Dear ESF Students,

All ESF students taking at least one class on campus, using services on campus, or working on campus must receive a COVID-19 test within 10 days of leaving for Winter break. Please remember to allow time (3 to 4 business days) to receive your results before your planned departure. Students who do not comply with this requirement will be subject to SUNY's uniform sanctions.

Testing for COVID-19 at Syracuse University is underway. To participate in this testing, please go to Gate N of the Stadium (formerly the Dome). Hours are as follows:

  • November 20: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • November 21 and 22: noon to 3 p.m. 
  • November 23: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m (please be aware you may not receive results before Thanksgiving if you wait until November 23 to test.)

All ESF students tested will be eligible for that day's drawing for one of four $100 gift cards to the ESF Bookstore. ESF students are only eligible for the drawing on the day they are tested. Congratulations to all the students who have already won!

Remember to follow these guidelines prior to testing:
  • Have your ESF ID card with you.
  • Do not report to testing if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Wear a mask when arriving at the check-in center.
  • Do NOT brush your teeth or use mouthwash for 3 hours prior to arriving at the check-in center.
  • Do NOT eat or drink—including water, gum, mints, lozenges, smoking, or smokeless tobacco products—for 30 minutes prior to arriving at the check-in center.

Thank you for taking your responsibility to test seriously. It is incumbent upon all of us to keep our community -- here at ESF and your home communities -- safe. Please enjoy the Winter break. I look forward to welcoming you back for the Spring 2021 semester.

Regards,
Dean Lombard
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Anne E. Lombard, Ph.D. (She/Her/Hers)
Vice Provost and Dean for Student Affairs