June 26 COVID-19 Advisory

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KAUST cases

Two new cases of COVID-19 have been identified at KAUST, bringing the total number of cases of COVID-19 identified at KAUST to 28. The new identified cases were in quarantine, as was their small contact tracing group. All members of both groups remain in quarantine.

We are keeping in touch with all of our cases and monitoring their progress. We wish each of these community members well.

IT Store and IT Mobile & TV Store reopening

KAUST IT is pleased to announce the reopening of the IT Store (building 2) and the IT Mobile & TV Store (building 5), effective Sunday, June 28.

Operating hours will be:

  • IT Store: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • IT Mobile & TV Store: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (for queries, call 012 808 7210)

Please be sure to observe the Keep KAUST Safe guidelines and follow any guidance from the shop staff to ensure a safe visit.


Do you know about the phased return of recreation activities? 

Community Life are bringing back several recreation activities including exercise and weightlifting at the gyms, fitness classes, bowling and indoor volleyball and racquet sports.Many activities have limited capacity and pre-booking of most activities is required. We request your patience as we work to support the “new normal.”



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

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