Frequently Asked Questions

While it is not currently a requirement, Barry University strongly encourages members of the University community to get a COVID-19 vaccine to protect their own health and promote community health and well-being.

Face covering requirements remain in place for all individuals while indoors in shared spaces at all Barry University locations.  Additionally, all members of the Barry community who have not been vaccinated for COVID-19 must continue to wear a face covering in outdoor group settings, and self-quarantine after travel. Refer to the COVID-19 travel policy and the Quarantine and Isolation policy for more information.

As we have throughout the global crisis, we are calling upon all members of our university community to Take the Lead in promoting health and safety. Members of the community who have not been vaccinated are expected to adhere to these policies to protect their health, and that of others who have also not been vaccinated.

While COVID-19 vaccines are not mandatory, we are requesting all students, faculty and staff report their vaccine to the University, so we can make informed decisions with respect to evolving health and safety protocols on campus. Similar to other protected health information, individual data will not be shared. Student information will only be accessible to Student Health Services. Faculty and staff information will only be accessible to Human Resources. Aggregated information will inform our institutional COVID-19 public health policies.

Students who received the vaccine out of state can report their immunization through the Student Health Portal. Students who received the shot in the state of Florida will be automatically reported.

Faculty and staff can report their immunization through Workday.

SARS-CoV2 (COVID-19) testing is a vital component in identifying who may be contagious and mitigating the spread of the disease within the Barry University community. Barry University will be performing diagnostic viral testing on the main campus for symptomatic (vaccinated or unvaccinated) students, faculty and staff or for those with confirmed exposure to COVID-19 who have not been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. A healthcare practitioner within Student Health Center will make the final determination whether COVID-19 testing is medically necessary. Any student, faculty or staff who is unable to come to the main campus for testing will be referred to their primary care physician or a community-based testing center.

If a student, faculty or staff member develops symptoms, or tests positive for COVID-19, this must be reported immediately to the university by completing the COVID-19 Initial Notification form. Students, faculty and staff who have a confirmed exposure to the virus must also complete the COVID-19 Initial Notification Form. The university has contracted with Scrivas, which will initiate Contact Tracing procedures in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 at university locations.

Nobody (including those who are vaccinated) should come to campus with symptoms including, but not limited to, fever, cough, shortness of breath, new onset loss of taste or smell, muscle aches, sore throat, chills, headache, nausea/vomiting, congestion.

Meetings and events may take place indoors, in compliance with face covering requirements. However, a virtual/hybrid option should be provided in addition to the in-person option. Additionally, outdoor meeting and event locations should be considered when possible.

Please look to our official social media accounts and websites for accurate information. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

If you have a concern about the measures Barry University has taken to promote health and safety, you can contact Human Resources at hrsupport@barry.edu or you can contact Student Health Services at (305) 899- 3750 or healthservices@barry.edu.

We understand that not everyone may be ready to return to fully in-person activity and want to ensure the continuity of your Barry education. Students who need to participate remotely should have received communication about possibilities specific to their program or degree.

Please visit this site for information on how your individual courses will be delivered.

Barry’s IT Support Desk is available for questions at: 1-305-899-3604. Information regarding hours is available here.

For any issues with Canvas, the following support is available:

• Student support for Canvas is available 24x7, 365 days a year by calling the toll-free number at 1-855-976-8669
• Chat Live with the Canvas Support Hotline: https://cases.canvaslms.com/liveagentchat?chattype

Tuition will not be adjusted for courses that are offered remotely or switched to remote instruction during the semester. Our faculty are committed to delivering quality academic instruction, maintaining our standards and meeting or exceeding accreditation requirements.

We have enhanced our dynamic, interactive technology that will allow for productive and inclusive participation both in-person and from afar.

The Technology Fee is assessed for all students enrolled at Barry University. It supports a wide range of technology associated with the university, including elements necessary for remote learning such as cloud-based software tools, platforms for remote instruction, maintaining IT support and enhancing WiFi on campus which, among other things, is utilized to integrate in-person and remote individuals during class.

We are planning for a return to full capacity at all campuses and sites for Fall 2021, provided pandemic conditions permit. All academic divisions are working diligently to transition programs at all levels, reflective of the ideal method of educational delivery as well as the needs of our students.  

The majority of undergraduate classes are planned for in-person on campus, provided pandemic conditions allow.  At the graduate level, and in select undergraduate programs in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, program directors will tailor the delivery method specific to their program.  

With public health guidance changing as the vaccine rollout progresses, our in-person protocols are being continuously adjusted in order to reflect the latest guidance. Refer to the Health and Safety webpage for more information.

All services will continue to be available to students, whether delivered in-person or remotely.

All main campus dining options and the bookstore, as well as the fitness center, the library, the pool, and all services will be available to students, at full capacity as conditions permit. In the event of an outbreak on campus or the implementation of local government restrictions, some facilities may become unavailable. The university will make decisions as needed to promote health and well-being within the community.

All main campus dining options will be available to employees and students at full capacity, provided pandemic conditions permit.

We are planning for a return to full capacity at all campuses and sites for Fall 2021, provided pandemic conditions permit. All academic divisions are working diligently to transition programs at all levels, reflective of the ideal method of educational delivery as well as the needs of our students.  

The majority of undergraduate classes are planned for in-person on campus, provided pandemic conditions allow.  At the graduate level, and in select undergraduate programs in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, program directors will tailor the delivery method specific to their program.  

With public health guidance changing as the vaccine rollout progresses, our in-person protocols are being continuously adjusted in order to reflect the latest guidance. Refer to the Health and Safety webpage for more information.

All services will continue to be available to students, whether delivered in-person or remotely.

Our dynamic technology will enable us to transition from in-person to remote instruction if needed, and even to pivot individual classes should it become necessary.

While it is impossible to predict what restrictions local, state or federal government officials may put in place, it is our intention to continue to serve all our residential students should a Safer at Home order be put in effect, as long as we can do so in a way that best promotes health and safety. In this case, we would expect all students to comply with the requirements of the order and “shelter in place” within their residence hall.

All main campus dining options and the bookstore, as well as the fitness center, the library, the pool, and all services will be available to students, at full capacity as conditions permit. In the event of an outbreak on campus or the implementation of local government restrictions, some facilities may become unavailable. The university will make decisions as needed to promote health and well-being within the community.

All main campus dining options will be available to employees and students at full capacity, provided pandemic conditions permit.

Barry will continue performing rapid testing on the Miami Shores campus for students, faculty and staff experiencing symptoms, and contact tracing within the Barry community. Anyone who develops symptoms, tests positive for COVID-19 or has confirmed exposure to COVID-19 and is not vaccinated will be required to quarantine. Refer to the Quarantine and Isolation Policy on the COVID-19 Policies page for more information.

Our dynamic interactive technology will allow us to seamlessly pivot between in-person and remote learning, as warranted. If needed, we have the ability for a full university pivot, for as long as warranted to promote health and safety.

We have quarantine and isolation protocols in place for our residential student population.

It is important that each member of the Barry University community take the lead in preventing respiratory illness and protecting all members of our community. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and those around you. Additionally, all of us must follow the latest guidance with respect to physical distancing, face coverings and hygiene.