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Post by aj2hall on Apr 11, 2021 13:47:18 GMT
Neither of my son’s schools have announced that they will require the vaccine, but my oldest has already been fully vaccinated and we have an appointment in May for middle ds when he returns. www.npr.org/2021/04/11/984787779/should-colleges-require-covid-19-vaccines-for-fall-more-campuses-are-saying-yesA side note, I was furious with our governor last week for excluding out of state students from vaccinations. The risk of them traveling home, possibly twice for vaccinations puts entire communities at risk. Not only that, but college kids are included in the census and therefore, included in vaccine allotments. I live 5 minutes from the University if New Hampshire. One of the biggest challenges for our school district returning to school all in, another mandate from the governor, has been the spread of Covid at UNH and in the community. Mayors from 6 or 7 college towns sent the governor a letter and he reversed his decision. www.nhpr.org/post/some-nh-college-towns-want-their-out-state-students-vaccinated#stream/0 |
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Post by pinklady on Apr 11, 2021 13:54:08 GMT
I’m really not sure why some people are outraged/surprised by this. When I enrolled in college in the early 90’s, I had to dig out my immunization records to provide proof before they would allow me to attend classes. This isn’t a new concept.
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Post by epeanymous on Apr 11, 2021 14:05:57 GMT
Neither the university where I teach nor the college my oldest attends have announced that they intend to require vaccines.
I wouldn’t have a problem if they did. It has been difficult for a lot of colleges that have had students in person this year.
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Post by compeateropeator on Apr 11, 2021 14:06:41 GMT
I’m really not sure why some people are outraged/surprised by this. When I enrolled in college in the early 90’s, I had to dig out my immunization records to provide proof before they would allow me to attend classes. This isn’t a new concept. I am not outraged or surprised about this, and think that they should. I am, however, under the assumption that since the vaccination hasn’t officially been approved (only emergency approval at this time) that there is some legal aspects of not being able to require it by workplaces, schools, etc. I could be way off base and wrong though. |
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Post by amom23 on Apr 11, 2021 14:13:11 GMT
Both of the 2 colleges my kids attend just hosted vaccination clinics. It wouldn't surprise me in the least if they require the COVID vaccine before attending in person classes in the Fall. Honestly I am all for it. Both colleges and our public school district require up to date immunizations before enrolling so now it's just adding the COVID vaccine to the list.
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Post by aj2hall on Apr 11, 2021 14:30:51 GMT
The vaccines are currently emergency use but it’s expected that they will received full approval this summer. In my opinion, the covid vaccine isn’t any different from colleges requiring meningitis, MMR etc. However, I think anti-vaxers and those with vaccine hesitancy will object because of the newness of the Covid vaccines.
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Post by TankTop on Apr 11, 2021 15:57:07 GMT
I am 100% for this for all school children who are eligible.
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Post by katlady on Apr 11, 2021 16:18:57 GMT
When I went to college, no proof of any vaccines was required. They did not require any proof until maybe 5 years ago. But, I have no problems with the requirement. Students in some classes are seating close together and/or working closely in labs.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2021 16:31:08 GMT
When I went to university (mid 90s) I had to get an MMR booster, Pneumococal booster, dtap booster. I also had to show proof of my vaccination card.
I do hope it becomes a required vaccine. And have a waiver system for those who truly can not get it, like schools have now. Ds has a waiver for chickenpox due to a severe reaction that sent him to the ER.
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Post by Basket1lady on Apr 11, 2021 16:33:32 GMT
I’m really not sure why some people are outraged/surprised by this. When I enrolled in college in the early 90’s, I had to dig out my immunization records to provide proof before they would allow me to attend classes. This isn’t a new concept. I am not outraged or surprised about this, and think that they should. I am, however, under the assumption that since the vaccination hasn’t officially been approved (only emergency approval at this time) that there is some legal aspects of not being able to require it by workplaces, schools, etc. I could be way off base and wrong though. The US military does not currently require a service person to get a Covid vaccine because it has not been officially approved. I would expect that to change when the vaccines are officially approved. A very, very small number of service people have been vaccinated in overseas locations and we are being told it will be the end of May before DH (active duty in a large leadership role) will even be eligible. Weeks go by without us receiving any vaccines at all here. I was vaccinated last week as part of the medically vulnerable group with about 50 others in that category. But I digress with my rant... I don’t think a college can require a non-FDA approved vaccine. Now if it does become approved this summer than I would expect them to require the vaccine like they do a MMR or Polio vaccine. |
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Post by Olan on Apr 11, 2021 16:46:34 GMT
Just saw 40% of Marines have declined it.
