Texas State’s COVID-19 dashboard reports since Aug. 18, 23 students and three faculty and staff members have tested positive for COVID-19.
The dashboard shows four students and one faculty member tested positive Aug. 25, and one faculty member tested positive Aug. 24. 14 of the new student cases were reported Aug. 21-23. Six cases were reported between Aug. 18-20. For comparison, the previous eight-day period, between Aug. 10-17, witnessed six total cases.
According to the dashboard, a total of 140 students and 32 faculty and staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 since March 1.
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.