What to Expect On Campus

Instruction will be remote through Jan. 28, with in-person instruction resuming Monday, Jan 31. Classrooms will be at typical capacities, with resources for instructors and students as they transition back to in-person teaching and learning.

UC Merced remains committed to research and lab safety. Research spaces will be at typical capacities.

Move-in for Spring 2022 is being staggered through Jan 30.  Students should look for email communications fro Housing regraind the process to reserve their move-in time. Campus housing is at typical capacities.

UC Merced remains committed to cleanliness and appropriate building air filtration. Sanitization wipes and face coverings will be available for personal use.

Campus dining will be open for "grab and go" option, with limited seating at the Pavilion until late Jan. Campus dining will remain responsive to COVID-19 mitigation measures.

Until further notice, no events or gatherings (except in instructional settings) with more than 50 attendees will be held.

No in-person events until at least Jan. 31, 2022. Events between Feb. 1 and Feb. 14, 2022 require approval by Student Affairs.

Athletics will follow NCAA guidance. Spectators will be required to wear face coverings.

Paid parking remains in effect. Various paid parking payment options are available.  Shuttles will continue to operate on the same scheduled as during fall semester.