The University continues to assess and update our safety protocols based on public health guidance.
Beginning March 14:
- The indoor mask requirement remains in effect through April 30, with the exceptions listed below. We hope that as of May 1 masks will be optional in most campus spaces. Corktown, Riverfront and Aquinas campuses may have alternative dates depending on final examination schedules.
- Employees and students have the option to wear surgical masks, KN95 equivalent masks or cloth masks.
- Faculty are permitted to wear clear face shields during instruction.
- KN95 masks are available for individuals who are immunocompromised or otherwise vulnerable.
- Guidance for University-sponsored events can be found at https://www.udmercy.edu/coronavirus/events.php. Some university-sponsored events may have a mask optional protocol.
- Updated Athletics Policy: Masks are optional but highly recommended for all indoor sporting events or when visiting Calihan Hall. There will also be limited concessions for all on-campus events.
- Masks are optional in the following locations: Residence Halls and the McNichols Campus Fitness Center.
We ask everyone to be aware that our University community has individuals who are vulnerable to severe illness or are caring for vulnerable individuals. Their safety is a serious concern and taking care of those who are susceptible is a true reflection of who we are as a Mercy and Jesuit University.
We anticipate the following steps beginning on May 1:
- Individuals may continue to wear a mask, based on preference or risk.
- The University will return to mask requirements if necessary based on local and campus infection rates.
- Individual faculty may require masks in classes and, if so, this information will be included on course syllabi.
- The School of Dentistry and College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing and departments and units that interact with patients or clients may require masks.
- Employees may require masks in their office areas.
Please take advantage of safe and effective strategies to prevent the spread of illness in our University Community:
- Get vaccinated and boosted and stay up to date on your COVID-19 and other vaccinations. https://vaccinefinder.org
- Get tested if you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19.
- Stay away from others if you are not feeling well or have tested positive for COVID-19. If you test positive, submit a COVID referral form and contact your doctor immediately about treatment options. https://udmercy.edu/covidreferral
Thank you for your extensive efforts in keeping Detroit Mercy safe and for helping us to meet the challenges of the pandemic as Titans Together!