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Tag: COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19
Association of American Medical Colleges President Urges Members to Require COVID-19 Vaccines
With COVID-19 cases rising in many states and the rapid spread of the Delta variant, Dr. David J. Skorton, president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), is urging all member institutions to require vaccinations for its employees. In a statement, he wrote, “we have tragically lost some health care personnel to […]
July 16, 2021
COVID-19
Scholars: Let’s Focus on Women and Caregiving in the Economy
There is a need for more support and investment in childcare and care work as the U.S. opens its economy back up, according to scholars who participated in a virtual panel titled “The Economics of Care: What’s at Stake for Women in the Workforce,” hosted by the Center for American Progress on Tuesday.
June 22, 2021
COVID-19
Two West Virginia Institutions Team Up to Improve Vaccine and Immunization Outreach
West Virginia State University (WVSU) Extension Service and West Virginia University (WVU) Extension Service have received nearly $250,000 for better vaccine and immunization education and outreach across the state, with a focus on vulnerable populations. The money will be used to focus efforts in four counties. WVU will lead program implementation in McDowell and Mercer […]
June 7, 2021
COVID-19
COVID-vaccinated Purdue University Students Get Chance to Win Prize Equal to One Year of In-State Tuition
Purdue University students who prove that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 have the chance to have their in-state undergrad tuition covered for a year. From all the students who document their full vaccination, 10 students will be randomly selected to receive $9,992, the annual undergrad tuition cost for a Purdue in-state student. All undergrad, […]
May 28, 2021
COVID-19
Higher Ed Institutions Still Undecided About Mask and Social Distancing Requirements for the Fall
As the nation’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues and colleges and universities prepare for in-person instruction in the fall, what remains unclear is how the CDC’s recent guidance for fully vaccinated people will apply.
May 26, 2021
STEM
How Can We Increase Diversity in STEM? Support Students
As college students graduating in a world defined by climate crisis and public health emergencies, we strongly believe that supporting talented young people from underrepresented groups in STEM (like us) is essential for our generation to tackle the challenges ahead.
May 21, 2021
African-American
US Black Chambers, Inc. and Uber Provide 10,000 Free Rides to Vaccine Appointments in Select Cities
U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) and Uber are working together to provide free rides to vaccine appointments in certain cities, addressing the transportation barrier to vaccinations. Individuals in seven cities – Baltimore, Ferguson, Houston, Long Island, New Orleans, Oakland, and Washington – will have access to 10,000 free round-trip rides to vaccination appointments. “The USBC […]
May 11, 2021
COVID-19
Rowan University Offers Discounted Tuition and Housing for COVID-19 Vaccinated Students
Rowan University is offering students COVID-19 vaccination incentives, NBC News reported. The school will give students up to $1,000 off fall 2021 costs if they show proof of vaccination before Aug. 7. Full-time students will get $500 off tuition and those living on campus will get another $500 off housing. Students who don’t get vaccinated […]
May 7, 2021
Faculty & Staff
Hampton University Faculty and Staff Required to Get Vaccinated for COVID-19
Hampton University faculty and staff will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19, barring a medical or religious exemption, Daily Press reported. Faculty and staff must email a copy of their vaccination card – proving they are fully vaccinated – or exemption documentation by May 31. “We look forward to safely welcoming our Hampton University […]
April 15, 2021
COVID-19
Georgetown University and American University Require Matriculating Students to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
Georgetown University and American University will require students matriculating there this fall to be COVID-19 vaccinated, 7 News reported. “Following the guidance of our Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Ranit Mishori, and our Public Health Advisory group, and in consultation with student, staff, and faculty leaders, we will require undergraduate and graduate students at the […]
April 15, 2021
COVID-19
Delaware State University Students Required to be COVID Vaccinated By the Fall to Return for In-Person Instruction
To return for in-person learning, Delaware State University students will have to be vaccinated by the fall, The Philadelphia Tribune reported. Those unvaccinated can continue with hybrid learning. DSU wants all students, faculty and staff fully vaccinated by the fall. DSU will have multiple graduation ceremonies in May, including a ceremony for 2020 graduates. Safety […]
April 9, 2021
Home
Colleges and Universities Partner With Local Communities to Distribute Vaccines
With COVID-19 vaccine distribution progressing, colleges and universities are looking to address health inequities, accessibility challenges and immunization hesitancy within their local communities.
April 6, 2021
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