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Over the last month, major universities in New York City have experienced significant outbreaks of COVID-19, including NYU, Columbia and CUNY.

Close (Photo : 6 Tips For Staying Healthy And Optimistic As We Move To A New Normal) As we head into this year, we are reminded of the many ways that we've grown stronger and stayed connected with our community in the last year. With COVID-19 pandemic, many people have worked tirelessly to keep us informed, responsive, and healthy. 1. Testing and Tracing Programs Over the last year, Columbia has led the way with testing and tracing programs. Columbia Health programs have made a difference. "We are far below New York City's numbers as well as those in the surrounding areas. The rapidity of ou...

Columbia’s COVID Director Steers University Through Pandemic’s Upheaval Donna Lynne’s steady hand and collaborative approach to the crisis has earned the trust of the community. By March 01, 2021 Donna Lynne and the COVID leadership team are developing return-to-campus plans for the fall, while remaining vigilant about the fluctuating picture of the virus and the new variants that may spread more easily than other strains. Photo by Eileen Barroso. In early March 2020, Donna Lynne, senior vice president and chief operating officer of Columbia University Irving Medical Center, had been ...

Columbia invites 1,800 students back to campus despite social distancing violations and rising cases Columbia invites 1,800 students back to campus despite social distancing violations and rising cases Millie Felder / Senior Staff Photographer During the fall semester, there were 258 reports of alleged Health Compact violations. Some of these cases are still pending review, but as of the first week of the spring semester, the University determined 219 violations had occurred on campus. By Talia Abrahamson | January 20, 2021, 11:30 PM The Columbia Community Health Compact will be teste...