COVID-19 Campus Updates
SPRING 2023 Semester COVID-19 Updates & Information
- Student Testing Information
As of 9/7/22, mandatory testing is no longer required for students with a regular physical presence on campus who have a campus approved medical or religious exemption.
Students who have respiratory symptoms (sore throat, cough, nasal congestion):
- Take an at-home rapid antigen test; test kits are available in the Student Health
& Counseling Center lobby, and bookstore lobby. On-campus students may also obtain
test kits in the Duty Office, located in each residence hall. We recommend that you
test no more than once a day.
Note regarding test kit expiration date: the expiration date on the test kits has been extended by the CDC from October 31, 2022 to April 30, 2023.
Students who feel well, but have been exposed to COVID:
- Regardless of your vaccination status, monitor for symptoms for 10 days after exposure and test for COVID on day 5. There is no need to test more frequently (unless you develop symptoms).
- Take an at-home rapid antigen test; test kits are available in the Student Health
& Counseling Center lobby, and bookstore lobby. On-campus students may also obtain
test kits in the Duty Office, located in each residence hall. We recommend that you
test no more than once a day.
- Students Who Test Positive for COVID
Am I required to report my positive COVID test to the Health Center?
- No, you are not required to report your test to the Health Center or any other department on campus.
Should I isolate?
- Yes, you must isolate per the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Where do I isolate?
- On-campus students are encouraged to isolate themselves at their permanent, off campus
residence. If you cannot leave campus, you can isolate yourself in your own room.
Roommates may stay, but you and your roommate must both mask when in the room together.
If you would prefer an isolation room, email the Health Center at [email protected] or call 518-564-2187.
Roommates who are not COVID positive and who wish to move out of the room may contact the Health Center.
- Off-campus students should remain in their off-campus residence to isolate.
How long must I isolate?
- You must isolate for a minimum of 5 days. For example, if your symptoms began on a Wednesday, you would isolate yourself through Monday night. (Wednesday is day 0, Thursday is day 1, etc.)
- You must wear a mask during isolation and for 5 days after isolation (for a total of 10 days). Details on isolation can be found here.
May I attend classes/activities?
- No, you may not attend classes or activities until you have completed isolation.
- Notify your faculty that you are unable to attend classes in person. If your faculty requires an official absentee notice, email the Health Center at [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, Banner id and the dates of your isolation period.
I am isolated on campus, how do I get food?
- You may mask up and leave your room for a grab-and-go meal. These services are available
at various locations throughout campus.
- If you want to pre-order your food at a grab-and-go location (Kent Cafe, Tim Hortons,
Einstein Bagels, or the SunDowner (aka “Burghy’s Grill”), please use the Boost app. NOTE: Clinton Dining Services does not accept Boost app orders.
- You must return to your room to eat and should not mingle with friends.
- BOOST APP Questions? Email: [email protected]
- Ordering Doordash, GrubHub, etc? When your delivery person notifies you that your meal has arrived, MASK up and meet them at the front door of your building. Again, limit talking with others and return to your room as soon as possible.
May I leave my room during isolation?
- Yes, after you put on your MASK, you may leave your room for these reasons: to grab
a “to go” meal, to grab a delivery from the main entrance, to use the bathroom if
one is not in your room or suite, to evacuate during a Fire Alarm or if you have a
medical appointment.
- You may leave your room to do laundry. Limit your time in the laundry room, especially if others are present.
May I have Guests/Visitors?
- No. YOU (and your roommate) are the ONLY people allowed in your room!
- You CANNOT have guests or visitors during this time of isolation.
Do my close contacts have to quarantine?
- No. As of 8/11/22, close contacts do not need to quarantine, regardless of their vaccination status. For detailed information about what to tell your close contacts, click here.
Where can I get masks and over-the-counter medications?
- Contact the Health Center if you are in need of masks or over-the-counter medications, such as Tylenol, ibuprofen, nasal decongestants or cough syrup.
My COVID symptoms are getting worse, what should I do?
- If you are experiencing a medical emergency, dial 911 or call University Police at
518-564-2022.
- The Health Center is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Please email or call for an appointment: [email protected] or 518-564-2187.
