October 2021
Oct. 29, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Metropolitan Campus
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Wednesday, Oct. 27. The individual was last on-site Tuesday, Oct. 26, in MHCS 304 and began experiencing symptoms Wednesday, Oct. 27. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 28, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 28. The individual was last on-site Tuesday, Oct. 26, in WBT C110 and began experiencing symptoms Wednesday, Oct. 27. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Sunday, Oct. 24. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 20, in WLA B134 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 22. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 27, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Monday, Oct. 25. The individual was last on-site Friday, Oct. 22, in WSTEM D222 and began experiencing symptoms Saturday, Oct. 23. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Tuesday, Oct. 26. The individual was last on-site earlier that day in WAATC 16 and 25 and began experiencing symptoms after leaving campus. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 26, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Transportation Innovation Center, Western Campus and Jerry Sue Thornton Center
TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION CENTER
Given the number of COVID-19 cases recently reported at this site, on-ground classes have been relocated or postponed until Nov. 8 to ensure the health and safety of students, faculty and staff. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution. The College’s current on-campus weekly average COVID-19 positivity rate (as a percentage of total on-campus enrollment for fall semester) is 0.06%. Current positivity rates are 8.05% in Cuyahoga County; 8-9.9% in Ohio; and 5.07% nationwide. (Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Mayo Clinic.)
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Sunday, Oct. 24. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Oct. 21, in GT 208 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 22. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Monday, Oct. 25. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Oct. 21, in G 208 and began experiencing symptoms Saturday, Oct. 23. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
JERRY SUE THORNTON CENTER
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Sunday, Oct. 24. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 20, in JSTC 204 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 22. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 25, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Western Campus, Brunswick University Center and Transportation Innovation Center
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Monday, Oct. 18. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Oct. 14, in WLA 201 and began experiencing symptoms later that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
WESTERN CAMPUS AND BRUNSWICK UNIVERSITY CENTER
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Saturday, Oct. 23. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 20, in WTLC and Thursday, Oct. 21, in BUC 102 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 22. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION CENTER
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Saturday, Oct. 23. The individual was last on-site Friday, Oct. 22, in the Testing Center and offices and began experiencing symptoms later that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 22, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Metropolitan Campus and Transportation Innovation Center
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 21. The individual, who began experiencing symptoms Monday, Oct. 18, was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 20, in MTLC 156. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION CENTER
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 21. The individual, who began experiencing symptoms Tuesday, Oct. 19, was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 20, in TIC 127 and 128, the forklift training room, restrooms, employee and student lunchrooms and the copier room. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 20, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Metropolitan Campus
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Wednesday, Oct. 20. The individual was last on-site Tuesday, Oct. 19, in MTC 176 and began experiencing symptoms after leaving campus that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 18, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Wednesday, Oct. 13. The individual was last on-site Monday, Oct. 4, in WLA 200 and began experiencing symptoms Wednesday, Oct. 6. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 15, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Westshore Campus
WESTSHORE CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Wednesday, Oct. 13. The individual was last on-site Tuesday, Oct. 12, in SHCS 141H, 141C, atrium and first floor restrooms and began experiencing symptoms Wednesday, Oct. 13. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 14, 2021 -COVID-19 Cases at Eastern Campus and Transportation Innovation Center
EASTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Tuesday, Oct. 12. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Oct. 7, in EHCT 231 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 8. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION CENTER
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 14. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 13, in TIC 108, the testing center and nearby restrooms and left immediately once symptoms began. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 14, 2021 - Updated College Travel Policy
The College Travel Policy is being updated to permit domestic travel for business and/or educational purposes, commencing with the Spring 2022 semester. International travel will continue to be suspended until further notice. Please view the updated travel policy for details.
Oct. 12, 2021 - SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: VAX-2-SCHOOL
The Vax-2-School drawing will award a total of 150 $10,000 scholarships and five $100,000 scholarships for use at Tri-C or any Ohio college, university, technical/trade school or career program of the winner’s choosing. Visit ohiovax2school.com or call 833-427-5634 for eligibility information and to enter.
