SeeCDC guidance. 
They may have forgotten to put it on, or they may not have realized they would be around others. I lost my COVID-19 vaccination card. Public Relations & Strategic Communications. Click here to request signage in campus buildings. If you test positive, please begin self-isolating immediately. College of Engineering doctoral student Rollie Mills (NSF Graduate Fellow and first author of the article), and undergraduate students Ronald Vogler, Matthew Bernard and Jacob Concolino contributed extensively to the project. I am meeting with studentsin my small office, and I do not know ifthey arevaccinated.
We will move as quickly as possible to update COVID-related websites and signage throughout the campus to reflect this policy change. Incidence rates of the virus in Fayette County and throughout much of the Commonwealth have been declining precipitously in recent weeks. Per the CDC, an exposure isdefinedonlyassomeone who has had direct contact with a positive case and is not vaccinated. Yes, click here to view testing locations and hours. UK no longer requires a destination-specific review and approval process for UK-endorsed faculty and staff international travel.
You should first receive a text message, letting you know that your test results are ready, as long as we have a cell phone number on file for you and you have not opted out of receiving texting notifications. Why are symptomatic studentsinstructedto go to University Health Service rather than the other testing locations? Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. We recommend taking enhanced precautions in shared common spaces during the quarantine period. What can I ask of people who come into my office or other private meeting spaces forin-person interaction?
Masks are required for all individuals in classrooms, irrespective of vaccination status, during classes. ContactUKHealth Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor859-218-SAFE (7233). For more details including in-person, virtual and group visits, go tovisit.uky.edu. Contact UKs office of International Health, Safety & Security atihss@uky.eduor 859-218-4961 for more information on these review and approval processes. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Bhattacharyya, known to friends and colleagues as DB, along with collaborators across disciplines at UK, received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to create the material. This issue is no different. The information is not HIPAA-protected, but it does fall within the federal and state constitutional rights of privacy. What should I do if I am feeling sickor am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19(even if I have received the vaccine)? The UK community has a proven track record of complying with policies designed to keep each other safe and respectfully encouraging compliance among friends, peers and colleagues. For people who are unvaccinated or are more than six months out from their second mRNA dose (or more than two months after the J&J vaccine) and not yet boosted, CDC now recommends quarantine for five days followed by strict mask use for an additional five days. That flexibility and continued vigilance gives us the capacity to pivot if necessary in terms of strengthening or relaxing policies and procedures should the need arise at any point. Because of the high levels of success we saw with fall 2021 policies and given the ongoing volatility of the virus the university has continued these policies during the spring 2022 semester. At the center of these efforts is Health Corps, the hub for UKs contact tracing, testing, screening and other COVID-19 support services.
If you receive your booster from a non-UK provider. International visitors to campus are permitted.
Students also have the option of returning to their permanent residences during their isolation or quarantine periods. Masks or face coverings should cover the mouth and nose, and they should: To safely remove, grasp the mask by the ties or ear loops, and be careful not to touch eyes, nose, and mouth. This includes all visitors, vendors, third-party contractors, etc. President Capilouto announced in an email to campus in May that, in partnership with department and unit managers, staff should begin transitioning to on-site work July 1, with a few exceptions for areas with work needs that require staff to return sooner. All individuals, irrespective of vaccine status,are required towear masks when they are in private offices/suites and conference/meeting rooms where more than one person is gathered. At the same time, mechanisms are in place to address noncompliance. For performing arts classes music, dance and theatre masks are optional during performance situations (whether lessons, labs or performances). Per the CDC, high-contact exposuresare defined asindividuals who have direct contact with positive cases.
Supervisors are expected to communicate with employees about the indoor masking policy, as they would communicate any other university policy. Alternatively, individuals can contact Health Corps or reach out to their health care provider directly. In the last two years, Forbes has named UK among the best employers for diversity, and INSIGHT into Diversity recognized us as a Diversity Champion four years running. Ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all members of our community has always been our top priority. The daily wellness screening is atool to connect students, faculty and staff with resources and support should they be affected by COVID-19. Here are some tips related to having conversations about masks: First, assume the bestofyourpeers. Masks are still required in classrooms during classes, private offices and meeting rooms, research and classroom laboratories, and healthcare facilities. Its a behavior issue that you must address, as a supervisor, with Employee Relations, as with any other situation. Below are some tips for navigating conversations related to mask-wearing.
Community membersshould approach these conversations with respect. Masks are not required for anyone outdoors. What should I do? All individuals, regardless of vaccination status, must wear masks in shared office spaces, cubicles and other common working spaces. If you are within six feet of someone who has tested positive for more than 15 minutes total in a day, you are considered an exposure. In the case of faculty, theindividual'ssupervisor will most often be a department chair or college dean. What do I do if my employee refuses to wear a mask in a common area or gathering space? The data are protected, are available to only those who have access to this database for the purpose of monitoring compliance and are subject to the consent statement you agree to at the time of submission. After day five, they may leave isolation and continue to mask around othersfor five daysif they have been fever-free for 24 hours without the aid of fever-reducing medication and all other symptoms are improving. How do I know my personal health information is protected? What do I do if I am fully vaccinated, but I developsymptomsafter being exposed to COVID-19? Health Corps is here to support you while you are in isolation. Masks are not required if a vaccinated individual is alone in a private office space.