Helpful People to Contact
- University Police: 518-564-2022
- Student Health & Counseling Center: M-F, 8 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 518-564-2187
- Medical emergencies: 911
- Central Heating Plant: 518-564-5030
- Maintenance & Operations: 518-564-5044
- Housing & Community Living: 518-564-3824, M-F: 8 a.m.-4:00 p.m
- Duty Cell Phone & Campus “Duty” Extensions:
Building: Director on Call
Call Number: 518-565-7028
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-3824Building: deFredenburgh Hall
Call Number: 518-726-7046
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-3121Building: Harrington Hall
Call Number: 518-726-6098
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-3187Building: Hood Hall
Call Number: 518-726-6099
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-3117Building: Macomb/Kent Hall
Call Number: 518-726-6464
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-3108Building: Mason Hall
Call Number: 518-726-6468
Voicemail/Duty Line: 518-564-2240My employer wants proof that I have to isolate. Where can I get that?
- Vaccination Requirements for Students
- All students who will have a physical presence on campus are required to provide evidence of, at minimum, the initial course of COVID vaccinations.
- A medical or religious exemption may be requested. Previously approved medical and religious exemptions will carry over. Students who currently have a medical or religious exemption do not need to resubmit
an exemption request.
- Boosters are not required but are strongly encouraged for those who are eligible.
- Students enrolled in any program or course or who are participating in a clinical or internship off-campus must continue to comply with the location's vaccination and/or testing protocols.
- All students who will have a physical presence on campus are required to provide evidence of, at minimum, the initial course of COVID vaccinations.
- Vaccine & Testing Requirements for Employees
While a vaccination requirement does not currently apply to faculty and staff, SUNY Plattsburgh faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated to support the safety of our community.
Testing Access and Availability
- Employees should contact their primary care provider or visit the New York State COVID-19 testing website for PCR testing availability.
- Employees may order free tests at COVID.gov and the Clinton County Health Department, as well as in pharmacies and retail stores. Private health insurance may reimburse the cost of authorized self-tests.
Reporting Requirements for Employees Who Test Positive
- Employees who have a positive COVID-19 test result should contact Human Resource Services at [email protected] or 518-564-5062.
- Employees should contact their primary care provider or visit the New York State COVID-19 testing website for PCR testing availability.
- Face Coverings
Masks are not generally required to be worn on campus or while on the campus shuttle.
Masks are required in certain circumstances:
- While in the Student Health and Counseling Center;
- In areas of the campus when specifically posted;
- As required by a third party location that provides instruction, internship activities, etc.
- In close spaces, such as faculty offices, where staff members and/or students are meeting and an individual asks for a mask to be worn;
- For specific on-campus events, at the college’s discretion.
Students and employees who are unvaccinated are encouraged to wear face coverings on campus.
Some members of our Cardinal community will choose to mask for a number of reasons. This may include immunocompromised conditions. As a mask-friendly campus, we respect and encourage individual decisions around personal health, safety and circumstances.
- International Travelers
SUNY Plattsburgh follows CDC’s international travel guidelines and recommendations. Campus community members returning from international travel must adhere to these guidelines.
Campus Housing & Community Living Updates
- Spring 2023 Move-in Procedures
- Students can find their spring 2023 housing assignment by logging into their Housing Portal.
- All on-campus students are required to provide evidence of, at minimum, the initial course of COVID vaccinations or to have an exemption, to live in their residence hall room for the the 2022–2023 academic year. For more information including how to seek an exemption to this policy please read “Vaccination Requirements for Students” above.
International students should follow the guidance communicated to them by the Global Education Office.
New Students
New students are able to check-in in the main lobby of their assigned residence hall beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Students can find their spring 2023 housing assignment in their Housing Portal
Returning Students
Returning students will have access to their residence halls beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Returning students DO NOT need to check in, they can proceed directly to their room.
Early Arrivals
Students who are enrolled in an educational experience (internship, student teaching, etc.) that necessitates an early arrival date, and students with extreme situations will be considered for an early move-in date. Please contact the campus housing office to explore this option: [email protected].
