A message from the University of Oregon
A message from the University of Oregon
University of Oregon
COVID-19 Update
January 27, 2022  •   coronavirus.uoregon.edu

What You Need to Know


Booster Shot Requirement: The booster shot requirement deadline is Monday, January 31, for all who are eligible. 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: As with our existing vaccination requirements, the University of Oregon will continue to recognize both medical and non-medical exemptions to the booster shot requirement consistent with state law. For information on the exemption process visit the Student or Employee vaccination webpages.
  • Additional information and FAQs about the UO's booster shot requirement are available on the Coronavirus Resources website.
New Booster Clinics: Oregon Health Authority in partnership with Lane County Public Health (LCPH) is now offering a new COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinic at Autzen Stadium.
  • Daily, noon - 7:00 p.m. No appointment needed.
  • Location and directions are available on the UO map.
  • Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson and Johnson/Janssen (J&J) doses. Bring your vaccine card to be updated for second doses or booster shots.
Walk-in vaccination clinics continues at PeaceHealth RiverBend Annex also continues to operate Tuesday-Sunday. No appointment needed. Additional information is available on LCPH website along with a list of other places that offer COVID-19 vaccinations.
Employee Assistance Program: UO provides employees paid leave for COVID-related reasons including quarantine or isolation of a dependent living at home. COVID-19 leave is in addition to other forms of paid leave. UO employees also have access to wellness, assistance, and support resources. Learn more about leave options and employee wellness resources through the Office of Human Resources.  

UO Vaccination Rates

Faculty and Staff: 95.3% 
Students: 96.8%
The vaccination rate is updated on the COVID-19 Safety Dashboard every Monday. All UO faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated or submit a vaccine exemption and undergo weekly testing. UO vaccination rates are a key measure in becoming a "fully vaccinated" campus under Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for higher education. 

Featured FAQ

What should I do if I can't meet the UO booster shot deadline for COVID-related reasons (isolation/positive test/exposure)?
If you’re unable to get your booster shot by the deadline due to exposure or illness, you may wait to get a booster shot until you are recovered or out of quarantine or isolation.
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 for specific questions or concerns.
The CDC recommends getting a COVID-19 vaccine even if you have already had 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 form to upload your booster shot information. You may be contacted after the deadline if you have not submitted your booster shot form and asked to provide more information.
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COVID-19 Cases

UO: There were 378 members of the UO community who tested positive or were considered presumptive positive from January 17-23.
OHA: State and county cases and trends are reported on the OHA 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: Individuals with no symptoms or mild symptoms can get tested through UO's Monitoring and Assessment Program. 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.
Students should not go to the hospital emergency room (ER) solely to get a test. Please do go to the ER or call 911 if you are experiencing severe symptoms.
Prevention: The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. The CDC outline some general precautions to minimize the spread of respiratory diseases. 
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Mental health and wellness tips from UO experts.

Resources

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