At this time, masks are required in classrooms during classes, private offices and conference rooms, laboratories and health care facilities, regardless of vaccination status. You can schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment here. UK HealthCare joins other hospitals in the state as well as nearly 60 major medical organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Nurses Association, which have called for mandatory vaccination of health careworkers. As of March 9, masks are optional in all common indoor spaces regardless of vaccination status. Signage will reflect current policies: that masks are optional in common areas across campus, and mandatory in classrooms during classes, private offices and conference rooms, laboratories and UK HealthCare facilities. Where can those outside Fayette County go? What resources and support are available to me if I am instructed to quarantine or isolate? All Individuals: Vaccinated or Unvaccinated. Specifically, university-approved excused absences means that faculty may not penalize a student for missing class and must accept assignments late that are a result of those excused absences. Regardless of vaccination status, individuals who test positive should isolate for five days. You may also have items delivered to the front desk (groceries, fast food, amazon packages, etc.). Unvaccinated employees who are entirely remote must: 1) Make sure the work address listed in their myUK profile is not a campus address. However, if they move away from the plexiglass, they should wear a mask. For all individuals, irrespective of vaccine status, masks are optional in indoor common spaces. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Lets make sure we follow the mask requirements. If you have misplaced your officialCOVID-19vaccinationdocumentationand were vaccinated by UK, you may visit one of the UK Retail Pharmacies currently offering COVID-19 vaccines to request a new record. If the positive trajectory of the virus continues, our hope is to expand the mask optional policy throughout the campus not including health-care facilities and settings following commencement ceremonies in May. On-campus employees are critical to returning to a more vibrant and residential campus. Additionally, masks provide another layer of protection, particularly when worn indoors. Those who are not up to date with their vaccinations and those who are unvaccinatedindividuals will have to quarantine.
Decisions regarding mask policy follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and consultation with our START team; student, faculty and staff leaders; health professionals; deans; and administrators, to balance options while continuing to ensure and prioritize the safety of our campus. Health Corps remains fully operational this fall. This community has, since the beginning of the pandemic, banded together to keep each other safe. Where do I send an employee who wants to be vaccinated? Below are some tips for navigating conversations related to mask-wearing. Its promising to the development new products that can protect against SARS-CoV-2 and a number of other human pathogenic viruses.. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257- 8758. What happens if a roommate is required to quarantine? For students who live on campus and decide to stay in the isolation facility, you will be provided with bedding, meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), trash pick-up, and laundry service. It points to the hope that we are beginning a new phase in the long battle against this virus moving from a pandemic to an illness that is endemic: something serious that is part of our lives but doesnt dominate seemingly every aspect of them. To help our campus, the team is regularly analyzing new evidence as it emerges, reflective of omicron, future variants and new vaccines and strategies. This includes numbers related to tests, such asthenumber of current COVID-19 cases, numberofrecovered COVID-19 cases, number of tests conducted, number of positive results, etc. Students, faculty and staff can and should continue to utilize the important services they provide. Thescreeningis another resource designed to promote the health and safety of the campus. LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 20, 2022) A team of University of Kentucky researchers led by College of Engineering Professor Dibakar Bhattacharyya, Ph.D., and his Ph.D. student, Rollie Mills, have developed a medical face mask membrane that can capture and deactivate the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein on contact. If a faculty memberwho is fully vaccinatedis teaching behind plexiglass, they do not need to wear a mask or face covering. If a colleague refuses to wear a mask after asking them to do so,refer them to their supervisor. A Health Corps team member will conduct a contact trace and issue an isolation order.
Tests are providedon UKs campusat no cost. Individuals visiting campus willbe requiredto follow campus mask policies, which include wearing face coverings in classes, private offices and conference rooms and healthcare facilities. If individuals are presenting behind plexiglass, they do not need to wear a mask or face covering. This innovation is another layer of protection against SARS-CoV-2 that can help prevent the virus from spreading, said DB, the director of UKs Center of Membrane Sciences. The CDC guidance indicates that masks should be optional as incidence rates decline along with hospitalization rates and increasing bed capacity at health care facilities. Allpersonal protectiveequipment, including hand sanitizer and plexiglass dividers, are being monitored andreplenishedas necessary.
Is the Visitor Center conducting campus visits, and what are the rules associated with those services? The University of Kentuckyutilizesa self-reporting tool where community membersprovideverification of vaccinationstatus.
Our employees come from all over the state and are testing in different places. Importantly, even if you have received the vaccine, you should still use the screening as a tool to receive support from Health Corps, should you develop symptoms. In general, people are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second doseofa WHO-authorized vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or the Novavax 2-dose series or 2 weeks after a WHO authorized single-dose vaccine, such astheJohnson & Johnsonvaccine. Event planners can work with the events management team for alternate locations. Health Corps is here to support you while you are in quarantine. They can also contact, Irrespective ofvaccinationstatus, any student who tests positive for COVID-19 at a non-UK site is requiredby the Code of Student Conductto report that to UK Health Corps via the. You may also use. Classrooms will be cleaned once daily.
