SIUE is implementing a free COVID-19 screening program to provide fast, ongoing testing to members of the SIUE community. Beginning January 4, 2021, all employees and students will be required to complete a COVID-19 test no later than 48 hours of visiting any SIUE campus (Alton, East St. Louis, or Edwardsville). Some student and staff populations may be assigned a testing date and time.

Students who are learning or working remotely and are not otherwise planning to be on campus do not need to participate in this mandatory testing. However, anyone who has been learning or working remotely who re-engages in on-ground campus activity during this period (regardless of how brief or intermittent the campus contact) is expected to get a screening test within 48 hours of arrival to campus.

Testing will take place at the Student Activity Center (Student Fitness Center). Please schedule your testing time through Aura.

*Check SIUE email for a communication from Aura (info@auratracker.org) asking SIUE faculty, staff, and students to set up an account and schedule a screening appointment. If you did not receive an email or need to request an email, please contact covidtesting@siue.edu.

Enforcement

Students on the Edwardsville campus who miss their scheduled return to campus testing window or refuse to comply with mandated testing will be referred to the Dean of Students for non-compliance with community health and safety protocols.

Sanctions for initial non-compliance will include a Dean of Students administrative hold and a rescheduled testing window.
Repeated non-compliance may result in being administratively dropped from an on-ground/face-to-face course or courses without refund if no alternative course format is available.
All students with University Housing contracts have been notified of testing requirements. Repeated violations of this requirement will result in termination of residency without a refund.
Repeated non-compliance will result in disciplinary action, up to and including suspension.

COVID Self-Reporting Reminder

COVID Self-Reporting Form

You should complete this form if you are aware that you:

Have been tested for COVID-19, with or without symptoms
Have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been given a diagnosis of presumed positive by a health professional
Have symptoms, but not yet tested positive
Have had a CLOSE contact with an individual who has been tested and diagnosed with COVID-19

In alignment with the Centers for Disease Control's definition of CLOSE contact, reporting is necessary if you are someone who was within 6 feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period starting from 2 days before illness onset (or, for asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to test specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated.

Your identity will not be disclosed to anyone other than SIUE employees responsible for maintaining your health and safety, or Health Department officials as required. You may voluntarily share your information with whomever you choose.

University Housing Announcements

Apply for 2021-2022 Housing!

Current residents have until Friday, February 19 to complete the application to sign up to live on-campus for fall 2021-spring 2022.
Visit siue.edu/housing/reservemyspace for more information. $200 payment is required to complete the application.

Join Area Council!

Area Council is the representative and programmatic board of your community. If you’re interested in joining or would like more information, complete the “Area Council Application” in Roompact.

The 2021-2022 Desk Manager application is now open!

The DM application can be found online. If you have questions, please contact Domonique Crosby at docrosb@siue.edu or (618) 650‑4627.

Desk Manager (DM) Job Functions

Provide safety and security for residents
Provide excellent quality service to residents and guests
Build rapport with residents
Educate residents and enforce University Housing policy
Serve as a resource for the community
Manage administrative tasks: checking in/out guests; issuing and logging parking permits, packages, and keys; maintaining and updating other forms and records

Qualifications

Must submit a completed application by the appropriate deadline: Friday, February 19.
Must be able to be a DM for the entire 2021-2022 academic year.
Must have at least a 2.3 cumulative GPA (DMs are required to maintain a 2.3 GPA).
Cannot be graduating before May 2022.
Cannot be enrolled in the School of Pharmacy program during the 2021-2022 academic year if a new applicant.
Must have lived in University Housing for at least one full semester by the time you would begin as a DM. (summer is counted as a semester)
Must be in good financial, academic, and behavioral conduct standing with the University.
Submit a completed application by the appropriate deadline: Saturday, February 15.

