COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 Self-Reporting Forms

To ensure that Eastern can provide support and resources to students, faculty and staff who have been potentially exposed to or test positive for COVID-19, we request that individuals complete the online Self Reporting Form below. This information will assist Eastern and local public health officials with monitoring cases occurring in our communities.

COVID-19 Statistics for 2021-2022

	STUDENTS			EMPLOYEES
	Positive Cases Currently in Isolation	Close Contacts Currently in Quarantine	Historical Positive Cases	Positive Cases Currently in Isolation	Close Contacts Currently in Quarantine	Historical Positive Cases
Wilburton	0	0	59	0	0	37
McAlester	0	0	23	0	0	4
Idabel	0	0	27	0	0	3
Antlers	0	0	1	0	0	0
Totals	0	0	110	0	0	44

Statistics updated 4/22/2022.

POSITIVE TESTS: All positive cases reflect self-reported results made to Eastern Oklahoma State College. Self-reported numbers are provided for transparency and not all have been independently confirmed.

HISTORICAL POSITIVE CASES: Reflects all self-reported positive cases by students and employees for this academic year (since August 1, 2021).

COVID-19 Protocols for Students & Employees

Eastern adheres to the guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

What should I do if I become ill, exhibit symptoms or think I have been exposed to COVID-19?

If you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19, stay home and isolate yourself from family, friends and roommates as much as possible. If you develop symptoms while in class or on campus, go home or return to your residence hall room.
Complete the COVID-19 Self-Reporting Form. Either the Office of Student Services or the Office of Human Resources will contact you to provide further guidance, testing or medical appointments and other resources.

COVID-19 Testing is recommended for individuals who:

Are experiencing even mild symptoms of COVID-19 infection, including the symptoms listed above.
Had close contact with a person who has COVID-19, such as being closer than 6 feet for at least 15 minutes, living with or caring for someone with COVID-19, or sharing utensils, kissing or being coughed or sneezed on by the person. You should complete the COVID-19 Self-Reporting Form as soon as you know that you’ve had a close contact. You’ll also need to self-isolate right away and be tested 7 days after the suspected date of your exposure.

What happens next?

Based on your situation, Eastern officials will help determine if you need to isolate/quarantine, schedule a COVID-19 test or seek a medical appointment.
If you live on campus in a residence hall, the process for arranging your isolation/quarantine space will be initiated. You will order your meals with the Office of Student Services for delivery.
If you are an employee, notify your supervisor that you are in isolation/quarantine and work remotely if possible.
You will be asked to help identify close contacts and assist the Health Department and Eastern officials with contact tracing. The following chart outlines the difference between isolation and quarantine, as well as the timelines for each.

The following chart outlines the difference between isolation and quarantine, as well as the timelines for each.

If You Test POSITIVE for COVID-19 (Isolate)

Everyone, regardless of vaccination status.

Stay home for 5 days.
If you have no symptoms or your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can leave your house.
Continue to wear a mask around others for 5 additional days.

If you have a fever, continue to stay home until your fever resolves.

If You Were Exposed to Someone with COVID-19 (Quarantine)

If you:

Have been boosted
OR
Completed the primary series of Phizer or Moderna vaccine within the last 6 months
OR
Completed the primary series of Johnson & Johnson vaccine within the last 2 months

Wear a mask around others for 10 days.
Test on day 5, if possible.

If you develop symptoms, get a test and stay home.

If you:

Completed the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine over 6 months ago and are not boosted
OR
Completed the primary series of J&J over 2 months ago and are not boosted
OR
Are unvaccinated

Stay home for 5 days. After that continue to wear a mask around others for 5 additional days.
If you can’t quarantine you must wear a mask for 10 days.
Test on day 5 if possible.

If you develop symptoms, get a test and stay home.

Health Guidelines

Student Health Responsibility

The following outlines the expectations of all EOSC students while on campus. This is not only to protect your health, but also the health of our entire community. Your continued support of these guidelines is appreciated.

Sick students must not go to face-to-face classes or be present on campus. Please contact your instructor for any needed accommodations.
Wash hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use hand sanitizer regularly. Each campus building has hand sanitizer stations.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue and throw it away immediately. Wash your hands afterward.
Disinfect all high-touch areas in your living area on a regular basis. Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.

High-Risk Students
Students inquiring about general campus accommodations or accommodations related to COVID-19 for academics or housing need to contact the Office of Student Disability Services at 918-465-1810.