COVID-19 Information
At St. Louis Community College, the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff and community are a priority. The College will continue to follow Centers for Disease Control guidelines, as well as local public health authorities, and will continue to communicate to students and employees through this website, email and social media. The COVID-19 pandemic has progressed and STLCC has transitioned to steady-state operating procedures following CDC and local health guidance.
Key Information
Masks Welcome
STLCC will no longer require masks at most STLCC locations. We strongly recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask indoors at all STLCC locations.
Get Vaccinated
The College strongly recommends a COVID-19 vaccination.
The Basics
Wash your hands frequently; stay at home if you are sick; social/physical distance when possible; classrooms are cleaned regularly throughout the day.
Health & Safety Requirements
STLCC developed health and safety measures following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and ordinances established by St. Louis City and St. Louis County.
- STLCC no longer requires employees, students or visitors to wear masks at most campus locations. Individuals who wish to wear a mask are welcome to do so without judgment.
- Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear a mask indoors at all STLCC locations.
- Masks will continue to be required at the Child Development Laboratory Center at STLCC-Florissant Valley, the dental clinic at the Center for Nursing and Health Sciences at STLCC-Forest Park, and in other settings as appropriate.
- Social distancing is advised.
- Wash hands frequently.
- If an employee tests positive for COVID-19 or is exposed to the virus, they must notify their supervisor immediately. If an employee who tests positive for COVID-19 is on campus, they must leave immediately.
- If a student tests positive for COVID-19 or is exposed to the virus, they should contact
their campus vice president of student affairs:
Julie Massey, Florissant Valley
LaShanda Boone, Forest Park
Dr. Keith Ware, Meramec
Dr. Keith Robinder, Wildwood
On-Campus Safety Measures
Isolation Rooms
Each campus has designated isolation rooms for anyone who may become ill while on campus, but will need a place to wait for transportation before they can leave campus. Staff will direct those in need to the isolation room, which are marked with signs.
Cleaning Protocols
Housekeeping staff and other designated employees will regularly disinfect shared surfaces, such as light switches, door handles, counter surfaces, shared equipment and areas such as break rooms, restrooms and elevators.
Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is available across campus and in key locations for students and employees; you are encouraged to carry your own sanitizer.
Signs, Notices
Signs are posted across all campuses to notify students, employees and visitors of health and safety measures.
Guide to STLCC Safe Return
The guide to safe return was developed with details that are currently known about best practices regarding COVID-19, along with local, state and federal guides. All students and employees are expected to learn and follow the guidelines for the health and safety of the College community.
Student-Specific Information
CARES Act
In spring 2020, the federal government passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. STLCC was allocated $4,363,632 in CARES Act funds to provide emergency support to students who qualify for Title IV funds under the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965.
In spring 2021, the College received more CARES Act funds, $4.3 million, for student emergency financial aid grants. Details about CARES Act funds for STLCC are available.
Contact Information
- COVID-19 related questions, please review the CDC website.
- For health, safety and environmental questions, call 314-984-6794.
- Human resources questions, HRLeaveManagement@stlcc.edu
- Continuing Education, Accelerated Training questions, please contact 314-984-7777 or CEdropbox@stlcc.edu.
- Dental clinic questions, call Jerome Jeffries, secretary, dental hygiene, 314-644-9330.
- Facilities questions, call STLCC Facilities at 314-984-7979 or email fixit@stlcc.edu.
- Cashier’s offices, call 314-539-5015 or email businessservices@stlcc.edu.