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University Status
- - University Status Overview
  - Dashboard See positivity rates and testing figures for the Northwestern's community.
  - Space Modifications Learn about the measures Northwestern is taking to reduce exposure in physical spaces.
  - On-Campus Activities Review guidelines for on-campus instruction, meetings, events and more.
  - Community Behaviors Learn about expectations for members of the community, including following COVID-19 health and safety guidelines.
  - Preparing to Return Get ready for your return to campus, or develop plans for an entire unit.
  - Summer Summary See an overview of the University's status and key protocols in place for Summer Quarter 2022.
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Academics
- - Academics Overview
  - Modes of Instruction Familiarize yourself with the instruction types that will be offered Spring term.
  - Guidelines for Instructional Spaces Follow required space modifications, behaviors, communications and accommodations.
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  - Remote Teaching & Learning Guidance
  - Class Descriptions
Health
- - Health Overview
  - Health Monitoring Report daily symptoms and COVID-19 diagnoses or exposures.
  - COVID-19 Testing Learn about Northwestern's COVID-19 testing protocols and find testing locations
  - COVID-19 Vaccine Read updates on the vaccine and how its rollout may impact the Northwestern community.
  - Procedures for Positive Cases Learn about how the University response to a positive diagnosis.
  - Quarantine and Self-Isolation Understand how to quarantine or isolate if required.
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Resources
- - Resources Overview
  - School & Unit Coronavirus Websites Visit school and unit websites for specific information.
  - FAQs Read answers to common questions about academics, health concerns, work issues and more.
  - Mental Health Resources Take advantage of assistance programs and resources.
- Related Links:
  - Return to Campus and Post-Pandemic Planning Toolkit
  - COVID-19 Testing

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On-Campus Activities

On-Campus Activities

Learn more about the University’s approach to instructional spaces, meetings and events, visitors to campus and programming for minors.

In-Person Instruction

Masks are not required in classrooms or other instructional spaces. Unvaccinated community members are required to abide by safety standards and comply with heightened COVID-19 protocols.

Instructional Space Guidelines

Gatherings, Meetings & Events

Northwestern permits the hosting of events, provided that participants observe the applicable health and safety guidelines on matters such as masking.

Meeting and Event Guidelines

Visitors to Campus

Most visitor restrictions have been lifted. Some restrictions remain for minors in residential programs.

Visitors are expected to comply with applicable health and safety guidelines on matters such as masking.

Visitor Guidelines

Activities for Minors

Programs and activities for minors not enrolled at Northwestern, including pre-college students, must align with the Minors at Northwestern Policy as well as all relevant COVID-19 related health and safety protocols. Remote delivery and in-person day programming may be offered for this population. Some residential or overnight programming is permitted.

Minor Programming Guidelines