Masks are required indoors for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.
Face masks must now be worn by everyone in all indoor public spaces. These protocols apply to all faculty, staff, students, vendors and campus visitors.
Masks are not required in these situations:
- When alone in private offices, residence hall apartments and rooms
- While engaging in fitness activities
- While actively eating and drinking
Face Masks Available on Campus
A limited supply of disposable face masks are available in specific locations across campus. Use this campus map to see all available locations.
Updated September 7, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
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When are masks required?
Masks are required indoors for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.
Face masks must now be worn by everyone in all indoor public spaces. These protocols apply to all faculty, staff, students, vendors and campus visitors.
Masks are not required in these situations:
- When alone in private offices, residence hall apartments and rooms
- While engaging in fitness activities
- While actively eating and drinking
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How does/is UTC permitted to identify who is vaccinated?
At this time, we may ask for proof of COVID vaccination/immunizations for someone to be waived from:
- Quarantine following a known exposure if asymptomatic
- Testing following a known exposure if asymptomatic, with some exceptions for specific settings (communal/congregate living)
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Does UTC recognize any religious exemptions for wearing a mask or getting a vaccine?Religious exemptions are based on the fact that vaccinations conflict with religious tenets and practices. The student must submit a signed statement stating this. If they are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the statement.
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Do students/employees follow the same process as before in notifying of non-compliance by sending complaints to specific offices?
Yes.
Non-compliance with COVID-19 related provisions should be reported to:
- Students: Office of Student Conduct.
- Employees: Office of Human Resources
- Contractors: contract administrator or the Office of Procurement and Contract Services
- Visitors: UTC Police
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How does UTC make decisions when changing protocol?
University leadership is guided by the CDC, Tennessee Department of Health and Hamilton County Health Department.