COVID-19 Campus Updates

Spring 2022 Update

Masks
To assist the campus community in starting the spring semester strong, healthy, and safe, WNE has purchased KN95 masks for widespread distribution. Each community member will be provided two (2) initial KN95 masks.
» KN95 Distribution Process and FAQ    » Mask Policy 

Testing
Information regarding weekly surveillance, re-entry, and diagnostic testing for the spring semester. All faculty, staff, and students (resident and commuter) are required to have re-entry testing before the start of the semester.
» Comprehensive Testing Program  » Athletes  » Testing Schedule  » FAQ   

Spring Break 2022

Information regarding re-entry testing for faculty, staff, and students after spring break as well as the testing protocol for student-athletes.

» Re-Entry Testing Post Spring Break  » Student-Athletes Re-Entry Testing  

Vaccinations
All students registered for classes will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to Health Services, regardless of whether they are residential/commuter, undergraduate/graduate/professional, or taking courses remotely but living locally. 
» Policy    » Exemption Request Form 

Boosters
WNE’s guiding principles throughout the pandemic have been to maintain the health and safety of the entire Golden Bear Community. Given the CDC’s recommendation, all faculty, staff, or students who intend to live, learn, conduct research, or access any campus resources are required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot, when eligible.
» Policy  » Clinic Schedule  » Exemption Request Form 

Modified Isolation and Quarantine Program 
Consistent with recent CDC guidance, WNE will implement a Modified Isolation and Quarantine Program for the winter term and spring semesters.
» Overview    » Isolation and Quarantine Steps 

International and Exchange Students
Information regarding travel, testing, and vaccinations for all noncitizens.
» Overview