Updates & Resources
The university's COVID-19 announcements and resources are available below.
Updates 2021-2022
- UNCW Student Health Center to Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics on April 11 and 29 (April 8,2022)
- Reminder: UNCW Student Health Center to Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics on April 1, 11 and 29 (March 31,2022)
- Campus Update: Dates, Resources and Reminders about COVID-19 (March 25, 2022)
- UNCW Student Health Center to Host COVID-19 Vaccine, Booster Clinic on March 25 (March 24,2022)
- UNCW to Host COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Clinics March 14 and 25 (March 10, 2022)
- Notice: UNCW to Introduce Mask-Optional Protocol Effective March 7 (Feb. 25, 2022)
- UNCW to Host COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Clinic Friday, Feb. 18 (Feb.17, 2022)
- COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Clinic Scheduled for Friday, Feb. 4 (Feb. 2. 2022)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Spring 2022 COVID-19 Updates from UNCW (Jan. 26,2022)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Welcome to the Spring 2022 Semester (Jan. 12, 2022)
- A Spring 2022 Update from Academic Affairs and Student Affairs (Jan. 10, 2022)
- UNCW Updates Testing Locations and Announces a Vaccination Clinic Date (Jan. 10, 2022)
- Important Information: UNCW Spring 2022 COVID-19 Protocols (Jan. 6, 2022)
- Updated COVID-19 Testing Protocols for Students, Faculty and Staff (Dec. 31, 2021)
- Notice: Spring 2022 Dates and Times for COVID-19 Return-to-Campus and Surveillance Testing (Dec. 22, 2021)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Spring 2022 COVID-19 Updates (Dec.14, 2021)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: UNCW to Implement Return to Campus-Based Work for Most Employees in Spring 2022 (Dec. 14, 2021)
- UNCW Announces Additional “Drop-In” Vaccine Clinic Dates (Dec. 1)
- Notice: Face Covering Guidelines to Remain in Place through December; Spring Semester Information Coming Later; Vaccine Clinic Scheduled Nov. 19 (Nov.17)
- UNCW Student Health Center Announces “Drop-in” Vaccine Clinics and COVID-19 Testing (Nov. 11)
- UNCW Hosting Drop-in Vaccine Clinics Nov. 4-5 (Nov. 3)
- Notice: UNCW Response to Safer Federal Workforce Task Force COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement (Oct. 25)
- UNCW Offers COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters During Drop-in Clinics Oct. 26-29 (Oct. 25)
- UNCW Announces Additional “Drop-In” Vaccine Clinic Dates (Oct. 18)
- Statement to Students, Faculty and Staff re. Services and Resources Available (Oct. 15)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: UNCW to Maintain COVID-19 Safety Protocols and Increase Campus Event Opportunities (Oct. 11)
- Notice: UNCW “Drop-In” Vaccine Clinic Open Sept. 20-22, Last Chance for J&J Vaccine (Sept. 20)
- Notice: UNCW “Drop-In” Vaccine Clinic Open Sept. 17, No Appointment Necessary (Sept. 16)
- Updated Course Modality Modification Guidance - PDF (Sept. 13)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Fall 2021 COVID-19 Updates from UNCW (Sept. 13)
- Presentation to Faculty/Staff from Dr. David Weber (UNC Hospitals) (Sept. 2)
- FAQ for Faculty and Staff (September 2)
- A Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: COVID-19 Vaccination Updates (August 31)
- Notice to Students: A COVID-19 Update from Academic affairs and Student Affairs (Aug. 27)
- Notice: UNCW “Drop-In” Vaccine Clinic Open August 27, No Appointment Necessary (Aug. 26)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Important Updates to COVID-19 Safety Precautions and Community Guidelines (Aug. 24)
- A Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Welcome to the Fall 2021 Semester (Aug. 18)
- A Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Fall 2021 COVID-19 Surveillance Testing Update (Aug. 10)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Fall 2021 COVID-19 Face Covering Update (July 30)
2020-21 Academic Year
- Notice: A Message from Chancellor Sartarelli about Telework and Flexible Work Schedule Options (May 19)