An early arrival fee may be applied to the student’s bill. Each request will be reviewed and a decision will be communicated to the student. Students should not make travel arrangements before receiving permission, as permission to move in early is not guaranteed.
- Positive COVID Test Results While On-CampusIf you or your roommate test positive for COVID while on campus, SUNY Plattsburgh will follow all requirements that are in place from N.Y. state and the Clinton County Health Department at the time of the positive result.
Past Updates
- Campus Updates & Virtual Town Halls
Campus Updates
2021
- Campus Update — December 13, 2021
- Campus Update — December 6, 2021
- Campus Update — November 29, 2021
- Campus Update — November 22, 2021
- Campus Update — November 15, 2021
- Campus Update — November 8, 2021
- Campus Update — November 1, 2021
- Campus Update — October 26, 2021
- Campus Update — October 18, 2021
- Campus Update — October 13, 2021
- Campus Update — October 4, 2021
- Campus Update — September 27, 2021
- Campus Update — September 20, 2021
- Campus Update — September 13, 2021
- Campus Update — September 6, 2021
- Campus Update — August 30, 2021
- Fall Restart 2021 Message — August 6, 2021
- Summer Update — July 22, 2021
- Summer/Fall Planning — June 8, 2021
- Campus Update — May 10, 2021
- Campus Update — May 3, 2021
- Campus Update — May 2, 2021
- Campus Update — April 30, 2021
- Campus Update — April 26, 2021
- Campus Update — April 25, 2021
- Campus Update — April 23, 2021
- Campus Update — April 18, 2021
- Campus Update — April 17, 2021
- Campus Update — April 14, 2021
- Campus Update — April 13, 2021
- Campus Update — April 12, 2021
- Campus Update — April 9, 2021
- Campus Update — April 8, 2021
- Campus Update — April 7, 2021
- Campus Update — April 6, 2021
- Campus Update — April 5, 2021
- Campus Update — April 4, 2021
- Campus Update — April 3, 2021
- Campus Update — April 2, 2021
- Campus Update — April 1, 2021
- Campus Update — March 31, 2021
- Campus Update — March 30, 2021
- Campus Update — March 29, 2021
- Campus Update — March 28, 2021
- Campus Update — March 27, 2021
- Campus Update — March 26, 2021
- Campus Update — March 25, 2021
- Campus Update — March 24, 2021
- Campus Update — March 23, 2021
- Campus Update — March 22, 2021
- Campus Update — March 21, 2021
- Campus Update — March 20, 2021
- Campus Update — March 19, 2021
- Campus Update — March 18, 2021
- Campus Update — March 17, 2021
- Campus Update — March 16, 2021
- Campus Update — March 15, 2021
- Campus Update — March 14, 2021
- Campus Update — March 13, 2021
- Campus Update — March 12, 2021
- Campus Update — March 11, 2021
- Campus Update — March 10, 2021
- Campus Update — March 9, 2021
- Campus Update — March 8, 2021
- Campus Update — March 7, 2021
- Campus Update — March 6, 2021
- Campus Update — March 5, 2021
- Campus Update — March 4, 2021
- Campus Update — March 3, 2021
- Campus Update — March 2, 2021
- Campus Update — March 1, 2021
- Campus Update — February 28, 2021
- Campus Update — February 27, 2021
- Campus Update — February 26, 2021
- Campus Update — February 25, 2021
- Campus Update — February 24, 2021
- Campus Update — February 23, 2021
- Campus Update — February 22, 2021
- Campus Update — February 21, 2021
- Campus Update — February 19, 2021
- Campus Update — February 18, 2021
- Campus Update — February 17, 2021
- Campus Update — February 15, 2021
- Campus Update — February 14, 2021
- Campus Update — February 13, 2021
- Campus Update — February 12, 2021
- Campus Update — February 11, 2021
- Campus Update — February 10, 2021
- Campus Update — February 9, 2021
- Campus Update — February 6, 2021
- Campus Update — February 5, 2021
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — February 1, 2021
- Campus Update for Students — February 1, 2021
- Campus Update — January 22, 2021
- Campus Update — January 15, 2021
- Campus Update — January 9, 2021
2020
- Campus Update — December 21, 2020
- Campus Update — December 18, 2020
- Campus Update — December 11, 2020
- Campus Update — December 7, 2020
- Campus Update — December 4, 2020
- Campus Update — December 2, 2020
- Campus Update — November 25, 2020
- Campus Update — Thanksgiving Message — November 25, 2020
- Campus Update — November 24, 2020
- Campus Update — November 23, 2020
- Campus Update — November 22, 2020
- Campus Update — November 21, 2020
- Campus Update — November 20, 2020
- Campus Update — November 19, 2020
