Marion Campus
UPDATE:
SUMMER 2021
On May 18, 2021, the IWU-Marion campus updated COVID protocols which will be in effect throughout the summer and into the fall.
- Those who are fully vaccinated can feel free not to use any additional COVID protocols.
- There are no mask mandates inside university buildings. Masks are encouraged for those that have not been vaccinated.
- As before, IWU continues to encourage COVID vaccination for all employees and students.
- The University reserves the right to adjust guidelines as new information emerges and conditions change.
FALL 2021
IWU is planning for normal operations to return to campus this fall and will not require the COVID vaccination in order for students/employees to return to campus for the fall semester. IWU recognizes the seriousness of COVID19 and the impact it has caused on many of our friends and family across the country and world. We will continue to ensure the learning and living environment on campus is as safe as possible but within the spectrum of allowing people to make personal decisions about vaccination. IWU believes the COVID19 vaccination is the best way to protect individuals from the pandemic but recognize there are many factors that may cause someone to elect not to become vaccinated and we will respect that choice. We reserve the right to adjust policies and practices based on health conditions at the local level as the coming months unfold. We would only do so after consultation with state and local health officials.
To view a message from IWU-Marion Chancellor, Dr. Rod Reed, click here.
VACCINATIONS:
IWU is encouraging all students/employees to get the COVID vaccine.
FACE COVERINGS:
The state of Indiana is moving toward the elimination of the state-wide mask mandate as of April 6th. The Governor has empowered local county government officials and health officers to determine the extent to which the mandate would, or would not be, in effect within their communities. Grant County has decided to keep the mask mandate in effect for all K-12 schools, as well as colleges/universities through at least April 30. Indiana Wesleyan University's residential campus will maintain our current mask requirements based on the local requirements along with the desire to keep our community safe as we finish the academic semester. Visitors to campus will be asked to adhere to the mask requirement at this time.
Indiana Wesleyan University seeks to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in a manner that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, employees, and campus visitors, while furthering the University’s mission, vision, and values. To that end, the IWU-Marion COVID Response Plan has been developed (and is regularly reviewed and updated) with guidance from government agencies, public health officials, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The IWU-Marion COVID Response Plan was developed by the IWU COVID-19 Taskforce (listed below), which is chaired by the Vice President of Operations and includes representatives from Student Development, Academic Affairs, Risk Management, School of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, and Wildcat Health Clinic. In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 on the IWU-Marion campus, the Taskforce has identified 5 stages of response that will be implemented as needed (depending on the number of positive cases on campus) for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The protocols included in the IWU-Marion COVID Response Plan are subject to change as leadership continues to monitor COVID-19 conditions and receives recommendations from state and local officials.
Wildcat Values
- The IWU-Marion COVID-19 Response Plan was developed in order to inform members of our community of protocols necessary to promote healthy behaviors. This plan is reflective of two Wildcat Values: kindness (being friendly, generous, considerate, and respectful of others) and humility (putting others first and having the attitude of Christ).
- Anyone who does not abide by IWU-Marion COVID-19 Response Plan places others in our community at risk and may be subject to disciplinary measures.
Wildcat Safe Seven Principles
All Wildcats are strongly encouraged to adopt the “ Wildcat Safe Seven ” principles
- Wildcats Take Care of Wildcats
- Always Wear Your Facial Covering
- Wash Your Hands Frequently
- Clean and Sanitize
- Stay at Least Six Feet Apart
- Monitor Your Health Everyday
- Have Questions? Reach out to the Wildcat Health Clinic (765-677-2206), visit IWU COVID-19 webpage (www.indwes.edu/covid-19) or email: covid19@indwes.edu.
IWU COVID-19 Taskforce
John Jones, Vice President of Operations
Keith Brakel, Executive Director Event & Conference Services
Mark DeMichael, Vice President of Student Development & Athletics
Matt Thompson, Dean of Residential Learning
Dr. Aly Williams, Vice President of Academic Affairs, College of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Rob Dawson, Dean, Pre-Licensure Nursing Division, School of Nursing
Karen Aaron, Clinical Director, Wildcat Health Center
Dr. Phil Renfroe, MD, MScPH - Chief Medical Officer, Indiana Health Centers
Neil Rush, Director of Risk Management & Title IX Coordinator
Dr. Andrea Summers, Campus Pastor & Dean of Spiritual Formation
Don Rowley, Assistant Vice President, Facilities Services
Cheryl Vore, Deputy Chief Information Officer, University Information Technology
Dr. Jim Vermilya, Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Strategic Operations