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Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSIf Traveling from Outside the U.S.International travel poses additional risks and even fully vaccinated travelers are at increased risk for gettingand possibly spreading new COVID-19 variants. Do not travel internationally unless you are fully vaccinated. Review and follow all CDC international travel guidance.Effective December 6, 2021, all international air travelers must adhere to the following federal guidelines:Prior to boarding a plane from a foreign country to the U.S. All travelers* must get a COVID-19 viral test regardless of vaccination status and citizenship. You must showyour negative result to the airline before you board your flight. The timing of required testing depends onyour vaccination status:- Fully vaccinated travelers: must show proof of full vaccination and a negative COVID-19 viral test resultfrom a sample taken no more than 1 day before the flight’s departure.- Travelers without proof of being fully vaccinated: must show a negative viral test result from a sample takenno more than 1 day before the flight’s departure.*Only the following people do not need to get a viral test: children under 2 years of age and people whohave recovered from COVID-19 in the past 90 days and have appropriate “documentation of recovery.” SeeRequirement for Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test or Documentation of Recovery from COVID-19 for details. All travelers must provide contact information to the airlines. This will be used to identify and contact peoplein the U.S. who may have been exposed to COVID-19 or other communicable disease. All non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. immigrants traveling to the U.S. by air must provide proof of fullvaccination against COVID-19. Only limited exceptions apply. For more information about this requirement,visit the CDC’s page for non-U.S. citizen travelers.After arriving in the U.S. Get a viral COVID-19 test 3-5 days after travel regardless of vaccination status. Quarantine if you are not fully vaccinated and have not recovered from COVID-19 in the past 90 days. Youshould self-quarantine for 7 full days even if your test is negative. If you don’t get tested, it is recommendedyou should quarantine for 10 full days after travel. Self-quarantining at home or in your hotel room isrequired for non-fully-vaccinated non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. immigrants permitted to travel by airthrough an exception.Note: For non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. immigrants who are not fully vaccinated and were permitted to travel byair through an exception: If you intend to stay in the U.S. for 60 days or longer, you must become fully vaccinatedagainst COVID-19 within 60 days of arriving in the U.S. or as soon as medically appropriate, unless you have amedical contraindication or are too young to be vaccinated.8 / 21

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSEveryone who plans to travel outside of the U.S. should check the entry and exitrequirements of the countries you intend to visit.U.S. Citizens/U.S. Nationals/Lawful Permanent Residents/Immigrants If traveling by air to the U.S. and fully vaccinated: obtain a COVID test within 3 days of departure and 3-5days after arrival in the U.S. If traveling by air to the U.S. and NOT fully vaccinated: obtain a COVID test within 24 hours of departureand 3-5 days after arrival in the U.S. You will also be required to quarantine for 7 days after arrival in the U.S.Non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. Immigrants You must be fully vaccinated to come to the U.S., as only rare exceptions apply. If traveling by air to the U.S. and fully vaccinated, obtain a COVID test 24 hours prior to departure and3-5 days after arrival.If you obtain a COVID-19 vaccine in your home country, you may also receive one of the U.S. Emergency UseAuthorization vaccines. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health accepts vaccines that are on theWorld Health Organization (WHO) Emergency Use Listing (EUL).At this time, vaccines that are on the WHO EUL list include: Moderna Covishield Pfizer Sinopharm BIBP Johnson & Johnson SinovacInternational TravelNot Fully Vaccinated Astrazeneca Sputnik VFully VaccinatedXXNegative test mustbe collected within1 day of flightMust show proof of fullvaccination and a negativetest must be collected within1 day of flight.Wear a mask and take otherprecautions during travelXXGet a rapid test before leaving theairport at your final destination,if available.XXGet tested 3-5 days after returningto the U.S.XXQuarantine upon return for 7 days for 10 days if not testedXSelf-monitor for symptoms for14 days post travelXGet tested before travel (requiredbefore boarding a plane to the oronavirus/traveladvisory.htm9 / 21Recovered from COVID-19within past 90 daysNo test required as longas appropriate proofof “documentationof recovery”XX

