COVID-19 Information

Additional information and helpful resources

• Exposure and infection reporting

  Report a positive COVID-19 test result:

  • Students who have tested positive for COVID-19 should report via the Hamline student COVID-19 self-report Google Form.
  • Staff and faculty who have tested positive for COVID-19 should report via the Employee COVID-19 Self-Report Form.
  • Use the CDC isolation calculator to determine your appropriate isolation time.
  • Notify any close contacts so that they may monitor themselves for symptoms, wear a mask, or get tested.
  • Determine your close contacts with the CDC close contact guide. You may also notify your close contacts anonymously on tellyourcontacts.org.

  What to do if you were exposed to COVID-19?

  • Wear a high-quality mask around others for 10 days after the exposure
  • On day six, take a COVID-19 test
  • If you develop symptoms at any time, take a COVID-19 test

  Symptoms of COVID-19 may include:

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea

  If you have symptoms of COVID-19, the CDC coronavirus self-checker can help you decide if you need a test. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. If you live on campus, please call Public Safety for assistance as well, at 651-523-2100.

• COVID-19 testing information and resources

  If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. If you live on campus, please call Public Safety for assistance at 651-523-2100.

  Where can I get COVID-19 Testing?

  • Free rapid COVID antigen tests are available at Anderson Center Front Desk and Food Resource Center (as long as supplies last).
  • Counseling and Health Services: Call 651-523-2204 or email counselinghealth@hamline.edu during business hours for an appointment.
  • Order free rapid antigen tests from:
    1. The State of Minnesota, where you can get 8 tests per month for free.
    2. The Federal Government, where you can get 4 free tests for free.

  Don't forget to add your dorm name and room number to the order!

• Vaccination reporting requirements and forms

  COVID vaccination is strongly recommended but not required for students, faculty and staff.  

  Vaccinations are available nearby at Lloyd’s Pharmacy (720 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, MN 55104; phone: 651-645-8636) or your primary care provider.

  Student requirements and reporting process

  Students can see vaccination requirements and how to report your vaccinations, including COVID-19, on Hamline's immunizations page.