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Protocols for students with COVID-19 symptoms

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Last updated: Jan. 31, 2022

Student safety is a top priority for the university. The protocols outlined below are designed for students who are living on or near our campuses, including in a Department of Residence-operated building, and accessing approved spaces such as classrooms, study areas, the Athletic Centre, Laurier-Brantford YMCA, Library, or food services.

Following the protocols will help to protect your safety as well as the safety of our faculty, staff, students and the communities in which we operate.

If You Have Failed the COVID-19 Assessment

Protocol

  1. Do not attend Laurier buildings in person.
  2. Stay home and follow all instructions from Region of Waterloo Public Health or Brant County Health Unit.
  3. It is important to monitor your symptoms. If you have concerns about your symptoms and/or your symptoms are worsening, you are encouraged to contact your health-care provider, the Student Wellness Centre, or Telehealth at 1.866.797.0000.
  4. Complete the Illness Self-Declaration form if you are not well enough to participate in any online classes, and/or to let your instructor know that you will not be attending any in-person classes. This form is automatically forwarded to your instructors. When you are able to resume your studies, email your instructors to discuss any missed course work. Important note: Do not use this form for final exams; instead submit a petition for a deferred exam.
  5. If additional personal support would be beneficial at this time, you can make a virtual counselling appointment at the Student Wellness Centre with a personal counsellor who can help you navigate through these uncertain times. Call reception at 519.884.0710 x3146 to book an appointment. Laurier students also have access to free remote counselling support through Empower Me.
  6. If you require coordinated or elevated support to navigate any academic or personal challenges, please reach out to the Student Care Coordinator in the Dean of Students Office at your campus:
  7. Once you have been advised by Public Health that you are released from self-isolation, you are welcome to return to campus. However, you must follow the protocols and responsibilities outlined on the COVID-19: On-Campus Protocols webpage which includes self-assessment for each visit to campus using the SAFEHawk app, physical distancing, wearing a face mask, and washing your hands frequently and utilizing hand-sanitizing stations.

Procedures for Students Living in Residence

Please follow this protocol if you are a Laurier student living in a Department of Residence-operated building and you meet one or more of the following criteria or receive a “fail” badge on the SAFEHawk app:

  • You have tested positive for COVID-19 (on a rapid test or PCR test).
  • You have symptoms of COVID-19.
  • You have been referred for testing or advised to self-isolate.
  • You live with someone who is experiencing symptoms or has tested positive.

Protocol

Immediately email ResidenceCovid@wlu.ca to self-report. You will receive an automatic bounce-back that includes all of the information you will need regarding necessary next steps.