A student at the University of North Georgia's Gainesville campus has been diagnosed with tuberculosis, and university officials said some free health department screenings will be offered next week.
The student is receiving medical treatment off campus, officials said.
The screenings will be offered for students, faculty and staff that university officials know might have had contact with the infected student through mutual classes or activities.
That affects approximately 250 people out of 7,000 students, faculty and staff, according to Kate Maine, University of North Georgia Associate Vice President of Communications.
"Anyone who just had casual contact with the student would not be at risk," said Maine in a phone interview.
No other campuses at UNG are affected.
"If you have not received individual notification, your risk of exposure is minimal and you do not require screening," an email sent to students and staff reads.
"While the risk of becoming infected with TB is low, UNG is taking every precaution to ensure our campus community is safe."
University officials said they received notification of the student's diagnosis this week.
Students are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Affairs, the Student Health Services office or the Department of Public Health if they have any concerns.
