Carthage Extends Spring Break Over Coronavirus Concerns

KENOSHA COUNTY, WI — Thursday morning, Carthage College officials said they're extending spring break by one week, citing COVID-19 concerns. Carthage is located in northern Kenosha County just south of Racine County along Lake Michigan.

“This was a very difficult decision. Carthage has long prided itself on our small classes, hands-on learning, and supportive, in-person academic environment. We are committed to helping students complete their spring semester courses and meet graduation requirements,” Carthage College President, John Swallow said in an announcement.

Spring break will now continue through March 20. University officials said once spring break is over, the university will resume classes through remote teaching.

Remote teaching will continue through Thursday, April 9, before Carthage’s regularly-scheduled Easter break, April 10-13, university officials said. Carthage plans to resume regular classroom instruction on Tuesday, April 14, and will continue to monitor the spread of the virus to confirm that this will be possible and to make other adjustments if necessary, university officials said.