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSOn-Campus Guidelines: Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19As a community of care at Azusa Pacific, we commit to our responsibility in maintaining the following practicesto reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19:Practice good hygiene Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. Wash your hands frequently throughout the day (especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing).Practice frequent hand washing for 20 seconds, especially before eating and drinking and after using thetoilet. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer (at least 70%) when there is not immediate access to a handwashing facility. Note that hand sanitizer does not work if the hands are soiled. When possible, avoid using other people’s phones, desks, offices, work tools, and equipment. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze (using your inner elbow). Avoid close contact with people known to be sick. To limit the amount and severity of illness in our community, get a flu shot and COVID-19 vaccination whenavailable and in consultation with your medical professional. Keep your personal items (e.g., cell phones) and personal and living spaces clean.Sanitize often Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches,countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks. If surfaces are dirty, clean them. Use detergent or soap and water, then use a household disinfectant. Mostcommon EPA-registered household disinfectants will work.Follow university rules regarding visitorsAll visitors to any campus space, indoor or outdoor, must follow APU requirements related to COVID-19. Priorto arrival, visitors must complete the APU Visitor’s Health Assessment form.All visitors must abide by the APU requirements related to COVID-19. Students are responsible for their guestswhile they are on campus, and may be held accountable for the actions of their guests.Residential students are allowed to have visitors in their university housing. Anyone visiting the residence ofanother individual must wear a mask, including the residents of that living space. When meeting with otherswho are not your roommate(s), we highly encourage gathering outside.10 / 21

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSMonitor your health Monitoring includes checking for symptoms potentially related to COVID-19 and taking your temperature. If you have ANY symptoms potentially related to COVID-19 or a temperature of 100ºF or above, regardless ofyour vaccination status, you should isolate yourself from others and let the Student Health Center know viathe Symptom Tracker. Seek immediate medical attention if your symptoms become severe, including persistent pain or pressure inthe chest, confusion, or bluish lips or face. If symptoms start to develop, minimize contact and reduce spread by wearing a mask and isolate yourselffrom others in your on-campus or off-campus residence. Regardless of your vaccination status, fill out your Symptom Tracker if you develop symptoms. Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19. This isespecially important if you are running essential errands, going into an office or workplace, or are in settingswhere it may be difficult to keep a physical distance of 6 feet. Take your temperature if you develop symptoms or feel ill. Follow CDC guidance on what to do if symptoms develop.Practice physical distancing Physical distancing is no longer required except in the event of an outbreak (3 or more) or major outbreak(20 or more). You will be notified if any of these events occur and they impact you. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home. If possible, allow the sick individual tohave their own room and bathroom.- If they are unable to have their own bathroom, wipe down high-touch surfaces after use.- When in common areas with a sick individual, make sure everyone is wearing a cloth face mask and limitthe time you are together with them in an enclosed space. For those who are not vaccinated, it is a good idea to put distance between yourself and other people outsideof your home, especially when indoors.- Remember that some people without symptoms may be able to spread the virus.- Keeping distance from others is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.Where possible, avoid large gatherings or crowded spaces, especially if you are uncomfortable or you do notknow the vaccination status of others.- Limit mixing indoors with those who are not your roommates. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, using your inner elbow.11 / 21

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSWear a face coveringThe most recent L.A. County Health Officer Order, which APU follows, requires all individuals, regardless ofvaccination status, to wear a cloth face cover (excluding bandanas) when indoors. If you are not vaccinatedor have not had natural infection, or have a chronic medical health issue, you may want to consider wearinga surgical mask or a KN95 or N95. Students are encouraged to wear a mask when in outdoor crowded na2019/masks/) Students are not required to wear a mask outdoors, regardless of vaccination status. Face coverings/masks arerecommended outdoors for students who are not fully vaccinated if 6 feet of distance cannot be maintained. Students must wear masks while in line and while riding the trolley. The cloth face cover is meant to protect not only you, but also other people, in case you are infected. We cantransmit viral particles in the air when we talk or laugh and can spread COVID-19 to others even if we do notfeel sick. Face coverings need to be worn over the nose and mouth, replaced, and cleaned, as needed. Students who have medical conditions or high-risk factors may need to wear face coverings continuously. For students living in university housing, face coverings do not need to be worn when you are in yourresidence with roommates. Masks do need to be worn by everyone when visitors are in the resident’s space. See CDPH Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings for further information. Those seeking exemption fromwearing a face covering for medical reasons should contact the Office of Accessibility and Disability Resources(ADR) at [email protected] are required to wear face coverings indoors but may remove them under the following conditions: When a student is alone in a nonpublic area or room. While eating or drinking outside or in designated dining areas, provided students are at least 6 feet apart, or,if indoors, outside air supply to the area has been maximized to the extent feasible. Students who cannot wear face coverings due to a medical condition or disability, or who are hearingimpaired or communicating with a hearing-impaired person, can seek an accommodation from the ADR. If you have an approved accommodation, you may wear an effective, nonrestrictive alternative, such as a faceshield with a drape on the bottom, if your condition permits it. Apply for accommodations through ADR. For limited periods during certain supervised activities, under an approved departmental policy thatprovides alternative mitigation measures (if this exception applies to you, you will hear from your programor department).Safety Precautions in Physical Classrooms To reduce risks, we highly encourage students to disinfect your learning area before and after the class period.This includes tables, desks, seats, and any shared learning materials. Disinfecting wipes will be provided in theclassroom. In addition to individual cleaning protocols, Facilities Management will routinely disinfect classrooms andlearning environments according to health expert recommendations. Follow any additional guidelines from your instructor based on safety precautions in classrooms.12 / 21

