Flu Vaccine Requirements
RIT is requiring that students, faculty, and staff who will be on campus for any reason receive a seasonal flu vaccination by January 25, 2021, the start of Spring Semester. Flu shots administered in the United States after August 1, 2020, are being accepted.
Getting the seasonal flu immunization vaccine is one of the most important things we can do for our health and others this year. Experts recommend flu shots for nearly every demographic—children, adults, and elderly individuals. This year, in the midst of a global pandemic, immunization against the flu is even more important. Symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu can be similar, and the two illnesses may be difficult to distinguish. The convergence of the expected flu season along with COVID-19 may present individuals with potential for severe respiratory illnesses.
For Students
Students must provide proof of having received the seasonal flu immunization vaccine by submitting documentation to the Wellness Portal. Proof must include full name, date of birth, and the date in which the flu shot was administered.
For Faculty and Staff
Faculty and staff should provide proof by using the RIT Employee Self Serve portal. Instructions are available on the HR website. Proof must include name, date, and documentation that it was a flu shot.