COVID-19 booster available for high-risk groups

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COVID-19 booster available for high-risk groups

The COVID-19 booster shot by Pfizer and Moderna is being administered to the elderly and immunocompromised across the United States, while Johnson and Johnson still awaits clinical trials. The first doses in the Bay Area were given about a week ago, mainly at nursing homes. The infrastructure to support another mass vaccine rollout is already in place and is ready to vaccinate everyone looking for a third dose. People will only be eligible for the vaccine at least 8 months after receiving their second dose of Pfizer or Moderna.

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CDC announces COVID-19 vaccine reduces transmission

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CDC announces COVID-19 vaccine reduces transmission

Recent findings from a study conducted by the Public Health England (PHE) show that a single dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can reduce transmission of COVID-19 by up to 50%. This means that when COVID-19 enters a household, if the individuals in the household have been vaccinated against the virus once, they are up to 50% less likely to get infected than a household of unvaccinated people.

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SSU hosts two-day vaccine clinic

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SSU hosts two-day vaccine clinic

In a press release published on April 22, the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) announced that vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for all students and staff for the Fall 2021 semester. To assist community members in fulfilling this requirement, Sonoma State University hosted a vaccine clinic in partnership with Rite Aid.

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EOP scholarship saved by local fitness studio's fundraiser

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EOP scholarship saved by local fitness studio's fundraiser

Aurelio Saucedo was a model student as a freshman at Sonoma State in 1985. He was a first-generation college student and immigrant from Mexico, who spoke little English when he first arrived in California at the age of 16. He received support from the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at Sonoma State and became a top student, president of MEChA de Sonoma, and part of the Intercultural Advisory Board. He had dreams of attending law school.

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In-person sporting events slowly return

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In-person sporting events slowly return

The return of in person sporting events has been one of the most anticipated moments of the entire reopening process. With rising vaccination rates and falling case numbers, athletes can strap their gear on again and practice in person, and fans can dust off their favorite jerseys in preparation for stadiums to open back up in the near future.

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Johnson and Johnson vaccine distribution paused after blood clot concerns

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Johnson and Johnson vaccine distribution paused after blood clot concerns

The United States paused distribution of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 after six women who received it said that after the vaccine, they developed a rare blood clotting disorder. Though approximately 7 million people have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and the blood clot disorder is considered extremely rare, officials from the CDC felt it would be prudent to take precautions and assess the issue before continuing. The pause was initiated on April 13, according to the CDC, though it may have taken effect at later dates, depending on the region.

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Disability Awareness Month at SSU

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Disability Awareness Month at SSU

April is being recognized as Disability Awareness Month by Sonoma State University’s Disability Services for Students (DSS). To celebrate neurodiversity and students with disabilities at Sonoma State, DSS is hosting a number of events that started April 5 and will continue through April 28. The events are all virtual and cover a variety of topics.

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Campus Health and Safety Zoom Panel provides clarity for students

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Campus Health and Safety Zoom Panel provides clarity for students

Sonoma State students are anxiously awaiting more updates from the university in regards to plans to return in person for the Fall 2021 semester. Before decisions have been formally made, departments on campus are providing students with the opportunity to ask questions and gain insight on the projects that are in the works for next semester.

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Sonoma County enters orange tier

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Sonoma County enters orange tier

Sonoma County has now moved into the orange tier, the second most lenient tier of the California Blueprint for a Safer Economy. The move was announced on April 6 and was made official the next day, April 7. California met another goal of four million people in low-income neighborhoods receiving vaccines, so the tier restrictions were adjusted again. With a virus transmission rate of 4.2 new cases per 100,000 people, Sonoma County was cleared to move to the orange tier.

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