Student Pledge
The York College of Pennsylvania Student Pledge is outlined below. All students have been emailed a direct link where they can electronically acknowledge that they understand and agree to the Pledge.
RESIDENT STUDENT PLEDGE
There is currently no vaccine to protect against contracting COVID-19. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus by following the guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). I will reduce this risk by taking these measures:
- Maintaining social distancing guidelines of at least 6 feet.
- Scheduling an appointment with the Health Center or my Primary Care Provider, as necessary.
- Wearing a face covering in ALL public spaces on campus including classrooms and while traversing campus. Face coverings must meet the CDC’s face coverings recommendations and cannot contain symbols, words or objects that violate any College policies.
- Washing my hands and/or using hand sanitizer regularly.
- Disinfecting personal electronic devices.
- Following posted occupancy guidelines for restrooms, elevators, meeting spaces, lounges, study rooms, etc.
- Monitoring my health for COVID-19 symptoms (Cough, Shortness of breath, Fever, Chills, Muscle pain, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell, etc.).
- Staying home if I am sick and notifying my instructors, employers, and our campus health office, and anyone else who would need to know my whereabouts.
If I show any signs or symptoms of COVID-19, (e.g., Cough, Shortness of breath, Fever, Chills, Muscle pain, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell, etc.), or if I have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, I will immediately:
- Contact the York College Health Center or my medical provider.
- Quarantine until a diagnosis is made. This means NO in-person human contact with ANYONE. For example, I will stay away from people, attend classes remotely, and not go out. Even if I have no symptoms, I can spread the virus and put others at risk.
I agree to follow CDC and York College of Pennsylvania behavioral guidelines designed to reduce the chance of spreading COVID-19, including wearing a face covering in all public spaces, maintaining physical distance of six feet or more from others, practicing good hygiene, and monitoring my daily health for COVID-19 symptoms.
I have a responsibility to protect myself, my roommate(s), neighbors, classmates, faculty, staff, and the greater York community by following social distancing guidelines as set forth by the CDC, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the College.
As I enter or exit any College facility, I may have to have my temperature taken and answer questions about my health regarding COVID-19 symptoms or exposure.
If I test positive for COVID-19, I agree to share a list of my recent contacts (anyone who was within 6 feet for more than 15 minutes in the last 48 hours before symptom onset/diagnosis) as part of my public service to protect my fellow YCP community members.
If I test positive for COVID-19, I must isolate at my off-campus home: meaning permanent address. If extenuating circumstances prevent me from returning to my permanent residence, I will be housed at another location designated by Residence Life.
If I am a close contact of a person with COVID-19, I must quarantine at my off-campus home: meaning permanent address. If extenuating circumstances prevent me from returning to my permanent residence, I will be housed at another location designated by Residence Life.
I may be required to move to another room, hall, or location [designated by Residence Life] in the event of quarantine or isolation management.
If I test negative for COVID-19 and I have followed all isolation/quarantine protocols, I may be approved to return to my assigned housing facility.
In the event of a medical emergency, I will call 911. I will notify the operator if I have, or think I might have, COVID-19. If possible, I will put on a cloth face covering before medical help arrives.
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Guest and Visitation Policy has been changed to address the health and safety of the College community.
I have been informed that campus housing for the 2020-2021 academic year will consist of double and single occupancy rooms in traditional residence halls, suites, apartments, and small houses. I understand that there are risks involved in residing in campus housing, including illness and personal injury. Despite these risks, I have voluntarily decided to return to York College of Pennsylvania for the 2020-2021 academic year and accept all risks to my health associated with COVID-19 that may result.
To maintain the health and safety of the campus, I will avoid all unnecessary travel. If I travel to any of the states on the travel advisory list or any other COVID-19 hot spot for any reason, I will quarantine for 14 days upon my return.
Because the COVID-19 pandemic is an ongoing and fluid situation, York College of Pennsylvania may update or add specific policies or procedures to protect the health and safety of students.
I will make sure that my personal information and my emergency contact list is complete and up-to-date.
Violations of this pledge will be handled by the Office of Student Conduct and should it be determined that my behavior jeopardized the health and safety of others in the YCP community, I could be directed to refrain from participating in any on-campus activities (while permitted to continue my academic program remotely), and my access to campus buildings could be restricted. I further agree that egregious violations of this pledge could also be grounds for additional disciplinary review and action.
