ALL STUDENTS

COVID-19 Screening, Testing, and Isolation

ALL GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE DEREE STUDENTS

In an effort to keep our students, faculty and staff safe, this guidance outlines ACG COVID-19 protocols for our Summer 2023 semesters. We strongly encourage all ACG members to get vaccinated and boosted as the first line of defense in protecting your health, the health of your families and the health of our community. Getting vaccinated, maintaining proper social distances, wearing masks when appropriate, observing hand hygiene measures, and staying home when sick, creates a community of care where we can live and learn more safely.

All members of the ACG community must comply with all College rules as recommended by The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY), including any travel restrictions. Below are the steps that ALL individuals (International, Study Abroad, Residential and any other student authorized to be on campus) are expected to follow before returning to the ACG campus.

Access to Campus

Students may enter the campus without showing vaccination status or taking COVID tests.
Masks are not required, however it is recommended that masks are worn when social distancing cannot be maintained especially in indoor spaces such as classrooms, labs, bathrooms and offices.

Monitor Symptoms

All individuals should monitor their health for symptoms of COVID-19 on a daily basis and before entering the ACG campus.

Symptoms of COVID-19

Fever and/or chills or feeling hot (if no thermometer available)
New cough not related to chronic condition
Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
Sudden onset of loss of taste and/or smell
Headache unrelated to chronic condition
Muscle aches
Fatigue
Vomiting, diarrhea with or without respiratory symptoms
Sore throat
Sneezing (not related to an allergy)

COVID-19 Medical Care and Testing

If, at any time, a student feels sick or experiences flu-like symptoms, or is concerned that they may have COVID-19, they should contact their personal physician for medical guidance.

Negative COVID-19 test

If a student tests negative for COVID-19, they can return to the ACG Campus 24 hours after symptoms and fever have resolved without medication. Continue to practice good hygiene, wear a face covering and practice physical distancing.

Positive COVID-19 test

If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they should self-isolate and follow their physician’s instructions for when it is safe to return to campus.

Quarantine and Self Isolation

As of April 2023 there is no governmentally mandated quarantine for close contacts or isolation period for individuals diagnosed with Covid-19.

Follow instructions given by your physician and EODY.

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Travel During the Semester

Please check the following sites for travel warnings and restrictions.

EODY

Athens International Airport

International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Risk Level Map – protective measures and restrictions for Greece

Covid-19 Country Specific Information

Students Living in the Residences

All individuals living in campus residence halls should follow the guidelines below.

TO ENTER GREECE

As travel guidelines change, before your departure please check with your airline and here for the most updated information regarding COVID-19 requirements.

TO ENTER ACG RESIDENCES

There are no testing requirements to enter ACG housing. Students are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated.

Medical Care and Testing

If, at any time, a student feels sick or experiences flu-like symptoms, or is concerned that they may have COVID-19 or are a close contact of someone who has COVID-19, the student should notify their Resident Assistant and seek advice from the ACG Health and Wellness Center by phone, email or skype.

A College nurse may recommend further care with local hospitals and physicians as necessary.

Quarantine and Self Isolation

If a student is diagnosed with COVID-19 it is strongly recommended to self-isolate in their bedroom and limit exposure to other suitemates until symptoms reside.

ACG Health and Wellness Center will call students who are diagnosed positive, and give them guidance on how to quarantine and answer any questions and concerns they may have.
International Student Services will give directions on how to attend class remotely, how to secure food/meals and other supplies and how to access healthcare and mental health services.
ACG Health and Wellness Center will remotely monitor the progress of the students who have been diagnosed or develop symptoms.
International Student Services may call quarantined students to inquire about their health status and other needs.
Students are encouraged to use Wellness, Health and Mental Health services remotely.
ACG staff will be available to schedule necessary medical appointments for any students who have symptoms and assist in obtaining food and supplies during the period of quarantine and self-isolation.
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