COVID Information

COVID Information

Important COVID-19 & Respiratory Illness Information

The Wellness Center follows the latest CDC respiratory virus guidance to support student and employee health. Individuals at lower risk who experience a respiratory illness with fever should stay home and avoid others until they are fever-free for 24 hours and symptoms are improving. Students diagnosed with a respiratory illness may be asked to isolate off campus until symptoms resolve.

To reduce the spread of illness, public health officials recommend wearing a mask for an additional five days after returning to normal activities. RSV, influenza, COVID-19, and other respiratory viruses continue to circulate locally, and everyone is encouraged to take preventative measures such as covering coughs, washing hands frequently, practicing social distancing when appropriate, staying home when sick, and keeping vaccinations up to date.

High-risk individuals, including those with chronic health conditions or compromised immune systems, should consider testing and treatment, as symptoms of RSV, flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses can appear similar.

Employees should contact their supervisor and Human Resources for guidance regarding missed work and return-to-work protocols.
Students who miss three or more consecutive class days due to illness should notify their professor and may contact the Dean of Students to request a formal absence notice.

January 31, 2024 COVID-19 Update

Walgreens locations, including Glassboro, NJ, offer rapid flu testing bundled with COVID-19 testing. Testing is available by online appointment, is typically covered by insurance, and costs $19.99 without insurance. Patients are encouraged to contact their local Walgreens to confirm availability.

For more information about testing options, visit Walgreens’ testing page.

COVID Information

COVID Testing Information

COVID Testing Information

The Wellness Center does not offer asymptomatic COVID-19 testing for students or employees.

Students Experiencing Symptoms:

Students who are experiencing COVID-like symptoms should contact the Wellness Center at 856-256-4333 to schedule a visit. COVID and illness testing for symptomatic students is available during an appointment at the Wellness Center. Appointments may be scheduled online or by calling 856-256-4222.

Employees Experiencing Symptoms:

Employees who are experiencing fever, respiratory illness, or other COVID-like symptoms should stay home, notify their supervisor, and follow CDC guidance to prevent the spread of illness. Employees should seek medical care if symptoms worsen, including difficulty breathing or persistent high fever.

Local COVID-19 Testing Locations (You may contact your insurance company for additional testing information.):

Additional testing is available through local providers. Contact your insurance company for coverage information.  

COVID Vaccination Clinics/Boosters

COVID-19 vaccines are widely available at local pharmacies and vaccination clinics. To find a nearby vaccination location, use the New Jersey COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment Finder.

Wastewater-Based Epidemiological Monitoring

Rowan University participates in the CDC’s National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS) to support public health monitoring efforts. While Rowan does not currently conduct on-campus wastewater testing, this technology remains an important tool for tracking community health trends and supporting future public health initiatives.

Rowan officials continue to monitor wastewater data through the CDC NWSS to stay informed on regional and national public health trends.