Moscow State University’s Shuvalov building, known for housing the faculties of political science, public administration, history and philosophy, as well as the Higher School of Cultural Policy and Management in the Humanitarian Field and the Center for All University Art and Nature Collections, has shifted to distance learning through May 26 due to a measles case involving a student. This action reflects a measured response aimed at safeguarding the university community while maintaining continuity in instruction.
A directive circulated to the deans directs faculty to organize structured distance education for students using e-learning and distance-learning technologies. The plan, coordinated with the Department for Academic Policy, Education and Methodological Activities, and the Organization of the Educational Process, specifies that the Shuvalov building will operate in a remote format from May 12 through May 26. The goal is to minimize in-person contact while ensuring that coursework and assessments continue without interruption.
Attendance at in-person state final certification events will be limited to students and staff who have had no contact with the infected student, and who either have completed a two-dose vaccination regimen or have recovered from measles. The policy emphasizes protective measures to prevent transmission during critical evaluation periods.
In addition, participants in supplementary education programs and associated circles are being moved to distance education during this period, aligning with broader public health precautions and the university’s commitments to student safety and academic progress.
The rector of Moscow State University, Viktor Sadovnichy, has directed the medical research and training center and the regional public health authority to monitor immune status among employees and students associated with the Shuvalov Corps. The university will coordinate immunization efforts where indicated and monitor vaccine coverage in accordance with current health guidance and the evolving epidemiological situation.
The Shuvalov building serves multiple academic units, reinforcing the need for adaptable instructional delivery while ensuring continued access to education in key disciplines that span political science, public administration, history, philosophy, and related cultural policy and management fields. This arrangement underscores the university’s capacity to protect student and staff health without compromising the integrity of the learning experience.
Local health authorities reported that an order had been issued to Moscow State University regarding anti-epidemic measures in response to the detected measles case. The university’s administration has communicated that epidemiological investigations are underway, with actions taken to prevent further spread of the illness and to safeguard on-campus populations. The ongoing assessment will guide subsequent steps and potential adjustments to instructional format as warranted by the situation.
These measures illustrate a coordinated approach among university leadership, health authorities, and academic departments to balance public health priorities with the obligation to provide rigorous education. By leveraging remote-learning infrastructure, the university aims to maintain academic continuity while reducing the risk of transmission among students, faculty, and staff across the Shuvalov complex. The situation continues to evolve, and updates are anticipated as more information becomes available through official channels and health advisories, with a focus on transparency and timely communication for the university community and stakeholders.