This initiative is an opportunity for students to share the importance of the safety measures surrounding COVID-19 with their peers. During a one-hour training, students will learn why it is important to wear a face covering, be physically distant from others, wash hands properly and clean surfaces. In addition, students will learn how to educate other students.
Trainings will take place the last full week of August 2020. If you are interested, please sign up for a free virtual training.
People with COVID-19 have reported a range of mild symptoms to severe illness.
Symptoms may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure to the virus.
Here are recommendations of supplies to bring to campus relating to the health and safety of yourself and others as you prepare for your campus arrival.
Adequate face coverings — Bring enough for one per day, keeping in mind how often you will wash them. The university will be providing two reusable masks to each student.
Cleaning supplies — This is for your own personal living space to wipe down commonly used surfaces.
Look for one of these active ingredients in your cleaning solutions to be effective against virus: Ethanol, Glycolic acid, Hydrogen peroxide, Hypochlorous acid, Isopropyl alcohol, Quaternary ammonium, Sodium hypochlorite.
A list of all COVID-19 disinfectants can be found on the EPA webpage.
Digital or other thermometer
Hand sanitizer — There will be hand sanitizers and places to wash your hands around campus; however, it is a good idea to have your own as well.
Off-campus students should remember hand soap for their living spaces.
Over-the-counter medicine — Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen or other cold symptom medication.
Isolation and quarantine “to go bag” — Since isolation or quarantine can happen quickly and likely be as long as 14 days, it is recommended to have a bag ready with essential items.
Items to consider: clothing, over-the-counter medication, prescription medication, school supplies, snacks, thermometer, toiletries/hygiene products.
The SUNY Cortland Cupboard will have some cleaning supplies, hand sanitizers and hand soap. Additional items may become available, if needed. Please email cortland.cupboard@cortland.edu if you have any other needs or suggestions.