Hello students,
 
I hope this email finds you well and your spring semester off to a great start. I am writing today to remind you of the COVID-19 testing requirements for this semester and outline what will happen if you fail to comply with this obligation.
 
What is the testing obligation?
Secure a COVID-19 test weekly. The current hours at the Stadium Testing Center are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 2 PM, Wednesday evening from 5-10 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM. 
 
What if I don’t meet my testing obligation?
  • Failure to meet this obligation will result in referral to the College’s student conduct process.
  • Students will be notified of a first report of testing non-compliance via email to your syr.edu email address directly from me. This email serves as your first warning.
  • A second report of testing non-compliance will result in immediate disciplinary probation. This notification will be sent to your syr.edu email and will come from: Megan Thurston (via Maxient) notifications@maxient.com This is NOT spam.
  • A third report of testing non-compliance could result in suspension from the College for the remainder of the Spring 2021 semester. Notification will be sent to your syr.edu email address as outlined above.
 
How do I fulfill my testing obligation?
  • Register.  (This is required for students.)
  • Go to the Stadium Testing Center at Syracuse University at your designated time. 
  • Follow directions offered by testing site staff.
 
Follow these testing guidelines:
  • Have your ESF ID card with you.
  • Do not report to testing (or anywhere else) if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Instead contact your health care provider.
  • 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.
 
Can I be exempted from testing?
Not if any of the following applies to you:
You will be on ESF or SU’s campus for any reason this semester, including but not limited to:
  • Attending classes or labs
  • Using the library and other facilities
  • Using any dining facilities including the dining halls, Peoples Place in the basement of Hendricks Chapel, and the Trailhead
  • Using the Barnes Center or other recreational facilities
 
If you selected Online Only on the ESF student portal, you have been exempted from the testing requirement as long as you don’t come onto the ESF or SU campus. If you have a unique situation regarding your testing obligations, please outline them and send to covidsa@esf.edu. Unless you’ve selected Online Only OR received an exemption, you are obligated to receive weekly COVID-19 testing.
 
By working together and ensuring we all meet our testing obligations, we can help to keep our community safe. Please do your part. If you haven’t yet scheduled your testing appointment for this week, please do so immediately, and continue to get tested each week. If you have questions or need additional information, feel free to contact me directly.
 
Best wishes for a great spring semester!
 
Regards,
Dean Lombard
 
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Anne E. Lombard, Ph.D. (She/Her/Hers)
Vice Provost and Dean for Student Affairs