See, . Masks, though, must be worn in classes when not performing. However, if the faculty member moves away from the plexiglass, theyshouldwear a mask. Studiescontinue to show that the vaccines protect against serious illness. As an employee, what are my options if a child or someone I am caring for is exposed to COVID-19 andisrequired tostayhome? UK no longer requires a destination-specific review and approval process for UK-endorsed faculty and staff international travel. Departments hosting visitors should contact UK Health Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor 859-218-SAFE for up-to-date guidance about COVID testing, quarantine requirements (if any), vaccines, and onboarding for these visitors. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. With our efforts to be back in person, we return to the guidelines set out in our routine academic policies, as communicated to the faculty by the Senate Council Chair [August 2, 2021] https://www.uky.edu/universitysenate/acadpolicy#Excused. We trust our community to comply with these measureswhich are in place to protect everyones health and safety. Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Sport Psychology Professor Receives National Teaching Excellence Award, UK HDI Staff Lead the Conversation on the Meaning of Disability Pride, Boyz II Men to Compete on 'Celebrity Family Feud' For UK's Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, University of Kentucky providing support to Eastern Kentucky after severe flooding, Its Been Life-changing UK Patient Finds Relief With Embolization Procedure. We are ranked among the top 10 percent of public institutions for research expenditures a tangible symbol of our breadth and depth as a university focused on discovery that changes lives and communities. We have come together as a community at each critical juncture throughout the pandemic. Masks are optional in common areas across campus with a few exceptions. Residence halls arereturning to traditional occupancy levels. Individuals who have received their booster shot do not need to quarantine following an exposure, but should wear a mask for 10 days after the exposure. What is the guidance/policy for faculty if theyre exposed/sick (canceling class, moving class online, etc.)? External suppliers should only be used when filling out an exception request and sending it toUKPurchasing@uky.edu, before the purchase is made. UK has published a dashboard of data related to COVID-19 on campus. At this time, masks are optional in all common spaces of indoor facilities. Individuals mayinstructothers to wear masks in their offices. These staff, which include contact tracers, wellness connectors, academic coordinators and others,provide resources, guidance and other support to members of the UK community. At each step, we pledge to communicate with the campus clearly and transparently. What information is available to me regarding the rates of COVID-19 infection on campus? If a vaccinated individual tests positive for COVID-19, they will be subject to standard contact tracing and isolation protocols. How do I get a new one? All event planners, from across the UK campus, should, as they have in the past, coordinate with the Office of University Events to ensure their event protocols align with university policies. At the same time, mechanisms are in place to address noncompliance. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. Anything you submit in the self-report tool is entered into a secure database built for the purpose of maintaining compliance with UK's COVID policies. Importantly, vaccines remain our best and most important defense against the virus. Faculty and staff traveling internationally with students, and individual students on UK-endorsed international travel, including on Education Abroad programs, continue to be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis in alignment with UK Administrative Regulation 4:9. This review and approval process should be initiated no later than 6 weeks before the planned departure date. You should get tested for COVID-19about five days after exposureand self-quarantine while you wait on the results. Kind support from colleagues is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. If you were not vaccinated at UK, you will need to contact thecompany or organization that vaccinated you to request a new copy of your documentation. UK is ranked among the top 30 campuses in the nation for LGBTQ* inclusion and safety. There isacurrent requirementthat travelers who are not U.S. citizens or green card holders entering the U.S. by air from any part of the worldmustprovide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. We encourage you to take precautions in your own spaces,including regular hand washing and sanitizing of high touch areas in your privateworkspace. If you are feeling ill with COVID-19 symptoms, it is recommended that you get a test and self-quarantine while you wait on the results. What if I do and they refuse? We trust our community to comply with these measures, which are in place to protect everyones health and safety. Your results will then be sent to your UKY email address (regardless of what you used for your appointment registration) from UK Health Corps. PCR tests are available at no cost. Kind support from community membersis one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Does a faculty member or instructor teaching behind plexiglass still need to wear a mask? We plan for indoor public spaces to remain available for reservation of use with stipulation such as no bake sales/distribution of food. Please wear a mask when you come to into the classroom. Can I ask people if theyve had the vaccine? The institution will provide parameters for on- or off-campus events that are indoors. Registered Student Organization and Sponsored Student Organization (RSOs and SSOs) events will continue to track attendance for contact tracing purposes. If the positive trajectory of the virus continues, our hope is to expand the mask optional policy throughout the campus not including health-care facilities and settings following commencement ceremonies in May. Noncompliant students can be reported to the Office of Student Conduct. We will continue, as a priority, a return to safe and normal operations. More information about Education Abroad programs is availablehere. The rooms include a refrigerator and a microwave. The underlying factors the institutionuses to maintaintheoverallhealth and well-beingof thecampus andrespond to COVID-19 rates, as well as ouroperational status,include: Vaccination rates among the UK community. Anyone who was extended an offer for employment at UK on or after October 18, 2021 is required to be vaccinated or have an approved exemption. Recognizing the variability of mask policies across the state, Cooperative Extension employees should follow the mask policies consistent with their county government policy. These absences are considered excused under university policy. Face shields should only be used while lecturing. For people who are unvaccinated or are more than six months out from their second mRNA dose (or more than two months after the J&J vaccine) and not yet boosted, CDC now recommends quarantine for five days followed by strict mask use for an additional five days. Individuals who have received their booster shot do not need to quarantine following an exposure, but should wear a mask for 10 days after the exposure. DBs team included J. Todd Hastings, Ph.D., Thomas Dziubla, Ph.D., and Kevin Baldridge, Ph.D. from the College of Engineering;Yinan Wei, Ph.D., a former professor in the College of Arts and Sciences Department of Chemistry;and Lou Hersh, Ph.D., in the College of Medicines Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. This may include both vaccinated and unvaccinated students. Students can make their own personal decisions regarding their privatelivingspaces. