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Questions and Answers for 2021 PLUSS

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Is PLUSS scheduled for 2021?
  • Not at this time - it is postponed.
  • Event dates in June are not viable due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is PLUSS cancelled for 2021?
  • Not at this time - it is postponed.
  • Due to current policy at West Virginia University [the sponsoring organization]:
    • In-person group meetings and sponsored events are prohibited at this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
When will the event dates be available for 2021?
  • The planning committee decided in January to postpone the event to a later time in the year.
  • The planning committee will meet again in June to re-assess the COVID-19 situation and restrictions.
    • Many factors must be considered including state, county, and university policies.
    • The safety and health of all participants, instructors, and other persons involved in the event are our first priority.
    • This website will be updated with new information as it becomes available.
    • Due to the situational unpredictability of the pandemic in the months ahead:
      • We must remain calm, optimistic, and continue to plan for the future - as best we can.
Can I register a student to attend?
  • No, the registration portal for 2021 PLUSS is not open at this time.
  • We will re-open registration when an event date is decided.
Can I cancel a student registration and receive a refund?
  • Maybe - it depends on the date of the event (even if changed) and the date you request a refund.
    • We realize the fluidity of the COVID-19 situation, but we are committed to a percentage of hotel and food reservations.
    • 15 days before the event start date we cannot issue any refunds.
  • If we receive an emailed refund request within the following number of days prior to the event start date:
    • 15 to 0 days - No refund, but you can substitute another student at no additional cost.
    • 30 to 16 days - 50% refund, substitute a student, or carryover for PLUSS 2021.
    • Before 31 days - 100% refund, substitute a student, or carryover for PLUSS 2021.
How do I submit a refund request?
  • Reply to both your Part A and Part B registration confirmation emails to submit a refund request.
    • Submitted requests are not valid until you receive a reply confirming we received your emailed request.
How long will it take to receive a refund?
  • Highly dependent on the work status of West Virginia University employees.
  • Expect 30 to 45 days on a normal basis.
  • Expect more than 45 days, possibly months, if COVID-19 quarantines and possibly furloughs are in effect.