J&J vaccine was probably slated for college campuses and now with some Baltimore plant issue affecting their production it may have caused campuses to rethink their COVID plans
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Post by Olan on Apr 11, 2021 16:47:44 GMT
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Post by Merge on Apr 11, 2021 16:51:43 GMT
Bring it. My kids have been required to show proof of up to date childhood vaccinations plus meningitis in order to enroll in classes. Add Covid to the list. It's widely available here now, and no reason not to.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2021 17:13:40 GMT
Several of the community colleges and universities here in my area have had clinics for staff and students. Pfizer or Moderna.
My area tries to leave the JJ for IDD and Homeless community as it is a one and done.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Apr 11, 2021 17:31:20 GMT
My daughter's college has already stated that they will require it. My son hasn't finalized his choice for next year. I absolutely am in favor of requiring it. I want her to have in person classes, dining halls and dance performances. If you want to wait - fine - stay home.
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Post by MissBianca on Apr 11, 2021 18:21:04 GMT
My boys schools have not said either way. One is a private college the other is community college. I do suspect the private college will mandate it though because the freshman decided a few weeks ago to have a party amongst the various pods and enough kids tested positive for Covid that they locked down the whole Freshman building and then eventually the whole school. The school also canceled spring break at the beginning of January. The admin was livid at the kids.
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Post by used2scrap on Apr 11, 2021 18:29:31 GMT
When I went to college, no proof of any vaccines was required. They did not require any proof until maybe 5 years ago. But, I have no problems with the requirement. Students in some classes are seating close together and/or working closely in labs. I graduated from college over 20 years ago and had to have proof of vaccines and even get some repeat ones because my record was incomplete. It’s interesting with the military not being able to require it; at the base here those declining is almost 60%! Hence dd was able to get hers the day they opened up to 16 year olds because so few active duty are taking it. Of course my son who is an ROTC student is told the shot isn’t mandatory, but of course you can’t go on mandatory summer training without it. 😜 meanwhile my active duty sis struggled to get the first dose overseas, and is now back in the states temporarily and getting her second here since it’s so hard to get there. Crazy all the disparity! |
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Post by ntsf on Apr 11, 2021 20:23:31 GMT
my kid attends a cal. state university and they are not requiring it. but my child has had one..
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Post by mom on Apr 11, 2021 20:28:41 GMT
Texas colleges won't be requiring it as our Governor has issued a mandate saying not to.
I would be ok with it if they require it. As it is, DS1 doesn't want a vaccine but would get one if required.
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Post by caangel on Apr 11, 2021 20:30:16 GMT
Has anyone heard of a public college/university requiring the Vax for Fall. The ones I've heard of have been private. My cousin (20) loves with us and she recently joined the Air NG. She choose to wait to get the J&J Vax (last week) and was not required to get vaxed by the military.
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Post by mom on Apr 11, 2021 20:31:16 GMT
Has anyone heard of a public college/university requiring the Vax for Fall. The ones I've heard of have been private. My cousin (20) loves with us and she recently joined the Air NG. She choose to wait to get the J&J Vax (last week) and was not required to get vaxed by the military. Yep. Military isn't requiring it and I am somewhat surprise. |
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Post by peano on Apr 11, 2021 20:54:16 GMT
Neither of my son’s schools have announced that they will require the vaccine, but my oldest has already been fully vaccinated and we have an appointment in May for middle ds when he returns. www.npr.org/2021/04/11/984787779/should-colleges-require-covid-19-vaccines-for-fall-more-campuses-are-saying-yesA side note, I was furious with our governor last week for excluding out of state students from vaccinations. The risk of them traveling home, possibly twice for vaccinations puts entire communities at risk. Not only that, but college kids are included in the census and therefore, included in vaccine allotments. I live 5 minutes from the University if New Hampshire. One of the biggest challenges for our school district returning to school all in, another mandate from the governor, has been the spread of Covid at UNH and in the community. Mayors from 6 or 7 college towns sent the governor a letter and he reversed his decision. www.nhpr.org/post/some-nh-college-towns-want-their-out-state-students-vaccinated#stream/0I don't know if you have a UNH student, but there were a TON of people on the UNH parents' Facebook page who were also furious. I'm glad he changed his mind, but too little, too late for us; snagged DS a vaccine prompting an unscheduled trip home Easter weekend. If it's any comfort, he'll be fully vaccinated by the end of the semester.  |
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Post by yodutchess on Apr 11, 2021 21:00:54 GMT
My DS is transferring from CC to a private college and we just received the immunization record request from student health Saturday. While COVID is not required ( he had his first vaccine and second is scheduled), he has to submit negative Tine tests. Ugh! We have been mask compliant and isolated. I have to get this from the doctor, he had a tine test a couple years ago and I hope that is good enough.
