COVID-19 update 11/21/22

For those ACX classes that meet on-campus:

After extensive conversations, ArtCenter has decided to modify our current mask mandate to align with state and local health ordinances.

• Starting January 1, 2023, individuals who are fully vaccinated (primary series plus one booster dose), have the option to not wear a mask while indoors or outdoors on campus.
  

• The College reserves the right to make changes to the masking policy at any time, should there be an increase in campus-related positive cases or if community viral transmission levels increase.
  
• The College will continue to fully enforce the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.  This means, individuals must be fully vaccinated, including a booster shot, or obtain an approved exemption.

As a community that puts the safety, health and well-being of all first, we ask that everyone be respectful toward those who must continue to wear masks because of post-isolation requirements, approved COVID-19 vaccination exemptions, medical vulnerabilities, those that care for others with vulnerabilities and personal choice.

If you are unable to receive the vaccine for medical reasons or strongly held religious beliefs, you will need to request an exemption and will be required to wear a medical grade mask while on campus. To request an exemption, please send an email to: ehs@artcenter.edu. Be sure to include your status (ACX student, faculty) and ArtCenter ID number. Please allow 3-5 days for your request to be processed.

Submitting vaccine verifications:
If you are vaccinated, please upload a photo or scan of your vaccination and booster records here: vaccination verification form. Use your ArtCenter username and password to log-in and submit the required information.*  We recommend completing this process 3-5 days before coming to campus.

*If you have forgotten your username and password, please contact ArtCenter’s Help Desk: helpdesk@artcenter.edu)

When you arrive on campus:
Check in at the Security Desk in the building where your class is scheduled to meet. Bring a copy of your ACX class schedule and be sure to let the security officer know that you are there to attend an on-campus ACX class. Security will check you in via a class list and will issue you a wristband; please wear this wristband while on campus. Repeat this process each time you visit campus.

Hillside Campus: park in the Student Parking lot then follow signs to the Sinclaire Pavilion for check-in.
South Campus: check-in at the security desk for the building you will be visiting.

In the spirit of ensuring a culture of safety, please follow these prevention behaviors:

• Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccinations, including primary series and booster dose when eligible www.vaccinatelacounty.com
• Obtain a flu vaccine https://myturn.ca.gov/
• Stay home if you are sick
• Test if you are sick or if you know you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19
• Wash hands regularly
• Test three to five days post-travel and before/after attending indoor crowded events or locations with poor ventilation
• Report any positive test result to ehs@artcenter.edu

 
For all ACX students with ONLINE COURSES
Vaccination records are not required unless your class has an in-person component. Detailed information on how to access your online courses will be emailed to enrolled students approximately one week before the start of class.