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University, D.C. Department of Health gives update on monkeypox at webinar
By Abigail Turner | 09/22/2022Student Health Center working to get vaccines on campus
Delivering American University's news and views since 1925 | Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Student Health Center working to get vaccines on campus
Mask usage will be optional and encouraged, officials said
Students residing in on-campus housing expected to isolate in place
Here is what the AU community should know
Testing site will be permanently relocated to Beeghly Building, anticipated May 16
Temporary closures pose challenges for some students who rely on regular testing
Officials cite increase in levels of COVID-19 transmission in DC region in decision
1,485 total cases, one hospitalization reported during spring semester, according to dashboard
The policy change makes masks optional in classrooms and most campus locations
University cites low testing numbers on weekends
Students and faculty offer mixed reactions to the district’s decision
Testing is not the ‘definitive measure’ of University’s COVID-19 response, spokesperson confirms
Students cite financial concerns, cheaper off-campus housing in decision
University is taking steps to provide adequate masks, officials said
About 1,800 of students will be required to take PCR tests each week
University expected to announce surveillance testing guidelines Friday
University spokesperson cites $1 million cost to build testing clinic, 1:1 testing style
Previous guidelines told students KN95 masks were “expected,” but not required
Professors must wear masks while teaching, AU says
Majority of voting students also favor current dining safety protocols and increased dining options
