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StFX cancels in-person exams amid outbreak

Saint Francis Xavier university has suspended in-person exams.

It comes after Dr. Robert Strang, Chief Medical Officer of Health, said Friday everyone who was exposed as a result of the StFX outbreak must isolate and be tested for COVID-19.

Timothy W. Hynes, Academic Vice-President & Provost (Acting), made the announcement on social media late Friday.

https://www.facebook.com/stfxuniversity/posts/10159047620234892

All scheduled exams must be changed to online or take home, otherwise delayed until January.

Hynes said he understands the sudden change will be hard on students and instructors.

“I recognize and regret that the decision to convert to online exams with such little notice may cause additional stress and challenge at an already stressful and challenging time,” he said. “However, it is important to comply with this latest directive from Public Health officials.”

He said the university will continue to follow Public Health’s lead.

  • Kelly MacMillan lives in Port Hawkesbury with her husband and son. She has been part of the team at 101.5 The Hawk for more than 25 years, sharing stories from around the region. You can join her weekdays from 10am until 2pm.

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