Episode 228: College Campuses Become Flashpoint in Idaho’s Coronavirus Battle

Clark Corbin | 10/02/2020

Welcome to episode 228 of the Extra Credit podcast.

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare says students returning to college is one of the factors driving an increase in COVID-19 cases.

The numbers show that several university campuses are experiencing sharp increases in COVID-19 cases. This week, outbreaks led the University of Idaho to allow virtual teaching this week.

Be sure to check back next week for another new episode of Extra Credit.

 

 

Clark Corbin

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