Campus Life

Currently, we are asking that visitors do not enter Residence Hall wing or floor spaces. We would encourage off-campus visitors to utilize spaces like the Boren Center or outdoor options for visiting.  (Updated July 1, 2020)

All special housing accommodations should be applied for through Lisa Wallace in the Academic Enrichment Center. She can be reached by email (lswallace@taylor.edu). (Updated December 15, 2020)

Yes, there are adjusted open house hours, starting in April 2021. (Updated April 5, 2020)

Yes, students are permitted to visit other residence halls and other floors within their own residence hall. Masks are recommended but not required in residence halls. (Updated April 6, 2021)

If you believe you have symptoms you should do the following:

1. Temporarily quarantine in your room
2. Contact your medical provider or TaylorCare
3. Contact the Residence Life COVID 19 contact number (765-997-8610) or email covidhotline@taylor.edu.

(Updated April 28, 2021)

We encourage everyone on campus to participate in chapel at their own comfort level. We have limited the number that can attend in person in Rediger with the rotation groups, but, as always, it is the individual student’s decision how to participate in chapel responsibly. Viewing chapel online will be available to everyone with a valid Taylor login. Our hope is that this adjusted delivery can still offer a healthy rhythm of corporate worship with a consistent group each chapel day. (Updated December 1, 2020)

To view group and location assignments, visit the chapel blog. 

(Updated December 2, 2020)

Given attendance restrictions, we currently encourage faculty and staff to participate virtually via the live stream. (Updated December 15, 2020)

Admissions will have ability to host campus visitors in a designated area in Rediger, but other visitors will be allowed on a very limited basis and cleared through the Campus Pastor’s office in conjunction with the administration. (Updated July 1, 2020)

The Counseling Center encourages students to make appointments via email (counselingcenter@taylor.edu) or phone (765-998-5222) whenever possible. When this is not possible or in the case of a crisis, please come into the Counseling Center. (Updated December 17, 2020)

Please email the counseling center at counselingcenter@taylor.edu or call 765-998-5222 to make an appointment. (Updated December 17, 2020)

The Counseling Center offers face to face counseling. Sessions will be 45 minutes in length to allow for adequate cleaning of offices between sessions. (Updated December 17, 2020)

The Counseling Center offers telehealth sessions via a confidential Zoom platform for students who do not feel comfortable meeting face-to-face, who are immune compromised or who are in quarantine or isolation. (Updated December 17, 2020)

While masks are required when moving about the Counseling Center waiting rooms and hallways, once you are seated for your session, you are permitted to take your mask off at the discretion of you and your counselor. We recognize the therapeutic importance of non-verbal communication and expression of emotion in a counseling setting; therefore, during the in-person counseling session, masks are not required of you or your counselor.  We have arranged the offices so that student and counselor can maintain social distancing during the session. We ask that you please put your mask back on when leaving the office. (Updated December 17, 2020)

The Counseling Center is considering offering groups; however, at this time, all group counseling will be conducted via Zoom. (Updated December 17, 2020)

There are few easy fixes for the stresses, losses, and anxieties that this pandemic has brought on. But know that we care deeply about you, and so does the rest of your Taylor community. Don't hesitate to reach out if you find find yourself struggling. The Counseling Center resource page located on MyTaylor.com has written and video resources available to help you cope. https://my.taylor.edu/counseling-center/resources. In addition, here is a great resource from the Institute for Disaster Mental Health that discusses strategies to cope with seemingly uncontrollable situation. (Updated December 17, 2020)