Individuals can request that another person wear a mask in a 1:1 setting, however, they may not require them to wear a mask.Ìý
Individuals can request that another person wear a mask, however, they may not require them to wear a mask.
The campus mask-optional protocol applies to these groups.
In a mask-optional environment, you may request that students wear a mask. You may also choose to wear a mask for your own protection. You may not require students to wear a mask or ask them to leave if they choose not to wear a mask.Ìý
In a mask-optional environment, campus groups can recommend that participants wear a mask but cannot require it.Ìý Off campus groups renting space on campus may choose to implement their own requirements.Ìý If an off-campus group requires masks, they would be responsible for enforcing that requirement.
In a mask-optional environment, individuals, including visitors to campus, make their own determination to wear a mask based on their comfort level.Ìý
In a mask-optional environment, individuals, including visitors to campus, make their own determination to wear a mask based on their comfort level. Unvaccinated individuals are encouraged, but not required, to wear masks.ÌýMasks may continue to be required for unvaccinated individuals in particular settings, such as a medical facility, under state or local public health orders.
Professors, instructorsÌýand individual offices may request that masks be worn but may not require them.
Masks are not required, however, individuals may choose to wear them.
We will continue to track the evolution of this disease and work with campus, local and state health officials to ensure we are making the decisions that best protect our community.
In particular, we would consider the transmission pattern of new variants, hospitalization rates and capacity of local hospitals in helping to make such a decision.Ìý
As detailed in the March 3, 2022 Academic Instruction Guidance, office hours may be held in person or remotely, at the discretion of the instructor. TAs, consult with the instructor of record for the class about mode and location for your office hours.