I agree to honor these policies and guidelines. I acknowledge that York College of Pennsylvania cannot eliminate the risk of illness during a global pandemic. I voluntarily accept the risks associated with in-person, on-campus study at this time.
COMMUTER STUDENT PLEDGE
There is currently no vaccine to protect against contracting COVID-19. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus by following the guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). I will reduce this risk by taking these measures:
- Maintaining social distancing guidelines of at least 6 feet.
- Scheduling an appointment with the Health Center or my Primary Care Provider, as necessary.
- Wearing a face covering in ALL public spaces on campus including classrooms and while traversing campus. Face coverings must meet the CDC’s face coverings recommendations and cannot contain symbols, words or objects that violate any College policies.
- Washing my hands and/or using hand sanitizer regularly.
- Disinfecting personal electronic devices.
- Following posted occupancy guidelines for restrooms, elevators, meeting spaces, lounges, study rooms, etc.
- Monitoring my health for COVID-19 symptoms (Cough, Shortness of breath, Fever, Chills, Muscle pain, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell, etc.).
- Staying home if I am sick and notifying my instructors, employers, and our campus health office, and anyone else who would need to know my whereabouts.
If I show any signs or symptoms of COVID-19, (e.g., Cough, Shortness of breath, Fever, Chills, Muscle pain, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell, etc.), or if I have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, I will immediately:
- Contact the York College Health Center or my medical provider.
- Quarantine until diagnosis is made. This means NO in-person human contact with ANYONE. For example, I will stay away from people, attend classes remotely, and not go out. Even if I have no symptoms, I can spread the virus and put others at risk.
I agree to follow CDC and York College of Pennsylvania behavioral guidelines designed to reduce the chance of spreading COVID-19, including wearing a face covering in all public spaces, maintaining physical distance of six feet or more from others, practicing good hygiene, and monitoring my daily health for COVID-19 symptoms.
I have a responsibility to protect myself, classmates, faculty, staff, and the greater York community by following social distancing guidelines as set forth by the CDC, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the College.
As I enter or exit any College facility, I may have to have my temperature taken and answer questions about my health in regards to COVID-19 symptoms or exposure.
If I test positive for COVID-19, I will be required to isolate at my home off-campus . If I live with other York College students off campus, I will return to my permanent home address for isolation.
If I test positive for COVID-19, I agree to share a list of my recent contacts (anyone who was within 6 feet for more than 15 minutes in the last 48 hours before symptom onset/diagnosis) as part of my public service to protect my fellow YCP community members.
If my family member or someone else with whom I reside with tests positive for COVID-19, I could be required to quarantine in my home.
If I test negative for COVID-19, then I will be allowed to return to campus once all quarantine protocols established by the College have been achieved. These protocols could require quarantine for a period of time to be designated by York College of Pennsylvania.
In the event of a medical emergency, I will call 911. I will notify the operator if I have, or think I might have, COVID-19. If possible, I will put on a face covering before medical help arrives.
I have been informed that campus for the 2020-2021 academic year will have unique and purposeful policies related to COVID-19. I understand that there are risks involved in being present on campus, including illness and personal injury. Despite these risks, I have voluntarily decided to return to York College of Pennsylvania for the 2020-2021 academic year and accept all risks to my health associated with COVID-19 that may result.
To maintain the health and safety of the campus, I will avoid all unnecessary travel. If I travel to any of the states on the travel advisory list or any other COVID-19 hot spot for any reason, I will quarantine for 14 days upon my return.
Because the COVID-19 pandemic is an ongoing and fluid situation, York College of Pennsylvania may update or add specific policies or procedures to protect the health and safety of students.
I will make sure that my personal information and my emergency contact list is complete and up-to-date.
Violations of this pledge will be handled by the Office of Student Conduct and should it be determined that my behavior jeopardized the health and safety of others in the YCP community, I could be directed to refrain from participating in any on-campus activities (while permitted to continue my academic program remotely), and my access to campus buildings could be restricted. I further agree that egregious violations of this pledge could also be grounds for additional disciplinary review and action.
I agree to honor these policies and guidelines. I acknowledge that York College of Pennsylvania cannot eliminate the risk of illness during a global pandemic. I voluntarily accept the risks associated with in-person, on-campus study at this time.