Workplace Guidance

Working during COVID-19

Important information, guidance and resources for
Cornell employees.

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Testing

What employees need to know about the Daily Check, surveillance testing, supplemental testing, and compliance.

Testing

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Self Care & Support

Resources to support your mental and physical wellbeing during these challenging times.

 Self Care & Support

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Working On Campus

Guidance for employees working on campus, including safety, expectations, and visiting campus.

Working on Campus

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Vaccination

Details regarding the vaccine mandate, clinics, proof of vaccination, exemption requests, and more.

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Recent Articles

March 23, 2022
CornellAlert: Moving to COVID-19 Alert Level Yellow
COVID-19 cases on the Ithaca campus are increasing beyond the university’s predictions, indicating a substantial prevalence of the virus on campus. As a result, the Ithaca campus will move to COVID-19 Alert Level Yellow, effective immediately.
March 11, 2022
Easing Mask Requirements, Effective March 14
Beginning Monday, March 14, face mask requirements will be lifted for the majority of on-campus locations. High-quality masks will, however, continue to be required in the following spaces and circumstances:
January 31, 2022
Daily Check
All Cornell faculty and staff will continue to get a daily email reminding them to conduct a symptom assessment; however, you will only need to complete the Daily Check health assessment if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
January 28, 2022
Testing for individuals experiencing symptoms of COVID-19
Beginning Monday, January 31, Cornell will provide Symptomatic Test Kits to students, faculty and staff who are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms suggestive of COVID-19.  Continue reading for pick-up locations and detailed instructions.
January 14, 2022
OTC Test Coverage
Effective January 15, 2022,  group health coverage plans are required to allow for coverage for Over the Counter (OTC) testing to detect SARS-CoV-2 and/or to diagnose COVID-19.