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Health & Safety Practices

The health and safety of everyone at DePaul depend on the cooperation of all who come to campus. By taking care of yourself, you protect the entire community.

DePaul’s COVID-19 response plans are based on the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Chicago Department of Public Health and the university’s medical advisor from AMITA Health.

The following mandatory protocols must be followed by DePaul students, faculty and staff at all times on both campuses.

COVID-19 vaccine

For fall, students in all degree programs, as well as faculty and staff, will be required to be vaccinated.
To submit proof of vaccination, students should follow the instructions detailed on the immunization webpage.
Everyone at DePaul is encouraged to be vaccinated as soon as possible in the spirit of caring for each other and our surrounding community.

Face masks

Everyone on campus—regardless of vaccination status—is required to wear a face mask indoors. Masks may be removed if individuals are alone in an office with the door closed.
Face masks remain optional outdoors.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers guidance on the use of masks by the general public.
If anyone needs a face mask, disposable paper masks will be available at a limited number of first-floor desk areas near building entrances.

Physical distancing

In keeping with City of Chicago guidance, individuals who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 are expected to maintain distance and wear a face mask at all times.

Personal hygiene

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available. Up to 700 sanitation stands are available throughout both campuses.

Personal care

Use the #CampusClear app to self-screen each time you plan to come to campus.
Stay home if you are sick.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Online training

All members of the DePaul community must complete the Health and Safety Guidelines for Returning to Campus training.
This 20-minute online training is required even if you have already been on campus or do not currently plan to return to campus.
Contact training@depaul.edu with any questions or issues.

Health & Safety Pledge

By taking these steps to care for yourself, you show your care for everyone at DePaul.
Committed to the pledge and completed the training? Spread the word with our social graphics.

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