New mask policy takes effect Monday

Dear Rowan Students:

During the past few weeks, Gov. Murphy rescinded several COVID-19 executive orders, allowing the University to move forward with planning for a full return of our students and employees. As of June 14, the following changes will be implemented.

• Students and employees are no longer required to wear masks outside, whether or not they are vaccinated. 
  
  
• Vaccinated students no longer will be required to wear masks indoors, if they have provided proof of vaccination through the student vaccine incentive forms. 
  
  
• Unvaccinated students must wear a mask at all times when indoors. Unvaccinated individuals will be asked to participate in regular testing as density increases toward the end of summer. The Office of the Dean of Students will manage student compliance.  

People may choose to wear a mask indoors or outdoors, even if vaccinated. Members of our community and our guests must be permitted to do so without being harassed or bullied.

University employees may ask if a student is vaccinated, but they may not ask why one is not. Asking why a person is not vaccinated may be a violation of disability discrimination laws.

Please read Student Guide for Summer and Fall 2021 for additional details, such as:

• Vaccination incentive program
• Opting out of getting vaccinated
• Mandatory testing
• Health surveillance
• Housing reopening plan
• Student success/support

Thank you for your continued support and care for each other’s well-being.

Respectfully,

Kevin S. Koett, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students
deanofstudents@rowan.edu