All Posts in #public health update
Enhanced Public Health Measures
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff: Like many other colleges and universities in New York and across the country, over the past 72 hours Syracuse University has experienced a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases within our campus community. We do not…
COVID-19 Update: Winter Break 2021 Updates and Reminders
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: Tomorrow we conclude the Fall 2021 academic semester. Like many of our experiences together throughout the pandemic, this semester challenged us in new and unique ways. Also like before, as an Orange community we…
Take Action Today: Submit Vaccination or Medical/Religious Exemptions Documentation
Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues: The electronic form for faculty and staff to submit COVID-19 vaccination and exemption documentation is now available in the MySlice portal. This can be completed on a laptop or desktop computer with the best results…
Submitting Vaccination or Medical/Religious Exemptions Documentation
Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues: As announced this week, Syracuse University will require all faculty and staff to submit documented proof of vaccination status or information supporting their application for a medical or religious exemption. This process will occur electronically…
Students: Submit Your Required COVID Booster Record
Dear Students: As shared earlier this week, the University will require all eligible students, faculty and staff who routinely access any Syracuse University campus location or facility to receive a COVID booster shot prior to the start of the spring…
Important Update About COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: Earlier this week, we shared that the Biden Administration issued an executive order requiring that federal contractors mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for employees (subject to medical or religious exemptions), including a provision requiring that federal…
COVID-19 Update: Booster Shot Requirement | Vaccine Compliance for Employees | Spring Semester Return Planning and Procedures
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: I am writing today with an important update related to the University’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the health and wellness of our campus community, and our plans to ensure a robust academic and student…
COVID-19 Update: Monitoring the New Variant, Taking New Action
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: As we return from Thanksgiving break and prepare for the final days of the semester, the University’s Public Health Team remains focused on the health and wellness of our campus community and neighbors. Over…
COVID-19 Update: State and County Expand COVID Booster Eligibility
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: As the University continues to monitor updates regarding vaccine eligibility, I wanted to share with you the latest guidance from New York State and Onondaga County. The state and county have announced that any…
COVID-19 Testing Hours for Thanksgiving Week
Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: Soon, many of our community members will travel away from campus for the Thanksgiving break. For those in our community remaining in the Central New York area, please be aware that COVID testing will…