Fully Vaccinated Travelers Going to Philippines and South Korea No Longer Need to Quarantine 

Reported By: Mikaela Yanto After easing travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travelers, the Philippines and South Korea are now more open to leisure travel.  According to the website of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, fully vaccinated individuals no longer have to undergo a mandatory facility-based quarantine upon arrival. However, arriving travelers must present proof …

A Handful of COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted 

Reported By: Eliria Sabeti Guam continues to move toward a post-pandemic reality. Due to the collective progress and involvement of the people of Guam, we are able to make this step forward.  Governor Lou Leon Guerrero announced that she will be lifting the mandated COVID-19 vaccine requirement for government workers and student-athletes.   “Effective immediately, there …

Should We Still Wear a Mask on Campus? 

Reported By: Nathaniel Dulla With the COVID-19 vaccine mandate lifted on Guam, restaurants, bars, gyms, and public events will no longer require people to present proof of vaccination. According to Guam COVID-19 vaccine tracker on the data news-leader website in February 2022, more than 95% of the island’s residents are fully vaccinated;  about 134,754 age-eligible …

Tested Positive for COVID? Here’s What To Do  

Reported By: Eliria Sabeti The COVID-19 outbreak has caused extensive stress for all of Guam. The pandemic has affected schools and other businesses around the community. Through shutdowns and multiple quarantines, it has been hard for many of us to sustain a job or get the full potential of our education for ourselves and our …

UOG Cares Emergency Grant to provide up to $3,000 in financial support

MANGILAO – The financial strain the COVID-19 pandemic is evident amongst many in Guam, however this is most apparent for college students. To lessen this strain, financial support of up to $3,000 is now available for qualifying students as a result of the University of Guam Cares Emergency Grant. Applications for the emergency aid grant …