COVID-19

COVID-19 resources

Information for students who have been tested for COVID-19.

What should I do if my test is positive?

Follow CDC guidelines for isolation
If you live on campus, you will receive information regarding isolation following your self-report.

Self-care

Take your temperature with a thermometer daily and write down your results. (Fever = 100.4 F or greater.)
Drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids.
Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) for fever and/or pain if you do not have any contraindications.
Eat as tolerated without restrictions.
Watch for signs of severe illness (see below). Call 911 or go to the ER if you develop any of these symptoms (also call the facility to alert them you are coming):
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
- Persistent dizziness, confusion, or inability to respond.
- Not drinking enough fluids or not urinating.
- Severe or persistent vomiting.
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen.
- Fever or cough that improves but then returns or worsens.
- Worsening of chronic medical conditions.

Medical resources

IU Student Health Center
Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Call 812-855-4011.

The after-hours Nurse Line is available for urgent questions when the Student Health Center is closed. Call 812-855-4011, option 5 to speak with a nurse.

Community Resources

IU Health Urgent Care, 550 S. Landmark Ave. Phone: (812) 330-3688.
IU Health Bloomington Hospital Emergency Department, 2651 E Discovery Pkwy. Phone: (812) 353-5252.
Monroe Hospital Emergency Department, 4011 S. Medical Park Blvd. Phone: 812-825-1111.
IU Health Bloomington Hospital Ambulance Service. Phone: 911

Where can I read more about COVID-19?

The latest up-to-date information on COVID-19 in the US and worldwide can be found on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.

What should I do about my academics during quarantine or isolation?

If you have any in-person classes, contact your instructor(s) and indicate you will not be able to attend class. Ask for instructions on how to make up the coursework you will be missing.
If you are in an online class and are feeling well enough to attend, please do so. If you are feeling too sick to attend, please notify your instructor(s) and indicate that you will not be able to attend class virtually. Ask for instructions on how to make up coursework you will be missing.
If you are in need of assistance due to your instructor(s) response to your request, please submit a Care Referral and a staff member from the Dean of Students Office will follow up with you.