So far, Booster Shots Not Required for Kean Students

By Andrey Nalbantov | Published by December 5, 2021

As the cold winter weather slowly creeps upon us like the dreaded assignment due dates, it’s time for students to look out for potential Covid-19 booster shots.

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While the COVID-19 vaccine was mandatory for Kean students, in order for them to register and be part of the Fall semester, booster shots are not required by the university, but through the months of November and December, there will be accommodations on the Kean site for students to receive the additional dose if needed. 

According to the Director of Media Relations, Margaret McCorry, though Kean will not require the booster shot, the university keeps monitoring the guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), as well as the state and country authorities. 

“Safety is the top priority at Kean University,” McCorry said…

Students can find the booster shot accommodations at the Downs Hall located on the main campus, on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4, from 8:00 a.m to 10 a.m. 

And Covid-19 emergency supplies would be distributed such as produce, dairy, and shelf-stable foods for families in need.

So how do students know if they are eligible for the booster shot? Students should look at which the Covid-19 vaccine they received and if there are any health conditions they suffer from. 

According to the CDC, for individuals who have received both doses for either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, one of the requirements to receive a booster shot is being 18 years or older and have underlying health conditions, meanwhile those who’ve received Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the requirements are only if they’re  18 years or older and if they have had their first dose two months prior to the booster. 

 Covid-19 vaccines are still required for all students, faculty, and staff, with the exception of those who can provide evidence of medical or religious exemptions. 

As for new incoming students to Kean University, they are also required to show proof of a Covid-19 vaccine. 

“Students new to campus in Spring 2022 will be required to comply,” McCorry said.

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