Booster Clinics for Eligible Students and Employees
1/21/2022
Beginning January 25, 2022, Gonzaga is offering COVID-19 booster clinics for any Gonzaga University students or employees who qualify and have not yet received this important safeguard against the COVID-19 virus. Whether individuals received a Pfizer or Moderna vaccination, there are booster doses available for on campus, free of charge, by appointment only.
Commitment to Wearing Face Coverings
1/13/2022
As Spring Semester 2022 gets fully underway, we at Gonzaga along with most colleges and universities across the country are seeing an increase in reported cases of COVID-19.
Based on the most recent trend data, we anticipate that this surge will continue over the next four to six weeks. Our objective during this time is to slow the rate of infection, and limit the number of people who are affected at a given point in time. I want to reinforce that in addition to keeping vaccinations current with a booster (which reduces the risk of serious illness and hospitalization), it is imperative that we commit to wearing face coverings while in indoor, congregate settings.
Spring Semester Booster Vaccine and Pre-Arrival Testing Requirements
12/30/2021
Effective immediately, all vaccinated students, faculty and staff will be required to receive a booster shot within 14 days of becoming eligible. We strongly recommend that you receive your booster shot before the end of holiday break if you are eligible to do so.
Additionally, all students, whether vaccinated or unvaccinated, boosted or not boosted, are asked to test for COVID-19 within 48 hours of their planned return to campus (for graduate and law students, this would be within 48 hours of your first visit to campus for the spring semester).
Please read the full message for additional context and important details about the start of the Spring 2022 Semester.
Supporting the Mental Health of Our Students and University Community
10/22/2021
Under the most ordinary circumstances, college is stressful; academic pursuits, physical health, personal and family issues can all contribute to the mental health challenges that many of us experience. Without question, COVID-19 has magnified and added to these, adding anxiety, stress and frustration to an already challenging experience.
We're here to help. Learn more here.
COVID Blog Launched
Gonzaga’s ZagOn COVID Blog shares the latest updates on GU’s COVID response. Check out student testing options and what to do if you are exposed. Visitor guidelines at your fingertips and more.
Updated Mask and Visitor Requirements
Per Washington State requirements, all people, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear masks in indoor spaces in all settings outside of an individual’s home.
See below for updated visitor guidelines and when and where to wear a mask on campus:
|
Location |
Vaccination Status |
Mask Required |
|---|---|---|
|
Indoor spaces |
Vaccinated and |
Yes |
|
Outdoor spaces |
Vaccinated |
No* |
|
Outdoor spaces |
Unvaccinated |
Yes, if 6 ft. of distance* |
|
Outdoor spaces |
Vaccinated |
No |
|
Outdoor spaces |
Unvaccinated |
No, if 6 ft. of distance |
* As of 9/13/2021, masks are required at outdoor gatherings of more than 500 people.
Updated Visitor Guidelines
Our visitor guidelines were updated January 18, 2022, and remain in effect until further notice.
- Masks are required for all visitors, regardless of vaccination status, in all indoor settings, unless actively engaged in eating or drinking.
- Visitors to campus are not required to show proof of vaccination except at certain pre-specified events or activities, including Gonzaga Varsity Athletic events, Woldson Performing Arts Center events, and indoor events where visitors are being served food and beverages.
- Visitors attending pre-specified events must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test 72 hours prior to the event. Instructions for compliance with this requirement will be sent to visitors by the event organizer. Please see our FAQ on Events Requiring Proof of Vaccination or a Negative Test from Visitors for more information.
- If other events, environments, or activities determine that proof of vaccination is advisable or required, information will be provided to visitors in advance.
- Visitors who have not been fully vaccinated must continue to wear masks and practice physical distancing, unless outdoors and separated from people not of their immediate household by at least six feet.
- Currently, there are no restrictions or requirements for capacity limitations or physical distancing for on-campus events.
This guidance is subject to change depending on changes in circumstances and directives from State authorities.
Please note: Those who are vaccinated may choose to wear masks for any reason. Assumptions about vaccine status should not be made based upon whether a mask is being worn, or not.
Let's all Vax Up and Zag On! Together, we can all get back to doing the things we love to do.
