University Event Services

COVID-19 Event Guide

Planning Events for the University of Vermont during COVID-19

Events and meetings sponsored by UVM Departments and Student Clubs and Organizations, either occurring on or off campus, are required to follow the below event guidance.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Guidelines are subject to change and will be updated accordingly.

In-person events that follow UVM guidelines may be approved by submitting a request through the EMS portal.
There are no limits or restrictions on the number of individuals being present at events.
When holding face-to-face meetings, an option for virtual attendance should be made available when possible.
Face coverings and masks are not required on campus by anyone outdoors. Indoors, individuals are required to wear masks. All attendees of an in-person event must adhere to UVM’s COVID safety protocol. UVM’s guidance on face coverings can be found here.
External events such as conferences and competitions may begin use of campus spaces beginning Monday, September 13, 2021 and must follow the standard approval process for requests by contacting University Event Services.
All in-person events must have a designated team or staff member present at the event to assist with onsite compliance with the COVID guidelines.
All in-person events are required to have an EMS reservation – even if in departmental spaces. For assistance with booking spaces in EMS that are not currently listed, contact Campus Event Services at campusevents@uvm.edu.

Guidelines for Visitors to the University of Vermont

Visitors to campus no longer need prior approval (such as speakers and candidates for positions) to come to campus. All visitors to campus are expected to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Use of Event Space and Classrooms on Campus

Spaces across campus have been reset to to their pre-COVID capacities. Please work closely with University Event Services on your space needs.

Food Service at Events

Food is permitted at events. Face covering may be removed if you are taking a break to eat or drink; however, they must be worn when finished eating/drinking. You also cannot walk and eat unmasked while indoors.

Helpful Planning Tools

To request a room or event click here to log in to the EMS Portal.
To learn more about UVM’s Return to Campus click here.
To order COVID signage from UVM Print and Mail click here.

Questions? Ask us!

Have a question about a space reservation outside the Davis Center? Contact our Campus Events team at 802-656-5667 or CampusEvents@uvm.edu

Have a question about a space reservation at the Davis Center? Contact our Davis Center team at 802-656-1204 or DCEvents@uvm.edu

Have a question about EMS? Call 802-656-5667 or CampusEvents@uvm.edu