College Students Test Relationship Between Air Quality And COVID-19

The University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire students have been testing air quality in classrooms to ensure COVID safety. Their work has expanded beyond the campus to include sister campuses and daycare centers. They have implemented air purifiers and helped build affordable COVID filter fans. This initiative not only protects students but also inspires health awareness and learning.

What was the primary goal of the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire's project?

• To increase the number of air purifiers on campus

• To develop new teaching methods

• To reduce the number of students attending classes

• To improve classroom ventilation for COVID safety

Which two types of rooms were identified as most concerning at the sister campus?

• Gymnasium and art studio

• Lecture hall and computer lab

• Weight room and choir room

• Library and cafeteria

What materials were used to build the COVID filter fans?

• Plastic bottles and aluminum foil

• Wooden frames and glass panels

• Box fan, cardboard, duct tape, and HEPA filters

• Metal sheets and plastic pipes

How did the project impact the students involved?

• It led them to change their major

• It discouraged them from attending classes

• It inspired them to learn more about health

• It made them more hesitant to leave home

What is the overall sentiment expressed by the students about the project?

• A sense of security and learning

• Indifference towards the outcomes

• Disappointment in the university's support

• Frustration due to lack of results