COVID-19 Information and FAQs
Butler University follows CDC guidelines for COVID-19 policies and procedures, and those are subject to change based on updated recommendations. As of March 1st, 2024:
- The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ends the required 5-day COVID-19 isolation period.
- Individuals with COVID-19 or other respiratory illnesses may resume daily activities if they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the aid of fever reducing medications and if their symptoms are improving.
- The CDC recommends those infected with COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) practice good hand washing and wear a well-fitted mask for five days.
As of March 8th, 2024, the Butler University COVID-19 reporting form will no longer be required or available for students, staff or faculty. The Office of the Dean of Students will no longer be providing faculty absence notifications for COVID-19 as COVID-19 will now be treated the same as other respiratory illnesses.
The following FAQs are intended for all students who are experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 or have recently tested positive:
Get tested! If you would like to be seen at Health Services, please call (317) 940-9385 to schedule an appointment with a provider (not just a nurse).
- Butler University no longer has a campus-wide mask requirement.
- Students with a positive diagnosis are encouraged to wear a high-quality mask for 5 days if they must be around others at home and in public.
- Some students, faculty, and staff may opt to wear masks both in and out of the classroom. Masks may still be required by faculty and staff in classrooms, labs, or when meeting in private spaces. Individuals will be expected to comply with the requests of faculty or staff in these circumstances. The University will not tolerate disrespectful behavior toward any individual on campus regarding vaccination status, face masks, or any other reason.