Spring Semester Reminders: Prepare for In-Person Classes Resuming January 24

Updated: January 21, 2022 at 12:30pm

Dear NYFA LA Students,

Welcome to the Spring Semester 2022! This email includes NYFA LA’s information and reminders for Spring Semester 2022.

This email contains a LOT of information. You can refer back to it anytime as it will be saved in the LA Campus Updates on the NYFA Student Hub.

In this email you will find the following:

Spring Semester 2022 - REMINDERS
Campus Entry Information
On-Campus Information
Student Support

SPRING SEMESTER 2022 - REMINDERS
Spring Semester Classes

Spring Semester 2022 began January 10, 2022. Most classes began remotely. As of January 24, 2022, the majority of classes will be in-person and on-campus. All Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS) classes will be delivered remotely; however, other than LAS, there is not a remote learning option for Spring Semester.
- You will not be permitted on-campus if you have not met NYFA’s requirements to attend in-person activities. See below for Campus Entry Information.

CAMPUS ENTRY INFORMATION
Steps Required Before Attending Any NYFA Activity:
Read the NYFA COVID Safety Plan to ensure you have completed all required steps before attending any NYFA in-person activity. Here are 5 steps you must complete before coming to campus.

1. Vaccinations & Boosters
- NYFA requires all students and employees participating in NYFA-related activities (on-campus and off-campus) to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and up-to-date on booster vaccinations as soon as eligible.
  - More information can be found in NYFA's COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Policy and NYFA’s Covid Vaccination Requirement Update
- No one is permitted on campus if they haven't received their booster and are eligible. NYFA will resume a majority of in-person classes on January 24, 2022. A remote learning option will not be available.
- Students who submitted their vaccination information for Fall Semester are not required to re-submit their vaccination information for Spring Semester.
- If you have questions about your vaccination or booster status, contact the NYFA COVID-19 Team Administrator at covidteamla@nyfa.edu.

