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University of Alabama Reinstates Mask Mandate for Spring 2022 Semester
University of Alabama students, faculty and staff will be required to wear masks on campus for the upcoming spring 2022 semester.
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According to a Monday release, masks will be required for everyone, regardless of vaccination status, in all academic buildings, administrative and office buildings, health care facilities and on campus transportation.
Vaccinations and boosters remain strongly encouraged, and are available at no cost at the University Medical Center and the Student Health Center.
Unvaccinated individuals must continue to wear masks indoors and in outdoor crowds.
All faculty, staff and students must report a positive COVID-19 test to the University's COVID Support Program. Anyone who feels symptomatic is encouraged to reach out to 205-348-CV19.
Classes resume on January 12.
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