Brenau University’s COVID Task Force is aware of changes to CDC guidelines on Oct. 21, 2020 regarding the definition of close contact. At this time this change does not impact our protocols. If future changes are made in our protocols, we will inform the Brenau community and changes will be reflected on this site.
Important Terminology: First Degree Exposures Anyone who has contact with a positive case for longer than 15 minutes, less than 6 feet apart and not wearing a mask Contact Tracing Positive cases and first degree exposures Procedures for Students with COVID circumstances If they have COVID symptoms Students will be asked to quarantine either in […]
Brenau does not anticipate all faculty and staff being on our campuses until such time that COVID is no longer a community health threat.
Aug. 31 is our goal for use other than for classes and athletics. The Fitness Center will be open for students, faculty and staff. It will remain closed to the general public.
In such a complex situation there is not one “trigger.” Rather, we have a number of variables we are tracking and monitoring. Among them would be: Government (local, state or national) mandate, Northeast Georgia Medical Center that reviewed our plan recommending it and/or judgment from the COVID Task Force that a mix of the number […]
There are three levels of cleaning and disinfecting: Faculty/staff will wipe frequently touched surfaces (keyboards, technology etc.) following each class and after all students leave the classroom. Each evening Aramark/housekeeping will clean classrooms and high traffic areas including all surfaces. If there is a COVID positive case, there will be a deep cleaning per CDC […]
Currently the CDC recommends cloth masks. In terms of which masks to choose, the best choice in decreasing protective order: N95 Surgical masks 3-layer cloth 2-layer cloth 1-layer cloth (not recommended) If you make your masks yourself, studies indicate that higher thread cotton is the best material, especially when combined with an electrostatic material such […]
Health Services will be following the CDC guidelines for isolating positive cases and quarantining exposures. Once Health Services is notified of a positive case, that person will be contacted via phone. After assessing that person’s health and well being, contact tracing and isolation will begin. All individuals who are named as first degree exposures (someone […]
The university Nurse Practitioner will ensure that an immediate follow up occurs with every report and that any necessary notifications of potential exposure are communicated and applicable public health guidance is followed. Areas known to be used by an individual infected with COVID-19 will be isolated. Facilities staff will use the most readily available and […]
Using the Georgia Department of Public Health guidelines for discontinuing home isolation, the affected employees and students may return to campus when they have met all three of the following criteria and provides a physician’s note that they are able to return to work: No fever for at least 24 hours (without the use of […]
No. The COVID-19 Task Force decided that students, faculty and staff do not need to quarantine after traveling out of state or if they reside in another state and come to campus. While the self check screening includes a question about out of state travel, those who complete the COVID-19 Screening Checklist and receive an […]
The University Nurse Practitioner will ensure that an immediate follow up occurs with every report and that any necessary notifications of potential exposure are communicated and applicable public health guidance is followed. Areas known to be used by an individual infected with COVID-19 will be isolated. Facilities staff will use most readily available and efficient […]
No one displaying symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19 and/or flu is permitted to enter campus. Those already on campus must be self-isolating or in quarantine. During this time students may not attend any on-ground, face-to-face functions at any Brenau facility. If you are feeling well enough, though, you may attend any online or remote […]
If a Brenau student exhibits symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19 or flu, that person must contact University Nurse Practitioner Sarah Davis at sdavis8@brenau.edu or 770-538-4447 and follow the instructions received. During this time we ask that you self-quarantine. If you are off-campus we ask that you do not come to campus. If you are […]
In addition to symptomatic testing, Brenau has carefully considered recommendations and guidelines to focus asymptomatic testing on groups that have been identified as higher risk for exposure and/or spread. These can include athletes, performing arts, etc. Recommendations from their respective organizations, Johns Hopkins guidelines, and the CDC suggest that currently these activities are considered higher risk. Brenau […]
Yes, they are. Social distancing is being carefully managed and the number of students in the dining room at any given time is limited. Faculty and staff will not eat in the dining hall, which leaves more space for students. The Tea Room is also open, but also with guidelines for distancing and appropriate numbers.
Yes. Beginning on Aug. 24, the Tea Room will be open 7:30 a.m to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Friday hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Tea Room will be closed Saturday and Sunday.
Counseling & Support Services This is a stressful time. We understand some Brenau community members may feel anxious about this evolving public health situation, and you may have concerns about friends and family living in areas currently experiencing the outbreak. Students are encouraged to contact any or all of the following resources: University Counselor, Gay […]
Some labs are for specific programs and therefore may allow some ad hoc access. For example, the SVAC Mac lab and the Fashion Design lab in Redwine 107 both have keypunch locks so that only students in those programs can access those. However, Redwine 106/108 will have multiple classes and have no controlled access so […]
Yes! We are excited to offer in-person appointments and campus visits. Please review and follow policies below before coming to campus. Only three (3) visitors per tour/appointment per family. All visitors must complete the daily screening checklist to receive approval to visit campus. Visitors should arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before the appointment. Masks […]
