Dear Students

March 30, 2023

Rikkyo University

Guidelines for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 (2023 Academic Year)

The guidelines for preventing the spread of infection on campus will be as follows. Please comply with these.

1. Everyday life

(1) Make an even greater effort than previously to prevent infection, referring to the Ministry of Health, Labour andWelfare’s “Example of Practicing ‘New Lifestyle’”.

(2) Enhance immunity by following a well-regulated lifestyle (balanced diet, sufficient sleep, moderate exercise).

(3) Take your temperature twice daily, in the morning and evening, and understand your daily state of health.

2. Infection prevention

(1) The wearing of masks will be recommended in cases If you talk with others at insufficient distance, whether indoors or outdoors.

*1) A non-woven fabric type mask that has a high infection prevention effect is recommended, but if it does not fit your constitution, a urethane or cloth mask may be used. In either case, be sure to cover your nose with a mask.

*2) Wearing a mask increases the risk of heat stroke. Let's pay attention to physical condition management by referring to the Ministry of Health, Labourand Welfare’s “EnjoyGood Health byAdopting the New Lifestyle to PreventHeatstroke & COVID 19 Infection”.

(2) Observe proper cough etiquette.

(3) Disinfect your hands using the disinfectant provided at the entrance of the building.

In the washroom, wash hands thoroughly with soap.

(4) The university will determine whether or not you can enter campus and take appropriate action in light of individual circumstances based on “Campus Entry Possibility Regarding COVID-19” posted on the university’s website. (Applicable until May 7, 2023) 

3. Behavior on campus

(1) Behavior in general

[1] Use the "Health Management and Activity Log Sheet" for daily records.

[2] For extracurricular activities and work, use online systems or email and avoid having people assemble in close contact whenever possible.

[3] If you develop a fever or feel sick after entering campus, you should refrain from using campus facilities and return home immediately.

[4] Maintain enough space between people. Also, be sure to leave a particularly large amount of space when conversing or speaking.

[5] Since elevators may become closed, crowded, close-contact settings, use stairs unless you are physically handicapped or are transporting equipment.

(2) Eating and drinking

[1] Refrain from having conversations while eating.

[2] In addition to the above, the following points should be taken into consideration when using the cafeteria.

- Disinfect hands with disinfectant provided in the cafeteria.

- When waiting in line to buy a meal ticket or receive a meal, leave space between people.

- Leave the cafeteria quickly as soon as your meal is finished and shorten the time you stay in the cafeteria.