Who should quarantine?
Individuals who come into close contact with someone with COVID-19 who are not fully vaccinated and/or are not up to date with vaccinations should follow these guidelines:
- Please know, per the CDC, "up to date" means a person has received all recommended COVID-19 vaccines, including any booster dose(s) when eligible.
- Students must quarantine in a quarantine dorm room for five days. Test on Day 5 regardless of symptoms. Test anytime that symptoms develop. On Day 6, students will still need to sleep and eat in their quarantine dorm. Wear a well-fitted mask for a full 10 days with mask removal for sleeping and eating only OR if you are alone. If at any time a student tests positive, they need to call the COVID Response Team to report their positive test. Those who are not fully vaccinated and a close contact should call the COVID Response Team to report and confirm their quarantine plan.
- Find a visual representation/flowchart illustrating this guidance on the ODH website.
If I live in the residence halls, can I quarantine in my room?
The university has allocated space in residence halls for students who live in the residence halls to quarantine. As a result, the COVID Response Team may coordinate your move to the quarantine housing. In certain situations, after careful scrutiny by the Kent City health commissioner and the COVID Response Team, a student may be asked to quarantine in their own room. The university will provide linens and food. The local health department will provide case management and coordinate with the COVID Response Team and the DeWeese Health Center.
Can I still receive mail and packages?
Mail will be held at area desks for students. Mail will not be delivered to quarantine or isolation dorms.
If I live in the residence halls, can I go home to quarantine?
Yes, unless there is an objection from the local or state health department, a student may return home to quarantine. Before returning to campus contact the COVID Response Team at 330-672-2525.