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Covid-19: UConn Announces New Vaccine Requirement For Employees

The University of Connecticut has announced a new vaccine requirement for its employees.

University of Connecticut campus

University of Connecticut campus

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The university announced on Tuesday, Aug. 17 that in addition to its vaccine mandate for students, all employees must show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Friday, Oct. 15. 

This applies to employees at the University of Connecticut and UConn Health.

The decision was made due to the rise in cases of the delta variant and as in-person classes are set to begin, the university said. 

UConn added that individuals can request a medical or religious exemption or a limited deferral. Those who are granted an exemption or deferral will be required to be tested weekly. 

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