The D.C. Department of Health is investigating the Howard-related case and declined to answer questions about how the individual contracted covid-19. The university has been advised that the chances others at the event contracted the virus are low, said Wayne A.I. ADADOfficials at AU have been planning for such a situation, said David Reitman, medical director of the school’s Student Health Center. AD“Given that Howard’s commencement activities garner crowds of thousands and the numerous elders and children regularly in attendance, we will cancel the event to avoid the potential for additional virus spread, which would be problematic,” Frederick said. George Washington University officials on Monday said graduation will not be held in person.

Source: Washington Post March 17, 2020 01:18 UTC