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Howard University Delays Spring Semester as COVID Cases Spike
Howard University will postpone the start of its spring semester, citing the recent surge in coronavirus cases.
The university said it will start in-person classes on Jan. 18 instead of the scheduled Jan. 10 date. Administrative functions will begin on Jan. 3.
Students returning to classes will have to provide proof of a negative coronavirus test four days before arrival, Howard said in a statement Monday.
All faculty, staff and students will be required to receive a COVID-19 booster by Jan. 31 if eligible for a booster, or within 30 days after becoming eligible.
Read more: https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-university-delays-spring-semester-as-covid-cases-spike/