Spring 2021 Campus Experience D A I LY S CR E E N I NG Each day, students who are expected on campus (residential students, students enrolled in on campus classes, on-site student employees, etc.) will receive an email from the USD COVID-19 Action Team containing a self-declaration daily health check that asks faculty members, staff, and students to report health symptoms, recent travel and exposure to others with COVID-19. Screening that rules out symptoms, travel and exposure will generate an automated notification that certifies the person to enter campus on that day. Note that students who live on campus are expected to remain in their rooms until they receive the notification. ● All students, faculty and staff must be screened daily before entering any campus building. ○ If your temperature is below 100°F, you will receive a wristband that will allow you to have access to buildings, classrooms, laboratories, dining spaces and other areas on campus. ○ If you do have a temperature in excess of 100°F, a secondary temperature reading may be taken by waiting 2-3 minutes and re-scanning. ● Students with temperatures of 100°F or more will be prohibited from being on campus and will be advised to return home or to their residence hall and contact the Student Health Center; student employees must also notify their supervisor and the Student Health Center. ● If you are taking public transportation to get to USD, wear a multilayered face covering and maintain physical distance from other passengers. Once on campus, wash your hands as soon as you can.
C A MPUS E X PE R I E NCE A ND I N V OLV E ME N T Developing and maintaining relationships with your peers, as well as faculty members and staff is critical to the college experience. There’s plenty of room for creativity this semester as you find ways to stay connected. ● If you want to get some help identifying organizations you might be interested in, our Involvement Consultants (trained undergraduate students) are here to help! ● Meet with friends in open spaces on campus when gathering is permitted in San Diego County. ● Depending on the tier San Diego County is in at the time, outdoor programmatic and recreational opportunities may be available for small groups of students as County guidance permits. The Core Connect Program is a great resource to check to identify what gatherings (if any are permitted). The Core Connect website is a great tool filled with creative ideas for connection. You can locate more information on Core Connect on the university’s COVID-19 website, under the student tab. ● Host Google Hangouts or Zoom meetings with friends. ● Meet with friends in open spaces on campus when gathering is permitted in San Diego County. ● Join student organizations. There are over 150 to choose from! This quick video will help you learn to navigate the Torero Orgs website. ● Participate in virtual and hybrid events offered by Torero Program Board. Check out the Blue Buzz or Graduate Student Life Newsletter which shares the upcoming events! This video provides tips on how to find out what’s happening.
Student Guide for Spring 2021
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