- Notice: UNCW Announces Updates to COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols (May 19)
- A Summer Session Welcome from Chancellor Sartarelli (May 17)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Commencement, Fall 2021 and Other Updates (May 5)
- UNCW Expands Vaccination Clinic to Include CFCC Students, Greater Wilmington Community (May 3)
- Updated COVID-19 Health and Safety Guidelines from the CDC (April 29)
- UNCW Vaccine Clinic Open May 4 and May 6, No Appointment Necessary (April 29)
- UNC System: Memo Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine (April 29)
- Notice: UNCW Reopens Vaccination Clinic, Expands to Entire Community (April 26)
- UNCW Summer Hours 2021 (April 20)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Commencement and Orientation Updates for the Campus Community (April 16)
- Notice: UNCW Pauses COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Based on State and Federal Guidance (April 13)
- UNCW Alert: Two COVID-19 Clusters Identified in Two Campus Residence Halls (April 2)
- UNCW to Offer In-Person and Virtual Ceremonies for May Commencement (March 26)
- Campus Vaccination Clinic Opening Soon (March 23)
- Community COVID-19 Testing Site Coming to UNCW (March 22)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: UNCW Planning for Typical Fall Semester (March 15)
- Message from the Chancellor: UNCW to Open COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to Serve Campus Community (March 4)
- Notice: COVID-19 Updates Re. Vaccines for Group 3, Attendance Capacity at Campus Venues and Commencement Ceremony Options (March 2)
- “If It Matters to You, It Matters” Well-Being Campaign (March 1)
- Updated COVID-19 Special Work/Leave Provisions (2.24.2021)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Spring Commencement, COVID-19 Updates, and Looking Ahead to the Summer and Fall (February 16)
- HEERF II CRRSAA Emergency Relief Fund for Students (February 15)
- Notice: NC Vaccination Updates - Taking a Deeper Dive into Group 3 (Frontline Essential Workers) (February 11)
- Sign Up for Voluntary Surveillance Testing for Faculty, Staff and Contractors (February 9, 2021)
- UNCW to Launch COVID-19 Surveillance Testing Program (February 3, 2021)
- Check Online for Vaccine Updates, Information and Resources (January 26,2021)
- Updated COVID-19 Special Work/Leave Provisions (January 21, 2021)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Spring 2021 Welcome (January 15)
- Provost's Message: Three Quick Spring Updates (January 13)
- Notice: Visit NC DHHS Website to ‘Find Your Spot to Take Your Shot’ (January 13)
- Notice: Campus Updates on Start of Spring 2021 Semester, COVID-19 Testing, Vaccination Scheduling and More (January 8)
- Notice: Spring Semester 2021 Testing Requirements and Recommendations (December 7)
- Notice: COVID-19 Health and Safety Updates and Campus Reminders for Faculty and Staff (November 20)
- Notice: Student Communication Re Pass/Fail (November 12)
- Notice: An Update from Chancellor Sartarelli on COVID-19 Trends, Preparations for Thanksgiving and the Winter Break, and Protocols for Returning to Campus (November 6)
- Academic Affairs Updates-Fall Final Stretch (November 3)
- Housing and Residence Life Shares Spring Term Update with Faculty and Staff (October 29)
- UNCW to Host Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing Site (October 23)
- Cluster of 7 COVID-19 Cases Identified Involving the UNCW Swimming and Diving Team
- Three Clusters, Totaling 18 COVID-19 Cases, Have Been Identified Among Athletic Teams (October 5)
- UNCWAlert: Cluster of Six COVID-19 Cases in University Suite O (September 25)
- A Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: UNCW Announces Spring Calendar, Class of 2020 Commencement Plans and Other Campus Updates (September 25)
- Notice: UNCW Announces ‘Mask Spotter Monday’ and ‘Teal Mask Tuesday’ Effort; Campus Updates; NCDHHS to Launch SlowCOVIDNC App (September 21)
- Cluster of Five COVID-19 Cases Identified in Keystone Hall (September 9)
- Notice: UNCW Works with Residential Students to Move to Single Occupancy Rooms in Residence Halls (September 8)
