ObieSafe

Oberlin developed all of our COVID-19 policies with the health and safety of our campus top of mind. Lorain County Public Health and University Hospitals are among our chief consultants in the development of healthcare strategies along with continual analysis of transmission data on our campus and in our region. Policies are subject to change based on the evolving recommendations of public health entities and viral transmission data.

COVID-19 vaccines with current boosters are the best strategy for protecting each person’s health, stopping the spread of variants, and preventing new ones from emerging. Oberlin College requires that all students, faculty and staff attending or working at Oberlin receive a full COVID-19 vaccine, unless an individual has an approved medical or religious exemption. The vaccination deadline for students was October 7, 2021. The vaccination deadline for faculty and staff was November 1, 2021. The booster deadline was February 18, 2022.

The College’s goal is to reduce health risks and facilitate a traditional in-person college experience. A high vaccination rate allows students, faculty, and staff to benefit from a low risk of infection on our campus.

Booster Progress: Spring 2022 Campus Population

95.0%

As of April 19: 3,584 vaccine cards with booster shots have been uploaded and approved for the spring semester campus population. Remember to upload your card after you’ve had your booster.

A breakout by students, faculty, and staff is provided on the Vaccination Statistics and Updates page.