- Campus Update — November 18, 2020
- Campus Update — November 17, 2020
- Campus Update — November 16, 2020
- Campus Update — November 15, 2020
- Campus Update — November 14, 2020
- Campus Update — November 13, 2020
- Campus Update — November 12, 2020
- Campus Update — November 11, 2020
- Campus Update — November 10, 2020
- Campus Update — November 9, 2020
- Campus Update — November 8, 2020
- Campus Update — November 7, 2020
- Campus Update — November 6, 2020
- Campus Update — November 5, 2020
- Campus Update — November 4, 2020
- Campus Update — November 1, 2020
- Campus Update — October 30, 2020
- Campus Update — October 29, 2020
- Campus Update — October 28, 2020
- Campus Update — October 27, 2020
- Campus Update — October 26, 2020
- Campus Update — October 25, 2020
- Campus Update — October 24, 2020
- Campus Update — October 23, 2020
- Campus Update — October 22, 2020
- Campus Update — October 21, 2020
- Campus Update — October 20, 2020
- Campus Update — October 19, 2020
- Campus Update — October 18, 2020
- Campus Update — October 18, 2020
- Campus Update — October 16, 2020
- Campus Update — October 15, 2020
- Campus Update — October 14, 2020
- Campus Update — October 13, 2020
- Campus Update — October 12, 2020
- Campus Update — October 10, 2020
- Campus Update — October 3, 2020
- Campus Update — September 26, 2020
- Campus Update — September 21, 2020
- Campus Update — September 20 2020
- Campus Update— September 18, 2020
- Campus Update — September 12, 2020
- Campus Update — September 4, 2020
- Campus Update — September 4, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — September 1, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — September 1, 2020
- Campus Update — August 29, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — August 26, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — August 26, 2020
- Campus Update — August 25, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — August 21, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — August 21, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — August 19, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — July 29, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — July 24, 2020
- Campus Update — July 10, 2020
- Campus Update — July 6, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — June 22, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — June 22, 2020
- Campus Update — June 12, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — June 8, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — June 8, 2020
- Campus Update — May 29, 2020
- Campus Update — May 15, 2020
- Campus Update — April 24, 2020
- Campus Update — April 17, 2020
- Campus Update — April 10, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — April 6, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — April 6, 2020
- Campus Update — April 2, 2020
- Campus Update — March 31, 2020
- Campus Update — March 29, 2020
- Campus Update for Teaching Faculty — March 27, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — March 27, 2020
- Campus Update for On-Campus Students — March 25, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — March 23, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — March 23, 2020
- Campus Update for On-Campus Students — March 22, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — March 20, 2020
- Campus Update for Parents — March 20, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — March 20, 2020
- Campus Update for Teaching Faculty — March 19, 2020
- Campus Update for On-Campus Students — March 18, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — March 17, 2020
- Campus Update for Parents — March 17, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — March 17, 2020
- Campus Update for Faculty & Staff — March 16, 2020
- Campus Update for Parents — March 16, 2020
- Campus Update for Students — March 16, 2020
- Campus Update — March 13, 2020
- Campus Update — March 12, 2020
- Campus Update — March 11, 2020
- Campus Update — March 6, 2020
- Campus Update — March 4, 2020
- Campus Update — March 2, 2020
Virtual Town Halls
- Virtual Town Hall — October 16, 2020
- Virtual Town Hall for Faculty & Staff — July 23, 2020
with Questions and Answers from the session - Virtual Town Hall for Students & Parents — July 23, 2020
with Questions and Answers from the session - Virtual Town Hall for Faculty & Staff — March 17, 2020
- Virtual Town Hall for Students & Parents — March 17, 2020
Dashboards