- UNCWAlert: One cluster of Five COVID-19 cases has been identified in Belk Hall (September 3)
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Student Rec Center Opening, Free COVID-19 Testing at Student Health Center and Other Campus Updates (September 3)
- One Cluster of Seven COVID-19 Cases Identified in Cornerstone Hall (August 31)
- UNCWAlert: One Cluster of 5 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Sandpiper Hall (August 30)
- UNCW Alert: Two Clusters of COVID-19 Cases Among Students in Pelican Hall and Graham-Hewlett Hall
(August 27) - Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: A Reminder About COVID-19 Safety Precautions and Community Guidelines (August 21)
- Notice: UNCW Closely Monitoring Campus Conditions (August 17)
- Welcome Back Seahawks! - Message from SGA President and Vice President
- Notice: UNCW Closely Monitoring Campus Conditions
- Message from Chancellor Sartarelli: Fall 2020 Guidelines and Information (August 10)
- Seahawks Suspend Fall Sports Competition (August 10)
- Notice: Option to Opt Out of Office Cleaning, Banner Clean-Up Following Hurricane Isaias (August 6)
- NOTICE: Campus Operations to Resume Aug. 5
- Notice: HR Guidance re. Flexible Scheduling to Support Employees (July 29)
- Updated COVID-19 Special Work/Leave Provisions - Effective August 1, 2020
- UNCW Announces General Schedule for Faculty/Staff to Return to Campus (July 21)
- Community Standards Quick Reference Guide
- Return-to-Campus Manager/Supervisor Checklist
- Fall 2020 Return: UNCW Launches "Best for the Nest" Website (July 10)
- UNCW Announces “Best for the Nest: A Guide for Returning to Campus” (July 2)
- Update on Fall Registration (July 2)
- Commencement Update: Class of 2020 Ceremonies Rescheduled for December (July 1)
- Provost's Update to All Returning Students (June 16)
Resources
NC COVID-19 Helpline
If you have questions about COVID-19 (coronavirus), dial 2-1-1 or 888.892.1162. Sign up for updates by texting COVIDNC to 898211.
COVID-19 Information
- Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov
- American College Health Association: acha.org
- New Hanover County Health Department: health.nhc.gov
- North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services: ncdhhs.gov
- Teen Vax Facts: NCDHHS
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration: osha.gov
- UNC System: northcarolina.edu
- UNCW Coronavirus Information: uncw.edu/bestnest
Guide to Face Coverings/Masks
In this guidance, the CDC provides information regarding face coverings/masks, including illustrations about how to wear them correctly and consistently for the best protection.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Managing COVID-19 and adapting to significant changes in the work environment can be a stressful experience for everyone and may evoke emotions that are unfamiliar or difficult to work through. The university is committed to supporting your overall health and well-being during this stressful time. The UNCW Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to all employees and the services are confidential and are provided to you and your dependents at no charge.
The EAP’s services include:
- Confidential counseling
- Financial consulting
- Legal support
- Work-life solutions
- More details about the EAP services are available at their website: uncw.edu/hr/training-eap.html.
Phone: 877.274.7342.
Additional Campus Support
This website is a helpful resource, but it cannot provide every answer to every question about a comprehensive and evolving situation like the coronavirus pandemic. For additional support, please reach out to the experts available via the contacts below:
About COVID-19
Email coronavirus@uncw.edu
Online uncw.edu/bestnest
COVID Hotline 910.962.0587
About Health and Safety Guidelines
Emergency Health & Safety
Email ehs@uncw.edu
Phone: 910.962.3057
Student Health Center
Phone: 910.962.3280
Human Resources
Phone: 910.962.3160
More UNCW Resources:
Spring 2022 Campus COVID Guidelines (PDF)
COVID-19 Decision Tree for Students with Close Contact (PDF)
COVID-19 Exposure Decision Tree (PDF)
Risk Management and Applied Learning
