OCU’s communication office recently sent out emails informing students of the change in OCU masking policy. This email stated that OCU’s masking policy has been relaxed as a result of lower CDC alert level in the surrounding community and improved conditions on campus. This implies that students are allowed to move on campus (classrooms, offices, and in the library) without any obligation to wear a mask, but the university respects the wishes of those who would like to continue wearing a mask. Masks will remain required in the Campus Clinic.
At the beginning of this semester, OCU emailed students informing them about the administrative decision to temporarily switch to remote learning as a result of the high rate of infection of the COVID-19 virus at the time. After having a brief discussion with a couple of students and faculty members, most were glad about the return of in-person classes for various reasons, but also seemed concerned about the change in masking policy.
The university officials continue to monitor CDC recommendations and campus conditions, it has made free masks available at the campus mailroom and the Human Resources department is able to distribute masks in larger quantities on request.
Jesus Christ. Love how liberals always get their news a year late.