Campus Policies
UPDATED: 05/23/22
Lindenwood University continues to monitor changes with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. PPT, CERT, and several other University working groups have created policies and protocols to help protect our campus community. These are based on guidelines and best practices from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other state and local public health entities. As with all policies, Lindenwood reserves the right to review and modify policies in the best interest of the campus community at any time and they are likely to change as the pandemic situation continues to evolve.
The following protocols are currently in effect at Lindenwood.
Employee and Student Protocols
COVID-19 Campus Policies and Procedures
Masks
- Lindenwood continues to encourage mask wearing but does not require it in most locations.
- Masks Required in Select Settings: Masks are required by patients and employees in the Student Wellness Center.
Academics
Lindenwood is eager for the 2021-2022 academic year. Guidance for Spring 2022 has been provided and outlines classroom and class delivery expectations.
Cleaning
In the event it is needed, additional cleaning protocols will be implemented.
Reporting - Employees
Employees will no longer complete the Initial Assessment Survey. Employees should follow the guidance below in case of a positive test and/or exposure.
Employees with questions should contact Human Resources.
Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Employees who test positive will need to notify their supervisors that they are unable to come to campus and will need to leverage their available sick and/or vacation time. Supervisors may provide some flexibility to work remotely to employees in positions designated as standard flex or non-standard flex as long as the employee is feeling well enough to work. Employees out sick or requesting remote work accommodations for 3 or more consecutive days will need to work with the Benefits Office and may be required to submit a doctor’s note.
Exposure to COVID-19: Employees exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19 who do not exhibit any symptoms following an exposure will be allowed to continue to work as normal. Employees who become symptomatic will need to work with their supervisor and leverage available sick and/or vacation time. Supervisors may provide some flexibility to work remotely to employees in positions designated as standard flex or non-standard flex as long as the employee is feeling well enough to work. Employees out sick or requesting remote work accommodations for 3 or more consecutive days will need to work with the Benefits Office and may be required to submit a doctor’s note.
Reporting - Students
Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Students with a confirmed case of COVID-19 will no longer complete an Initial Assessment Survey. Students who test positive for COVID should work with their instructors, supervisors, athletics, and activities coordinators to get a medical accommodation. Students may be asked to provide a doctor’s note if a prolonged absence is expected.
Exposure to COVID-19: Students exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-199 will no longer complete an Initial Assessment Survey. As long as students do not exhibit any symptoms following an exposure, they will be allowed to continue to participate on campus as normal. Students who become symptomatic should work with their instructors, supervisors, athletics, and activities coordinators to get a medical accommodation. Students may be asked to provide a doctor’s note if a prolonged absence is expected.
General Recommendations
- Resident students can contact the Student Health Center with any questions or for testing if documentation is needed. Face coverings are required for in-person visits to the Student Health Center.
- Resident students should utilize carryout options for meals, wear a face covering, and avoid interacting with groups.
- Non-resident students should remain off campus and utilize virtual services until they feel well enough to return.
- It is recommended that anyone who is ill, or has been recently ill, wear a face covering for a few days post-illness.
Useful Contacts
Students and parents with questions should contact the Student Affairs at studentAffairs@lindenwood.edu.
Employees with questions should contact Human Resources at LUHR@lindenwood.edu.
Visitors
Visitors will be allowed on campus and should abide by all university protocols.