Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for the SBCC Community
Update for Spring 2022
In order to limit the spread of COVID-19 as much as possible, we are making important changes to Spring 2022 semester operations.
- Until April 4, all students and employees must wear an N95 or KN95 to enter any SBCC facility. These will be provided at check-in tables.
- Beginning April 4, masks will still be required, but you may choose to wear any mask aligned with CDC guidance (for instance, surgical or multi-layer cloth).
- Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, is strongly encouraged to get tested upon return from Spring Break. Testing is also recommended when there is concern of an exposure or you are feeling symptomatic. Information on testing options is available here. Rapid antigen tests will also be available for students, faculty and staff at the check-in tables for anyone interested.
- SBCC’s indoor mask mandate will continue throughout the semester, and end on May 14.
- SBCC’s vaccine requirement and associated requirements remain the same. This means those with exemptions from the requirement must continue to be tested weekly. Testing will continue to be available on campus throughout the semester.
- Wristbands will continue to be required to enter campus buildings and in-person classes for the remainder of the semester.
*Student-athletes must continue to follow testing guidelines required by Athletic Department.
This page will be regularly maintained and updated as SBCC COVID protocols continue to evolve in order to keep our policies aligned with public health guidance.
4 Key Steps for a Safer Campus
Vax.
SBCC's vaccine requirement remains in effect.
Test.
Testing requirements remain in place for unvaccinated, symptomatic, close contacts and/or a recent positive test.
Check.
Complete a daily health survey on Cleared4 to get a wristband.
Mask.
Wear a KN-95 or N-95 mask at check-in tables, indoors and in class.
Coming to Campus
Checking In
See hours and locations for all check-in tables on all campuses
Testing Info
Need to get tested? Click for dates, times, and locations at all three campuses
Visiting Campus
Coming on-campus? Here's what you need to know about the check-in process
Return to Campus Flyers
Questions?
Contact our COVID Response Team!
COVID Response Coordinator Team
Frequently Asked Questions
General
N-95 or similar masks are required indoors in all campus facilities regardless of vaccination status. Masks are optional outdoors.
As of October 1, 2021, vaccination - or a combination of an approved exemption, weekly negative COVID-19 PCR tests, and wearing a KN/N-95 mask - will be required for all students, faculty, and staff to enter any college building, teaching location or in-person class.
Members of the public 12+* years old visiting campus on a limited basis and entering any college building or facility are also subject to this requirement, and must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken within the prior 7 days, and complete a health survey.
*Starting January 1, 2022 children 5+ years old will need proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test to attend indoor events on campus.
Read the Board Resolution here.
Students: you can request a student ID be mailed to you or you may get one in person at the Office of Student Life in Campus Center.
Employees: Visit Campus Safety for ID cards and stickers.
Do not come to campus. Fill out Cleared4 so that the COVID Response Team can initiate the contact tracing process.
For Students
No, you only need to check in and get your wristband once daily. If you lose your wristband, please return to a check-in table to get another one.
You will not be allowed in classrooms or other offices/service areas without a wristband and a N-95 or similar mask. For the health and safety of all on campus, please plan to arrive in time to receive a wristband. If you are running late, a few more minutes to get a wristband is preferable to not getting one and then not being able to attend your in-person class.
You will be contacted by a member of the COVID Response Team. They will give you further instructions and information.
With the return to in-person classes, parking enforcement has also begun starting with the Fall 2021 semester. For more info on obtaining a parking permit, click here.
While SBCC strongly recommends vaccination to help reduce the impact of the Delta variant on the community, vaccination is only a requirement to enter SBCC campus buildings or teaching locations. If you are taking only online classes and do not anticipate needing to enter any campus buildings or teaching locations, then we do not need to verify your vaccination status at this time.
Yes! The Luria Library has chromebooks and hotspots available to check-out, with curbside pickup an option. Library staff are ready to assist you as you begin your journey this semester.
In-person hours (January 18th - February 17th)
Services: in person research/reference support from a librarian, study space, computers/printing, checkout of library materials (technology, physical textbook/reserves, books from the regular collection).- Monday & Thursday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Curbside hours
Services: curbside pickup of technology and books from the regular collection (NOT textbooks) during the hours below this week. Call 805-730-4044 when you arrive.- Tuesday, January 18: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 19: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Thursday, January 20: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Friday, January 21: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Please bring a photo ID to check out devices. If you are not authorized to enter a building on campus due to vaccination status, please call 805-730-4044 when you arrive and we will meet you outside the building.
Online hours
Services: online chat research/reference support from a librarian during all of the hours below.- Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Sunday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Face Mask Signage for Printing
Public Health Resources
Santa Barbara County Public Health Department
California Department of Public Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention