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The University is being diligent, day by day, in assessing circumstances in tandem with leading health authorities and the practices of other institutions. As a result, we may update advice at any time as circumstances may change rapidly.
Columbia University is actively monitoring the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) and there are currently no confirmed cases in the Columbia community. Here is important information about the virus’s symptoms and current recommendations.
UPDATE: Columbia Health continues to monitor the outbreak of pneumonia currently occurring in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. This pneumonia is caused by a new coronavirus and has resulted in a growing number of confirmed cases.
Due to current weather conditions, the north and south College Walk pedestrian gates and the stairs between 120th Street and campus-level at CEPSR are closed. All Columbia shuttle routes are operating with delays. Columbia Transportation encourages those commuting home via Lamont-bound shuttle to begin their evening commutes as soon as possible, taking the 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. shuttle. Further shuttle service may be terminated as weather conditions worsen.
Freezing rain and snow are predicted for New York City and surrounding areas today and Monday, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a Winter Weather Advisory for some areas surrounding the city.
Strategies to help Columbia students, faculty, and staff avoid the flu.
No reported cases or known identified risk to members of the Columbia community at this time. For specific concerns, reach out to your primary care provider or provider at Columbia Health Medical Services.
WHO declares Ebola a public health emergency. Read on for travel guidelines to the DRC and areas with highest risk of spread.
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning beginning at 12 p.m. tomorrow to 8 p.m. on Sunday, with the heat index making it feel well over 100 degrees. During these extreme heat conditions, there is a greater risk for electrical blackouts due to increased energy use for air conditioning.
Columbia University is closely monitoring the recent outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease in the North Kivu and Ituri Provinces in the DRC.
No reported cases or known identified risk to members of the Columbia community at this time. Students: read on for instructions on providing or downloading vaccination documentation.
Columbia University continues to monitor the Measles situations occurring in Brooklyn and Queens as well as Westchester and Rockland Counties. We are aware of and monitoring the Mumps outbreak being reported at Temple University in Philadelphia.
Snowfall in New York City ended earlier this morning. The Facilities & Operations teams have been working throughout the night to clear snow, and normal operations are expected at the University today, with the exception of the Mailman School of Public Health, which has canceled classes for Monday, March 4..
As a follow-up to the email sent earlier today, normal operations continue to be anticipated at the University tomorrow, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for New York City and its surrounding areas beginning at 1 p.m. today, March 3 through tomorrow morning March 4 at 7 a.m.