Roane State Community College this week received at least two reports of COVID-19 positive test results with multiple other tests still pending. The reported cases are all among students on the Roane County campus. The college is assuming the pending tests are positive out of an abundance of caution.

Classrooms were visited by these students as recently as Monday, August 24, 2020 and will be thoroughly cleaned prior to reopening. No building closures will be required. The affected students are following CDC guidelines for quarantine and/or isolation.

Roane State has taken appropriate action to ensure the campus community is aware of this information. These actions include notifying all students, faculty and staff by email and directly contacting those who may have been in close contact with the individuals who tested positive or are awaiting test results.

The college has put a number of safety precautions in place because of the pandemic, including face coverings, wellness screenings, physical distancing and assigned seating in classes, in order to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.