By Sydney Havens

SUNY Oswego announced via email that the indoor spectator policy has changed as of March 21. Attendees of campus events are no longer required to show proof of having completed a full COVID-19 vaccination series or proof of a negative COVID-19 test. 

The school had previously announced on March 4 that they would no longer require fully vaccinated individuals to wear masks on campus. These changes mark a shift in attitudes surrounding COVID-19 on campus. These developments are guided by the New York State health and safety guidelines. 

The emails to the students regarding these policies have stated that the guidelines are subject to change or reinstatement at any time depending on evolving metrics and health and safety conditions. 

When it comes to events such as invited speakers, alumni in classrooms and other guests coming to campus, they are not required to wear masks throughout their visit if they are fully vaccinated and boosted.  

If an outside group holds an event on campus it is the outside group or contracting agency’s responsibility to abide by all New York State and SUNY Oswego COVID-19 guidelines in place at the time of the event.

Despite not having to show proof of vaccination to attend events, students and faculty must still be vaccinated and receive their booster shot if they are eligible. Additionally, unvaccinated individuals must continue to wear masks at events. 

There will be a vaccination and booster shot clinic in Marano Campus Center on March 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the food and activity court. Appointments are encouraged and registration links can be found on the oswego.edu website. The Pfizer and Johnson&Johnson vaccines will be offered. 

The Oswego Forward page has continued updates on these policies and vaccine clinics. 

John Custodio | The Oswegonian