Draper University, Judge Startup Chile. BS Engineering Rutgers, MBA Strategy University Pittsburgh.

Kelly Cansler

Kelly completed both her BS (Finance/Economics) and MBA from NDNU. She utilized her business education to launch an insurance agency in 2008 with Farmers Insurance. It’s grown into multi-million-dollar agency, organically and through acquisition. She has been recognized by Farmers Insurance being ranked within the top 10% of agents nationwide, but also as a speaker, trainer, and mentor within the Farmers Insurance Community. Kelly is extremely connected with local businessowners through several networking channels.

Cliff Burnette

Cliff is the senior vice president and chief human resources officer at Rambus, a global chip and IP provider that advances data center connectivity and solves the bottleneck between memory and processing. Cliff has over 20 years of experience leading global human resources operations for publicly traded companies with expertise in employee relations, organizational development, and compensation strategy. Prior to Rambus, Cliff worked for several other high-tech companies in the semiconductor and medical device space and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing from Texas State University and a master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Organization Development from the University of Texas at Austin.

Memo Morantes

Memo Morantes has been a San Mateo County resident for more than 45 years. He has been a three-term San Mateo County Board of Education incumbent, a Redwood City/San Mateo County Chamber of Commerce board member, a Sequoia Hospital Foundation member, a co-chair of the Latino Leadership Council of San Mateo, and a civic/community activist.

Sheryl Young

Sheryl serves as a director for Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, which provides $10M each year for innovative teachers and social entrepreneurs throughout the Bay Area. Prior Sheryl served as CEO of Community Gatepath and AbilityPath.org. She has over 30 years of managerial experience in operations, finance, and marketing. Young is a graduate of the Stanford University Graduate School of Business Executive Program for Non-Profit Leaders, earned an M.A. of Public Health from UC Berkeley, an M.A. in Special Education from Ball State University and a B.A. in Political Science from Purdue University.

Brian Schumacker

Brian manages South San Francisco-San Bruno’s wastewater treatment plant and with a dedicated staff of over 40 professionals who safeguard community health and protect the fragile San Francisco Bay ecosystem. Brian holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration, both from Notre Dame de Namur University. Brian has also earned the highest levels of professional certifications in wastewater treatment.

Mario Rendon

Mario Rendon serves as District Director for State Assemblymember Kevin Mullin. He develops the communications, public relations and constituent service strategy for the office and supervises a small team that represents Mr. Mullin in the 22nd Assembly District within San Mateo County. He has over twenty year’s experience working with elected officials at the local, state and federal level developing public policy.

Jerry Hill

Jerry’s public service started with his local neighborhood association that progressed to the California State Assembly and Senate where he authored legislation resulting in laws on issues related to consumer protection, utility safety, coastal protection, public health, education and the environment. Jerry was born and raised in San Francisco, receiving his BA from the University of California, Berkeley and a Teaching Credential from San Francisco State University.

Magda Gonzalez

Magda was most recently the City Manager for the City of Half Moon Bay, California. Prior she was the City Manager of East Palo Alto, California and Assistant City Manager, Redwood City. Magda was President of Cal-ICMA, representing the Local Government Hispanic Network and serves on the Board of Directors for the San Mateo Credit Union and the Latino Leadership Council of San Mateo County. Magda is also a member of ICMA and the State Bar of California and received several awards and recognitions, including Career Excellence Award (WLG) and the Ethical Hero Award from Cal-ICMA.

Jeremy Dennis

Jeremy currently serves as Portola Valley Town Manager. Previously, he’s worked for elected officials at all governance levels, including twice as District Director for local assemblymembers. He worked as the Palo Alto Long Range Planning Director, and for San Mateo County in management roles. Jeremy has a Masters in Urban Planning from the London School of Economics, and graduated from UC Davis studying US History/Political Science.

Kate Comfort-Harr

Kate is Executive Director of HIP Housing, a nonprofit specializing in creative affordable housing solutions throughout San Mateo County. Kate is a frequent speaker on a wide array of affordable housing topics and is passionate about the cultivation of collaborations between the private, public and social sectors. She serves on the Board of Directors for the San Mateo Credit Union and was awarded the Chamber San Mateo County’s 2020 Business Woman of the Year Award.

Jeff Cox

Program Director for Master of Public Administration

Jerome Nadel

Jerome Nadel is Internationally experienced design-led marketing executive (CMO and GM) with a track record of improved market position, revenue growth, and M&A. He is an advance degreed psychologist and user experience product/service design expert, board member and advisor. Jerome recently retired from Rambus as where he was CMO and GM of the security software division that he led the sale to Visa. He has had a variety of chief marketing officer and chief user experience officer roles at companies including Human Factors International, SLP InfoWare, Gemplus, and Sagem. He started his career in the IBM Human Factors Labs. He is also an avid cyclist with National and multiple California State Champion titles.