Yeah , it is called the "Dormitory Disease" because it can spread among those who live in close proximity to each other.
It has been known to spread among school and professional sports teams as well
Interesting. Did not know that about Mumps. Looks like 3 Universities are involved so far.
Apparently many, if not all, of the effected kids were immunized in childhood. I was surprised so many became ill in spite of being vaccinated.