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COVID-19 Update: 1/14/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force The Oglethorpe campus is expected to operate in the orange phase of the campus protection guide during the upcoming spring semester. Campus will be open to on-campus residents, commuter students attending classes on campus, and authorized personnel. Campus will remain closed to students taking fully remote classes and university […]

COVID-19 Update: 12/16/20

As we conclude the fall semester, we wish our students luck on their final exams, papers and projects before the well-deserved winter break. For those planning to travel in the coming days, please be mindful of the latest public health guidelines and continue practicing the Petrel Pledge. We hope everyone stays healthy and safe while enjoying the […]

COVID-19 Update: 12/9/20

The end of the semester is nearly here. The final day of classes is this Friday, December 11, with final exams taking place next week, December 14-18. Let’s finish the semester strong! Campus continues to operate in the red phase of the Campus Protection Guide. If you observe any violations of safety protocols on campus or have […]

COVID-19 Update: 12/2/20

We hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing break, and that you are feeling healthy and staying safe! Students who have returned to campus since the holiday are now in a Petrel Pause period of enhanced isolation and social distancing as a precaution before being tested for COVID-19 this Friday. This period will account for some incubation […]

Message from the COVID-19 Task Force

As we prepare for an upcoming break, COVID-19 cases are increasing in Georgia and across the country. Oglethorpe continues to take steps to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread on campus, and we ask everyone, both on and off-campus, to be vigilant in practicing the Petrel Pledge and abiding by the latest public health guidelines this Thanksgiving. […]

Thanksgiving break update for on-campus residents

Residents, We hope you are doing well, and are ready for a relaxing holiday break. Please take note of a few important reminders, and one change regarding COVID-19 testing after Thanksgiving break.  COVID-19 Testing Due to the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases across the country, the COVID-19 task force has discussed, and changed the testing date […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/18/20

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Thanksgiving is next week, and during this season of increased travel and family gatherings, it is vital that we practice the Petrel Pledge to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread in our communities. Small gatherings with friends and family are playing a significant role in COVID-19 transmission. […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/12/20

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, and the level of COVID-19 spread continues to increase in Georgia and across the U.S. Family events have been reported to play a significant role in COVID-19 transmission, so it is extremely important to practice the Petrel Pledge during this time. It is […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/4/20

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Academic planning Registration for both J-Term 2021 and Spring 2021 has been pushed back from its original intended start date. Registration for these academic terms will begin on November 16. Students should see updated registration dates in their OASIS accounts soon. The newly announced J-Term 2021 will […]

COVID-19 Update: 10/28/20

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Halloween is this weekend, and we want everyone to enjoy the holiday as safely as possible by continuing to practice the Petrel Pledge! Avoid large gatherings, wear your mask, wash or sanitize your hands regularly, and social distance. Please plan to get your flu shot if you […]