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. As always, and especially while waiting, please consult current CDC guidelines, review our spring guide and contact UK Health Corps with any questions. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Please wear a mask when you come to myroom. Once Health Corps has connected with you, you will be offered a room in the isolation facility if you live on campus. First, assume the best in theperson. Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Office areas will have buckets with cleaning supplies for general use. These travelers are strongly encouraged to consult with UKs office ofInternational Student & Scholar Servicesbefore traveling abroad for any purpose. More information about Education Abroad programs is available, Students and employees who are not U.S. citizens or green card holders traveling internationally may be subject to additional immigration review upon returning to the U.S. The UK Supply Center currently has a significant supply of the following items available for departmental ordering: Departments can order needed items through the UK Supply Center online catalog available via theirwebsite. Vaccines remain our best and most important defense against the virus. The capacity for isolation and quarantining. This is another opportunity, at another important moment, to come together again. takenone daypreceding their departure fromanothercountry. No. Does the university have a policy in place for falsified vaccine cards or records? What are the masking requirements for outdoor events and spaces? Masks are also still mandatory in private offices/suites and conference/meeting rooms where more than one person is gathered. However, if the faculty member moves away from the plexiglass, theyshouldwear a mask. As contact tracers, wellness connectors, academic coordinators and more, UK Health Corps staff have undergone extensive training, allowing us to make it as easy as possible to be safe on our campus. Beginning on March 9, UK will make the following adjustments to its mask policy: We are making this move in accordance with new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and after consultation with our START team; student, faculty and staff leaders; health professionals; deans; and administrators, to balance options while continuing to ensure and prioritize the safety of our campus. Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching. University approved excused absences policies will be honored. All policies and procedures related to vaccination status are monitored through Health Corps to protect individuals right to privacy regarding their vaccination status. As in the past, the following guiding principles will serve as the foundation of our COVID-19 policies. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Its my understanding that masks are required inoffice/cubiclespaces. We are in this together. These will allow for greater capacity and attendance than in fall 2020. University Health Service(UHS, the student health clinic)isspecificallyequipped to serve a symptomatic population. Arespeakersor presentersatlarge functions required towear a mask? Are there any anticipated guidelines that may impact the indoor dining experience (e.g., plexiglass at all locations; reduced seating per table, etc.)? Noncompliant students will be referred to theOffice of Student Conduct. Faculty members are encouraged to remind students of these requirements on the first day of class. What is UK Health Corpsand is itstill operational? The team developed the membrane, which was fabricated through an existing collaboration with a large-scale membrane manufacturer. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. Departments can order needed items through the UK Supply Center online catalog available via the website. Wash your face covering in a washing machine after each use, and wash your hands after removing from your face. SARS-CoV-2 is covered in spike proteins, which allow the virus to enter host cells once in the body. If an employee refuses to wear a mask after they have been asked to do so, refer them to their supervisor. Testing Available at No Cost for all UK Students and Employees (Faculty and Staff). Faculty may assign make-up work in a manner that best fits the nature of the course as they have designed it. Can I ask other students to wear a mask if they come into my roomor if we are gathering in a common area? Completed the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine over 6 months ago and are not boosted, Completed the primary series of J&J over two months ago and are not boosted. At this time, masks are required in private offices regardless of vaccination status. If any alterations are deemed appropriate accommodations, the DRC Consultant will work collaboratively with the student and the faculty member to determine the possibility or ability to provide the accommodation. If a student refuses to wear a mask in common areas or gathering spaces, we encourage you to reach out to the Office of Student Conduct. In addition to proof of vaccination, air travelers entering the U.S. must showresults of a negative coronavirus testtakenone daypreceding their departure fromanothercountry.
Plexiglass will still be placed throughout the dining areas. Now, we are ready to move once again this time, to modify in significant ways the mandatory mask policy that has been in place indoors on our campus this academic year. In the fall, the university community demonstrated a remarkable commitment to the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff and extended UK family. They may have forgotten to put it on, or they may not have realized they would be around others. International travel for purely personal reasons (e.g., vacations) should not be registered. Event planners can work with the events management team for alternate locations. Instructions for how to schedule a vaccine appointment, as well as information related to locations andhours of operation, can be found. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Please wear a mask when you come tomy office/cubicle. If a student needs to isolate or self-quarantine, they should contact UK Health Corps for additional guidance and wellness support. Masks, though, must be worn in classes when not performing. Stay home for five days. If we have an event planned in an indoor space, can we still plan on holding it there? Masks will beavailableat various locations across campus,including libraries, dining facilities, classrooms, etc. Event planners are encouraged to consider relocating to outdoor spaces, which are considered safer for large gatherings. You can contact Health Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor859-218-SAFE(7233). The team developed a membrane that includes proteolytic enzymes that attach to the protein spikes and deactivates them.
