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Traditional Winter Semester
Winter semester will operate like traditional terms and semesters. This decision is subject to change.

The university continues to encourage primary vaccinations and boosters. There is no general requirement for on-campus students and employees to report their vaccination status. However, providing proof of vaccine may be required in some scenarios.

An individual may choose to wear a mask in any setting. Masks are optional in classrooms and other indoor spaces on campus, except in certain situations as directed.

For the latest information on local COVID-19 community levels, please visit the CDC's COVID Data Tracker.

Questions? Please refer to this FAQ or contact the BYU COVID-19 Hotline at 801-422-7662 or email casemanagement@byu.edu

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