Home » Blog » COVID-19 Update: Flu Shots

COVID-19 Update: Flu Shots

A Message From President Tracy Fitzsimmons

Dear students, faculty and staff,

Welcome to autumn, which we ushered in this past weekend with plenty of fun and fireworks at our first Fall Festival. We are fully in the midst of a season of celebration at Shenandoah — remember that Homecoming begins next week!

That said, we must enjoy the season safely. As cases of the delta variant continue to climb around the region and the country, we are seeing an uptick in cases and hospitalizations related to COVID-19 in the Lord Fairfax Health District. However, our COVID-19 cases at all SU campuses remain exceptionally low due to our high vaccination rate and preventative measures. We are continuing to require those who are not fully vaccinated to test regularly and wear masks whenever they are in any public indoor spaces.

Please remember that everyone — regardless of vaccination status — is required to wear masks when attending in-person classes held indoors and are welcome to mask up whenever they are in close proximity to others. We will continue to monitor the situation to see if we need to implement additional safety protocols beyond Friday, Oct. 1.

Please use the Shenandoah Go app to report:

  • Symptoms that could be related to COVID-19
  • Possible exposures to someone who tested positive for COVID-19
  • Positive test results

Reporting this information, along with conducting our own surveillance testing, helps in monitoring the number of current and potential cases within our university community to update our COVID-19 Dashboard.

A reminder to residential students that there is an option to stay on the main campus Oct. 15-19 during Fall Break but residents must complete a pre-registration form by Monday, Oct. 4.

In addition, everyone is encouraged to get a flu shot this fall! Flu shots for students are available at the Wilkins Wellness Center and will be billed to your health insurance. Look for more information about upcoming flu clinics or contact the Wilkins Wellness Center at wwcenter@su.edu to schedule an appointment.

Flu shots for faculty and staff are readily available in the communities surrounding Shenandoah locations, including at pharmacies and primary care practices. Flu shots are free under most health insurance plans. Employees needing assistance finding a provider may contact Lisa Darsch, the university’s healthcare navigator, at ldarsch@su.edu.

Shenandoah is a place of compassion and care, and by keeping yourself healthy, you’re also protecting other members of our community as well. Thank you. I hope you have a wonderful week to come.

Tracy

Categories: , ,

Recent News

Headshots of Dr. Yunita Anwar (left) and Dr. John Winn (right), both of the Shenandoah University School of Business

WalletHub Taps Two SU Professors for Insight and Advice

Drs. Winn and Anwar Talk Insurance and Improving Credit

Shenandoah Pharmacy Graduates Secure Competitive PGY2 Residency Matches

Four pharmacy graduates advance into competitive PGY2 residencies in pediatric, psychiatric pharmacy, oncology, and investigational drugs and research

Professor explains content on a screen in a Shenandoah University educational leadership doctoral class.

New Higher Ed Concentration Offered in Shenandoah University’s Educational Leadership Doctoral Programs

Course topics delve into the primary responsibilities of higher education leaders

Headshot of J. Robert "Bobby" Spencer

Shenandoah University To Hold Special Performance To Benefit SSMT Living Legacy Endowment Fund

Original ‘Jersey Boy’ J. Robert Spencer headlines ensemble cast of Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre alumni

Shenandoah OT Programs Recognize Students & Educators of Distinction

2024-25 Awardees Hail From Four Occupational Therapy Programs

Students walk on campus with Sarah's Glen in the background.

Shenandoah University Participating In 2025 Virginia Private College Week

Prospective students who visit from July 21-26 will be entered to win an Amazon gift card and are eligible for an application fee waiver

Monthly Archives