They may have forgotten to put it on, or they may not have realized they would be around others. I lost my COVID-19 vaccination card. Public Relations & Strategic Communications. Click here to request signage in campus buildings. If you test positive, please begin self-isolating immediately. College of Engineering doctoral student Rollie Mills (NSF Graduate Fellow and first author of the article), and undergraduate students Ronald Vogler, Matthew Bernard and Jacob Concolino contributed extensively to the project. I am meeting with studentsin my small office, and I do not know ifthey arevaccinated. We will move as quickly as possible to update COVID-related websites and signage throughout the campus to reflect this policy change. Incidence rates of the virus in Fayette County and throughout much of the Commonwealth have been declining precipitously in recent weeks. Per the CDC, an exposure isdefinedonlyassomeone who has had direct contact with a positive case and is not vaccinated. Yes, click here to view testing locations and hours. UK no longer requires a destination-specific review and approval process for UK-endorsed faculty and staff international travel.
You should first receive a text message, letting you know that your test results are ready, as long as we have a cell phone number on file for you and you have not opted out of receiving texting notifications. Why are symptomatic studentsinstructedto go to University Health Service rather than the other testing locations? Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. We recommend taking enhanced precautions in shared common spaces during the quarantine period. What can I ask of people who come into my office or other private meeting spaces forin-person interaction?
Masks are required for all individuals in classrooms, irrespective of vaccination status, during classes. ContactUKHealth Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor859-218-SAFE (7233). For more details including in-person, virtual and group visits, go tovisit.uky.edu. Contact UKs office of International Health, Safety & Security atihss@uky.eduor 859-218-4961 for more information on these review and approval processes. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Bhattacharyya, known to friends and colleagues as DB, along with collaborators across disciplines at UK, received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to create the material. This issue is no different. The information is not HIPAA-protected, but it does fall within the federal and state constitutional rights of privacy. What should I do if I am feeling sickor am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19(even if I have received the vaccine)? The UK community has a proven track record of complying with policies designed to keep each other safe and respectfully encouraging compliance among friends, peers and colleagues. For people who are unvaccinated or are more than six months out from their second mRNA dose (or more than two months after the J&J vaccine) and not yet boosted, CDC now recommends quarantine for five days followed by strict mask use for an additional five days. That flexibility and continued vigilance gives us the capacity to pivot if necessary in terms of strengthening or relaxing policies and procedures should the need arise at any point. Because of the high levels of success we saw with fall 2021 policies and given the ongoing volatility of the virus the university has continued these policies during the spring 2022 semester. At the center of these efforts is Health Corps, the hub for UKs contact tracing, testing, screening and other COVID-19 support services.
If you receive your booster from a non-UK provider. International visitors to campus are permitted.
Students also have the option of returning to their permanent residences during their isolation or quarantine periods. Masks or face coverings should cover the mouth and nose, and they should: To safely remove, grasp the mask by the ties or ear loops, and be careful not to touch eyes, nose, and mouth. This includes all visitors, vendors, third-party contractors, etc. President Capilouto announced in an email to campus in May that, in partnership with department and unit managers, staff should begin transitioning to on-site work July 1, with a few exceptions for areas with work needs that require staff to return sooner. All individuals, irrespective of vaccine status,are required towear masks when they are in private offices/suites and conference/meeting rooms where more than one person is gathered. At the same time, mechanisms are in place to address noncompliance. For performing arts classes music, dance and theatre masks are optional during performance situations (whether lessons, labs or performances). Per the CDC, high-contact exposuresare defined asindividuals who have direct contact with positive cases.
Supervisors are expected to communicate with employees about the indoor masking policy, as they would communicate any other university policy. Alternatively, individuals can contact Health Corps or reach out to their health care provider directly. In the last two years, Forbes has named UK among the best employers for diversity, and INSIGHT into Diversity recognized us as a Diversity Champion four years running. Ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all members of our community has always been our top priority. The daily wellness screening is atool to connect students, faculty and staff with resources and support should they be affected by COVID-19. Here are some tips related to having conversations about masks: First, assume the bestofyourpeers. Masks are still required in classrooms during classes, private offices and meeting rooms, research and classroom laboratories, and healthcare facilities. Its a behavior issue that you must address, as a supervisor, with Employee Relations, as with any other situation. Below are some tips for navigating conversations related to mask-wearing.
Community membersshould approach these conversations with respect. Masks are not required for anyone outdoors. What should I do? All individuals, regardless of vaccination status, must wear masks in shared office spaces, cubicles and other common working spaces. If you are within six feet of someone who has tested positive for more than 15 minutes total in a day, you are considered an exposure. In the case of faculty, theindividual'ssupervisor will most often be a department chair or college dean. What do I do if my employee refuses to wear a mask in a common area or gathering space? The data are protected, are available to only those who have access to this database for the purpose of monitoring compliance and are subject to the consent statement you agree to at the time of submission. After day five, they may leave isolation and continue to mask around othersfor five daysif they have been fever-free for 24 hours without the aid of fever-reducing medication and all other symptoms are improving. How do I know my personal health information is protected? What do I do if I am fully vaccinated, but I developsymptomsafter being exposed to COVID-19? Health Corps is here to support you while you are in isolation. Masks are not required if a vaccinated individual is alone in a private office space.
