Updated September 21, 2022

Notes

A new Keep FAS Healthy website has launched that provides COVID-19 updates and resources for the FAS community.

Testing

Harvard no longer requires surveillance testing for COVID-19, however all affiliates with an on-campus presence are encouraged to test before/after travel and when there is increased risk or suspicion about COVID-19 infection. Those who have been exposed or tested positive should seek guidance from Harvard University Health Services regarding next steps. Anyone who tests positive outside of the HUHS clinic or Color program should report their positive results in Crimson Clear.

Rapid Antigen Tests are readily available at your local pharmacies and through your insurance, can be done at home, and provide results in minutes. We encourage all Harvard community members to be prepared by obtaining antigen test kits and having them accessible in the event that you might need to test. Scroll down for more information about Rapid Antigen Testing.

PCR testing through Color is no longer available through Harvard, as of September 16, 2022. PCR testing can still be obtained from pharmacies and healthcare providers as needed. Individuals will not be able to activate PCR test kits, and will receive an error message noting they are “ineligible” for testing at this time. To find PCR testing options in your vicinity you can visit the Massachusetts Find a COVID-19 Test website.

To request a COVID-related accommodation, employees should contact disabilityresources@harvard.edu or your local HR; students should contact your School’s local student disability coordinator.

Vaccine Verification

All Harvard community members are required to provide verification of COVID vaccination to Harvard University Health Services (HUHS). If you have not done so already, it is critical that you do so ASAP via the HUHS Patient Portal, following these instructions.

Mask Requirement

Maksing is now optional in most indoor and outdoor spaces in Harvard. Read for more information.