2. COVID-19 Testing
- Pre-Testing for Spring Semester
  - NYFA requires all students, faculty and staff to be tested for COVID-19, with an RT-PCR COVID-19 Diagnostic Test taken no earlier than January 3, 2022.
    - Verify with the testing site that you are receiving an RT-PCR test as other tests, including Rapid Antigen tests, will NOT be accepted.
  - Submit a report of your test results to the NYFA COVID-19 Team Administrator at covidteamla@nyfa.edu before the first day of in-person classes.
  - Your data will be FERPA protected and read and stored only by the NYFA COVID-19 Team Administrators trained to observe all relevant privacy laws.
  - Additional testing protocols are in place for productions per Appendix I in the NYFA COVID Safety Plan.
  - Here are links to RT-PCR testing sites:
- On-Campus Twice Weekly Testing
  - Individuals who are not fully vaccinated, or have an approved exemption, will be required to participate in twice weekly on-campus testing. NYFA has partnered with Binx Health to offer the community access to COVID-19 diagnostic testing. Those selected for twice weekly testing will be provided, at no cost, a self-administered nasal swab test on-campus. Read more about twice weekly testing here.
- Note: Any forged or altered medical documents, such as COVID-19 test result reports, are a violation of the Student Conduct Code and are illegal. Such behavior is subject to disciplinary action that can result in expulsion.
3. COVID-19 Safety Training
- Students are required to successfully complete all five modules of the NYFA COVID-19 Safety Training prior to the first day of classes. Students can take the COVID-19 Safety Training by logging into the NYFA Student Hub. If you have trouble logging into the Hub, contact support@nyfa.edu. If you have trouble with the training modules, contact covidteamla@nyfa.edu.
- Students who completed the training for Fall Semester are not required to take the training again for Spring Semester.
4. Acknowledgement
- Students are required to sign a COVID Acknowledgement Agreement pledging that they will use safe practices on and off campus. The pledge states:
  - “I understand that if I break my pledge - if I fail to adhere to the most current guidelines either on campus or off campus - I may face disciplinary action, up to and including revocation of permission to attend on-campus classes and activities, and in egregious cases, additional sanctions, which may include suspension or expulsion from NYFA.”
- Students who completed the Acknowledgement for Fall Semester are not required to complete the Acknowledgement again for Spring Semester.
5. NYFA COVID-19 Symptom Tracking
- All NYFA students, faculty, and staff are required to report their symptoms with the use of the NYFA COVID-19 Symptom Tracker on any day they are scheduled to attend a NYFA-related activity, including being present on campus or at an off-site production.
  - Your data will be FERPA protected and read and stored only by the NYFA COVID-19 Team Administrators trained to observe all relevant privacy laws.
- Click this link to access the NYFA COVID-19 Symptom Tracker App
  - Login: NYFA email address
  - Password: NYFA Student ID#
- After filling out the NYFA Symptom Tracker App, you will receive an email indicating either:
  - Cleared: Indicating you are permitted to come to campus and participate in NYFA activities
  - Not Cleared: Indicating you are not permitted to come to campus. If you receive this notice, contact the NYFA COVID Administration Team at covidteamla@nyfa.edu for further instructions.
  - Cleared with Surveillance Testing: Indicating you are permitted to come to campus, but you must participate in surveillance testing that day.
- PLEASE NOTE: THE NYFA SYMPTOM TRACKER MUST BE FILLED OUT THE SAME DAY YOU PLAN TO BE ON CAMPUS. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND FILLING OUT THE TRACKER BEFORE YOU ARRIVE, TO EXPEDITE YOUR ENTRY INTO THE BUILDINGS.
Health Requirements:
- It is imperative that all NYFA Health Requirements are followed are followed for Spring Semester 2022, including NYFA LA’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement (noted above). More details can be found on the NYFA Health Requirements website.
ON-CAMPUS INFORMATION
NYFA Badges and Clearance Stickers:
- Have your NYFA Badge ready to swipe for all NYFA-related activities.
  - Is your NYFA Badge missing or badly scuffed? Need a replacement? Email badges@nyfa.edu.
  - Are you a New Student? If you haven’t already picked up your NYFA Badge, you can pick up your badge at the Riverside Building front desk during regular business hours.
- Your NYFA Badge will be used to enter each NYFA building (Riverside, Barham, Burbank Studios).
  - After filling out the NYFA Symptom Tracker App, and receiving an email that you are “cleared” or “cleared with surveillance testing”, scan your NYFA badge when you come to campus.
    - Please Note: The NYFA Symptom Tracker must be filled out the SAME DAY you plan to be on campus. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND filling out the tracker BEFORE you arrive, to expedite your entry into the buildings.
  - Scan your NYFA Badge at the front desk entrance for each NYFA building (Riverside, Barham, Burbank Studios).
  - After scanning your NYFA Badge, you will receive a daily clearance sticker indicating you have been screened and are permitted to be on-campus. The daily clearance sticker must be visible at all times.
Reporting Cases or Concerns of COVID-19:
Are you worried you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 or know others have been exposed? Let us know. Help us keep NYFA safe. Contact NYFA’s COVID-19 Administration Team at covidteamla@nyfa.edu or call (747) 292-9992 for assistance.
- If you report a positive COVID-19 test result, the NYFA COVID-19 Administration Team will contact you to offer guidance, support, and assistance for your health and your academics.
  - This may include information about self-isolation, monitoring your symptoms, and seeking medical advice, as noted in NYFA Self-Quarantine and Self-Isolation Guidelines.
- When you have recovered from COVID-19, you will be welcome to participate in an in-person activity, provided you meet the conditions for entering campus as described in the NYFA Self-Quarantine and Self-Isolation Guidelines.
Masking:
- All students and employees, vaccinated and unvaccinated, are required to wear well-fitting N95 or KN95 respirator masks when indoors, on campus, and when participating in off-campus, indoor NYFA activities. NYFA will distribute to all students and employees one NYFA reusable multilayered filtering mask, which offers protection comparable to the protection provided by N95/KN95 respirator masks. A supply of disposable coverings will be available for temporary replacement for individuals who forget to bring their masks.
  - Coverings such as bandanas and “gaiter masks” or other facial coverings not of comparable quality will not be permitted.
- Masks must properly cover and be secure over the individual’s nose and mouth at all times while indoors.
- Students with medical conditions and/or disabilities, unable to wear a well-fitted, quality face covering, must request accommodations through the NYFA’s Accessibility Office (sas@nyfa.edu).
- If you notice anyone who is not following the masking requirements, please email covidteamla@nyfa.edu.
Eating on Campus:
- With increased spread of COVID-19 and the high transmissibility of the Omicron variant, NYFA LA will temporarily prohibit eating indoors on campus until there is a significant decline in cases in LA County.
  - As the Spring Semester progresses, NYFA’s COVID Task Force will be watching Los Angeles County COVID-19 metrics in order to determine a time at which we may again allow students to eat indoors at designated spaces on campus.
- Visit the Hub for current Eating on Campus Guidelines.
- For students in need of accommodations, please contact the Student Accessibility Services at sas@nyfa.edu.
Parking:
- Parking is limited. You are encouraged to plan ahead, pack your patience, and have a parking back-up plan.
  - Check out NYFA Parking information on the NYFA Hub to help you make your plan.
- NYFA is committed to being a good neighbor. NYFA students are expected to follow local parking laws, and to be respectful while interacting with the neighbors in the residential and professional community surrounding the NYFA campus.
- Riverside Building parking:
  - Parking at Riverside is free.
  - Parking is first come, first served.
  - A parking permit is required, after October 1, 2021. Click here to request a parking permit for the Riverside Building.
- Barham Building parking:
  - Parking on Forest Lawn Drive is free.
  - Limited monthly parking inside the garage is available at a cost.
How to Find Your Classes:
- When you receive your PDF schedule in your NYFA email, follow these steps to find the room, building, or Zoom link for your classes. How to Find Your Classes on the NYFA Hub.
STUDENT SUPPORTFinancial Support:
- Whether or not you are currently receiving or eligible for Federal or State financial assistance, please contact the Financial Aid office at financialaid@nyfa.edu to discuss your financial circumstances. See if you’re eligible to receive assistance through the pandemic relief.
Health, Mental Health, and Wellbeing:
If you are experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, worry, fears, and generally feeling overwhelmed during these continuing uncertain times, you are not alone.
- NYFA Counseling Services is eager to help students cope. Please reach out for support to CounselingLA@nyfa.edu.
- Counseling Services is offering therapeutic sessions, check-ins, group sessions, and other counseling services via Zoom and/or in-person to students who would like support.
- Check out the NYFA Well News with information, tips, and resources.
- For students enrolled in NYFASHIP who are residing in California, you also have access to Inpathy, if you need someone to talk to.
Security at NYFA:
- If you see something, say something. Report any activities or behaviors that are concerning security for the campus community. Contact NYFA Security at la.nyfasecurity@nyfa.edu or call 818-415-3837.
We are happy you’re back and wish you a successful semester! You can always review NYFA's COVID-19 Health and Campus Guidelines and Information and NYFA LA's Health and Campus Updates on the NYFA Student Hub. If you have questions, please contact ReturnToCampusLA@nyfa.edu.

Regards,

Dan Mackler
Chief Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President
Dean of NYFA Los Angeles

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