COVID-19 vaccine

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Central State University continues to provide vaccines to the campus community in collaboration with public health officials and community partners. Information about vaccine distribution and availability will be posted here.

  • Everyone who is able to get the vaccine should get it as soon as possible. The more people who get vaccinated, the better we will be able to stop the spread of the virus so that life on the yard can be an enjoyable and safe experience for everyone.

    • Anyone with a severe allergy to a vaccine component (e.g., one that causes anaphylaxis or requires medical intervention)
    • Individuals with a history of a severe allergy to any vaccine or injectable medication
    • Those younger than 5 years old
    • People currently in isolation or quarantine or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. These people can get vaccinated after they finish with their isolation and their primary symptoms have resolved.
    • Pregnant people
    • People with certain immune-compromising conditions
    • Breastfeeding people
    • People on anticoagulants
    • People with an autoimmune or immune-compromising condition

  • Our vaccination clinics are held at the Pre-professional Annex, located in the back of the Newsom parking lot.

    Central State's main campus is testing by appointment only. Please call 937-376-6134 to schedule your test.

    Testing is available at CSU-Dayton Thursdays from 1-6 p.m. 

    Watch a video about vaccine clinics at Central State.

    • Wear your mask in the vaccine clinic and during your vaccination
    • Bring your Central State ID, one other form of identification, and insurance card
    • Bring a pen to sign paperwork
    • Wear loose-fitting clothing so upper arms can be easily accessed for injection
    • Review your calendar to ensure you will be able to return for the second vaccine (the appointment date for the second dose will be scheduled based on vaccine availability)

  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not recommend premedication with aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, etc. unless these are medications you take as part of your everyday health practices. However, these pain relievers may be used as needed after your vaccine for symptoms such as fever, arm soreness, headache, etc. Read more about CDC guidelines.

  • Contact your health care provider, local health department, or Central State University clinic. Call 911 for severe or life-threatening concerns. It is standard protocol to be monitored for at least 15 minutes directly after receiving the vaccine, so plan for this time on vaccine day.

  • The mRNA vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) require two doses. Full protection is achieved two weeks after receipt of the second dose. Full protection is achieved after a single dose of the J&J vaccine.

    Central State will monitor CDC guidelines and local, state, and federal public health orders and guidelines as the University updates policies and procedures to ensure the safest possible on-campus environment.