Testing is a work obligation for both hourly and salaried employees who work on campus and are not vaccinated. If an employee needs to make a trip to campus to test in order to be …
Campus policy
What is campus guidance on sick policies?
As campus begins to reunite, pre-pandemic sick policies and protocols are now in effect; however, there are options for leave related to COVID-19. Because the pandemic continues, affecting at greater levels those who are unvaccinated, the transition back …
If an employee stays home to prevent the spread of illness but feels well enough to work, can they work remotely?
Employees are strongly encouraged to use their sick leave, rather than work remotely, so that they can rest and recover from illness. However, if you have a need to work (e.g., urgent deadline) and you feel …
What is the fall semester requirement for testing on campus?
Effective August 30, employees and students who have not shared proof of COVID-19 vaccination with UHS will be required to test weekly on campus. Those who are required to test weekly but fail to do …
What is the current requirement for mask wearing on campus?
All students, employees and visitors to campus are required to wear masks when inside campus buildings, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status. Residence halls: Residents and visitors are expected to wear a face-covering at all times …
Can an instructor require face masks in the classroom?
Yes, masks are required in indoor instructional settings. Students who can wear a face covering but refuse to do so should be asked to leave the building. Any absence from class due to refusal to …
Although I am fully vaccinated, I have a health condition (or a member of my household has a health condition) that puts me (them) at greater risk of serious illness if I (they) contract COVID. I’m not comfortable being around unmasked people unless I know they are fully vaccinated. What can I do?
All students, employees and visitors to campus are required to wear masks when inside campus buildings. Please be aware that a majority of employees and students have already received at least one shot and many are fully vaccinated. If you …
What will happen to students and employees who refuse to wear face coverings or otherwise follow public health measures?
Masks are a remarkably simple and effective tool to help control the spread of COVID-19. We expect everyone on campus – students, faculty, staff and visitors – to follow the reasonable and research-based measures we …
Can employees, graduate students or undergraduate students travel for academics or business?
Employees, graduate students, and undergraduates traveling for in-person business, research or instructional field activities no longer need prior approval for domestic travel within the contiguous United States as well as Alaska and Hawaii. However, International …