College to operate remotely, classes online until May 1 

KEY WEST, FL, March 24, 2020—The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) is conducting all business remotely and will continue classes online through May 1, the last day of the spring semester, to prevent the potential spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).  The College’s physical locations, the Key West Campus, Upper Keys Center, and Middle Keys Center, are closed to the public.  Only students who are currently in the residence hall and employees with CFK ID are permitted on the Key West Campus.  Students, parents, and community members are able to receive service through telephone, email, and other technology during normal business hours.

“The College of the Florida Keys remains committed to serving our community.  While our employees are working from their homes, we are continuing to provide a high level of customer service.  We are actively engaged with our students and dedicated to supporting their academic success,” said Dr. Jonathan Gueverra, CFK President and CEO.

Cancellations and postponements:

CFK’s leadership team, in consultation with leadership from the College’s Faculty Council and Student Government Association, has cancelled the Spring Commencement Ceremony and Student Awards Banquet.  Students who meet the requirements to graduate this spring will still earn their credentials and are encouraged to participate in the Fall Commencement in December.  Additionally, the College has postponed the Upper Keys Center Ground Breaking Ceremony. Open House events have also been postponed.

CFK support for students, employees, and community:

Through the CFK Foundation, students were issued laptops and additional resources are available from the Keys Hope Emergency Grants.  Current students can receive more information about applying for a Keys Hope Emergency Grant by emailing [email protected].

For employees, the College has increased the number of VPN and Go-To-Meeting licenses and provided faculty with additional instructional resources to aid in transitioning coursework online.

Our community will benefit from medical supplies donated from CFK’s nursing program to Key West Advanced Urgent Care and Mariners Hospital.

Frequently used resources:

CFK encourages students, parents, and community members to visit the College’s website at www.fkcc.edu to find information and to utilize technology such as telephone, email, Go-To-Meeting, Skype, FaceTime, and Canvas to communicate with the College.  Below is a list of useful CFK resources:

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