At this time, masks are required in classrooms during classes, private offices and conference rooms, laboratories and health care facilities, regardless of vaccination status. You can schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment here. UK HealthCare joins other hospitals in the state as well as nearly 60 major medical organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Nurses Association, which have called for mandatory vaccination of health careworkers. As of March 9, masks are optional in all common indoor spaces regardless of vaccination status. Signage will reflect current policies: that masks are optional in common areas across campus, and mandatory in classrooms during classes, private offices and conference rooms, laboratories and UK HealthCare facilities. Where can those outside Fayette County go? What resources and support are available to me if I am instructed to quarantine or isolate? All Individuals: Vaccinated or Unvaccinated. Specifically, university-approved excused absences means that faculty may not penalize a student for missing class and must accept assignments late that are a result of those excused absences. Regardless of vaccination status, individuals who test positive should isolate for five days. You may also have items delivered to the front desk (groceries, fast food, amazon packages, etc.). Unvaccinated employees who are entirely remote must: 1) Make sure the work address listed in their myUK profile is not a campus address. However, if they move away from the plexiglass, they should wear a mask. For all individuals, irrespective of vaccine status, masks are optional in indoor common spaces. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Lets make sure we follow the mask requirements. If you have misplaced your officialCOVID-19vaccinationdocumentationand were vaccinated by UK, you may visit one of the UK Retail Pharmacies currently offering COVID-19 vaccines to request a new record. If the positive trajectory of the virus continues, our hope is to expand the mask optional policy throughout the campus not including health-care facilities and settings following commencement ceremonies in May. On-campus employees are critical to returning to a more vibrant and residential campus. Additionally, masks provide another layer of protection, particularly when worn indoors. Those who are not up to date with their vaccinations and those who are unvaccinatedindividuals will have to quarantine.
Decisions regarding mask policy follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and consultation with our START team; student, faculty and staff leaders; health professionals; deans; and administrators, to balance options while continuing to ensure and prioritize the safety of our campus. Health Corps remains fully operational this fall. This community has, since the beginning of the pandemic, banded together to keep each other safe. Where do I send an employee who wants to be vaccinated? Below are some tips for navigating conversations related to mask-wearing. Its promising to the development new products that can protect against SARS-CoV-2 and a number of other human pathogenic viruses.. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257- 8758. What happens if a roommate is required to quarantine? For students who live on campus and decide to stay in the isolation facility, you will be provided with bedding, meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), trash pick-up, and laundry service. It points to the hope that we are beginning a new phase in the long battle against this virus moving from a pandemic to an illness that is endemic: something serious that is part of our lives but doesnt dominate seemingly every aspect of them. To help our campus, the team is regularly analyzing new evidence as it emerges, reflective of omicron, future variants and new vaccines and strategies. This includes numbers related to tests, such asthenumber of current COVID-19 cases, numberofrecovered COVID-19 cases, number of tests conducted, number of positive results, etc. Students, faculty and staff can and should continue to utilize the important services they provide. Thescreeningis another resource designed to promote the health and safety of the campus. LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 20, 2022) A team of University of Kentucky researchers led by College of Engineering Professor Dibakar Bhattacharyya, Ph.D., and his Ph.D. student, Rollie Mills, have developed a medical face mask membrane that can capture and deactivate the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein on contact. If a faculty memberwho is fully vaccinatedis teaching behind plexiglass, they do not need to wear a mask or face covering. If a colleague refuses to wear a mask after asking them to do so,refer them to their supervisor. A Health Corps team member will conduct a contact trace and issue an isolation order.
Tests are providedon UKs campusat no cost. Individuals visiting campus willbe requiredto follow campus mask policies, which include wearing face coverings in classes, private offices and conference rooms and healthcare facilities. If individuals are presenting behind plexiglass, they do not need to wear a mask or face covering. This innovation is another layer of protection against SARS-CoV-2 that can help prevent the virus from spreading, said DB, the director of UKs Center of Membrane Sciences. The CDC guidance indicates that masks should be optional as incidence rates decline along with hospitalization rates and increasing bed capacity at health care facilities. Allpersonal protectiveequipment, including hand sanitizer and plexiglass dividers, are being monitored andreplenishedas necessary.
Is the Visitor Center conducting campus visits, and what are the rules associated with those services? The University of Kentuckyutilizesa self-reporting tool where community membersprovideverification of vaccinationstatus.
Our employees come from all over the state and are testing in different places. Importantly, even if you have received the vaccine, you should still use the screening as a tool to receive support from Health Corps, should you develop symptoms. In general, people are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second doseofa WHO-authorized vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or the Novavax 2-dose series or 2 weeks after a WHO authorized single-dose vaccine, such astheJohnson & Johnsonvaccine. Event planners can work with the events management team for alternate locations. Health Corps is here to support you while you are in quarantine. They can also contact, Irrespective ofvaccinationstatus, any student who tests positive for COVID-19 at a non-UK site is requiredby the Code of Student Conductto report that to UK Health Corps via the. You may also use. Classrooms will be cleaned once daily.
