COVID-19 Vaccination

The Georgia Department of Public Health has designated Kennesaw State University as a distribution site to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to all students, faculty, and staff during the spring and summer semesters of 2021. KSU will partner with Wellstar Health System to give the vaccinations to our campus population. Read the complete announcement from President Pamela Whitten.

Vaccine Update – as of March 23, 2021

Since January, KSU has been providing vaccines to faculty, staff and students who have met the eligibility requirements to date as determined by the Georgia Department of Public Health. On Tuesday, March 23, Governor Brian Kemp announced that all adults age 16 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, without restriction, effective March 25, 2021.

Vaccine Update – as of May 17, 2021

KSU is currently administering the Pfizer vaccine. Please call (470) 578-6644 to schedule your vaccination appointment. Only active KSU employees and enrolled, degree-seeking students are eligible to receive the vaccine on campus.

The vaccines are a critical tool to helping to “Protect the Nest” and we encourage everyone to consider this opportunity to advance the health and safety of our campus community.

DPH Vaccination

Tuesday and Thursday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
Drive-thru vaccination site at 3305 Busbee Drive

Vaccinations are available by appointment only. To register for the vaccine, you may do so online or call the Health Department Vaccine Scheduling Resource Line at (888) 457-0186.

DPH Vaccination Registration

Campus Conversation: What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who will administer the vaccine?
  Clinical staff from Wellstar Health System, nursing students and volunteer faculty from KSU’s Wellstar School of Nursing will administer the vaccine.
• How will I know when I can receive the vaccine?
  Active KSU employees and enrolled, degree-seeking students are eligible to receive the vaccine on campus. Please call (470) 578-6644 to schedule your vaccination appointment.
• Which COVID-19 vaccine will KSU receive?

  There are currently three types of COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna and Janssen). KSU is currently administering the Pfizer vaccine.

  Pfizer Fact Sheet

   

  Janssen Fact Sheet

  Moderna Fact Sheet
• Is there a cost associated with receiving the vaccine?

  There will not be any out-of-pocket costs for individuals choosing to receive the vaccine on campus.

  There is a standard administrative fee for the vaccine that will be filed to your insurance for both doses. If you do not have insurance or your insurance denies the claim, the fee will be waived with no responsibility back to the individual.

• Am I required to get the vaccine?
  Although it is currently not required, all members of the KSU community are strongly encouraged to receive the vaccine as it is a critical component to “Protect the Nest” and help end the pandemic.
• I am an employee. Do I have to take vacation, sick time or unpaid leave to receive my vaccination or if I do not feel well after receiving the vaccine?
  No, you may take up to 8 hours of non-closure emergency leave to receive your COVID-19 vaccine. You may also take up to 16 hours of non-closure emergency leave if you experience severe negative side effects after receiving the vaccine that prohibit you from performing your duties of employment. Please discuss use of this leave with your immediate supervisor as documentation may be required.
• Will I be eligible to receive the vaccine on campus if I am a part-time faculty or staff member?
  Yes, part-time faculty and staff members will be eligible to receive the vaccine during the appropriate phase based on the Georgia Department of Public Health guidelines.
• I received my first dose of the vaccine off-campus. Can I schedule an appointment to receive my second dose on campus?
  No. In order to manage the limited inventory of vaccine, we are unable to only provide you with the second dose.
• Can retired faculty and staff ore emeritus status faculty receive the vaccine on campus?
  At this time, only current employed KSU faculty and staff members are eligible to receive the vaccine on campus.
• Will family members of faculty and staff be eligible to receive the vaccine?
  Not at this time. Initial phases of vaccine administration will only be for currently employed faculty, staff and students. 
• Are you doing walk-in vaccinations?
  No. We are only administering vaccinations to people who have called (470) 578-6644 and scheduled an appointment.
• What do I need to bring to my vaccination appointment?
  Please bring your government-issued photo ID and insurance card.
• Can I bring someone with me to my appointment even if they aren't receiving the vaccine?
  No. You can't bring any guests, including children, to your appointment. Only the person with an appointment will be allowed inside the vaccination site.
• I have been fully vaccinated. Do I still have to quarantine if I am exposed to COVID-19?

  As long as they remain asymptomatic, fully vaccinated individuals do not have to quarantine following a known exposure to COVID-19. If you have been fully vaccinated and are identified by the KSU COVID Response Center as a close contact to a confirmed case, please email proof of your vaccination to covidresponse@kennesaw.edu to avoid the quarantine requirement.

• I have been fully vaccinated. Do I still have to wear a mask while on campus?
  Fully vaccinated individuals can resume campus classes and other activities on campus without wearing a mask. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to continue wearing a face covering while inside campus facilities.
• I have lost my vaccination card. What should I do?
  If you need a copy of your immunization record history, you may request a copy from the State of Georgia. Please choose "Immunization Record Request Form" under the "Forms" section of the webpage.

Updated July 13, 2021