COVID-19 Hotline

Students, faculty, and staff should contact the COVID-19 hotline if you are symptomatic, believe you have been exposed, or tested positive for COVID-19.

Important Links

Butte County Public Health Department

Testing Locations in Butte County

California Department of Public Health

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Campus Updates

Chico State continues to closely monitor the coronavirus/COVID-19 situation in partnership with local and state health officials. We are committed to sharing the latest campus news and updates with our community.

Recent Updates

Five Things to Know for the Fall Semester
A reminder message to students regarding everything they need to know about health and safety for the beginning of the fall 2022 semester.
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Let's Talk About Monkeypox
The University is closely monitoring the monkeypox emergency and preparing response plans. We ask our campus community to stay informed and take precautions to protect themselves and others.
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COVID-19 Guidance for Fall 2022
Our collective success in navigating life with COVID-19 allows us to plan for fall 2022 to be the most “normal” semester in nearly three years. Here are the current guidelines
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Masks are Strongly Recommended Indoors on Campus
The CDC continues to place Butte County's COVID-19 community level in the "high" category. As such, in accordance with CDC recommendations, Chico State is strongly recommending that masks be worn indoors.
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Update to Mask Policy on Campus
Effective March 12, masks are optional indoors on the Chico State campus
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Final Round of Emergency Funds for Students
Later this month, Chico State will distribute more than $14 million in Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) grants to our students.
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Chico State will offer a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, March 10
Chico State will offer a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on campus in the Bell Memorial Union Auditorium on Thursday, March 10
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COVID-19 Update: We Must Remain Vigilant
President Hutchinson updates the campus on the latest COVID-19 health and safety measures
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Final On-Campus Booster Clinic on February 25
Chico State will host the final on-campus COVID-19 booster clinic before the CSU's requirement deadline.
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Students: How to Record COVID-19 Booster Information
Students can now self-certify to having received a booster shot and upload proof of being fully vaccinated by logging into the Student Center
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Employees: How to Record COVID-19 Booster Information
State employees can now officially self-certify to having received a booster shot as well as upload proof of being fully vaccinated.
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Welcome to Spring 2022!
A message about the spring 2022 semester from AS President Duncan Young
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Faculty & Staff COVID-19 Update - Jan. 19 Recording
President Hutchinson hosted a virtual COVID-19 update for employees on January 19. View the recorded session.
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COVID-19 On-Campus Booster Clinics, February 1 & 2
Chico State invites its students, employees, and the public to get a COVID-19 booster shot in the BMU on February 1 and 2.
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Kicking off Spring 2022: What You Need to Know
Reminders for students regarding the booster vaccine requirement, testing before returning to campus, and required masking indoors.
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Spring Classes to Continue as Planned
As of right now, a majority of courses will be conducted in person this spring. The first day of instruction is January 24.
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Chico State Announces New Health and Safety Guidelines for On-Campus Events
Effective immediately, attendees age 2 or older will be required to show proof of full vaccination (at least two weeks after last dose) or a negative COVID-19 test (via a PCR test within two days or antigen test within one day of the event).
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CSU Requires COVID-19 Booster Shots for Spring
The CSU system announced today that it will require all students, faculty, and staff to receive a COVID-19 booster by February 28, 2022, or five months after an individual received the final dose of their original vaccination, whichever is later.
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Omicron, Boosters, Winter Gatherings, and More: What You Need to Know for December
Updates about the pandemic and our current health and safety guidelines
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COVID-19 Booster Clinics On Campus Dec. 8 and 9
Chico State will offer on-campus COVID-19 vaccine clinics on December 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Bell Memorial Union, Room 203. The clinic will offer boosters as well as first- and second-dose vaccines.
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Please Keep Masking Up—It is Working!
A reminder to continue to properly wear face masks indoors and keep sustainability in mind to reduce the use of disposable masks.
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Shift Your Mindset—Stay Home If You Don’t Feel Well
President Hutchinson urges the campus community to stay home if they are sick.
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On-Campus Vaccine Clinics Offered Aug. 24 and Sept. 14
Chico State is offering free, walk-in vaccine clinics on campus in Laxson Auditorium on Tuesday, August 24, and in BMU Auditorium on Tuesday, September 14. Both clinics are open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and no appointments are necessary.
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On-Campus Vaccine Clinics Offered Aug. 17 and Aug. 20
Chico State is offering free, walk-in vaccine clinics on campus in BMU Auditorium on Tuesday, August 17, and in Laxson Auditorium on Friday, August 20. Both clinics are open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and no appointments are necessary.
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Video: Employee Q&A Session - August 4
The Chico State Emergency operations center held a question and answer session for employees on August 4, 2021.
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Face Coverings Once Again Required Indoors for Everyone
Due to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant, face coverings will once again be required for everyone accessing indoor campus facilities regardless of vaccination status, effective tomorrow, August 3.
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Next On-Campus COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic August 3
Chico State will offer a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic on campus in the Bell Memorial Union Auditorium between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3.
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CSU System to require COVID-19 vaccinations in advance of full FDA approval
Students must have at least one vaccine shot before classes begin on August 23. Faculty and staff must have a least one dose prior to the August 16 return-to-work date. You must be fully vaccinated (two weeks after your final dose) by September 30.
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Vaccine Self-Certification/Updated Mask Guidelines for Employees
Beginning on July 26, employees who indicate they have been fully vaccinated have the option of removing their masks indoors in accordance with Cal/OSHA guidelines. Employees who are not vaccinated or who choose not to share their vaccination status are required to continue wearing masks indoors.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Self-Certification Process for Students
Chico State is now ready to collect and verify vaccine information from students. As of today, students can voluntarily submit their vaccination status via the Student Center.
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