Recently, at least 15 Providence College students living off-campus tested positive for COVID-19. They are now in quarantine and contact tracing is underway. Furthermore, at this time, all PC's off-campus students are learning remotely and not permitted on campus unless to complete required COVID-19 testing.
Any JWU student who suspects they may have been exposed in the Elmhurst area is asked to please contact JWU Health Services to discuss their concerns and testing options. Email healthservices.pvd@jwu.edu, or call 401-598-1104 (Downcity) or 401-598-1151 (Harborside).
We want everyone to keep well. And, we should all do our part each day to prevent a similar situation from developing at JWU. It is especially important for our Wildcats living in (or visiting) these neighborhoods to exercise extreme caution. Please remember that it's equally important for all of us, on campus or off, to follow and adhere to the same health safety orders... at all times:
- Stay out of crowded places and do not gather in groups.
- Wear a face covering at all times (unless outside & able to maintain physical distancing, at home, etc.).
- Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms’ length) from other people at all times.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place or after blowing your nose, coughing, sneezing or touching your face. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- When enjoying campus green spaces & other outdoor areas, avoid overcrowding, keep groups small, wear face coverings, clean recreation items & equipment before and after use, and wash your hands often.
- Fill out the Daily COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire EACH DAY you are on campus.
- Stay home if you’re not feeling well.
- Use the CRUSH COVID RI App to maintain a list of daily contacts.
