COVID-19 Policies

The Barkley Forum for High Schools is required to follow the Emory University Visitor Policy, which can be found here.

All visitors on campus for the tournament are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations and follow all CDC guidelines pertaining to COVID-19. Campus visitors may not come to campus if they are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms or if they have tested positive for COVID-19 in the previous 5 days. Masking is optional indoors on Emory’s campuses with select exceptions.

Q: What do I do if I have been exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19?

A: You may continue judging or competing at the tournament and are expected to abide by current CDC guidelines.

Q: Where can I find COVID-19 tests near Emory’s campus?

A: Emory University does not provide COVID-19 testing to visitors, but there are numerous pharmacies near campus where tests can be acquired. The CVS in Emory Village at 1554 North Decatur Road is walking distance from the central campus, and the CVS in Emory Point at 1520 Avenue Place is walking distance from Rollins School of Public Health.

Q: What do I do if I test positive for COVID-19 after arriving on Emory’s campus?

A: Please let the tournament administrator know by emailing emorybfhs@gmail.com, and you will need to withdraw from the tournament and isolate. Coaches and chaperones are responsible for determining next steps in terms of isolation should a student test positive. The university will not be responsible for providing accommodations for isolation of any individuals testing positive for COVID-19.

Q: Will Emory contact me if I was in close contact with someone who later tests positive for COVID?

A: No. Emory will not be doing contact tracing.