SAFER STETSON

We are very happy to report that the DeLand campus today reached its goal of a 70% overall vaccination rate (88.58% of employees and 65.72% of students). This is a significant milestone in Stetson’s strategy to achieve a healthy campus, and it demonstrates your commitment to the safety and well-being of our community. We applaud the community for its work toward this initial goal and expect continued progress toward an even higher rate of vaccination on our campuses. 

Overall, the University remains in Tier 2.5 with face covering policies continuing. Given the vaccination rate achievement of the DeLand campus — along with the current statewide status of the Delta variant — we would like to announce 70% milestone adjustments for our community. 

For DeLand, effective immediately, for achieving +70% vaccination goal:  

Residential Spaces  

• Two Stetson guests allowed in residential rooms with face coverings  
• One overnight Stetson guest permitted with face coverings unless sleeping  

Registered and Approved Groups and Gatherings  

• Increase capacity sizes to 50 people  
• Dining options allow for any Stetson dining or commercial vendor  
• Table options allow 3-feet spacing when eating or drinking  

Let’s Celebrate – Schmancy Pops and Kettle Corn Party 

Wednesday, Sept. 29, 12-3 p.m.
Rinker Welcome Center’s McGraw Patio (outside, South Side) (Rain Plan – RWC Atrium) 

In celebration of the DeLand campus’s 70% overall vaccination rate, we are hosting a 70% Vaccination Party, offering Schmancy Pops, Kettle Corn, lemonade and iced tea from 12-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 29. 

Looking for a vaccine?  

Visit the Safer Stetson Vaccination page. Once you are vaccinated, please voluntarily register your COVID-19 vaccination through the confidential university online form. 

Thank you, Hatters, for helping to ensure the health of our community! 

President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD
and Stetson’s Safer Campus Task Force