The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) officials continue to monitor the measles outbreak in Upstate South Carolina. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious illness and disrupt campus life. Even a single case is considered a public health priority.

According to the CDC, unvaccinated college students are at increased risk of infection with measles compared to the general population. Converse University requires all traditional undergraduate students to provide proof of immunity to measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases as a condition of enrollment at the University. The Wellness Center will continue to rigorously enforce immunization requirements in order to minimize the risks of a measles outbreak. The University will continue to monitor the situation and will update the campus community as needed.