COVID Updates Visitor Guidance
The following guidelines identify the process that Spelman College will follow in the event a residential or a commuter student tests positive for COVID-19. It also includes guidance for students exposed to COVID-19.
Isolation pertains to individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 or are experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 regardless of vaccination status. The length of isolation is determined by the first date of symptoms or date of the positive test. Individuals who test positive must:
Students who test positive must notify Student Health Services at 404-270-5249. A member of the Student Health Services staff will monitor students while they are in isolation. All students must be cleared by Student Health Services before they can return to normal campus activities.
If you were exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19, here are the steps you should take regardless of your vaccination status:
In addition to following the exposure guidance above, if your roommate tests positive for COVID-19 and is under an isolation in place protocol, here are the steps you should take:
The College is committed to providing support to all students absent from in-person classes due to COVID-19. Students should be aware of the following:
Spelman Student Health Services will:
COVID Operations will:
Spelman Housing and Residence Life will:
Spelman College Facilities and Management Services will:
Aramark Dining Services will: