Written approval is required before any UH community member may return to campus after self-quarantine. The timing of your return depends on whether you have exhibited Coronavirus Symptoms or not. See Completion of Self-Quarantine/Isolation for the process and considerations for determining when a return to campus is allowed.

All UH community members should follow the preventive measures detailed in Prevention and What to Do if I’m Sick. Students, staff and faculty working in clinical areas will have additional site-specific protocols with which to comply.

Employees should also follow the preventive measures detailed in Workplace Prevention and the protocols detailed in Return to Work on Campus.

If you are diagnosed with COVID-19, do not come to campus (even if you are symptom-free). Follow the guidance -- What to Do If I’m Sick.

We recognize this is a stressful situation for many members of our community. For scholars and employees who are eligible for employee benefits, please contact the Employee Assistance Program. For scholars and employees who are not eligible for employee benefits, there are a number of community resources available, such as United Way of Greater Houston. For students, please contact UH Counseling and Psychological Services.

The Department of Homeland Security has issued an advisory warning of scams involving COVID-19, and the UH System Information Security Office is aware of phishing messages being received by faculty, staff and students. If you receive a suspicious phishing email to your UH email account, notify security@uh.edu, and be aware of the following:

• Cyber actors may send emails to trick victims into revealing sensitive information or donating to fraudulent charities or causes.
• Exercise caution in handling such emails – avoid clicking on links and downloading attachments.
• Be wary of social media pleas, texts or calls related to COVID-19.
• Do not reveal personal or financial information in email, and do not respond to email solicitations for this information.

Follow the protocol described in Potential Exposure to Coronavirus.

To ensure the health and safety of students remaining in campus residential facilities, and essential support staff on campus, facilities are maintained using aggressive sanitization and hygiene protocols as recommended by authorities.  This includes increased custodial cleaning and the availability of hand sanitizer dispensers at all entrances, common areas and elevators.

Custodial staff is required to wipe highly touched surfaces, including handrails, push/pull door handles, drinking fountains, tables and other furniture continually touched during the course of the day. The university has increased the frequency that restrooms and common areas are cleaned and disinfected.

The University is committed to creating an inclusive climate for all of our community members. The CDC offers guidance on countering stigma related to this virus. If you believe that you are experiencing discrimination or bias related to your national origin, race or other protected characteristic, you may contact the UH Office of Equal Opportunity Services at eos@uh.edu or 713-743-8835.

UH Counseling and Psychological Services will continue to provide services through telehealth capabilities during the Stay Home-Work Safe order. Please see the CAPS website for most current information.