It has been nearly four years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and during that time, much has been learned about the prevention and mitigation of the spread of the infectious disease. As the Stevens community moves into the 2023-2024 academic sessions, it is important to note the updates that have occurred regarding reporting cases of COVID-19.
If you or a fellow student have tested positive for the disease, it must be reported to Student Health Services by emailing them at studenthealthservices@stevens.edu. If you live on campus, it should be reported to your RA as well. Following this step, you will be instructed to isolate yourself if you are experiencing symptoms. Additionally, instructions will be sent regarding contact tracing, requesting lecture recordings, and dining information for food delivery to help with situating into temporary isolation. If you live with a roommate on campus, you will be allowed to move into “emergency rooms” located in Castle Point Hall. The CDC reports that “being around people who are symptomatic increases the risk of transmission,” so following all of these precautionary steps can help to prevent further spread. If you do not have symptoms, you are not required to quarantine as long as you remain symptom-free for 10 days after last exposure. Wear a mask during this period to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
If you do not have a COVID-19 test kit, do not worry. Test kits can be picked up at the Health Service from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays while the university is open (students only).
Stevens “strongly recommends students and employees stay up-to-date with COVID-19 boosters,” and documentation for boosters can be submitted through the Healthy Stevens Portal. If you have any questions regarding the Stevens’ COVID-19 vaccination guidelines, contact student affairs at studentaffairs@stevens.edu.
