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PREPARING THE GEORGIA STATE COMMUNITY FOR FALL SEMESTER

The university experience will be markedly different when classes resume Aug. 24. As we prepare for the fall semester amid the coronavirus pandemic, we’re committed to re-opening our campuses safely while staying true to our core missions of top-quality education and research. The changes required because of the COVID-19 pandemic will be many, but the Georgia State community is up to the task of teaching, learning and working at the highest possible levels while staying safe and healthy.

To succeed, we know we’ll need the cooperation and commitment of all members of our university community. Here’s the information you’ll need.

What You Need to Know

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The academic calendar for the fall semester has not changed. Classes begin on Monday, Aug. 24, and the last day of class will be Monday, Dec. 7. The exam period will take place from Dec. 8 through Dec. 15. No changes are being made to the length of the fall semester, Thanksgiving break or the final exam timeline, though the university may need to make adjustments as required by the pandemic.

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COVID-19 RESOURCES

The university has developed an enhanced program of COVID-19 reporting, testing and tracing to ensure the health and safety of our community. We are providing instruction for faculty, staff and students who are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms. Georgia State will be using two forms of COVID-19 testing this fall. We are staffing multiple sites across our campuses where COVID-19 testing will be available to individuals for whom a test is indicated.

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Use of Face Coverings

University System of Georgia institutions will require faculty, staff, students and visitors to wear an appropriate face covering while inside campus facilities. Face coverings will be worn in addition to and not as a substitute for social distancing. Face coverings aren’t required in one’s own dorm room or suite, when alone in an enclosed office or study room or in campus outdoor settings where social distancing requirements are met.

Anyone not using a face covering when required will be asked to wear one or leave the area. Repeated refusal to comply with the requirement may result in discipline through the applicable conduct code for faculty, staff or students.

When you wear a face covering you’re protecting yourself, but equally important, you’re protecting other members of the university community. You’re showing you’re taking responsibility for the welfare of those around you.