Spring Term Expectations
The UO community has done a great job helping to reduce the risk of COVID-19 by following public health requirements, getting vaccinated, and taking other precautions. Thank you.
As we enter spring term and the COVID-19 conditions continue to evolve, here are some reminders about current requirements, personal prevention strategies, and university COVID-19 resources.
Personal Prevention: With the UO's high vaccination rates, reduced community hospitalization rates, and availability of high-quality masks, the local public health authority has ended many public mandates. Individuals are encouraged to assess their own personal situation and take appropriate precautions including:
- Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines. This includes getting a COVID-19 booster shot when eligible. Remember to report your booster shot with the UO.
- Monitor for symptoms and stay home if sick. Use the UO interactive guide to determine whether COVID-19 testing or isolation is recommended.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water.
- Get a flu shot. Oregon is experiencing a late season rise in flu cases. UO students can receive a flu shot at University Health Services (UHS).
Masks: The UO respects an individual's choice to wear a mask as an effective personal protection strategy against COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases.
- Masks are welcome on campus.
- Masks will continue to be required in health care settings and the Vivian Olum Child Development Center.
- Bring your mask when visiting a setting where they are required.
- KN95 masks continue to be available for UO students, staff, and faculty.
- If you test positive for COVID-19 or have viral symptoms, refer to the exposure scenarios for additional masking guidance.
- There are many reasons an individual may choose to wear a mask. We ask you to continue to show respect and compassion for others.
Classroom Expectations: Spring classes are being held primarily in person and regular attendance is expected. Here are support resources available to students and faculty.
- Students are encouraged to work with their advisors. The Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center has expanded offerings including workshops, learning specialists, and study groups.
- The Academic Council has provided faculty and instructors with updated spring term academic guidance and resources.
- Some online courses are available through the course catalog similar to pre-pandemic.
- Change can be stressful. The UO community can access mental health and wellness resources through Duck Nest.
Testing: Free COVID-19 testing is available on campus through UO's Monitoring and Assessment Program (MAP).
- Masks are required at MAP testing sites, including in line outside.
- Appointments can be made for asymptomatic testing inside McArthur Court.
- Symptomatic testing is held at the McArthur Court ticket windows by walk-in only.
- Required testing resumes the week of March 28 for UO students and employees who are unvaccinated or requested an exemption to primary vaccine doses.
Events: Heading to a UO event this spring?
- Proof of vaccination or COVID-19 test result are no longer required for entry to designated events including UO athletic events. Masks are still welcome though optional.
- Certain multi-day programs with the public and overnight camps have vaccine reporting requirements.
- More information is available on the Coronavirus Resources Regulations webpage.
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