Georgia Southern announces 12 positive COVID-19 cases during seventh week

Report marks fifth week of decline

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Andy Cole, Editor-in-Chief

STATESBORO — Georgia Southern officials announced another week of decline, reporting 12 cases during the seventh week of school.

“The report below reflects a fifth consecutive week of decline in confirmed and self-reported cases, and again, no single day last week registering more than five positive reports.” said a disclaimer on GS’ reporting website. “We must continue to exercise responsibility both on and off campus­—to wear face-coverings, remain socially distant from others, and wash hands frequently.”

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One case comes from employees, two from the Armstrong campus and none from the Liberty campus.

COVID-19 Analysis 

  • Total COVID-19 positive cases since returning: 1,122
  • Total positive cases (seventh week): 12
  • University confirmed: one
  • Self reported: 11
  • Students: 10
  • Employees: one
  • Statesboro campus: nine
  • Armstrong campus: two
  • Liberty campus: zero