COVID-19 Vaccination and Masks

Effective July 1, 2024, COVID-19 vaccination (primary series and booster when eligible) is strongly recommended instead of required.

Vaccination for COVID-19 remains central to our public safety efforts. We strongly encourage all students, faculty and staff of Pomona College to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect yourselves and reduce the spread of the virus.

 

Vaccination

What are the College’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements?

Effective July 1, 2024, COVID-19 vaccination (primary series and booster when eligible) is strongly recommended instead of required.

Does the College recommend the new bivalent boosters?

We strongly encourage all students, faculty and staff of Pomona College to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect yourselves and reduce the spread of the virus.

Is the COVID-19 vaccine available on campus?

Student Health Services offers occasional vaccines clinic to students, faculty and staff. Appointments at local pharmacies are widely available or visit the L.A. County vaccines page to find a convenient location near work or home.

Where can I upload my vaccine and booster information?

Effective July 1, 2024, it is no longer required to upload vaccine and booster information.

Faculty and Staff Vaccination Requirements

Is the COVID-19 vaccine a requirement for employment?

Effective July 1, 2024, COVID-19 vaccination (primary series and booster when eligible) is strongly recommended instead of required.

What if I don’t get the COVID-19 vaccine?

Effective July 1, 2024, COVID-19 vaccination (primary series and booster when eligible) is strongly recommended instead of required.

Masks

When is masking required on our campus?

Under county guidance, you must mask if you are sick with symptoms of cold, flu, or COVID-19, or if you test positive for COVID-19 (even if asymptomatic) and must be around others.

For asymptomatic individuals, everyone is recommended to mask if you are exposed to someone with COVID-19, for 10 days from the last day that you were exposed.

Please note that some event organizers may require masks due to the nature of the activity. Please check event-related information for relevant guidelines.

In addition, certain locations and programs on campus, such as in the arts, music and athletics, or various events, may have masking requirements. Those requirements will be determined by the department chairs and the Dean of the College. And if county guidance changes, indoor masking could once again be required for all members of our community.

Where can I obtain surgical masks?

Staff and Faculty: The College has obtained an inventory of surgical masks for use by members of our community while on campus. Your department/office may order these on their own or from Facilities and Campus Services via the TMA work order system or you may visit Hamilton Health Box