If you are attending a gathering, think about the steps you need to take to protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19.
Make sure you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines.
In general, people do not need to wear masks when outdoors.
If you are sick and need to be around others, or are caring for someone who has COVID-19, wear a mask.
If the COVID-19 Community Level where you live is
Low
Wear a mask based on your personal preference, informed by your personal level of risk.
Medium
If you are at risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about wearing masks indoors in public.
If you live with or will gather with someone at risk for severe illness, wear a mask when indoors with them.
High
If you are 2 or older, wear a well-fitting mask indoors in public, regardless of vaccination status or individual risk (including in K-12 schools and other community settings).
If you are at risk for severe illness, wear a mask or respirator that provides you with greater protection.
Testing before a gathering can give you information about your risk of spreading COVID-19.
Consider using a self-test before joining indoor gatherings with others who do not live in your household.
Stay home if you test positive, even if you do not have symptoms.
Stay home if you are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.
Communicate with the people you will meet with about prevention strategies.
UPDATE (5/13/2021): Fully vaccinated people will no longer be required to wear a mask for on-campus activities.
UPDATE(1/2/2022): We are asking all people to consider wearing a face mask and limiting contact.
UPDATE(2/3/2022): Mask wearing as optional. People may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask.