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As you prepare for spring semester, we wanted to provide reminders and updates.
As we prepare to return to campus, I would like to update you on the state of COVID-19 in Ohio, review our testing protocols, and share an update on vaccine rollout in Ohio.
OHIO's new Heritage Hall distributed COVID-19 vaccines on Jan. 7 to more than 200 first responders and home health care professionals.
College of Business educators created a digital escape room to help students collaborate.
Ohio University students returning to the Athens or regional campuses for spring semester can pick up a bag that includes personal protective equipment upon their return.
Ohio University has invested in an expanded COVID-19 asymptomatic testing program for spring semester, partnering with Vault Health to provide asymptomatic testing for students and employees.
Ohio University’s Athens campus will serve as a location where Phase 1a recipients can receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine through a collaboration between the University and the health department.
The Psychology and Social Work Clinic at Ohio University will offer low-cost sessions on coping with stress and anxiety from COVID-19 to both campus and community members starting in January.
On Dec. 11, the United States recorded more new COVID-19 cases on a single day (244,011) than on any other day during the pandemic.
As we enter into the holiday season, we are all looking forward to a restful winter break and a new year that culminates with the start of a successful spring semester.
In response to the current rate of spread and to keep our campuses safe in the spring, Ohio University has invested in an increased testing capacity for the upcoming Spring Semester.
The hotline is available throughout the winter break, with some shortened hours for the holidays, for all employees and students who experience symptoms or think they have been exposed to the virus.
Asymptomatic COVID-19 testing is still available for students and full-time faculty and staff through Dec. 13. For symptomatic testing, the COVID-19 Hotline will be available throughout winter break.
Gear up for winter break and congratulations graduates!
It is important to take stock of the current state of the pandemic, to stay informed about how COVID-19 may affect Spring Semester, and to work together to keep everyone safe through the holidays.
