A message from the University of Oregon
A message from the University of Oregon
University of Oregon
COVID-19 Update
March 17, 2022  •   coronavirus.uoregon.edu

What You Need to Know
Booster Deadline: Tomorrow, March 18, is the booster shot reporting deadline. All UO students, faculty, and staff are required to be up to date on COVID-19 vaccines. Submit your information today, if you haven't already. 
To submit your booster shot information:
  • Students: Log in to the MyUOHealth Portal. Visit the "Immunizations" tab. This is the same process used to upload your original vaccination information.
  • Employees: Fill out this online form and upload a copy of your vaccine card. This is the same form used to verify your initial vaccine status.
  • Exemption process: For information on the exemption process visit the student or employee vaccination webpages.
If you're eligible and need to get a booster shot, vaccine and booster clinics are held at Autzen Stadium Thursday-Sunday from noon-7:00 p.m. No appointments needed. Lane County Public Health provides a list of additional places, including health care providers and pharmacies, that offer COVID-19 vaccinations.
For more information about the booster shot requirement and answers to frequently asked questions, visit the Coronavirus Resources website.
Spring Term Masks: As winter term comes to a close mask requirements are changing. Here are a few reminders:
  • After March 19, masks will be welcome though optional in most places.
  • Masks will continue to be required in health care settings and Vivian Olum Child Development Center. Bring your mask when visiting places such as University Health Services and Monitoring and Assessment Program (MAP) COVID-19 testing sites.
  • KN95 masks are available on campus. 
For more information about masks at the UO visit the Coronavirus Resources website. 

UO Vaccination Rates

Faculty and Staff: 95.3% 
Students: 96.8%
The vaccination rate is available on the COVID-19 Safety Dashboard. All UO students, faculty, and staff are required to be fully vaccinated or submit a vaccine exemption and undergo weekly testing. 

Featured FAQ

I recently tested positive for COVID-19. Can I still get a booster?
If you have a current COVID-19 infection, you should wait until you have completed your isolation period before getting a booster shot. For most people, this means after the five-day isolation followed by five days of continued masking. Individuals should work with their health care provider if they have specific questions or concerns. 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend getting a COVID-19 vaccine even if you have already have COVID-19 because vaccines provide additional protection against serious illness. 
When you're recovered and eligible get your COVID-19 booster shot. Then complete the vaccination reporting process to upload your booster shot information. If you're unable to get your booster shot by the deadline due to illness, you may wait to get a booster shot until you are recovered or out of isolation. 
For more information about COVID-19 booster shots and the reporting process visit the Coronavirus Resources website. 
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COVID-19 Cases

UO: There were 13 members of the UO community who tested positive or were considered presumptive positive from March 7-13.
OHA: State and county cases and trends are reported on the Oregon Health Authority COVID-19 data page. State and county vaccine distribution is reported on the OHA vaccination trends page.
Learn more about UO COVID-19 Case Tracking.

Reminders

COVID-19 Testing: Masks are required at COVID-19 testing sites including in line outside.
Individuals with no symptoms or mild symptoms can get tested through MAP. Lane County provides an extensive list of additional COVID-19 testing sites. Check with testing facilities to ensure they meet your test type and time frame requirements.
KN95 Masks: KN95 masks continue to be available on campus to faculty, staff, and students. Learn more about KN95 masks on this safety sheet. Pickup locations are available on the Coronavirus Resources website.
Prevention: The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. The CDC outline some general precautions for personal prevention.
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In the News

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