COVID-19 Response
COVID-19 Tracking and Reporting
Information for students, employees, and visitors coming to Metro State locations in person.
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About the daily self-screening
Before coming to campus each day, everyone must complete a self-screening to help reduce the risk of transmission. Complete a self-screening now or read more about it.
Face coverings are required for everyone while on campus.
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COVIDaware MN
A free app from the State of Minnesota to notify you if you have been near someone who tests positive for COVID-19. Available for both Apple and Android smartphones. Because no information that will identify you will ever leave your phone, your privacy is protected.
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Minnesota State COVID-19 Dashboard
Data from Minnesota State's member universities and colleges on COVID-19 reported cases and community spread. Updated weekly.
Report an Instance of COVID-19
Students and employees are requested to report exposure to, or a diagnosis of, COVID-19 to the university
On Campus
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Face Coverings
Cloth or disposable masks are required for everyone on campus, even those who are vaccinated. Read more about university requirements for face masks, compliance with the requirements, and requesting accommodations.
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Hours: Buildings and Parking
Opening hours and access policies for buildings and parking at all university locations.
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Hours: Student Services and Computer Labs
Schedules and instructions for accessing for student service offices and campus computer labs.
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Information for students
Information and resources on COVID-19 for Metropolitan State's students
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Information for employees
Information and resources on COVID-19 for Metropolitan State's faculty and staff
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Metropolitan State COVID-19 Campus Preparedness Plan
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The university's Back-to-Campus Preparedness Plan.
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Email us at covid-19@metrostate.edu
Contact us with any questions or concerns about the university's pandemic response.
Official COVID-19 Information
Links to local, state and federal guidance and announcements on COVID-19.
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Minnesota State system office
Updates from all of Minnesota State's member universities and colleges.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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State of Minnesota Department of Health
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Ramsey County
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Hennepin County
Physical and Mental Health Resources
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Prevent Getting Sick
From the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
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For students: 24/7 Counseling Services Help Line
Metro State students can call 651-793-1568 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak to a licensed counselor.
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For employees: EAP Work/Life Counseling
A free service for employees of the State of Minnesota. Call 651-259-3840 or 800-657-3719 any time. Online access also available.
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CDC: Stress and Coping
Mental health tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health
A fact sheet on feelings that may arise during social distancing and quarantine with suggestions on ways to cope. From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.