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Why is there a vaccination requirement?

• For the health and safety of our campus community, ������Ƶ intends to be as proactive as possible in preventing disease outbreaks. Although vaccinations alone cannot stop outbreaks, medical evidence shows that higher levels of vaccination among a population lead to greater protection and less severe symptoms should an outbreak occur. The Ohio Revised Code Rule 3342-4-02.6 also states “all students enrolling for classes at ������Ƶ campus, and born after 01/01/1957, are required to provide documentation of immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella.”

How do I obtain my vaccination records?

• You may contact your current physician or your childhood healthcare provider. In the event they do not have your records, contact your high school for the documentation. If you were/are in the armed forces, you should have access to your vaccination records through Veterans Affairs.

When should I submit my vaccination documentation?

• You should have your vaccination documentation submitted to the  before your first semester at ������Ƶ ������Ƶ.

I have moral or medical reasons for not being vaccinated. What can I do?

• Exemption forms can be found at the links below. Medical exemption forms must be signed by a healthcare provider. General exemptions for religious, philosophical, and moral convictions must be notarized by a notary public.

Medical Exemption Form (PDF)   General (Non-Medical) Exemption Form (PDF)

How will I know if I have met the vaccination requirements?

• Once you have successfully entered your vaccination dates AND uploaded your vaccination documentation in the , our team will review your submission. If you are compliant, you will receive a checkmark on your student checklist in Flashline. You will also see a green “verified” note at the top of your vaccination page in the patient portal.

Are the regional campuses covered by this requirement?

• No. The vaccination requirements apply only to students attending ������Ƶ's ������Ƶ campus.

I am only taking Distanced Learning classes. Does the vaccination requirement apply to me?

• No. Students who are only enrolled in Distanced Learning courses will be exempt from this requirement.

What happens if I don’t submit my vaccination documentation?

• Failure to provide your vaccination documentation or exemption documents may result in a hold being placed on your student account. This hold could prohibit you from scheduling future classes.