See, . Masks, though, must be worn in classes when not performing. However, if the faculty member moves away from the plexiglass, theyshouldwear a mask. Studiescontinue to show that the vaccines protect against serious illness. As an employee, what are my options if a child or someone I am caring for is exposed to COVID-19 andisrequired tostayhome? UK no longer requires a destination-specific review and approval process for UK-endorsed faculty and staff international travel. Departments hosting visitors should contact UK Health Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor 859-218-SAFE for up-to-date guidance about COVID testing, quarantine requirements (if any), vaccines, and onboarding for these visitors. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. With our efforts to be back in person, we return to the guidelines set out in our routine academic policies, as communicated to the faculty by the Senate Council Chair [August 2, 2021] https://www.uky.edu/universitysenate/acadpolicy#Excused. We trust our community to comply with these measureswhich are in place to protect everyones health and safety. Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Sport Psychology Professor Receives National Teaching Excellence Award, UK HDI Staff Lead the Conversation on the Meaning of Disability Pride, Boyz II Men to Compete on 'Celebrity Family Feud' For UK's Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, University of Kentucky providing support to Eastern Kentucky after severe flooding, Its Been Life-changing UK Patient Finds Relief With Embolization Procedure. We are ranked among the top 10 percent of public institutions for research expenditures a tangible symbol of our breadth and depth as a university focused on discovery that changes lives and communities. We have come together as a community at each critical juncture throughout the pandemic. Masks are optional in common areas across campus with a few exceptions. Residence halls arereturning to traditional occupancy levels. Individuals who have received their booster shot do not need to quarantine following an exposure, but should wear a mask for 10 days after the exposure. What is the guidance/policy for faculty if theyre exposed/sick (canceling class, moving class online, etc.)? External suppliers should only be used when filling out an exception request and sending it toUKPurchasing@uky.edu, before the purchase is made. UK has published a dashboard of data related to COVID-19 on campus. At this time, masks are optional in all common spaces of indoor facilities. Individuals mayinstructothers to wear masks in their offices. These staff, which include contact tracers, wellness connectors, academic coordinators and others,provide resources, guidance and other support to members of the UK community. At each step, we pledge to communicate with the campus clearly and transparently. What information is available to me regarding the rates of COVID-19 infection on campus? If a vaccinated individual tests positive for COVID-19, they will be subject to standard contact tracing and isolation protocols. How do I get a new one? All event planners, from across the UK campus, should, as they have in the past, coordinate with the Office of University Events to ensure their event protocols align with university policies. At the same time, mechanisms are in place to address noncompliance. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. Anything you submit in the self-report tool is entered into a secure database built for the purpose of maintaining compliance with UK's COVID policies. Importantly, vaccines remain our best and most important defense against the virus. Faculty and staff traveling internationally with students, and individual students on UK-endorsed international travel, including on Education Abroad programs, continue to be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis in alignment with UK Administrative Regulation 4:9. This review and approval process should be initiated no later than 6 weeks before the planned departure date. You should get tested for COVID-19about five days after exposureand self-quarantine while you wait on the results. Kind support from colleagues is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. If you were not vaccinated at UK, you will need to contact thecompany or organization that vaccinated you to request a new copy of your documentation. UK is ranked among the top 30 campuses in the nation for LGBTQ* inclusion and safety. There isacurrent requirementthat travelers who are not U.S. citizens or green card holders entering the U.S. by air from any part of the worldmustprovide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. We encourage you to take precautions in your own spaces,including regular hand washing and sanitizing of high touch areas in your privateworkspace. If you are feeling ill with COVID-19 symptoms, it is recommended that you get a test and self-quarantine while you wait on the results. What if I do and they refuse? We trust our community to comply with these measures, which are in place to protect everyones health and safety. Your results will then be sent to your UKY email address (regardless of what you used for your appointment registration) from UK Health Corps. PCR tests are available at no cost. Kind support from community membersis one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Does a faculty member or instructor teaching behind plexiglass still need to wear a mask? We plan for indoor public spaces to remain available for reservation of use with stipulation such as no bake sales/distribution of food. Please wear a mask when you come to into the classroom. Can I ask people if theyve had the vaccine? The institution will provide parameters for on- or off-campus events that are indoors. Registered Student Organization and Sponsored Student Organization (RSOs and SSOs) events will continue to track attendance for contact tracing purposes. If the positive trajectory of the virus continues, our hope is to expand the mask optional policy throughout the campus not including health-care facilities and settings following commencement ceremonies in May. Noncompliant students can be reported to the Office of Student Conduct. We will continue, as a priority, a return to safe and normal operations. More information about Education Abroad programs is availablehere. The rooms include a refrigerator and a microwave. The underlying factors the institutionuses to maintaintheoverallhealth and well-beingof thecampus andrespond to COVID-19 rates, as well as ouroperational status,include: Vaccination rates among the UK community. Anyone who was extended an offer for employment at UK on or after October 18, 2021 is required to be vaccinated or have an approved exemption. Recognizing the variability of mask policies across the state, Cooperative Extension employees should follow the mask policies consistent with their county government policy. These absences are considered excused under university policy. Face shields should only be used while lecturing. For people who are unvaccinated or are more than six months out from their second mRNA dose (or more than two months after the J&J vaccine) and not yet boosted, CDC now recommends quarantine for five days followed by strict mask use for an additional five days. Individuals who have received their booster shot do not need to quarantine following an exposure, but should wear a mask for 10 days after the exposure. DBs team included J. Todd Hastings, Ph.D., Thomas Dziubla, Ph.D., and Kevin Baldridge, Ph.D. from the College of Engineering;Yinan Wei, Ph.D., a former professor in the College of Arts and Sciences Department of Chemistry;and Lou Hersh, Ph.D., in the College of Medicines Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. This may include both vaccinated and unvaccinated students. Students can make their own personal decisions regarding their privatelivingspaces. