Facial Covering

How will the cloth face coverings be distributed?

Revised July 6, 2020

Cloth face coverings will be distributed in mid/late July.  Department Managers will determine how to best distribute cloth face coverings to faculty and staff. 

Will the police be given the authority to interrupt large social gatherings?

The university policy department responds to criminal activity and will not be involved in compliance.  If repeated violation of facial covering or social distancing policy results in a no trespass order, the university policy department support managing that order.

How do I approach someone about wearing a mask?

HR has created a helpful infographic on how to approach individuals not wearing masks and the Provost's office has developed some scripts you can use to engage students and colleagues.

If an individual is a repeat offender or engages in egregious behavior, please report them using the Just Report It system.

What do I do if a student is not complying with social distancing/wearing a mask? Can I remove them from the class?

Revised August 24

It is important to establish clear expectations that align with the University’s public health measures; the easiest way is by adding them to your syllabus. Here are some ideas and options should someone refuse to comply with University policy:

Can I meet with students in my office?

We encourage you to limit in person meetings, meeting virtually when practical. In-person meetings may be scheduled outdoors, or in conference rooms. You may meet with students in your office. However, your office will need to be arranged to allow six feet social distancing, all attendees should wear face coverings while meeting, you should wear a face covering if in your office during the three hours prior to any meetings, and you should wipe shared surfaces with sanitizer prior to meeting.

What do I do if someone is not complying with University expectations in the classroom?

It is important to establish clear expectations that align with the University’s public health measures; the easiest way is by adding them to your syllabus. Here are some ideas and options should someone refuse to comply with University policy:

Can I teach outdoors instead of in a classroom?

Updated August 13, 2020

Online Courses 

Online courses cannot have class in person and cannot hold class outdoors. They can host occasional in person meetings, office hours, etc, but cannot require attendance and must offer an alternative for remote students.  

In Person Courses 

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