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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Questions? please email atcccovid19@alextech.edu.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) News and Updates:
Updated COVID-19 Quarantine Guidelines
Jan 14, 2022, 09:24 AM
by
Nichole Aber
COVID-19 quarantine rules have been updated for Minnesota State institutions, including Alexandria Technical & Community College, as outlined by the CDC. This protocol reduces the number of days a positive individual, or an individual that has been in close contact to a positive person, to return after five days IF:
- the individual is fever-free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medication) and their symptom are improving and
- the individual commits to wearing a tight-fitting mask (covering both the mouth and the nose) at all times while on campus for ten days from the date of their positive Covid test or the date of their close contact exposure.
- Individuals that are unable to wear a tight-fitting mask due to medical, psychological or religious reasons will not be able to return after five days and must quarantine for the full ten days.
Individuals will be on the honor system to follow these rules. Understand that these individuals are still infectious after day five, but not as infectious as they were on days one through five. This makes wearing masks and maintaining social distancing even more critical at this time.
Individuals affected by this change will be receiving communications about the updates and how it affects them. Thank you for your patience as we navigate this change, and for your dedication to keeping campus as safe and healthy as possible.| Title | Download Link |
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| ATCC Quarantine Protocol | Download ATCC Quarantine Protocol Document pdf |
For Students
Mask-Wearing
Effective March 1, 2022, face masks are no longer required on campus for the majority of individuals. Individuals that have tested positive for COVID-19 or that have been in close contact with someone that has tested positive will still need to wear a tight-fitting mask while on campus for ten days after their test or exposure. The CDC has not modified its guidance for healthcare and clinical settings. As a result, campus clinical settings will remain subject to indoor masking requirements until guidance changes.
It is critical you monitor your student email for announcements and information from instructors and staff. Email is the official method of communication.
Welcome/FAQs
Please visit alextech.edu/welcome to get answers to common questions.
COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in Alexandria
To find Covid-19 Vaccines in other communities, visit vaccineconnector.mn.gov
Cub Pharmacy
2612 South Broadway, Alexandria, MN
Walk-Ins Welcome! No appointment scheduling required.
CVS Pharmacy in Target
4404 Highway 29 South, Alexandria, MN
Walk In or By Appointment.
Horizon Public Health
809 Elm Street, #1200, Alexandria, MN
Sanford Health – Alexandria
1527 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN
Thrifty White Pharmacy
503 3rd Avenue East, Alexandria, MN
Walgreens
910 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN
Walk In or Same-Day Appointments Available.
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
4611 MN-29, Alexandria, MN
General
What should I do if I am sick and diagnosed with COVID-19 or suspect I am infected with the virus that causes COVID-19?
The CDC has provided this Fact Sheet outlining steps to help prevent the disease from spreading to people: CDC COVID-19 Fact Sheet (PDF)
What can students, faculty and staff do to protect themselves and each other?
We encourage students, faculty and staff to practice respiratory (coughing and sneezing) etiquette and hand hygiene. Those who feel sick are recommended to stay home until they are free of fever, signs of a fever, and any other symptoms for at least 24 hours, without the use of fever-reducing or other symptom-altering medicines (e.g. cough suppressants). Employees should notify their supervisor and stay home if they are sick, and seek medical attention depending on the severity of the symptoms.
Where can I find more information?
Several resources are available:
- Minnesota State: COVID-19 Information - Info specific to colleges and universities
- Visit the Minnesota Department of Health website
- Contact your supervisor or HR office
- Review CDC Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccination
- Executive Orders / Office of Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan (mn.gov)
Contact:
atcccovid19@alextech.edu
320-762-4594
Alexandria Technical & Community College, herein called “College,” holds as paramount the health, safety and welfare of every member of its community. The College however, cannot guarantee a COVID-19-free environment. Unfortunately, the risk of COVID-19 exposure exists in all public places where people are present. Our College is taking all recommended steps to mitigate this risk, but we cannot categorically guarantee you will not get sick. Minimizing the risk of COVID-19 infections (or any other spread of disease) at Alexandria Technical & Community College is a shared responsibility. Every member of our community – including you – must do their part.