Vanderbilt University announced Monday it is canceling classes for the rest of the week amid concerns about the coronavirus. It is also canceling all in-person classes starting March 16 through at least March 30.
The university will adopt distance learning and other options during that time.
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A news release from interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente said the decision came after the school learned several students returned to campus who have since reported being exposed to an individual who tested positive Monday for the coronavirus, or COVID-19.
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