CLEAN : Covid vaccine mandatory to access university campuses in S.Africa

The transcript discusses the university's interim vaccination policy, highlighting the need for inclusive policy-making and the distinction between soft and hard mandates. It explains that students can study online if unvaccinated but must be vaccinated to access campus. Certain faculties require vaccination for registration. The university's research has significantly contributed to global COVID-19 efforts, earning high rankings.

Why is it important for policies to be accessible to the public?

• To ensure only a few people understand them

• To make them elitist and esoteric

• To promote inclusive engagement and understanding

• To limit public participation

What does the SOFTMAN policy allow unvaccinated students to do?

• Attend on-campus classes

• Study online

• Access all university facilities

• Participate in sports activities

What is required for students to access the university campus under the SOFTMAN policy?

• A special permit

• A letter from a doctor

• Vaccination

• An online registration

In which areas is vaccination mandatory for registration?

• All university courses

• Extracurricular activities

• Online courses

• Modules involving public interaction

What has the university's research contributed to?

• The reduction of tuition fees

• The creation of new online courses

• The development of new sports facilities

• The interim COVID-19 vaccination policy