June 29, 2020
Dear Students:
These past few months have been challenging in so many ways. Our country (and other countries and regions around the world) has exploded in its anger and frustration over racial injustices that we continue to see play out in our communities. Much work needs to be done by each of us to move forward in a way that changes our world, so that people of all colors—particularly black and brown people—are treated equally and, most importantly, with dignity as fellow human beings. We look forward to engaging in that important work with you.
We also face the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, which will require new practices and protocols at Boston College. COVID-19 remains a serious threat, and we are committed to doing everything we can to help mitigate its spread and keep the BC community as healthy and safe as possible. You will play an important role in this effort.
Prior to your arrival on campus, you will be asked to sign the Eagles Care Pledge, which is a commitment to adhere to BC’s COVID-19 policies and to care for yourself, others, and our community.
Here are new practices and protocols that will be implemented for the fall semester:
- All students will be required to wear face coverings/masks on-campus, except when inside their residence hall rooms or apartments, eating, and when physical distancing of 6’ is possible. However, face coverings/masks will be required in all classrooms and meeting spaces.
- All students will be expected to self-monitor on a daily basis for symptoms including high temperature, cough, loss of smell or taste, labored breathing, and headache or muscle aches.
- Testing, contact tracing, and if necessary, quarantine and isolation, will be key components of our plans for the fall semester. Additional details will be shared in July.
- All residential students will be required to sign an addendum to the housing agreement prior to move-in. This document will be available in the MyResLife forms section of the Agora Portal.
- Move-in days for on-campus housing will be extended to ease congestion. The move-in schedule will be posted on the Residential Life website in July.
- Sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be able to select a move-in time through MyReslife in the Agora Portal. First-year students will be advised of their move-in time, which will be according to their local, national, and international region.
- Students are encouraged to pack lightly for the fall semester, bringing essential items only. Please avoid bringing large pieces of furniture.
- Elevators on campus will be limited to four people or fewer.
- Non-BC guests will not be allowed to visit residence halls during the fall semester.
- Physical gathering policies, including the number of people allowed in student rooms, will be based on physical distancing guidelines. More information will be provided on the Residential Life website.
- Student travel/excursions off campus should be limited during the fall semester, especially out-of-state travel.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office directly.
Be Well,
|