Social Distancing and Mask-Wearing Protocols
We’ve received a number of questions regarding recent changes to our social distancing and mask-wearing protocols. We understand that frequent changes can be confusing. Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have adjusted our plans and protocols in response to changes in the environment. With your health and safety as our top priority, we will continue to do so.
To clarify our current protocols:
As of Monday, Aug. 9, the social distancing requirement in classrooms is 3 feet. Social distancing in all other areas of the College will continue to be 6 feet. These guidelines follow recommendations from the CDC, the state and Cuyahoga County.
Workplace spacing assessments across the College are ongoing. If you have concerns about spacing in your work area, contact your supervisor, who will work with Risk Management.
- Masks must be worn properly inside any Tri-C building, regardless of your vaccination status.
- Fully vaccinated employees may remove their masks in certain situations:
If your workspace has a door and/or walls, dividers or plexiglass shields, you may remove your mask when alone. - If your workspace does not have a door and/or walls or dividers but is 6 feet or further from another person, you may remove your mask when alone.
- Masks must be worn in meetings of two or more individuals even when 6-foot social distancing is observed.
- Masks should be worn outdoors on College property wherever 6-foot social distancing cannot be maintained.
- All visitors must follow Tri-C’s masking and social distancing guidelines.
Students and contractors have been notified of the guidelines that apply to them. Signage has been placed in all buildings to notify individuals coming to a Tri-C campus or facility for the first time. Additionally, information will continue to be posted on our website and shared through social media.
Please contact Risk Management with other concerns or questions.
Oct. 12, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Metropolitan and Westshore Campuses
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Sunday, Oct. 10. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 6, in MTC 112 and began experiencing symptoms later that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Tuesday, Oct. 12. The individual was last on-site Friday, Oct. 8, in MCCA Black Box Theatre and began experiencing symptoms Saturday, Oct. 9. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
WESTSHORE CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 7. The individual was last on-site Monday, Oct. 4, in SHCS 243 and 256 and began experiencing symptoms Tuesday, Oct. 5. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and repeatedly in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 11, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Metropolitan Campus
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Friday, Oct. 8. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 6, in MLA 320 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 8. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Saturday, Oct. 9. The individual was last on-site Friday, Oct. 8, in a patrol vehicle and began experiencing symptoms later that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized today and in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
A third individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Sunday, Oct. 10. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 6, in MHCS 304 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 8. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 8, 2021 - COVID-19 Cases at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Friday, Oct. 8. The individual was last on-site Monday, Oct. 4, in WSS 208 as well as the Learning Commons, library, Media Services area, TLC, testing center and tutoring center. The individual began experiencing symptoms Tuesday, Oct. 5. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized today and in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure, including today.
Another individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Thursday, Oct. 7. The individual was last on-site Wednesday, Oct. 6, in WHTC 270D and began experiencing symptoms later that day. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized today and in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 7, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Metropolitan Campus
METROPOLITAN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Wednesday, Oct. 6. The individual was last on-site Monday, Oct. 4, in MAM 207 and the Creative Arts office and began experiencing symptoms Tuesday, Oct. 5. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized upon reporting of the exposure and in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 5, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Eastern Campus
EASTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Tuesday, Oct. 5. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Sept. 30, in EHTC 160 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Oct. 1. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 4, 2021 - Oct. 1, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Monday, Oct. 4. The individual was last on-site Friday, Oct. 1, in WHTC 159 and 274 and began experiencing symptoms Sunday, Oct. 3. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.
Oct. 1, 2021 - COVID-19 Case at Western Campus
WESTERN CAMPUS
An individual received a positive COVID-19 test result Tuesday, Sept. 28. The individual was last on-site Thursday, Sept. 23, in WHCS 221 and 230 and began experiencing symptoms Friday, Sept. 24. Areas visited by the individual were cleaned and sanitized in the course of normal operations since the date of exposure.