UL Lafayette: EH&S : Other Policies

NOTICE TO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES

UPDATE - November 5, 2009, 8:00 am

The University is currently pre-planning to administer the H1N1 vaccine under direction from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and the Louisiana Office of Public Health. Although the vaccine is still not available on campus, the University anticipates conducting its first vaccination effort soon. Students should log on to Ulink and visit the students tab to register for the vaccine. Students and employees should frequently check this webpage for more information regarding H1N1 and its impact on the campus community.

UPDATE - September 17, 2009, 8:00 am

The University continues to monitor the H1N1 virus and its impact on the campus community. The University has learned that some isolated cases of H1N1 have been identified among its students and employees. As such, in keeping with its written Pandemic Flu Plan, the University is moving to Phase II of the plan, entitled Heightened Readiness. At this time, all operations at the University are continuing normally and there are no plans for school closure or disruption of scheduled activities.

If you have not already done so, please review the university’s Pandemic Flu Preparedness Plan, which is found at www.safety.louisiana.edu. Updated information on the H1N1 virus, as well as other general information relating to the safety and well-being of our students and staff can be found there. Thank you for your consideration.

UPDATE - August 19, 2009, 3:00 pm

In preparation for the start of the Fall 2009 semester, university officials have met to discuss the H1N1 virus (also known as the “Swine Flu”), and possible ramifications it may have for the campus community. The university has reviewed its Pandemic Flu Preparedness Plan and is communicating with State public health officials. Although a few confirmed cases of H1N1 have been identified in Lafayette Parish, at this time, all university functions and schedules are continuing as planned.

All students and employees are encouraged to review the Pandemic Guide and Plan, which can be found on the university safety webpage:

www.safety.louisiana.edu

Please implement good health and hygiene habits such as proper hand washing techniques, covering your mouth when you cough, and others that are found in these documents. You can also link to other helpful sites for more information. Thank you for your consideration.

Current UL Lafayette Pandemic Status