​Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Saint Paul College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our students, faculty, staff, and campus community members.

At this time, fully vaccinated individuals are not required to practice social distancing. MDH recommends that people who are not fully vaccinated should keep at least 6 feet away from people from other households.

You may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask.

At this time, completing a screening questionnaire to enter campus is not required. You can enter the campus normally through any available entrance.

Self-Report an exposure or diagnosis of COVID-19 to help reduce the risk of coronavirus being unintentionally spread to others on campus. Your identity will be kept confidential.

Help Saint Paul College have a safe semester this fall with in-person classes and events by getting vaccinated today. Vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19, especially severe illness and death. Vaccination is free, and you can find a vaccination site near you through the MN Vaccine Connector, by texting your Zip Code to 438829, or calling 1.800.232.0233.

Vaccine Resources:

• Minnesota Department of Health Vaccine Info
  
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Vaccine Info
  
• The Vaccine Resource Hub
  
• Call the Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Public Hotline at 1.833.431.2053
  

Need a test?

Visit mn.gov/covid19 to request two FREE test kits per household (or four total tests). Tests are available now while supplies last.

Learn more about ordering a test!

Protocols for COVID Exposure and Positive Test

Have you been around someone with COVID?
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has updated its protocol for those that have experienced an exposure. If you have had close contact with someone with COVID-19, you do not need to quarantine if:

• You have completed ALL recommended doses of COVID-19 vaccine when eligible, including a booster or additional doses.

If you have had close contact with someone with COVID-19, you need to quarantine if:

• You are not vaccinated.
• You are not up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations.

Have you tested positive for COVID?
MDH has updated its protocol for isolation following a positive test result. Stay home and away from others (isolate) for at least five days after your symptoms start. If you do not have symptoms, stay home for five days from the date you tested positive, even if you are fully vaccinated.

Current Information

See the latest updates from the Minnesota State system office, including a dashboard for reporting COVID-19 case data. This dashboard is updated weekly and provides information to campus communities about changes in COVID-19 cases.

For the most up-to-date information on the coronavirus (COVID-19), check these state and federal public health agencies:

• Minnesota Department of Health
• US Centers for Disease Control
  

Planning

Many classes will still be offered online. Check out resources to help you prepare for remote learning.

Vendor & Contractors Visiting Saint Paul College

All contractors or vendors entering the Saint Paul College campus must provide proof of vaccination or weekly confirmation of negative COVID-19 test results. Read the Policy from the Management and Budget department, FAQ’s from the Office of Procurement, and Saint Paul College’s notice to vendors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) addressing concerns resulting from the coronavirus crisis has been developed and will be updated as necessary.