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WSU has launched a new online tool to assist members of the university community in taking appropriate precautions when they have been potentially exposed to COVID‑19.

Data on student vaccination rates was provided during Thursday’s Returning to WSU: Fall Semester Town Hall. The event was broadcast on Youtube and is available for anyone who missed it.

The university is strongly urging all students, faculty and staff to get vaccinated. The deadline for complying with the vaccine requirement for faculty and staff is Aug. 23.

WSU employees returning to campuses and worksites can do so without having to wear masks or distance from coworkers if they are fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 and declare their status in Workday.

Students, employees and visitors no longer have to attest to their current health status as part of an easing of the University’s COVID‑19 protocols.

The policy changes, coupled with the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine, allow WSU to welcome back all employees safely. The process of returning to physical work locations is expected to begin July 12.

WSU anticipates further guidance from the state departments of Health and Labor and Industries in the near future. Once received, WSU will provide students and employees with updated guidance.

Updates on the University’s testing plans for the Spring 2021 semester as well as information on a new grading option were among the topics discussed during the final COVID‑19 town hall of the year.

Students traveling for Thanksgiving break are urged to get tested in advance and to remain home until the start of spring semester.

This year’s all‑virtual Safety, Health and Security Fair kicks off on Monday and will feature a series of flash talks hosted by Washington State University experts from across the system.