Student Communication - September 1, 2023
Dear Students,
We are so happy to have you at Marist this fall. As Director of the College’s Student Health Services, I’d like to share some important information and reminders about COVID-19.
COVID-19 is still present in our communities. Recently, the nation has been experiencing a modest uptick in cases as a result of the new subvariant. The majority of COVID cases remain mild, especially for low-risk populations. Additionally, vaccines remain effective in protecting against serious illness, and treatments are available for people at higher risk for severe infection.
COVID-19 is now far less serious a health issue for most people than during the height of the pandemic, but we continue to encourage you to be mindful of protecting yourself and others from infection just as you do against other viruses and respiratory illnesses.
Helpful Healthcare Reminders
Student Health Services encourages students to follow COVID-19 guidelines that safeguard the health of our College community.
- Wash hands frequently, test when symptomatic, and stay away from others if unwell.
- We are a mask-friendly campus, and the College embraces the choice by classmates, faculty, and staff to wear a face mask. People have personal reasons for masking, and we ask you please respect mask choice and be considerate of others. We recommend that those with respiratory virus symptoms wear a mask when around other people.
- Staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines remains an important defense against severe illness. An updated booster shot is expected to be authorized by the CDC and FDA this fall.
- Marist is hosting a number of on-campus vaccine clinics this fall; starting on Sept. 20, you will be able to get your flu shot and updated COVID-19 vaccine when available.
- Review our COVID-19 healthcare tips and resources on our website.
To keep our community safe and healthy, follow the CDC guidelines for COVID-19 isolation and exposure. If you need assistance developing an isolation plan, contact either Housing or Health Services.
Marist continues to monitor COVID-19 developments and is following the latest recommendations and guidelines from the CDC and local and state health officials, and will update its approach if the situation changes. If you have any questions or concerns about these COVID-19 guidelines, or need support with any type of healthcare issue, please contact Health Services at (845) 575-3270 or Health.Services@piebroscafe.com.
Have a great semester!
Best regards,
Dr. Claudia Zegans,
Director
Health Services
COVID-19 and Student Health Resources
Staff Communication - September 8, 2023
Dear Colleagues,
We hope the new semester is off to a good start for you. As we approach that time of year when we typically see an uptick in seasonal illnesses, we also are reminded that COVID-19 is still present in our communities.
Recently, the nation has been experiencing a modest uptick in cases as a result of the new subvariant. The majority of COVID cases remain mild, especially for low-risk populations. Additionally, vaccines remain effective in protecting against serious illness, and treatments are available for people at higher risk for severe infection.
COVID-19 is now far less serious a health issue for most people than during the height of the pandemic, but we continue to encourage you to be mindful of protecting yourself and others from infection just as you do against other viruses and respiratory illnesses.
Helpful Healthcare Reminders
Marist encourages all employees to follow COVID-19 guidelines that safeguard the health of our College community.
- Wash hands frequently, test when symptomatic, and stay away from others if unwell.
- We are a mask-friendly campus, and the College embraces the choice by classmates, faculty, and staff to wear a face mask. People have personal reasons for masking and we ask you please respect mask choice and be considerate of others. We recommend that those with respiratory virus symptoms wear a mask when around other people.
- Staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines remains an important defense against severe illness. An updated booster shot is expected to be authorized by the CDC and FDA this fall.
- Marist is hosting a number of on-campus vaccine clinics this fall, starting on Sept. 20; you will be able to get your flu shot and updated COVID-19 vaccine when available.
- Review our COVID-19 healthcare tips and resources on our website.
To keep our community safe and healthy, follow the CDC guidelines for COVID-19 isolation and exposure. Marist continues to monitor COVID-19 developments and is following the latest recommendations and guidelines from the CDC and local and state health officials, and will update its approach if the situation changes.
If you have any questions or concerns about these COVID-19 guidelines, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (845) 575-3349 or Human.Resources@piebroscafe.com. Our campus continues to do a remarkable job in caring for one another and upholding our health and safety measures. Thank you for protecting the health of our workplace. Have a great semester!
Best,
Christina M. Daniele
Vice President of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
P: 845.575.3000 x3349 | F: 845.575.3348