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COVID-19 Update: Winter Break and Returning to Campus

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: The fall semester has come to a close, and we wish everyone a well-deserved break! We continue to encourage everyone to observe the latest public health guidance this holiday season. As the COVID-19 Task Force prepares to reconvene in January, we want to remind the Oglethorpe community […]

COVID-19 Update: 12/9/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: As the fall semester ends, we wish everyone well on final exams and thank you for your commitment to our COVID-19 policies. Let’s finish the semester strong! As another break approaches, please continue to observe recommended public health guidelines, especially when traveling this holiday season. There are […]

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) distributions

Dear Students: We hope this note finds you on the path to a strong finish of the fall semester! Made possible by the American Rescue Plan, Oglethorpe has gained access to another allocation to the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF).  This funding is meant to go directly to students, and as a result, Oglethorpe will […]

COVID-19 Update: 12/2/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: We hope everyone had a relaxing break and wish you well as you prepare for final exams! As the end of the semester approaches, please continue to be mindful of the risks surrounding COVID-19, including the new Omicron variant. Please be aware of the latest public health […]

COVID-19 Update: Thanksgiving Break

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: We wish everyone a healthy and safe break this week! Please continue to observe recommended public health guidelines, especially as you travel to various destinations. There are several testing sites near campus for anyone seeking a COVID-19 test prior to traveling (listed below). Please be mindful of […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/18/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Everyone should take on the personal responsibility of educating themselves on the risks surrounding COVID-19 as we aim to keep ourselves and others healthy throughout the pandemic – especially during the holidays. The following resources from the Centers for Disease Control will help you stay up to […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/11/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: In addition to observing the policies in the COVID-19 Handbook, the COVID-19 Task Force encourages everyone to take on the personal responsibility of educating themselves on the risks surrounding COVID-19. Be mindful of public health guidance as you aim to keep yourself and others healthy throughout the […]

COVID-19 Update: 11/4/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Thank you for continuing to observe the policies in the COVID-19 Handbook. The COVID-19 Task Force urges the entire community to continue educating themselves on the risks surrounding COVID-19. Everyone should exercise personal responsibility in practicing recommended public health guidance to help keep yourself and others healthy […]

COVID-19 Update: 10/28/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: Please continue to follow the policies in the COVID-19 Handbook. Face-coverings are required indoors on campus, unless you are alone in your office or room, or while actively eating or drinking. These weekly updates continue to provide instructions for those who are exposed to COVID-19, experience symptoms […]

COVID-19 Update: 10/21/21

The latest update from the COVID-19 Task Force: We hope everyone had a relaxing and safe fall break. As we enter the second half of the semester, please continue to commit to the health and well-being of our entire community through the measures outlined in our COVID-19 Handbook. There are currently two known active case […]