COVID-19 Expectations and Guidelines

When you are inside, always wear a face-covering that covers your mouth and nose, except while you are in your own living unit.
When you are outside, wear a face-covering anytime you can’t maintain a 6-foot distance between yourself and other people.
If you have been around someone who has tested positive or think you have COVID-19 symptoms, please fill out the COVID Self-Reporting Form (https://www.siue.edu/about/announcements/coronavirus/reporting-confirmed-cases/index.shtml).
If you are awaiting COVID-19 test results, please quarantine at home or in your living unit until you get the results back and are cleared by Health Services and University Housing.
You are strongly encouraged to make any guests that enter your room or apartment wear a face covering at all times and maintain a physical distance of 6 feet when possible.
Please wash/sanitize your hands on a regular basis and sanitize any frequently touched surfaces in your living unit and bathroom.
Residents are expected to comply with posted occupancy limits for shared common spaces. A maximum of four persons may occupy a room at any time.
Violations of COVID-19 expectations and guidelines may result in your removal from University Housing.

Important Housing Information

Policies – YOU NEED TO KNOW!

As a resident of the Cougar Village, you are responsible for knowing the information, policies, procedures, and deadlines that are contained in the University Housing Living Guide. To access the living guide, go to: http://www.siue.edu/housing/pdf/SIUE-Housing-Guide-Final.pdf

Facilities Issue? Put in a workorder!

University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM) is the unit assigned to the development and maintenance of University Housing facilities and grounds. UHFM is responsible for repairing housing units, care of the grounds surrounding housing facilities, performs snow removal, maintains the cleanliness of common areas and offices in University Housing buildings, oversees pest control and much more.

In the event of any building or grounds related issues, Students need to initiate the repair by submitting a Maintenance Request to University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM). UHFM responds to student-initiated repair requests as a first priority. To complete a work order, click HERE!!!

Get protected! Insure yourself and your belongings!

University Housing does not insure the personal property of residents. Residents are strongly encouraged to insure their personal belongings while living in University Housing. Students can look into renter’s insurance or their parent/guardian homeowners’ policy for potential coverage options.

SIUE is Smoke-Free, Tobacco Free, Nicotine Free

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has implemented the Illinois law that prohibits smoking and all tobacco related products into its policies and procedures. The Smoke Free Campus Act means that there can be no smoking or tobacco products of any kind on any State-owned University property.

To view SIUE’s Smoke-Free Campus Policy, click here.

Visit these sites for more information, Smoking Cessation Program, American Cancer Society and Centers for Disease Control.

Laundry Tips and Tricks!

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Join the SIUE Student Section for all of the Cougar Basketball home games!

Send an email to jefbail@siue.edu for your confidential link to be a part of the action!

The Student Section will open thirty minutes before game time.

All members are expected to wear SIUE fan gear and are subject to the same rules and regulations as live game attendance. Privileges can be revoked by the moderator at any time. By entering the meeting you give your consent to being on camera.

Tutoring Resource Center

For Tutoring Schedules, or to sign up for individual tutoring, please go to www.siue.edu/lss/tutoring-resource-center/

Career Development Center

The Career Development Center is open for virtual or in-person appointments. You can make your appointment through your Cougar Jobline account or call our office at 618-650-3708. The Career Development Center can help you with your resume, cover letters, job search, LinkedIn accounts, graduate school personal statements/application, mock interviews, and much more. Our office is located on the lower level of the Student Success Center in room 0281.

Upcoming Spring 2021 Events:

Networking: An Employer Panel Virtual Discussion

Tuesday, February 16

5:00-6:00 p.m.

The link provided on Cougar Jobline

Networking is an invaluable skill for professional development and advancement. Learn more about how to build your confidence in this skill and expand your network through networking experts.   Reserve your spot today through your Cougar Jobline by clicking on Events - Virtual Networking: An Employer Panel Virtual Discussion - +Register, or you can call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.  Spots are limited!

Virtual Career Fair Crash Course

Wednesday, February 24

2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Zoom Link on Cougar Jobline

Does the virtual career fair seem overwhelming to you?  Attend this live virtual workshop to make the most of the upcoming virtual career fair.  Hear tips on what to do before, during, and after the virtual career fair.  Reserve your spot today through your Cougar Jobline by clicking on Events - Virtual Career Fair Crash Course - +Register, or you can call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.  Spots are limited!