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSAdditional Guidance Students engaged in certain high-risk programs and activities may have requirements in addition to thosestated in this training manual. In that event, your department will reach out to you with department-specificprotocols and additional details (e.g., Residence Life, Athletics, Clinicals, College of the Arts, etc.). Departments may have specific protocols for when students need activity-based exceptions to the indoormask mandate. Residential students will receive information regarding any additional requirements as they return to campus.Regional Campus Standards Protocols in this training were developed for the Azusa campus and align with L.A. County requirements. For regional campus locations, except where specified, all of the same safety protocols will apply, even if fewerrequirements are imposed by the county in which the regional campus is located. If that county’s requirements are more stringent than L.A. County’s, that county’s requirements will apply foranyone working at or visiting that campus.Campus Safety We encourage students to have their student identification cards with them or use the virtual ID card optionon the APU Now app while they are on campus. All employees will be wearing lanyard identification cards, sostudents will be able to identify university employees.Student Employment Student employees will also be required to review the Spring 2022 COVID-19 On-Campus EmployeeTraining Guide in Total Access and complete the accompanying acknowledgment and certification withinfive business days of beginning work on campus. Students already working on campus also need to completethis requirement within five business days of receiving this notice. Student employees will need to obtainweekly COVID testing and perform daily Symptom Tracker evaluations if they are not vaccinated or have notsubmitted documentation of immunity or a positive COVID test. Student employees must use the MyCougar Health Portal to submit their Symptom Tracker.What to Expect from University Employees In most cases, the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and standards are the same for employees onuniversity premises as they are for students, including expectations related to the use of face coverings. Vaccination is strongly encouraged for university employees but not required.Off-Campus Expectations We highly discourage large gatherings of students at off-campus residences in order to reduce the risk ofCOVID-19 transmission. Likewise, we strongly encourage students who live off-campus to follow the same rules for masking thaton-campus residents have to follow. If a COVID-19 outbreak occurs from any off-campus gathering that did not comply with applicablegovernment orders or regulations or APU rules related to reducing the spread of COVID-19, studentsinvolved in the gathering will be subject to the judicial affairs process, and may be suspended. An outbreak isconsidered 3 COVID-19 positive cases.13 / 21

Destination APUPROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY ON CAMPUSSymptom Checks and Surveillance TestingWe encourage all students to consider how to reduce risk to themselves and others. Although we areencouraging all students able and eligible to receive the vaccine to do so, we also recognize that some ofour students may have acquired immunity related to having had COVID-19 infection. We are stronglyencouraging all students to either be fully vaccinated or to provide documentation of natural immunity.Fully Vaccinated Having received two doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, or one dose of theJanssen vaccine, or the recommended complete series of a COVID-19 vaccine on the WHO EUL list. Upload documentation of the above to the MyCougar Health Portal.Natural Immunity Having had COVID-19 infection that was confirmed with a test. Please upload the test result to theMyCougar Health Portal. If you believe you had COVID-19 infection but did not obtain a test, you may obtain a blood test forIgG antibodies to SARS-CoV-2. Please upload this test result to the MyCougar Health Portal.Students who submit documentation of vaccination or natural immunity will be exempted from having toengage in weekly surveillance testing and the daily Symptom Tracker. If breakthrough cases begin occurring ona large scale, testing and Symptom Tracker requirements may change. In addition, any student who developspotential symptoms of COVID-19 is required to notify the Student Health Center via the Symptom Tracker,even if they have been vaccinated or have natural immunity.Students who have NOT submitted COVID-19 vaccine or natural immunity documents are required to fill outthe Symptom Tracker and perform weekly surveillance testing.Symptom Tracking Residential students should complete the Symptom Tracker every day. Commuter students who live off campus should fill out the Symptom Tracker every weekday (MondayFriday, regardless of being on campus) and also on weekends each day they come to campus, prior toarriving on campus. Athletes: You may have additional requirements from the Athletics Department. The athletics testingrequirement does not count for surveillance testing, unless the athlete uploads their test results to theMyCougar Health Portal. Academic Expectations: In order to participate in certain coursework, you may have additional requirementsfrom your academic department(s). If there are any additional expectations, your academic department(s)will contact you directly. In order to complete your symptom checks, log in to the MyCougar Health Portaland select the COVID-19 tab. Symptom checks are required before

Azusa Pacific University is committed to educating our community on how to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and demonstrate our care for one another. Please carefully review the following information on the expectations of returning to campus, and how we as a community share the responsibility in maintaining a safe living and learning environment.