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A Healthy Hartwick

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

COVID-19 Plan

As of March 15, 2024

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Visitors and Contractors: Vaccinations are strongly recommended for all members of the Hartwick community and those utilizing campus including visitors and contractors.


Students or employees who express COVID-19 symptoms:

Students: Any student who experiences symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status, must report to Perrella Wellness Center and should obtain a COVID-19 rapid test.

Employees: Inform your immediate supervisor and Human Resources, and copy [email protected]. Faculty should also let the Office of Academic Affairs know at [email protected].


Masks in indoor or outdoor settings are not required on the Hartwick College campus. The College reserves the right to require masks on an event-by-event basis.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Updated March 1, 2023

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WATCH FOR SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19

  • Fever or chills
  • Respiratory symptoms, such as dry cough or shortness of breath
  • Sore throat
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Body or muscle aches
  • Loss of taste or smell
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. Many people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms and are able to recover at home.

Or think you might have been exposed to someone with a confirmed COVID-19 case? Stay home. Avoid spreading the virus to others. Contact your primary care physician. You can also call the Perrella Health Center at 607-431-4120.

Any student who experiences symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status, must report to Perrella Wellness Center and should obtain a COVID-19 rapid test.

Employees should inform your immediate supervisor and Human Resources, and copy [email protected]. Faculty should also let the Office of Academic Affairs know at [email protected].

  • Call 911 and seek medical attention if you have:
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • Persistent pain or pressure in your chest
  • New confusion
  • Blush lips or face

We’re here for you

For your emotional support, mental health, counseling needs, and beyond. Personal Counseling and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner appointments can be made by contacting 607-431-4120. You can ask any faculty/staff member for help getting resources. Hartwick College acknowledges the many issues students face today.

Call Perrella Health Center at 607-431-4120
Call Campus Safety at 607-431-4111

Beyond Campus

Get the latest information on Covid-19 beyond Hartwick’s campus with reliable and current virus updates.