Roommates who share a unit with a resident who tested positive for COVID-19 are already considered a “close contact.” However, quarantine is not a requirement for those who are up to date with their COVID vaccinations. It is also important for close contacts to wear a mask outside of their unit for at least 10 days (starting on the date they were last exposed to the COVID-positive resident).
If a roommate (close contact) is asymptomatic or has a negative COVID test result, they should:
• Self-monitor for symptoms.
• Continue wearing a medical-grade mask to prevent the spread of COVID-19 for 10 days.
• Wash hands frequently for at least 20 seconds each time.
• Disinfect any shared spaces, including bathroom (if in a suite-style unit or on-campus apartment).
If a roommate (close contact) is experiencing symptoms, they must:
• Take a COVID-19 test immediately. Getting tested for COVID-19 will help determine if isolation in place is needed.
Our staff understands that some roommates may be immunocompromised and want to be relocated (for up to 5 days). In this case, roommates may contact their Residence Director (RD). All residents must note that short-term housing is NOT offered to suitemates in residence halls or roommates in an on-campus apartment who do not share a bedroom with the COVID-positive resident.