• Update on testing and testing registration link
• Return to in-person instruction on Jan. 24
• Booster requirement and Vaccine Clinic
• Guidance on masking, isolation, and quarantine
• Regular and relevant data to understand the health of our community
• Information on the next testing and vaccination opportunities on and off campus
• Information on important phasing and planning related to activities across campus
• Answers to frequently asked questions 

Update on Testing

Comprehensive reports on testing are still delayed, however individuals being tested are receiving their test results within 48 to 72 hours. To date, the number of positives has been relatively low, and those who are testing positive are, for the most part, experiencing mild symptoms.

We will continue required weekly testing for those with religious and medical exemptions. Anyone else who is experiencing symptoms or feels they may have been exposed should also get tested. Also, anyone is welcome to get tested if they desire. Rapid testing is available through Student Health (studenthealth@guilford.edu) or Public Safety at 336.316.2909. As conditions warrant, we will also conduct rapid testing on a pop-up basis.

Starmed Testing Registration Link:

For future on-campus testing clinics, please note that we now have a registration link that is for the exclusive use of Guilford College. To register for a testing session, use this link. This link typically becomes active about 24 hours before testing, so you won’t be able to pre-register multiple days early.

Rapid testing is available for anyone who is experiencing any COVID-like symptoms. Contact studenthealth@guilford.edu or Public Safety at 336.316.2909 for more information.

Return to In-person Instruction

After two weeks of virtual instruction, in-person instruction resumed on Monday, Jan. 24. Even though we did not have complete testing data from our previous clinics, more than 95 percent of our campus community is vaccinated with the one-shot J&J or two-shot Pfizer and Moderna series. This, combined with our continued use of masking and social distancing and our new booster requirement, positioned us to open up restrictions.
 
Please check our Activity Matrix (Phase 4) for further clarification on the usage of these and other spaces on campus.

Booster Requirement and Vaccine Clinic

A booster clinic for the campus community was held on Jan. 14 (47 vaccines given) and again (along with rapid testing) on Jan. 27 where 88 boosters were administered. At the Jan. 27 clinic we were also able to distribute N95 masks that had been provided by the Guilford County Health Department. If you do not have an N95 mask and would like one, please stop by the Student Health office or email studenthealth@guilford.edu.
 
We are now mandating that anyone who is eligible receive and report a COVID-19 booster shot by Feb. 15.  An email outlining the process for submitting your proof of vaccination was distributed to students, faculty and staff on Jan. 25.

Next Vaccination/Booster Clinic

We are working to schedule our next vaccination clinic. If it has been more than five months since your second Pfizer or six months since your second Moderna shot you are eligible for the booster. If you had the J/J vaccine more than two months ago, you are eligible to get either booster. You would need to bring your vaccine card. There is no charge for the booster. 

Guidance on Masking, Isolation, and Quarantine

The College continues to mandate mask wearing indoors until further notice. We encourage members of the community to wear KN95 (most preferable) or surgical-type disposable masks rather than single-layer fabric masks. KN95 masks are available in the Hege Commons Ground vending machine. Guilford County reinstated its mandatory mask policy on Jan. 13. Individuals must wear face coverings when indoors in all business, establishments, and public places.
 
Based on conversation with the Guilford County Health Department, we are making changes to our quarantine and isolation protocols, as described in this flowchart for students and this flowchart for employees. We have adopted CDC recommendations that take into consideration an individual's vaccination status (fully vaccinated, under vaccinated, and unvaccinated), exposure vs. testing positive, and symptom levels.  
 
The College is reacting and responding to this situation on a daily basis. We will continue to change our approach as the situation warrants.
 
Thank you to everyone for their continued patience and support. It is your support and adherence to safety guidelines that allows us to further open the campus. We appreciate the community effort to safeguard yourself, your friends, your family, and the greater community.

Sincerely,
The Guilford College Health and Safety Task Force

Kim Berry and Steve Mencarini, co-chairs
Janet Gould
Suzanne Bartels
Savannah Henry
Maya Chevalier
Kim-Anne Kleimeier
Reacie Daniel

Erickia Elbert

Ryann Fowler
Michele Malotky
Susan Smith

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