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Both the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan plan on having students back on campus in the fall.
The fall term is being described as a transitional one by both schools as they plan to continue offering some classes remotely.
Health and safety protocols will continue to be in place come September as students can expect masking, sanitizing, physical distancing and other measures as they return to their campuses.
“We will continue to prioritize the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff in the coming months as we work toward a return to more normal campus activities,” Dr. david Gregory, the interim provost and vice-president of the University of Regina, said in a release.
“In the meantime, we encourage all members of the campus community to receive their vaccinations when their turn comes, and continue observing all current public health directives.”
Neither university said students would be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before returning to campus.
Peter Stoicheff, the president and vice-chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan, says an updated return plan will be unveiled in a few weeks.
“For all students, faculty, and staff, I know there is growing excitement — and some apprehension — as we move towards the fall term,” Stoicheff said in a release. “September will present a significant step towards the campus life and in-person experiences we remember.
“There is more planning to do, and additional details about how the fall will look will be announced over the coming weeks.”
Students at both schools will be able to see their course offerings through registration, and will be able to see how their courses are being delivered.
Both universities believe they will fully transition out of pandemic operations by the time the winter semester rolls around in January.
