Mask Accommodation Requests
In special circumstances students may be considered for a Mask Accommodation while attending in-person activities.
To be considered for a Mask Accommodation, the student’s disability or medical condition must be clearly connected to the requirement for a mask exemption.
A Mask Accommodation may not be possible in all situations, and it may depend on public health guidelines and/or specific agency or MRU requirements.
All relevant sections of the MRU Access and Inclusion Services Mask Accommodation Request Form must be completed by the appropriate certifying professional - physician, nurse practitioner or psychologist).
Until the request has been processed by AIS staff, individuals MUST wear a mask when on campus per MRU mandate.
Mask Accommodation Request Instructions:
- The MRU Access and Inclusion Services Mask Accommodation Request Form is the only type of documentation that will be accepted for consideration of a mask exemption.
1. It is the student’s responsibility to have the MRU Access and Inclusion Services Mask Accommmodation Request Form completed by one of the professionals listed on the form.
2. Submit a “Public Request Form" on the Access and Inclusion website and upload the completed “Mask Accommodation Request Form”
3. An Access Advisor will review the form and contact you if further information is required.
4. If your request is accepted, you will receive an email with your Accommodation Letter.
5. Arrange a meeting with each of your instructors, give them your Accommodation Letter, and determine how the accommodation will be implemented in the classroom. It is possible that seating arrangements will be made to separate you from other students.
6. It is your responsibility to keep a copy of the Accommodation Letter with you at all times.
7. If you do not feel that your request for accommodation has been dealt with appropriately, you may take the matter forward to the Dean (or designate) within five (5) days of receipt of the decision from your instructor.