This page offers a summary of University of Washington COVID-19 policies and resources applicable to academic personnel. This list is not exhaustive and will be updated periodically.

Vaccine Policy and Verification Guidance

Full COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption is a condition of employment and/or a University-paid appointment at the University of Washington. This applies to all personnel who receive compensation from the University such as wages, stipends, or fees, unless specifically excluded in the policy.

Verification of COVID-19 Vaccination for Authorized Workday roles 
COVID-19 Vaccine Verification: Unpaid Academic Personnel (Updated 10/31/22)
COVID-19 Vaccine Verification FAQ (Updated 10/31/22)

OAP COVID-19 Updates

Recruitment and Hiring Guidance

Workday Vaccine Verification for Final Candidates  (Updated 10/31/22)
COVID-19-Related Offer Letter Language  (Updated 01/05/23)
Onsite Interviews/Campus Visits (Updated 10/31/22)
Interfolio FS Recruitments and COVID-19 (Updated 10/31/22)

Promotion and Tenure

COVID-19-related promotion and tenure clock extensions

International Scholars

International Scholar COVID-19 Related Updates

International Remote Work

UW Policy for Academic Personnel 

University-Wide COVID-19 Resources

UW COVID-19 FAQ
Accommodations for high-risk employees
Environmental Health & Safety COVID-19 Resources
UW Carelink 
Caring for Self and Family
The WholeU COVID-19 videos