Meeting the Challenges of COVID-19, Supporting Our TEI Family.

AuthorWelch, Katrina

Challenges confront us personally and professionally all the time. And, for the most part, we cope with or overcome them through a mix of luck, smarts, grit, and faith, which, over time, better prepare us for when the next challenge comes around. And then came COVID-19.

The new coronavirus has upended almost every aspect of our personal and professional lives and continues to challenge us physically, emotionally, personally, professionally, and financially. The scope of the pandemic recalls the decades-old phrase "the unknown unknowns"--the things we don't know we don't know. At the moment, these unknowns include its source, duration, causation, timeline, and other factors. On the opposite side of the spectrum, it is way too soon (and presumptuous) to even begin to speculate about what a "new normal" might look like. For now, and for the foreseeable future, we, our families, friends, neighbors, and coworkers are singularly focused on staying safe and socially distanced.

But what does this pandemic, with all its fear and uncertainty, mean for us at TEI? The steps we have taken to date have all been focused on ensuring your health and safety. Canceling the Institute's spring educational calendar ensured that TEI was in full compliance with all social-distancing guidelines regarding travel and assembly, eliminating opportunities for community transmission. At the same time, these steps have necessarily resulted in eliminating opportunities for members to network and stay connected--central elements of TEI's mission.

Despite these uncertain times, I am proud to report that TEI has risen to the challenge, to continue to fulfill its mission to keep members connected, engaged, and informed.

Virtual Learning

While our traditional face-to-face educational platforms have been sidelined, TEI is converting core elements of its spring educational program to virtual-learning formats, thus ensuring best-in-class, CPE-eligible education. Our Virtual Education Information Center at www.tei.org provides you with all the details regarding timing, subject...

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