Getting Vaccinated at Columbia, Quarantine Guidelines Update and Mental Health Support Following Violence in Atlanta

Dear Students,

For many of us, myself included, this has been an emotional week, marked by constant reminders of the ways in which our lives changed so quickly since this time last year, and also with news of the tragedy in Atlanta just two days ago. I’ve taken some time this week to rest, reflect and connect with friends. I encourage you to do the same.

There is also much to be positive about - especially with news of the increased rollout of the vaccine - and there seems to be light at the end of this tunnel.

Columbia’s COVID-19 Vaccine Centers and Survey
In the coming weeks, eligible faculty, staff and students will be able to get vaccinated at one of these Columbia-operated Manhattan locations: 630 W 168th Street, 2702 Broadway, 2920 Broadway (Lerner Hall) and 51 W 51 Street. Additional locations will be opening up later this Spring. If you’re currently eligible, you can schedule your appointment at the Armory on 168th Street. Learn more in this March 10th message or on Columbia’s vaccine info page.

Please remember to complete this 5-minute, anonymous and confidential survey about your interest in vaccination. Your responses help inform the University's planning efforts as eligibility guidelines evolve.

Quarantine Guidelines Update
Last week, the University announced updated quarantine requirements for anyone traveling outside the State, and for those who have been exposed to a person with COVID-19. Please read through them carefully if either of these categories apply to you.

Anti-Asian Violence: Virtual Support Spaces (Thursday 3/18, Friday 3/19 and Ongoing)

For students on Morningside:
In light of the deadly violence in Atlanta, Counseling and Psychological Services is holding a virtual support space for Asian International and Asian American Columbia students to speak openly in a safe environment about their own experiences and reactions to this tragedy and the increase in anti-Asian violence. The support space will meet on Friday, March 19 at 5:00 PM ET. Students who would like more information/receive the Zoom link can email [email protected] or [email protected] with “Asian Support Space” in the subject line.

For students at CUIMC:
Counseling Services and Well-Being and Health Promotion are co-facilitating two virtual drop-in gathering spaces for students wishing to debrief their experiences and receive support on Thursday, March 18 from 12-1 PM ET and on Monday, March 22 from 6-7 PM ET. Students interested in attending should email [email protected] to request the Zoom link. Those looking for ongoing support may be interested in Counseling Service’s weekly AAPI Support Group; they are also developing liaisons with various student groups across campus. To learn more, please email Counseling Services: [email protected].

If you have any thoughts, questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me at [email protected] any time. I wish you a safe and restful weekend.

Take care,

Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
Office of University Life
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