The Presidium of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is constantly assessing the rapidly unfolding situation regarding the spread of the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). The Presidium is following recommendations made by the Robert Koch Institute and is in close exchange with the Studentenwerk Thüringen, the City of Weimar, the Thuringian Ministry of Economics, Science and Digital Society, and the other Thuringian universities.
The University established a crisis team according to the pandemic which meets regularly and makes decisions regarding which measures are to be taken. The Extended Crisis Team also includes representatives of the faculties, departments and various central facilities. Additionally the corona coordination group provides support in operational tasks.
Details about the members of the various central working groups and their tasks can be found here: Central Working Group for Managing the Coronavirus Pandemic at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Basic Hygiene Plan Suspended
The current Basic Hygiene Plan will be temporarily suspended after 13 July 2022. The university is acting in accordance with the State of Thuringia’s »Corona-Schutzverordnung«. In order to ensure that all university members and visitors feel safe, the University Directorate is continuing to recommend that the basic AHA+L (distancing, hygiene, mask + ventilation) rules are still adhered to. Masks are also recommended if the minimum distance between individuals cannot be maintained. As a refresher, here are the AHA+L (distancing, hygiene, mask + ventilation) rules:
A = Abstand (Distancing) – At least 1.5 metres should be kept between individuals in indoor areas.
H = Hygiene – Practice proper coughing and sneezing etiquette (cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow), practice proper hand hygiene (hand washing, disinfection) and stay home if you are experiencing typical coronavirus symptoms.
A = Arbeiten mit Maske (Wear a Mask) – Medical masks or FFP2 masks should be worn anywhere the minimum 1.5 metres distance cannot be maintained between individuals or in places where ventilation is poor. Be sure to wear your mask properly and that it fits your face snugly.
L = Lüften (Ventilation) – Indoor areas must be regularly ventilated. The most effective way to ventilate is shock ventilation with doors and windows wide open.
The Basic Hygiene Plan may be reinstated in the 2022/2023 winter semester based on the infection situation.
The transitional phase of pandemic-related optional home office will end on 15 July 2022 and mandatory attendance will again come into effect unless an agreement on alternating remote work and/or mobile work has been made, thus making the place of work more flexible. This agreement can be made at any time.
In order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the Federal Republic of Germany, the state of Thuringia and the city of Weimar have put the following temporary measures in place. These are adjusted on an ongoing basis.
These are the most important basic protective measures:
All protections measures and regulations on containing the spread of the coronavirus are laid down by the Federal Republic of Germany, the State of Thuringia and the city of Weimar and are updated regularly.
Currently in effect:
Futher Information:
Information by the TMASGFF (Thuringian Health Ministry, in German)
Information on regulations regarding the coronavrius-pandemic by the City of Weimar
When entering Germany, there are a number of regulations that must be observed. In accordance with the Ordinance on Coronavirus Entry Regulations, the following rules apply across Germany:
Visit the Federal Ministry of Health website to find out which obligations apply and when:
Coronavirus Entry Regulations
Frequently asked questions on digital registration, obligation to provide proof and to quarantine upon entry
Federal Foreign Office: COVID-19 - entry and quarantine regulations in Germany
If you suspect that you have been infected with the coronavirus, the following things are important at first:
If you have a positive PCR test result:
You can find more details on how to act in different cases on infektionsschutz.de (in German):
Observe whether you develop symptoms of a Corona infection.
If you have had contact with a proven infected person, you are »strongly advised« by the state of Thuringia to reduce your social contacts as much as possible. In addition, daily rapid or self-tests are recommended. However, quarantine for contact persons is no longer mandatory.
Please follow the instructions provided by infektionsschutz.de (in German):
Employees of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar please contact immediately
We are depending on your help to stop the spread of infection and to help us implement appropriate measures as quickly as possible. Please be honest about any potential infection. Honesty will not be penalized and your personal data will be protected.
Students who tested positive for the coronavirus SARS-CoC-2, do not have to report an infection centrally, but are asked to act with caution and to inform possible contacts independently.
A self-test can be purchased in retail stores and performed independently (usually by a nasal swab), the result is available after 15 to 20 minutes. It is essential to follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Rapid tests are carried out by medical staff using a nasal and throat swab and the test is analysed on site in a test centre. Results are usually available about 20 minutes after the test is performed. You will receive proof of your results. Since 13 November 2021 this offer is free of charge for everyone again regardless if you are vaccinated against or recovered from COVID-19.
»Rapid test centre locations in Weimar
PCR tests are carried out is there is reasonable suspicion of a coronavirus infection (e.g. if an individual is presenting symptoms of the virus or has a positive rapid test result). The results of a PCR test are analysed by a laboratory.
Information on rapid tests
Information on self-tests
FAQ regarding COVID-19 tests (in German)
Currently, there are two ways to get vaccinated against the coronavirus: at a vaccination centre or at a doctor's office. There are also a number of special vaccination campaigns.
On the »Vaccination Offer« webpage, you can find all the relevant information on the various vaccination options, as well as useful links with contextual information.
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control: COVID-19 (English)
WHO: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic (English)
Robert Koch-Institut: COVID-19 (German)
Auswärtiges Amt: Reisewarnungen anlässlich der COVID-19-Pandemie (German)
Handlungsempfehlung Infektionsschutz von der Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) (German)
Stadt Weimar: Aktuelle Informationen zum Coronavirus (German)
Coronavirus-Informationsportal der Thüringer Landesregierung (German)
COVID-19 in Thüringen (German)
To clarify the further procedure in the case of a coronavirus infection with regard to a PCR test and possibly necessary treatment steps, please contact the medical on-call service on 116 117 or contact your doctor's office. For individual queries, you can also contact the Corona Hotline of the city of Weimar at +49 (0) 3643 762 555.
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