Health & Safety
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We all have a responsibility to follow safety measures to help keep ourselves and members of the entire UMD community safe and healthy.
Students, Faculty, Staff and Affiliates Coming to Campus
Check your status for coming to campus anytime at return.umd.edu. You will see if there are any steps you need to complete.
- Vaccinations are required for all students, faculty, staff and affiliates who will be on campus for the 2021-2022 academic year, and must be completed no later than August 2, 2021. See vaccination requirements.
- Depending on your vaccination status, you may need to be tested for COVID-19 and attest your results. See testing requirements.
If You Are Fully Vaccinated:
If you are fully vaccinated, you:
- will not have to wear a mask in most situations (but are welcome to if you choose).
- will not need to be tested regularly.
- will not need to quarantine if you come into contact with a positive individual, unless you have symptoms of COVID-19.
If you are vaccinated but have not yet confirmed your status with the University, please visit return.umd.edu.
If You Are Unvaccinated:
If you are unvaccinated, regardless of exemption status, you:
- are required to wear a mask indoors at all times and while outdoors in crowded spaces.
- are required to sign a memorandum acknowledging the health risks of being unvaccinated.
- are required to comply with regular, twice-a-week on-campus COVID-19 testing.
Special Health Conditions
If you have been told by your physician or healthcare provider that you have a weakened immune system, you may need to continue to take precautions to maximally protect yourself when you return to the campus, regardless of your vaccination status. We encourage you to consult with your physician for additional guidance.
Visitors Coming to Campus
When Masks Are Required for the UMD Community
Masks are required in the following situations even if you are fully vaccinated:
- On public transportation (including Shuttle-UM and school buses)
- While participating in activities involving K-12 students (such as in summer camps, daycare, etc.)
- While obtaining healthcare services (including COVID-19 testing at the Stamp Student Union)
If you are NOT fully vaccinated you must also wear a mask in all public indoor spaces and at all crowded outdoor spaces. You are strongly encouraged to wear a mask at all times for your own protection.
If a staff or faculty member does not comply with masking, testing or any other health and safety requirements, progressive discipline will be implemented, up to and including termination. Those who are fully vaccinated may choose to wear a mask if they wish to at other times, too, and we ask that all members of the UMD community respect everyone who wishes to do so.
Wear your mask effectively
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Check the fit. Your mask should:
- Fit snugly against your face;
- Cover your nose, mouth and chin;
- Have at least two layers (multiple layers of fabric or a disposable mask under a cloth mask); and
- Allow you to see and breathe easily.
- Keep it clean: Reusable face masks should be washed regularly. Having multiple masks on hand ensures you can rotate as needed. Throw away a disposable mask after wearing it once. Don’t share your masks with others.
- Learn more from the CDC: Improve How Your Mask Protects You
return.umd.edu Portal Vaccines Testing
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