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COVID-19 Testing – Spring Semester

ALL STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF

For symptomatic or confirmed exposure (via contact tracing)

University students, faculty or staff with COVID-19 symptoms or confirmed exposure should call the University of Utah health and testing hotline at 801-587-0712 or visit https://healthcare.utah.edu/coronavirus/reserve-test/ to schedule an appointment through University of Utah Health.

Students, faculty and staff can also visit the state’s coronavirus site at https://coronavirus.utah.gov/testing-locations/ to find additional testing locations.

U of U Health faculty and staff with COVID-19 symptoms or confirmed exposure should call work Wellness at 801-581-2227 (select option 1) before returning to work.

Read details for All Students, Faculty and Staff (including healthcare workers)



COVID-19 Vaccine Progress & Availability

Get the most current information for the COVID-19 Vaccination through the University of Utah Health.



Information & New Policy

 

Pandemic access restriction: There is a New Policy and Face Covering Requirements to schedule a room in EHSEB. This New Policy will be in place for any scheduling of EHSEB rooms beginning August 1, 2020. Please read this New Policy and view new room capacity before submitting a Request for a Room. For access to laptops (students only) and other computer support issues please message Eccles Health Sciences Library Systems group.

If you need support inside EHSEB, please inquire about our online helpdesk:

Building Access

 

Starting August 3, 2020

  • Monday - Friday, 6am - 6pm
    Card Access, closed to the public

Eccles Library

 

Starting August 3, 2020

  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm, limited to University of Utah affiliated patrons only
  • Saturday - Sunday, closed
  • 24/7 card access for health sciences students, fellows, post-doctoral students and residents
  • All Levels open
  • Access is through the main level
    Exit through any door
  • Custodial Crews will thoroughly clean this building once per day
    Please clean any areas you use.
  • THE Studio open by reservation only
  • Library Services Status

Contact Library:

The libraries’ thousands of online journals, databases, and ebooks remain available via EZproxy; in addition, live reference help is available to all students, staff, and faculty.

Learn more through these webpages:

Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library
J. Willard Marriott Library
James E. Faust Law Library
McKay Music Library

Level of Transmission: HIGH

Guidelines For Your Safety:

  • Maintain a physical distance of at least 6 feet from everyone.
  • Private social gatherings are limited to 10 people.
  • Face coverings required in all settings. Face Covering Requirements
  • Use cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer provided.
  • Wash your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds.
  • New Policy

In an abundance of caution, and for your safety, some services will not be available.

This status aligns with a new COVID-19 Transmission Index implemented by the state of Utah on Oct. 15, 2020. The index uses a high, moderate and low framework based on public health metrics that correspond directly with case rates, positivity rates and ICU use in a county. In addition to state guidelines, a full list of campus guidelines while in the high transmission level can be found below. Members of the campus community should also protect themselves and our healthcare system as we enter flu season by getting a flu shot.

Room Requests
& Capacity

 

There is a New Policy and Face Covering Requirements to schedule a room in EHSEB. This New Policy will be in place for any scheduling of EHSEB rooms beginning August 1, 2020.

Computer Lab

 

The EHSEB computer lab is temporarily closed for general usage. If you have a scheduled event, your educator will provide access to the lab.

If you need access to a computer, please contact us at the link below. Visit the A. Ray Olpin student Union to check out a laptop or visit this borrowing page.

If you need support inside EHSEB, please inquire about our online helpdesk:

Students will be required to practice physical distancing in each lab.

If you have questions about the implications, or would like to have a laptop shipped to you (students only), please message Eccles Health Sciences Library Systems group.

Health Campus Bookstore

 

At this time, Health Campus Store in EHSEB will remain closed to the public. However, the store is open for those with badge-access to EHSEB. The store will continue to offer curbside service and encourage patrons to take advantage of this service. Those who choose to shop in-store are required to wear face coverings at all times, maintain physical distancing, and limit the size of their shopping groups.

To keep customers safe as the COVID-19 pandemic endures, Campus Store staff are taking all necessary precautions and have implemented several safety guidelines. All staff members are required to wear face coverings, tight aisles will be limited to one-way traffic, partitions have been installed where necessary, shopping carts and other frequently touched surfaces are disinfected continually, dressing rooms are temporarily closed, and staff temperatures will be checked at the employee entrance.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday, 9am – 5:30pm, (Badge access only).

Please call 801-581-6326 with any questions or concerns.

England Hub Bistro

 

The bistro remains closed until further notice. Current dining options nearby. For up-to-date information: Dining on campus services website.