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 Updated guidance on COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses

As of February 4, 2025, Stanford University has updated policies and guidance for managing COVID-19, influenza, and other respiratory illnesses, based on recommendations from the university’s Public Health Steering Committee and in accordance with California Department of Public Health guidelines.

Masking is no longer required in most spaces. However, it is strongly recommended to mask when ill with respiratory symptoms. CDC recommends that individuals recovering from a respiratory illness mask around others for 5 days after fever resolution. Learn more here about face mask provision at Stanford. Per County of Santa Clara Public Health Order, masking is required in patient care areas of healthcare delivery facilities through March 31st.

Find more information for guidance for when you are sick, here.

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Vaccinations

• Stanford strongly recommends all community members and participants of Executive Education programs be vaccinated and up-to-date with CDC booster recommendations. 

Face Coverings

• Stanford strongly recommends individuals wear a face mask when symptomatic.

• Stanford encourages everyone to respect the choices that individuals make about their own masking in many settings.

Illness

• Should you feel ill during the program, please inform the Stanford Executive Program (SEP) Team. They will follow up with further guidance. 

  • • Virtual Participation: In-person programs are designed to optimize the in-person learning experience. While we will do our best to provide alternative class access, we cannot guarantee virtual participation should you have to isolate.

These safety measures are subject to change based on University guidelines.