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Data on Students in On-Campus Isolation/Quarantine:

A student may be using an on-campus isolation/quarantine space because:

  1. They have tested positive for COVID-19;
  2. Are identified as a Close Contact of someone who tested positive for COVID-19;
  3. Have traveled internationally or to any of the States listed on NJ’s travel advisory
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Ramapo College COVID-19 Reported Cases

Date Student Case(s) Employee Case(s) Detail(s)
Oct. 27, 2020 1 On October 27th, the College learned of a new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating at home. During a Contact Tracing call, it was determined that the student had direct contact with another Ramapo Student (non-residential) who has virtual classes except for 1 in person class. The student who is a contact will not be returning to campus until after they have completed the recommended quarantine period.
Oct. 26, 2020 2 On October 26, 2020 the College learned of 2 (possibly related) new COVID-19 cases involving students. One of the individuals is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who was last on campus in March 2020.  The other individual is a non-residential student with a blend of virtual and face to face classes and was last on campus on September 30, 2020.  In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), both students are self-isolating.
Oct. 26, 2020 1 On October 26, 2020, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving an employee.  The individual was last on campus on October 23, 2020. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the employee is self isolating off campus.
Oct. 20, 2020 1 On October 20, the College learned of 1 new Covid-19 case involving a residential student. The student has virtual classes and is self-isolating off campus. In line with College protocols and guidance from the CDC, contact tracing efforts revealed 3 residential student who are self-quarantined on campus and 1 non-residential student who is self-quarantining off campus.
Oct. 20, 2020 1 On October 20, the College learned of a new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating.
Oct. 19, 2020 2 On October 19, the College learned of 2 (unrelated) new COVID-19 cases involving students. The individuals are non-residential students (participating entirely in virtual learning) who have not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the students are self-isolating.
Oct. 14, 2020 1 On October 14, the College learned of 1 new Covid-19 case involving a residential student. The student has a blend of virtual and face to face classes. The student is self-isolating on campus. In line with College protocols and guidance from the CDC, contact tracing efforts revealed 8 commuter students who are self-quarantined off campus.
Oct. 12, 2020 1 On October 12, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating.
Oct. 8, 2020 1 On October 8th, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving a residential student. The student has a blend of virtual and face to face classes. The student is self-isolating on campus. In line with College protocols and guidance from the CDC, contact tracing efforts revealed that 6 other residential students would enter into on-campus self-quarantine. A 7th student was also identified through contact tracing and is self-quarantined off campus.
10/9 Update: Three residential students are no longer deemed related to the case and have been released from self-quarantine.
10/13 Update: 4 residential students related to this case are in on-campus self-isolation/self-quarantine, 1 student is self-quarantined off campus, and (as per the 10/9 update), three residential students were deemed unrelated to the case.
Oct. 1, 2020 1 On October 1st, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating.
Sept. 22, 2020 1 On September 22, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating.
Sept. 21, 2020 1 On September 21, 2020, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case.  The individual is an employee and was last on campus on September 17, 2020. The individual is isolating themselves off campus.
Sept. 20, 2020 1 On September 20, the College learned of 1 new COVID-19 case involving a student. The individual is a non-residential student (participating entirely in virtual learning) who has not been on campus this semester. In line with College protocols and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the student is self-isolating.
Last updated: 10/28/2020
If you have tested positive for COVID-19, been told you most likely have COVID-19 by a medical provider, have been tested and are awaiting results for COVID-19, have a COVID-19 sick individual in your home, or have been identified as a close contact please immediately contact the below mentioned College staff.  The College requires you to come forward and talk with us, so that we can provide you with Ramapo-specific resources and guidance.

If any member of the community becomes aware of a student, faculty, or staff with COVID-19 or under investigation for COVID-19, you may share this information with Debra Lukacsko (for students) or Jill Brown (for employees).

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Daily Symptom Self-Screening for Students, Faculty and Staff

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Ramapo College Visitor Registration Form

In order for the College to effectively conduct contact tracing and to assist the Bergen County Department of Health, we are requiring outside visitors to campus to register and complete a daily self health screening for COVID-19.  When you are planning or expecting a visitor(s)(other than a food drop off or similar drop off delivery) they are required to complete this registration and self health check form found below.

Visitor Registration Form

Ramapo College of New Jersey RESTART PLAN OVERVIEW

Ramapo College of New Jersey Restart Plan 07-14-2020

Ramapo College of New Jersey is providing the following information in order to inform campus of the Coronavirus situation and how it may relate to or impact College activities and people connected to the College. This situation is continuously unfolding and new updates and information will be posted as they become available, according to approved procedures and protocols. Ramapo College is following the expert state, national, and international recommendations regarding the situation. We are committed to the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff.

Updates will be provided to Ramapo College students, faculty, and staff through their ramapo.edu email addresses. Please check your email inbox for important messages. These campus-wide messages with updates are also available on the Campus Communications Archive page. New updates and information will be posted as they become available.

Campus Communication

Communication Archive

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Ramapo College status, updates, and guidelines related to Covid-19.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Travel Plans (International and Domestic)

Stay safe during travel - COVID-19

The State of New Jersey has issued an incoming travel advisory that all individuals entering NJ (both travelers and NJ residents) from states with a significant spread of COVID-19 should self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. The travel advisory applies to 41 states and U.S. jurisdictions (listed below as of 10/27/20).  If you must engage in personal, international travel (to any country) or domestic travel to any of the travel advisory states, please complete the College’s travel registry questionnaire for any travel between now and December 31, 2020.

Please continue to monitor your travel plans as states and U.S. jurisdictions are added and removed from the list.

If you are traveling outside of the United States (to any country) or to Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, or Wyoming we ask that students and employees please complete the College’s travel registry questionnaire. By completing the questionnaire, you will enable the College to support you with the most current resources and professional advice concerning your travel.  Anyone traveling internationally or from any of the above states and U.S. jurisdictions, will be required to self-quarantine, off campus, for 14 days before being cleared to return to the College. Students will be guided and cleared for return to campus by the Associate Director of Health Services. Employees will be guided and cleared for return to campus by the Associate Director of Human Resources.

As states and U.S. jurisdictions are coming on and off the travel advisory list, if you plan to travel, please keep yourself informed by visiting the COVID-19 Information Hub: https://covid19.nj.gov/faqs/nj-information/travel-information/which-states-are-on-the-travel-advisory-list-are-there-travel-restrictions-to-or-from-new-jersey

International and Domestic Travel Registry Questionnaire

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Symptom Checker

Please view the CDC’s website for information about symptoms of Coronavirus. An interactive symptom checker tool is available which provides a guide to help you make decisions and seek appropriate medical care. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html

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Contact Information and Resources

Should you have questions:

Hotlines to Call for Support During COVID-19

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
  • Crisis Textline: Text START to 741-741
  • NJ Hopeline: 1-855-654-6735
  • 2nd Floor Support Line for NJ Residents Ages 10-24: 1-888-222-2228
  • Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+ Support Line): 1-866-488-7386
  • Addictions Hotline: 1-888-984-0363
  • Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

NJ Mental Health Resources

  • NJ Mental Health Cares:Offers telephone counseling, emotional support, information and assistance. The helpline is available seven days per week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 866-202-HELP (4357)
  • Support to deaf and hard of hearing individuals: Department of Human Services (DHS) is offering emotional help and support to deaf and hard of hearing individuals during COVID-19. Sign language users can communicate with ACCESS of St. Joseph’s Health in Paterson through video phone at 973-870-0677, Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. 
  • The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF): has a crisis text line: text NJ to 74174. A trained counselor will respond and help you through concerns. 
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