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Post by katlady on Apr 11, 2021 21:27:10 GMT
Has anyone heard of a public college/university requiring the Vax for Fall. I've read that UCSD won't require the vaccine. But if you are vaccinated, you don't need to do the weekly testing. |
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Post by littlemama on Apr 11, 2021 21:34:38 GMT
I havent heard of a university here requiring proof of vaccination for anything. My ds' specific program requires proof that all vaccines are up to date.
One state university (not ds') has announced that covid vaccines will be required for all residential students.
Currently, ds' university is selecting residential students for random covid testing every week. This is funny to me because more than 80% of covid cases in the fall (this requirement was new for winter semester), were attributed to non-residential students.
Anyway, I hope all schools and universities require proof of covid vaccination.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Apr 11, 2021 21:35:08 GMT
Has anyone heard of a public college/university requiring the Vax for Fall. The ones I've heard of have been private. My cousin (20) loves with us and she recently joined the Air NG. She choose to wait to get the J&J Vax (last week) and was not required to get vaxed by the military. In the article in the OP, they said Rutgers would require - they're a public university in New Jersey. |
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Post by Merge on Apr 11, 2021 21:47:23 GMT
Texas colleges won't be requiring it as our Governor has issued a mandate saying not to. I would be ok with it if they require it. As it is, DS1 doesn't want a vaccine but would get one if required. There's already a couple of university groups considering legal action over this. I don't know that anything will come of it, but professors and other staff (like those in dorms) who work in close proximity with students have concerns. Universities also have concerns that large numbers of students will refuse to return in person without vaccine requirements for all, putting them on the hook to continue virtual instruction indefinitely and grapple with families who don't want to pay full tuition for online learning. Rumblings coming more out of Austin and Houston than your part of the state, I imagine. |
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Post by mom on Apr 11, 2021 21:55:14 GMT
Texas colleges won't be requiring it as our Governor has issued a mandate saying not to. I would be ok with it if they require it. As it is, DS1 doesn't want a vaccine but would get one if required. There's already a couple of university groups considering legal action over this. I don't know that anything will come of it, but professors and other staff (like those in dorms) who work in close proximity with students have concerns. Universities also have concerns that large numbers of students will refuse to return in person without vaccine requirements for all, putting them on the hook to continue virtual instruction indefinitely and grapple with families who don't want to pay full tuition for online learning. Rumblings coming more out of Austin and Houston than your part of the state, I imagine. I told DS that I suspect by winter break, they will require them. He doesn't believe me, lol. I honestly can't see Tech having that many refuse to go to class. DS said some professors aren't requiring masks anymore either. DS wears his but he's getting tired of it - but not tired enough to suck it up and get the vaccine without being forced to. (insert eyeroll). I remind him no complaining as long as he is part of the problem. |
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Post by julie5 on Apr 11, 2021 22:17:44 GMT
I’m really not sure why some people are outraged/surprised by this. When I enrolled in college in the early 90’s, I had to dig out my immunization records to provide proof before they would allow me to attend classes. This isn’t a new concept. exactly. We’re required to have vaccines to start school. |
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Post by seaexplore on Apr 11, 2021 22:18:32 GMT
I am 100% for this for all school children who are eligible. Same. |
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