EMPLOYMENT
Job Loss and transitions for students Students at CSU face job loss and changes in work amid the COVID-19 pandemic
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he COVID-19 pandemic has sent the world into a whirlwind with death, illness, and social distancing all looming over people as an imminent threat. This has resulted in closures, not only of universities like that of CSU, but of restaurants, bars, and many other businesses alike, leaving many students without work, or navigating work from home. Originally, the governor of Georgia, Brian Kemp, released a shelter-inplace order effective Apr. 3 through Apr. 13, and now extended through Apr. 30, further restricting many businesses. However, Governor Kemp announced on Apr. 20 that some businesses would be allowed to reopen on Apr 24 and restaurants on Apr. 27. Many businesses have personally extended their closure or continue to offer only to-go services in efforts to protect their employees and customers with social distancing. Still, many other businesses remain closed or are being run remotely. Some businesses have been able to move their employees to fully working from home, lessening the risk of exposure for many. This allows the worker a safe environment and the ability to maintain a stable income in these times of uncertainty. Raquel Aponte, CSU graduate student working toward a Post-Baccalaureate Spanish Translation and Interpretation Certificate, works for CSU as an PAIGE ADAMS
