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Boston University requires COVID-19 booster shot for spring 2022, no more daily symptom attestation

BU mandates COVID-19 booster shot, removes daily symptom check for Spring semester

By Daily Free Press Staff December 14, 2021
Protocols such as indoor mask mandate and weekly testing will continue to stay in place.
Boston University warns international students may not be allowed to come back spring 2022 because of Omicron

BU warns international students may have to skip Spring semester as Omicron variant complicates travel

By Daily Free Press Staff December 14, 2021
ISSO stated in an email that international students might have to take a leave of absence next semester.
An illustration of the SARS-CoV-virus. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced a 17-member advisory committee Monday in response to the winter surge in COVID-19 cases and the first known case of the Omicron variant in Massachusetts. COURTESY OF CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION

Wu names new COVID-19 Advisory Committee amid winter surge of cases

By Cici Yu December 8, 2021
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the formation of the City's new COVID-19 Advisory Committee Monday.
A CVS pharmacy offering COVID-19 vaccines. The first case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 was detected in Massachusetts on Saturday. ANH NGUYEN/ DFP STAFF

First case of Omicron variant in Massachusetts detected

By Dongfang Zhou December 6, 2021
The first case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 was detected in Massachusetts on Saturday.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine vial

Massachusetts makes Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots available for selected populations

By Cici Yu September 29, 2021
Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots are now available for eligible populations according to the State.
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COVID-19 cases fluctuate as college students return to campus

By Daily Free Press Staff September 23, 2021
COVID-19 cases fluctuate as college students across Boston return to campus this fall.
person exiting 808 testing site

Additional appointment times became available at 808 Commonwealth Ave. following early closure of Agganis Arena testing site

By Madhri Yehiya September 19, 2021
Platt and Elmore noted students should only test once a week and show up on time for appointments.
BU mask mandate sign

Students, faculty reflect on Fall semester COVID-19 protocols

By Daily Free Press Staff September 14, 2021
Many said they feel safe but worry about staying on top of classes in the event of testing positive.
Man receiving a COVID-19 test swab

Boston implements vaccination mandate for city employees amidst COVID surge, Delta variant

By Isabella Abraham August 19, 2021
City of Boston employees must get a COVID-19 vaccine according to a mandate announced Thursday.
Vial of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine

Baker announces next phase of vaccination efforts, changes to vaccination sites

By Rin Velasco May 18, 2021
The state will offer walk-up options at mass vaccination sites and will close four sites by June.
BU student receiving the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

BU opens Moderna COVID-19 vaccine clinics for students, staff

By Tanisha Bhat May 6, 2021
International students will be allowed extended stay on campus to receive second doses next month.
gofundme page in memory of boston university custodians

BU Parents United fundraises for memorial benches to honor custodians who died from COVID-19

By Emily Stevenson April 20, 2021
The organizers hope to place the benches on the BU Beach to commemorate the two men.
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