Spring Term

Spring instruction and operations are in person.

The UO is following CDC Guidance for Institutions of Higher Education at the direction of the Oregon Health Authority. COVID-19 safety plans, tools, and requirements to protect the UO community:

• Vaccinations are required for all students and employees.
• Booster shots are required for all eligible students and employees. The booster requirement deadline was March 18, 2022.
• Face coverings are welcome on campus. They are required in some locations such as health care settings including University Health Services (UHS) and Monitoring and Assessment Program (MAP) testing sites. Bring a mask if visiting a place where masks are required.
• Check your symptoms. Don't come to campus sick.
• Cleaning and ventilation improvements. We've increased airflow in buildings, clean using OSHA and CDC required methods, and installed touchless bathroom faucets, hand sanitizer, and towel dispensers across campus

Vaccination

Getting vaccinated is the best thing you can do to prevent serious illness from COVID-19.

All students and employees are required to be up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations, this includes getting a booster shot when eligible. Details about reporting process are available on the Student and Employee vaccination requirement webpages. 

More than 95% of UO students and employees are fully vaccinated. Eugene and the campus neighborhood have high vaccination rates.

Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is no longer required at most large public events.

COVID-19 vaccines are available at public health clinics, pharmacies, and through health care providers.

Vaccination

Need COVID-19 testing?

Free COVID-19 testing is available for UO employees, students, and Lane County residents age 3 and older. MAP test results are available within 2-4 business days. This is not a rapid test.

Masks are required at COVID-19 testing sites. Masks should be worn in line even if you are outside.

If a student has viral symptoms and is unsure whether they need a medical evaluation, they should contact UHS at 541-346-2770 or their health care provider to determine if and where they should to be tested.

Individuals who develop COVID-19 symptoms and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider for information on testing. Students may also contact UHS at 541-346-2770.

Exposed to COVID-19 or sick?

If you have tested positive, develop symptoms, or think you have been exposed to COVID-19:

• See the guidance on exposure scenarios.
• Follow this interactive guide to determine whether isolation or testing is needed and next steps.
• If you are a student living in the residence halls, visit University Housing for information on isolation.
• Any UO student or employee who has tested positive or has been exposed to COVID-19 may contact the Corona Corps Care Team. The Corona Corps is available with resources, support, and guidance.