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DIVISION OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
 

This week, COVID-19 cases remain steady at a low level on our campuses, as outlined in our COVID-19 weekly dashboard. We appreciate everyone doing their part to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Vaccination and Exemption Plan Update

  • The deadline to submit your proof of full vaccination is Nov. 29, 2021. We encourage all students, faculty and staff to learn more about our vaccination plans.
  • The deadline to submit your request for exemption, which was Monday, Nov. 1, has now passed. Please submit your request now.
  • A total of 2207 exemption requests have been received. There are currently 1769 approved exemptions (1651 students, 37 faculty, 81 staff).
  • The Division of Health and Wellness continues to review exemptions, along with following up on incomplete forms and requests where more information is needed.
  • If you submitted a request and are awaiting follow-up, please continue to check your BGSU email.
  • Falcon Health Center continues to offer free COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and vaccines are widely available at no cost.
COVID-19 Information and Resources

The BGSU COVID-19 response website is an excellent resource for the most up-to-date University protocols, vaccine plans, testing, dashboard data and more.

University Protocols Current protocols on BGSU campuses

Vaccination and Exemption Plan BGSU plan announced this fall

Testing Available on Campus Free to students, faculty, and staff

BGSU COVID-19 Dashboard Updated every Wednesday

Frequently Asked Questions Answers to common questions

Updates for the Community BGSU leadership communications

Answering Your COVID-19 Questions

  • The BGSU COVID-19 Response Hotline 419-372-3000 is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Voicemails are checked on Sundays and holidays.
  • If you have questions, you can also reach out at health@bgsu.edu or visit our FAQ page.
We will continue to partner with our public health officials and communicate important updates as they develop. Thank you for all you are doing to keep our campuses safe and healthy.
Be well,
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Ben Batey, MPH, RN
Chief Health and Wellness Officer
Bowling Green State University