@Anisqoyo I guess we need to wait and see what announcement comes tomorrow. My issue - in fact, every parent I speak with who has a college kid, no matter what school - is the fear that colleges are tying to get students to return to campus, but for how long??
I agree with you that it seems more reasonable to “socially distance” students in a classroom vs. a dorm or apartment.
FWIW based on conversations with other parents, UF did as good, in many cases better, a job of online classroom instructions than many other colleges. The bad news, at least for me, is that my D said it will be a waste of time for her to continue online only classes. She feels that she needs in person instruction to learn effectively.
This is a kinda rant/get it off my chest comment. March/April/May we lived with a real shelter in place mandate. We tried to limit grocery runs, other than curbside pick-up there were no restaurants open, etc. We cut our own bangs (huge mistake, do not recommend!). We kept an eye on Florida, and thought - they must be smarter than us! It will be great when kid can return to campus. Now as we get closer to move-in, Florida has become one of the worst states. My kid will need to self-quarantine when she returns to PA. Even her employer says she would not be able to work for two weeks. It just sucks. For everyone.
Oh well. I appreciate all replies. I suspect most of us value and want to provide our kids with the opportunity to experience a traditional college experience. I hope UF offers realistic guidelines tomorrow.
Stay healthy.