PPE

Cleaning/Disinfection

Physical Distancing

Symptom Monitoring/Self-Reporting

Screening, Testing, Treatment

Isolation/Quarantine

Academics

Housing

Dining

Public Events

Athletics

In compliance with St. Louis County Department of Public Health order requiring face coverings, MBU will require students, employees, and visitors to wear face coverings as follows:

Indoors, except for private spaces

Includes hallways, restrooms, classrooms, lobbies, conference rooms, cubicles, etc.

Outdoors if physical distancing measures are difficult to maintain

MBU will provide 1 reusable face covering for those who request one. Please see Student Development office.

Demonstrate personal integrity, respect for others, and support health and safety of the MBU community by:

Protecting yourself

Monitor for signs and symptoms

Washing hands frequently and thoroughly

Protecting others

Wearing a face covering

Maintain physical distance

Protecting the community

Respect personal space, directional signage

Disinfect living space, personal items

Acceptable face coverings should fit comfort needs of individual and meet CDC recommendations

Cloth face coverings

Cloth mask, bandana, scarf, gaiter

Face mask

Surgical style, N95, K95

Face shield*

*For public speaking only (teaching, facilitating meetings)

Wash hands or use hand sanitizer prior to handling the face covering

Ensure the face covering fits over the nose and under the chin

Avoid touching the front of the face covering

Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth when removing the face covering

Wash hands or use hand sanitizer immediately after removing

Keep face coverings in a paper bag or breathable container when not in use

Some people are unable to wear a face covering due to lung or other health-related conditions.

Contact the Dean of Students Office (DeanofStudents@mobap.edu) if you are unable to wear a face covering for these reasons and need an accommodation.

Medical documentation will be requested as the University works to provide the accommodation through an interactive process.

Housekeeping will increase frequency of disinfection of high-touch areas and public use areas

Disinfecting supplies (wipes) available in classrooms

Students expected to disinfect classroom desk before and after using

Faculty will disinfect lecture podium, keyboard, mouse, etc. before and after using

For shared/common space such as the Learning Center space or other meeting rooms, users are expected to disinfect their areas before leaving

Electrostatic sprayers will be used in residence halls and athletic locker rooms

Students should self-screen for symptoms before coming to campus each day

Complete self-assessment prior to arriving on campus (new MBU app forthcoming for fall semester)

If green badge, proceed to campus

If red badge, follow instructions for isolation, testing, and quarantine

Temperature checks

Recommended that students routinely check their temperature

Required for participating in athletics, fitness center or group fitness activities.

One or more of the following:

Fever or chills

Cough

Shortness of breath/difficulty breathing

Fatigue

Congestion

Muscle/body aches

Headache

Sore throat

Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea

New loss of smell or taste

Emergency warning signs

Trouble breathing

Persistent pain or pressure in chest

New confusion

Inability to wake or stay awake

Bluish lips or face

Stay home or go home if already on campus

Use Contact Tracing Form (MBU Returns to Campus website) to initiate contact tracing protocol

Contact healthcare provider

If testing is recommended, remain at home until results are available. Follow directives of healthcare provider.

If testing is not recommended, remain at home until:

24 hours of no fever, AND

Respiratory symptoms have improved, AND

10 days since symptoms first appeared, OR

Cleared by healthcare provider

Complete Contact Tracing Form if positive result for contact tracing purposes

Remain home until

24 hours of no fever, AND

Respiratory symptoms have improved, AND

10 days since symptoms first appeared, OR

Cleared by healthcare provider

Once cleared by a healthcare professional, complete the COVID-19 Request to Return to Campus Form (MBU Returns to Campus website)

Classroom capacities are reduced

Increased use of blended instructional models

Check your MBU email and individual course Canvas shells for more detailed information

Students should monitor temperatures and symptoms prior to attending class

COVID-19 badge (with appropriate time/date stamp) can be shown on smartphones for entry to class

Students not complying with classroom and lab protocols will be asked to leave until compliance can be maintained.

Public Safety will be contacted if a student refuses to leave or comply

Failure to comply will be treated as violation of student conduct code and referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action (DeanofStudents@mobap.edu)

Use of seating chart and daily attendance records will be kept for all class meetings for contact tracing purposes

Students will not be penalized academically for missing class due to COVID-19 related symptoms

Students should wipe down desks before and after class

If hallways are crowded, instructors may delay release of students until hallway clears to reduce crowding

Students are to contact faculty if they feel unsafe attending to determine how to fulfill course requirements

Students should understand that they may have to withdraw from the course if high-level of class participation requirements cannot be fulfilled virtually

Staggered move-in

Only resident students allowed in residence halls (suspending guest policy)

Face coverings required in common spaces (hallways, lobbies, etc.)

Reconfigured lounge and common area furniture to comply with distancing guidelines

Isolation and quarantine spaces provided for students who think they have been exposed, those exhibiting symptoms, or those testing positive for COVID-19

The Perk

Limited seating

Directional traffic signage

Services reduced (food options, self-service condiments, etc.)

Dining Hall

Directional traffic signage

To-go options encouraged (Brio, deli)

Expanded operating hours to lessen crowding

Touchless payment system

No cash transactions

Daily health screenings and PPE worn by food service staff

Events will be limited and in compliance with St. Louis County Department of Public Health guidelines for large gatherings

Visitors/guests complete self-assessment screening in app

Seating in larger venues reconfigured to accommodate physical distancing guidelines

Encourage use of technology platforms (Google Meet, Microsoft Teams) to conduct virtual meetings when possible

MBU Athletics has created guiding document that outlines specific measures being taken to protect student athletes

Included measures

Temperature checks and assessment screenings prior to team meetings, practices, and competitions in accordance with AMC COVID guidelines

Increased cleaning/sanitation of common use areas

PPE for athletic trainers, coaches, non-participating athletes

Modified spectator protocols depending on the sport (e.g. indoor vs. outdoor)

Elimination of non-essential travel

Practice physical distancing, maintaining 6 feet of distance between individuals when at all possible

Respect others’ space by wearing mask and adhering to directional signage in hallways, stairwells, and other locations on campus

If inviting a visitor to campus, please communicate the protocol for self-assessment screening prior to their arrival

Providing dishonest responses to the health self-assessment report, or knowingly coming to campus if exposed to or testing positive for COVID-19, will be considered a violation of the student code of conduct and will be referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action

Refer to MBU Returns to Campus website

www.mobap.edu/coronavirus-advisor/Spartan-strong-mbu-returns-to-campus/

Contact Covid19response@mobap.edu