Dear Students,

Last weekend’s flu and booster clinic was a big success, distributing 283 vaccines. Thanks to all who participated!

If you participated in this weekend’s vaccination clinic, please email wornerdesk@coloradocollege.edu, from your CC email address with “I’m Vaccinated” in the subject line and you’ll receive a code for a $5 Amazon credit for getting your booster or flu shot.

We saw the effectiveness of our protocols during Fall Break and will implement the same protocols for Winter Break:

Testing

All students will take a COVID-19 test in January, ahead of J-Block, Half Block, or Block 5, based on your schedule.
You will receive an email from  covid19@coloradocollege.edu  prompting you when to pick up a  BinaxNow test kit from the Tutt Library circulation desk
Bring and swipe your Gold Card to pick up a test kit.

Protect Yourself and Others

Protect family members who may be more at risk of severe illness, even if they are vaccinated:
- Continue participating in ongoing screening testing.
- Avoid large gatherings and  mask up indoors.  
- Follow CDC travel guidance for  domestic  and  international  travel. Travel requirements have changed for international travelers: All air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before travel to the United States.

Symptomatic Testing 

Schedule an appointment at the Student Health Center if you are feeling ill and experiencing COVID or flu symptoms. The Student Health Center will be open for normal hours through Wed., Dec. 22 (8 a.m.-noon and 1-7:30 p.m.) with limited hours Dec. 23 (8 a.m.-2 p.m.).
During Winter Break, beginning Friday, Dec. 24, through Sunday, Jan. 2, students should contact the Optum Medical Center Point Urgent Care, (719) 636-2999, if experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell.

If you receive positive COVID-19 test results during Winter Break, follow  isolation protocols  and contact the COVID-19 coordinator, (719) 413-9588 to discuss  the need for  support. 

Flu cases are on the rise. If you’re diagnosed with influenza, stay home and away from others until at least 24 hours after symptoms, including fever, subside, typically four to seven days. Contact the Student Health Center, (719) 389-6384, to get your flu shot.

We wish you a healthy and restful break. 

Sincerely,

Andrea Bruder
Chief Public Health Advisor to the President 

Mateo Muñoz
Chair, COVID-19 Policy and Implementation Committee

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