Wearing Face Coverings and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Your safety is our first priority!
With the health and safety of our entire community in mind, students, staff and faculty are required to be vaccinated to be on campus and masks are required indoors in campus buildings. These requirements are in line with CDC guidance.
These safety protocols allow us to gather together on campus for in-person learning, events and activities, enhancing the Valiant experience this year.
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Masks are required for everyone in public spaces and group settings. This includes classrooms, conference rooms, in meetings and at events, and on public transportation to and from the College.
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Masks must cover the nose and mouth and fit snugly, but comfortably, against the face.
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In dining areas masks will be required, except for those seated and eating.
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Masks will not be required in individual offices or in the residence halls.
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College policy regarding masks or other preventative measures related to COVID-19 may change in response to directives from the state or county health departments.
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Regardless of vaccination status, you may require masking in an office or in situations involving close contact.
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Community members who have been granted a vaccine exemption and are not vaccinated must mask at all times indoors. Only those who have a need to know of these exemptions will be notified by the College, to ensure compliance.
There is no college wide requirement to mask while outdoors, as being outdoors has been shown to be quite safe because of the airflow.
As long as the weather permits, classes and other events may be held outdoors without requiring masks.