Texas State’s COVID-19 dashboard added 49 new student cases and two new faculty/staff cases since Nov. 5.
According to the dashboard, 83 cases are considered active as of Nov. 9. A total of 140 students and 10 faculty/staff have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 30 days.
Texas State reported 28 students tested positive Nov. 6, the highest single-day increase of cases reported in the last 30 days.
The dashboard states that numbers include positive COVID-19 test results for students, faculty and staff who tested at the Student Health Center or reported positive results after being tested at other sites. Results received from other sites are added to the graph based on the test date.
The University Star will continue to provide COVID-19 updates as any additional information is released.

Individuals concerned about possible exposure to COVID-19 are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or the Hays County Local Health Department at 512.393.5520. For additional information about COVID-19, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Centers for Disease Control website.
The University Star’s COVID-19 coverage can be found here.