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13/01/2022

Rapid Corona Tests at the Mexico Bridge Entrance (Jan 16-20)
We will conduct a pilot program of a rapid corona test station for those who do not have a Green Pass or a valid negative test.
- The testing station will be at the entrance from the Stephen and David Breslauer Mexico Bridge. The station will be open from Sunday January 16, 2022 until Thursday January 20, 2022, between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
- Tests will only be conducted on those presenting employee or student cards!
- Results will arrive by SMS 15-25 minutes after the test and must be shown at the gate along with an accompanying ID.
- Each test costs NIS 50 only payable by credit card in advance.
- Vaccinated or recovered individuals with a Green Pass can be tested for free (until further notice)
Entry into the University is dependent on presenting a valid Green Pass/negative test result and a form of identification. Please prepare your documents in advance.

Masks must be worn in closed public spaces!
13/01/2022

Opening the Tamman Gate (Ben-Gurion Blvd.) to pedestrians

We are happy to announce that the Gabriel and Angel Tamman Gate is open to pedestrians!

The gate, formerly known as the Aliyah Gate, is located on David Ben-Gurion Boulevard opposite Soroka Medical Center.

Since the Tamman Gate is now open, the temporary gate (near the Faculty of Management) is closed.

Please be understanding during the first days of operation as procedures and equipment are sorted out and please obey the security officers’ instructions.
05/01/2022

Moving to Online Classes
Considering rising infection rates and the importance of maintaining the exam schedule, here are several decisions which were taken:
1. The last week of the semester (January 9-14) will move online. Hands on training courses, teaching labs, and clinical training will continue to be held on campus with everyone masked.
2. The campuses will remain open and students are invited to study in the libraries, the computer rooms, and other study areas, while remaining masked indoors.
3. Research activities continue as usual.
4. We have expanded the examination period to reduce the number of students taking examinations in each classroom. While this required changing the exam schedule, we did so to have the exams in person while still safeguarding everyone’s health. The full exam schedule should be published by the end of the week.
5. Exams must be taken masked.
The decision to move to online teaching was taken to assist in reducing the risk of conducting exams in person according to the new exam schedule.

We request that you adhere to the regulations, especially mask wearing in closed spaces. Failure to wear a mask is now a disciplinary violation.

If you enter quarantine, you must report it to the corona coordinator.

For information about exposure to people confirmed to be infected on campus. (information is in Hebrew).

Wishing you a successful examination period,

Prof. Chaim Hames
Rector

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