PCC President Dr. Michael Calvert wishes to release the following statement to answer any questions that may arise regarding the possibility of vaccine requirements for students or employees that return for the 2021-2022 school year.
“At this point PCC will NOT require students, whether living on campus or commuting, to be vaccinated for COVID – 19. This may be something we consider in the future, but at this point in time will not be a requirement of students for the 2021-2022 year. Program specific requirements may occur based on compliance with program affiliations or partnerships.
We strongly encourage everyone to get vaccinated as soon as possible to aid in stopping the spread of the virus. I would expect us to continue some level of COVID – 19 testing next year, similar to what has been conducted during this spring semester of 2021. Fully vaccinated persons, with proof of vaccination, are not required to quarantine regarding exposure or travel and may not be subject to PCC’s surveillance or random testing protocol unless symptomatic.
Along the same lines, we will not require employees to be vaccinated for the 2021-2022 year. Again, we strongly encourage getting vaccinated as soon as possible.”
Statment date: April 21, 2021
