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As confirmed cases of COVID-19 track downward at Rowan, in New Jersey and across the nation, we are implementing some University-wide changes in our approach to testing and contact tracing.

TestingAs of Monday, Feb. 21, Hollybush Mansion will no longer be a site for symptomatic COVID-19 testing. Any student exhibiting symptoms of the virus should contact the Wellness Center at 856-256-4333 to arrange testing.

Through May 5, asymptomatic testing will continue every Wednesday and Thursday for any student or employee who is unvaccinated or any student or employee wishing to undergo testing. Testing will be from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each Wednesday and Thursday in the Owls Nest in the Chamberlain Student Center.

Contact tracingRather than conducting contact tracing investigations on each positive case among our University community, the Wellness Center will instead rely upon any Rowan student or employee who tests positive to personally notify their contacts. The Wellness Center will provide those individuals who test positive with information about informing their circle of contacts. The Universitys contact tracing group will no longer conduct active contract tracing investigations.

Remaining in effectAs we continue to evaluate a number of factors and monitor our cases, the Universitys masking protocols and daily screening will remain in place at this time.

Finally, anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 will still need to report their positive test to the University. Both students and employees must report here. Reporting is necessary as Rowan continues to update our website and submit weekly state reports.

Staying healthyAs always, the best way to protect yourself against serious illness is to get the COVID-19 vaccine and the booster shot. Click here for vaccination information.

Moving forwardRowans wellness team meets several times each week to review the Universitys positive case numbers, evaluate statewide and national trends, and consider changes to our pandemic protocols. As we continue throughout the semester, we will communicate any future changes to the University community.

A healthy Rowan is a thriving Rowan. Please continue to take every precaution to keep yourselves and our community healthy and safe this spring.

Contact Information:Scott WoodsideDirector of the Wellness Center856-256-4333woodside@rowan.edu

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