California Baptist University 2022

MASKING OUR FEELINGS changes for COVID-19

C COVID-19 has given the world a new normal. With mandates around masks and vaccines, CBU has implemented safety protocols throughout campus for the campus community to follow. On CBU web page providing the latest health and safety updates, the university said it will continue to allow in-person instruction and activities around campus with certain regulations. “To help protect the health of the campus community, CBU will follow or exceed guidelines from state and federal authorities concerning face coverings and encourages all who are eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine,” according to the website. As CBU requires that everyone who enters the campus, must wear a mask, vaccinated or not, it is to be followed unless socially distanced, eating or drinking. “CBU students are expected to comply with the indoor face covering requirements just as they follow the Standard of Student Conduct,” according to the page.

Adapting to a new way of life, students explained how the changes for COVID have shaped a new perspective. Kloey Stock, senior MAJOR, describes as far as student employees,“students and employees are required to use the CampusClear app to monitor their health status daily. The easy-to-use CampusClear app is essential to keeping CBU’s leadership informed regarding the health and safety of our campus community.” President Ronald L. Ellis said CBU will stay on top of pandemic developments and employ best practices to ensure the continuation of in-person instruction and the safety of campus activities for CBU students, employees and visitors. As COVID-19 remains a public health threat and new variants impact both the unvaccinated and those who are vaccinated, CBU strives to have students follow these new changes for COVID on campus with all requirements remaining in effect until further notice.