COVID-19 Campus Updates
Spring 2022 Update
Updated March 22, 2022Masks
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
Below is the reporting on Western New England University COVID-19 cases, testing, quarantines, and recovered cases. Data is updated as it becomes available and is indicated with each statistic.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this COVID-19 Dashboard or the University COVID-19 response, please contact the Golden Bear COVID-19 Helpdesk at 413-782-1321, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Campus Updates
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Messages for Students and Family Members
Updated February 28, 2022
Messages for current WNE students.
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Messages for Faculty and Staff
Updated February 28, 2022
Messages for WNE faculty and staff.
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Updates for Prospective Undergraduate Students
Updated April 6, 2022
Updates for prospective undergraduate students.
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Resources
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On-Campus Resources
Student Health Guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Western New England University is following the guidance and recommendations from the CDC and Massachusetts DPH. Health Services has a comprehensive plan in place. We are monitoring developments closely and are proactively taking the appropriate steps and measures to maximize prevention, minimize risk, and ensure that we are prepared to respond. The health and safety of our students, employees, and community is our highest priority.
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State, National, and International Resources
• The CDC website
• World Health Organization
• Massachusetts Department of Public Health
• CDC Prevention & Treatment
• Coronavirus vs. the Flu
• Stigma & Coronavirus
• CDC: Enhanced Screening Procedures
• CDC: Spring Break Travel
• CDC: Health information
• US State Department
• US State Department Smart Travel Enrollment Program