Plans and Guidelines
Updated May 5, 2021
Ball State continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide a safe and healthy environment for our faculty, staff, students, and community. Learn more.
Students and employees who received positive test results from any provider other than the University's Student Health Center or IU Health must self-report that they have tested positive through the Ball State COVID-19 self-reporting form. (Those who are tested at the Student Health Center do not need to complete this form.) Complete the form.
Ball State University has developed procedures in accordance with the CDC and Indiana State Department Of Health guidelines for testing, as well as procedures for the isolation, quarantine, and contact tracing of individuals who test positive for COVID-19. Learn more.
Through our partnership with IU Health, Ball State University is providing free virtual COVID-19 screenings to our faculty, staff, and students. Learn more.
Our continued response to the COVID-19 pandemic for Spring 2021 requires the implementation of various procedures to create a safe place to work and learn. Learn more.
Our travel standards provide guidance for international travel, study abroad, domestic travel, and reimbursements for canceled work-related travel. Learn more.
The David Owsley Museum of Art Opening Guidelines provide general safety recommendations for visitors. Learn more.
The COVID-19 Event Management and Community Engagement Guidebook has been created to assist in the safe planning of events. Learn more.
The L. A. Pittenger Student Center plan provides details on services currently available for faculty, staff, students and the community. Learn more.
The Recreation Services Plan includes details on disinfecting high-use equipment and areas, spacing out equipment, and class size limits while continuing to offer exercise, play sports, and fun. Learn more.
The Dining Services Plan details the measures Ball State has taken for the safety of students, employees, and the community. This includes creating safe spaces for in-person dining and extending food service hours to reduce the number of patrons at one time. Learn more.
The University Libraries COVID-19 Operations Plan details the measures Ball State has taken for the safety of students, employees, and community members. This includes physical distancing measures and promotion of curbside and remote services. Learn more.
An employee who has been authorized to return to work on campus will be required to complete a self-certification form prior to returning. Essential employees who have continued working on campus will also be required to promptly complete the form. Complete the assessment.
Ball State University provides teleworking and flexible work options because these arrangements support a variety of University goals related to recruitment and retention, sustainability, excellence, financial savings, and well-being. Read the guidelines.
Additional Resources
Supervisor Guidance Resources
Supervisors can consult the following resources to effectively address concerns or initiate conversations with employees about COVID-19 topics.
Ball State is encouraging socially responsible behavior on campus and in the community, which includes requirements for face masks. Learn more.
Testing is available on-campus at the Student Health Center.
Alternatively, the Indiana Department of Health provides a map of testing sites around the state. In Muncie, there is an ISDH/Optum Test Site at 401 N Country Club Road. View the map.
Download and print a sign asking others to wear a mask or shield, then post it outside classrooms and around your work space to show that you care. We have two signs, depending on your needs: one for locations were a face mask is recommended and another for where one is required. Learn more.
Find guidelines on physical distancing, mask wearing, and other best practices for Ball State employees to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the guidelines.
Read FAQs about procuring face masks, cleaning supplies, or anything else related to our COVID-19 response and transition. Read FAQs.
The CDC's latest information regarding the spread of COVID-19. Learn more.
Information Technology provides resources and information for you if you need to work from home or teach students remotely. Learn more.
Working Well provides a total wellbeing resource known as Lifeworks along with the option of telephonic or onsite counseling. Learn more.
Find information about Disability Services response to COVID-19. Read FAQs (PDF).
Medical Request for Leave of Absence
Employees are advised to reach out to:
Brittany Busko
Coordinator of ADA and Leave Adminstration Programs
University Human Resource Services
Ball State University
765-285-1036
Fax 765-285-8663
bkbusko@bsu.edu
Read answers to frequently asked questions staff have about Ball State's response to COVID-19. Learn more.