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University Status
- - University Status Overview
  - Face Covering & Face Mask Guidelines Masking is optional in most spaces but recommended in areas where distancing is not possible when transmission levels are elevated.
  - Expectations for Students All students abide by safety standards and Northwestern’s vaccination requirement.
  - Meetings and Events There are no capacity limits or restrictions for meetings and events, but current safety protocols must be followed.
  - Expectations for Visitors to Campus See guidance for visitors, including prospective students, Northwestern event attendees, contractors, volunteers and family or friends visiting campus.
Health
- - Health Overview
  - COVID-19 Testing Learn about Northwestern's COVID-19 testing procedures and find testing locations.
  - COVID-19 Vaccine Read updates on vaccine requirements for the Northwestern community.
  - Procedures for Positive Cases Learn about how the University responds to a positive diagnosis.
  - Student Isolation Protocols and Safety Precautions Learn more about isolation and other safety precautions to help prevent the spread of disease.
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Resources
- - Resources Overview
  - Office & Unit Coronavirus Websites Visit office and unit websites for specific information.
  - FAQs Read answers to common questions about instruction, international study and more.
  - Mental Health Resources Take advantage of assistance programs and resources.
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COVID-19 Response History
- - COVID-19 Response History Overview
  - Dashboard Archive See the history of confirmed positive cases within the Northwestern community.
  - Past Messaging Read updates related to Northwestern's COVID-19 response and return to campus.
  - Return to Campus Discussion Series Watch recordings from past discussions with senior leaders that took place in 2020-2022.

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For Students

University Health Services in Evanston and Chicago are fully operational with both in-person and tele-health services.
Student housing FAQs are available on the Residential Life website.
International student FAQs cover issues related to vaccination, travel and more.

For Faculty and Staff

Instructor FAQs cover issues related to student participation, health guidelines and more.
Faculty resources for pandemic recovery, including a COVID-19 Research Recovery Grant, are available on the Office of the Provost website.
Information about how units can implement various workplace strategies—including remote work—can be found on the HR website.