Here is the current information related to university operations and programs. The latest information is available on the UO COVID-19 information and our COVID-19-related FAQs.

NEW:

• An additional three 3 University of Oregon students are determined to be positive COVID-19 cases in Eugene, for a total of 29 cases. All students are recovering in isolation.
• Lane County has confirmed that these cases are connected to the college-age cluster reported by Lane County Public Health (LCPH). According to LCPH, this cluster has been associated with recent house party activity.  
• LCPH officials are conducting contact tracing and monitoring for individuals associated with these positive cases.
• UO reminds the community to avoid the risks involved with gathering in large groups. The increase of cases in the UO community is a direct result of large gatherings, with no face masks, limited physical distancing and sharing drinks and vapes.
• The best way to prevent infection of COVID-19 is to avoid being exposed to the virus in the first place. Take the following precautions:   
  • Keep groups small and limited to only people you know.
  • Wear masks or cloth face coverings.
  • Remember that exposure is defined as being within six feet of another for 15 minutes. 
  • Keep six feet of distance between yourself and others.
  • Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after touching common surfaces.
  • Don’t share drinks, vapes, or utensils.
• To learn more information about positive case management, contact tracing, and what to do if you suspect you have COVID-19, visit the Health and Wellness FAQs. 

REMINDERS:

• Adobe has extended free access to Creative Cloud software for UO summer students through Aug. 15. Adobe is continuing to temporarily allow use of the software on students' personal computers to support remote education during COVID-19. Separately, Creative Cloud is also available to UO faculty, staff, and GEs.
• As of July 1, face coverings and masks are required in all businesses and indoor public spaces in the state of Oregon.
• The university has approved a new self-check health regulation which outlines that students and employees should conduct a self-check daily and not come to campus if they are experiencing or have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms in the previous 72 hours. Additional information will be provided about implementation and procedures of this requirement as they are developed.

RESOURCES:

• Resources for students: Information on support, guidance, and tips.
• Resources for faculty, staff, GEs, and student workers: Information on remote work, benefits, leave, and other support.
• Resources for instructional faculty and graduate educators: Information on remote teaching.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• The Oregon Health Authority reports 10,395 confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in the state, 228 cases in Lane County, 2,529 in Multnomah County, and 42 in Coos County on July 6. Twenty-nine members of the UO community have tested positive.
• The university continues to work in close coordination with the Oregon Health Authority and our companion institutions and agencies. Additional resources are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Oregon Health Authority, and your health care provider.
• As a reminder, the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. The Centers for Disease Control outlines some general precautions to minimize the spread of respiratory diseases. 

The UO is providing biweekly COVID-19 updates, on Mondays and Thursdays. Urgent information will be shared through direct emails.