Columbia College Chicago recently rolled out the latest additions to their safety plan — "Back Together, Columbia"— which includes mandatory booster shots for the spring semester. The requirement will target students and employees five months beyond their second dose of Moderna or Pfizer and two months beyond their single dose of Johnson & Johnson. Individuals who are not yet boosted must get tested weekly, except those vaccinated who are not yet eligible for a booster shot. The institution’s new COVID-19 protocols are in full effect for the spring semester to ensure safety is paramount. Before the start of the semester, students, faculty, and staff are required to upload a one-time negative COVID test— even those who are vaccinated. This is in addition to the required booster shot. Negative test results can’t be older than three days before your campus visit and must fulfill testing requirements. Recently, home tests became acceptable due to the high demand for and limited access...
