KAUST cases
The total number of cases of COVID-19 identified at KAUST remains at 21.
We are keeping in touch with all of our positive cases and monitoring their progress. We wish each of these community members well.
The last positive case was 6 days ago.
KAUST charter flights—registration deadline today
Don’t forget to register your interest for the KAUST arranged charter flights before Thursday, June 18 at 5:00 p.m. Two flight options are being offered at present:
- Monday, July 6 – Jeddah to London
- Wednesday, July 8 – London to Jeddah
Please refer to the following announcement before registering your interest as there are some important considerations prior to travel before you book these flights.
Reopening plan for KAUST Security Gate 3
Government Affairs would like to update the KAUST community that the reopening plan for KAUST Security Gate 3 will now start it’s second phase effective June 28, 2020. Operation timings will be from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Between now and June 28, 2020 the current limited Gate 3 operation will continue. Operation timings are from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and access remains limited to:
- Workforce who arrive at the gate by bus
- Contractors
- Trucks and heavy vehicles
- Food suppliers
Please note: All drivers and passengers must adhere to the Keep KAUST Safe guidelines and must wear face coverings. They must also abide by all physical distancing guidelines inside the vehicle they use once on campus grounds.
When are the pools and beach less busy?
The lastest trends show that the recreation center pools and South Beach are less likely to be full if you go in the morning. Don’t forget to bring your towel to sit on.If the pools or beach are full, you can always book a tee time or go for a walk at Safaa Golf Club, play tennis or other ball sports outdoors or go for a run or a bike ride.
Have a look at the approved recreation activities here.
Once again, we’d like to thank you for your cooperation and ongoing adherence to directives. These have been designed to keep you safe and to help manage the crisis.
KAUST COVID-19 Crisis Center (KC3)
Community resources
Staying informed
- Stay informed about COVID-19 and the University’s directives here
- Contact the COVID-19 Operations Hub or call 012 808 0950 Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- For other matters please call:
- 054 470 0804 — for Emotional Support Helpline
- 012 808 0959 — for Facilities Management
- 012 808 2055 — for Human Resources
- 054 470 1111 — for Government Affairs
- Review changes to operating hours for facilities, services and programs
