Public health officials are almost sure that Lauren Jones, the UO freshman who died Tuesday, had meningococcemia. Vice President for Student Life Robin Holmes sent an email to students at 1 p.m. on Friday that detailed plans to begin administering vaccinations on a large scale. The effort will begin during the first week of March.

The email said students can expect more details in the coming days. The University Health Center is currently vaccinating students upon request.

“Plans are in place to have additional clinical staff support next week to continue to meet the needs of our community until the larger event can occur,” Holmes wrote. “The health of our students, faculty and staff is a priority and we will keep you posted as information becomes available.”

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