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. As always, and especially while waiting, please consult current CDC guidelines, review our spring guide and contact UK Health Corps with any questions. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Please wear a mask when you come to myroom. Once Health Corps has connected with you, you will be offered a room in the isolation facility if you live on campus. First, assume the best in theperson. Kind support is one of the best ways to help establish new habits. Office areas will have buckets with cleaning supplies for general use. These travelers are strongly encouraged to consult with UKs office ofInternational Student & Scholar Servicesbefore traveling abroad for any purpose. More information about Education Abroad programs is available, Students and employees who are not U.S. citizens or green card holders traveling internationally may be subject to additional immigration review upon returning to the U.S. The UK Supply Center currently has a significant supply of the following items available for departmental ordering: Departments can order needed items through the UK Supply Center online catalog available via theirwebsite. Vaccines remain our best and most important defense against the virus. The capacity for isolation and quarantining. This is another opportunity, at another important moment, to come together again. takenone daypreceding their departure fromanothercountry. No. Does the university have a policy in place for falsified vaccine cards or records? What are the masking requirements for outdoor events and spaces? Masks are also still mandatory in private offices/suites and conference/meeting rooms where more than one person is gathered. However, if the faculty member moves away from the plexiglass, theyshouldwear a mask. As contact tracers, wellness connectors, academic coordinators and more, UK Health Corps staff have undergone extensive training, allowing us to make it as easy as possible to be safe on our campus. Beginning on March 9, UK will make the following adjustments to its mask policy: We are making this move in accordance with new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and after consultation with our START team; student, faculty and staff leaders; health professionals; deans; and administrators, to balance options while continuing to ensure and prioritize the safety of our campus. Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching. University approved excused absences policies will be honored. All policies and procedures related to vaccination status are monitored through Health Corps to protect individuals right to privacy regarding their vaccination status. As in the past, the following guiding principles will serve as the foundation of our COVID-19 policies. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Its my understanding that masks are required inoffice/cubiclespaces. We are in this together. These will allow for greater capacity and attendance than in fall 2020. University Health Service(UHS, the student health clinic)isspecificallyequipped to serve a symptomatic population. Arespeakersor presentersatlarge functions required towear a mask? Are there any anticipated guidelines that may impact the indoor dining experience (e.g., plexiglass at all locations; reduced seating per table, etc.)? Noncompliant students will be referred to theOffice of Student Conduct. Faculty members are encouraged to remind students of these requirements on the first day of class. What is UK Health Corpsand is itstill operational? The team developed the membrane, which was fabricated through an existing collaboration with a large-scale membrane manufacturer. If the employee is a direct report, contact Employee Relations at 859-257-8758. Departments can order needed items through the UK Supply Center online catalog available via the website. Wash your face covering in a washing machine after each use, and wash your hands after removing from your face. SARS-CoV-2 is covered in spike proteins, which allow the virus to enter host cells once in the body. If an employee refuses to wear a mask after they have been asked to do so, refer them to their supervisor. Testing Available at No Cost for all UK Students and Employees (Faculty and Staff). Faculty may assign make-up work in a manner that best fits the nature of the course as they have designed it. Can I ask other students to wear a mask if they come into my roomor if we are gathering in a common area? Completed the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine over 6 months ago and are not boosted, Completed the primary series of J&J over two months ago and are not boosted. At this time, masks are required in private offices regardless of vaccination status. If any alterations are deemed appropriate accommodations, the DRC Consultant will work collaboratively with the student and the faculty member to determine the possibility or ability to provide the accommodation. If a student refuses to wear a mask in common areas or gathering spaces, we encourage you to reach out to the Office of Student Conduct. In addition to proof of vaccination, air travelers entering the U.S. must showresults of a negative coronavirus testtakenone daypreceding their departure fromanothercountry.
Plexiglass will still be placed throughout the dining areas. Now, we are ready to move once again this time, to modify in significant ways the mandatory mask policy that has been in place indoors on our campus this academic year. In the fall, the university community demonstrated a remarkable commitment to the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff and extended UK family. They may have forgotten to put it on, or they may not have realized they would be around others. International travel for purely personal reasons (e.g., vacations) should not be registered. Event planners can work with the events management team for alternate locations. Instructions for how to schedule a vaccine appointment, as well as information related to locations andhours of operation, can be found. Here are some ideas on what you can say to support healthy behaviors on campus: Please wear a mask when you come tomy office/cubicle. If a student needs to isolate or self-quarantine, they should contact UK Health Corps for additional guidance and wellness support. Masks, though, must be worn in classes when not performing. Stay home for five days. If we have an event planned in an indoor space, can we still plan on holding it there? Masks will beavailableat various locations across campus,including libraries, dining facilities, classrooms, etc. Event planners are encouraged to consider relocating to outdoor spaces, which are considered safer for large gatherings. You can contact Health Corps athealthcorps@uky.eduor859-218-SAFE(7233). The team developed a membrane that includes proteolytic enzymes that attach to the protein spikes and deactivates them.