Coronavirus (COVID-19)

During this pandemic time, we are aware that our employees' home lives may have been greatly affected and plans need to be made for returning to work on campus. With this in mind, we have set a target date for the Colorado School of Public Health to come back together collectively on campus starting August 23.

Broader guidelines and an FAQ document for the school are under development by members of the ColoradoSPH Transition Committee, and more information will be forthcoming. Rest assured, we will adhere to what is deemed safest in the context of the pandemic's status in Colorado, and the requirements of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), the Tri-County Health Department, and any policies set forth by our partner universities and campuses. 

Unit leaders have been advised of the August 23 target date, and units will set their own pace for return based on unit and work needs, including flexible work arrangements per the campus policy. While the policy offers guidelines for supervisors, we also want a school-wide approach that ensures a balance of in-person work as needed. Supervisors have been asked to propose a plan for their unit that will be reviewed by the Transition Committee.  

If you have questions about what this might mean for your unit, please contact your unit leader and supervisor.   

On April 30, Chancellor Elliman shared a message about key changes coming to campus in June, followed by a detailed announcement on what to expect as of June 1. Key takeaways are outlined below.

Through May 30, hybrid model and current on-campus protocols remain as is. Starting June 1, there will be a continuation of phased return to on-campus activity and changes to campus protocols. These changes are not intended to suggest a full return to on-campus operations, but to guide continued slow and steady return.

• No more daily health questionnaire/attestation required for those fully vaccinated. Unvaccinated individuals will continue to complete the questionnaire to be on campus.
• Masks will be recommended but optional, both indoors and outside, for those fully vaccinated. Masks will continue to be mandatory for unvaccinated individuals at all times except when outdoors and 6 feet or more from others.
• Physical distancing requirements will be eliminated, indoors and outdoors, for those fully vaccinated. Unvaccinated individuals must maintain 6 feet or more of distance between themselves and others at all times, inside and out.
• Self-reporting will continue to be required, regardless of vaccination status, and contact tracing will continue.
• University-sponsored travel, both domestic and international, will be allowed for those fully vaccinated.

By September 1, all CU Anschutz students, faculty and staff must be fully vaccinated (2 weeks past final dose of current COVID-19 vaccines). A process for requesting exemptions is underway and will be communicated.

The health and safety of our campus communities is among our top priorities. The University of Colorado has determined to require that all University of Colorado students, faculty, and staff receive a COVID-19 vaccine before the start of fall semester 2021. CU and its four campuses join several other Colorado public and private higher education institutions to make this decision, including the Colorado State University System, the University of Northern Colorado, Fort Lewis College, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Colorado College and the University of Denver.

By September 1, all CU Anschutz students, faculty and staff must be fully vaccinated (2 weeks past final dose of current COVID-19 vaccines). A process for requesting exemptions is underway and will be communicated.

Read the communication from CU President Mark Kennedy >
Read the CU vaccine FAQs >
Read the communication from CSU >
Read the communication from UNC >

ColoradoSPH instruction will continue to be remote for the 2021 summer semester at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus and at the University of Northern Colorado. Plans for Colorado State University will continue as normal with both online and hybrid (in-person) course options.

If you need to use the library at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, please remember that campus safety and screening protocols remain the same for the foreseeable future for everyone, so please complete the screening process online before coming to campus.

If you have questions, please contact ColoradoSPH.StudentAffairs@cuanschutz.edu.

As you work remotely, you may need to pick up additional equipment and items from your offices on campus. ColoradoSPH employees should communicate with their supervisors about the university-owned items they wish to take home (tracking of these items is necessary). Employees can go to their offices to pick up items after receiving approval and going through the steps below.  

We receive reports of anyone using a badge to access a building on campus and who is not approved. Anyone who needs to be on campus must adhere to the return to campus processes established by leadership at the CU Anschutz campus. 

Steps to take beforehand:*

1. Be invited and approved to return by leadership. Contact Associate Dean for Administration and Finance Christine Gillen to receive specific approval. 
2. Take the required, one-time Skillsoft training CU: COVID-19 Return to Campus-CU Anschutz (2021 update) by March 31, 2021.

3 steps you must take each day you will be on campus:*

1. Complete the health questionnaire each day before arriving on campus, and bring your confirmation email to a designated check-in point (details regarding check-in points are in the questionnaire).
2. Take your own temperature at home, or stop by a self-service station to do so.
3. Bring and wear your CU Anschutz badge and a face covering at all times, indoors and outdoors.

As of March 1, 2021, in-person screenings and wristbands are no longer required. The Hensel-Phelps check-in location remains open for anyone needing in-person assistance.

*Starting June 1, there will be a continuation of phased return to on-campus activity and changes to campus protocols. These changes are not intended to suggest a full return to on-campus operations, but to guide continued slow and steady return.

1. Beginning June 1, ColoradoSPH employees no longer need approval from Associate Dean Christine Gillen to be on campus. Employees must work with supervisors and unit leaders regarding visits to campus and/or an approved work schedule on campus.
2. No more daily health questionnaire/attestation required for those fully vaccinated. Unvaccinated individuals will continue to complete the questionnaire to be on campus.
3. Masks will be recommended but optional, both indoors and outside, for those fully vaccinated. Masks will continue to be mandatory for unvaccinated individuals at all times except when outdoors and 6 feet or more from others.
4. Physical distancing requirements will be eliminated, indoors and outdoors, for those fully vaccinated. Unvaccinated individuals must maintain 6 feet or more of distance between themselves and others at all times, inside and out.