Academy Response to COVID-19

Dear Academy Community,

The health and safety of our faculty, staff and students are of the utmost importance. As such, the Academy is closed to the public until further notice.

The New York Academy of Art is a community of students, faculty, and staff. As a community, we share the goal of having successful in-person classes and events. A single case of SARS-CoV-2 infection at the Academy can have broad ramifications on our entire community and the ability to achieve our goals. Research supports the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and World Health Organization (WHO) as well as their real-world effectiveness against COVID-19. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention and its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices continues to recommend that every person be vaccinated. This policy reflects these considerations.

In order to enter the building for the Fall semester 2021/2022 students, staff and faculty have to present either proof of vaccination or proof of a negative PCR test within 72 hours of August 30th. Results can be presented in person or uploaded here.

Everyone will be required to comply with the New York Academy of Arts COVID protection plan.

Students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

  • If you have been fully vaccinated, please upload your COVID-19 vaccination record to the secure portal. Students should upload their documents here. Faculty and staff should upload their documents here. “Fully vaccinated” means that you have completed all doses of an FDA-authorized or WHO-listed COVID-19 vaccine and 14 days have passed since your final dose.

If you have not been vaccinated, you are required to:

  • Be tested weekly. Students should upload their results here. Faculty and staff should upload their results here. You will not be allowed into the building if you do not upload a negative test result each week.
  • Wear a face covering at all times in the building, except for when you are in your personal studio.
  • Complete and submit the attached certification at the link below with your negative COVID test result.

Academy exhibitions are open to visitors by appointment only. Please visit our Exhibitions page for more details about current and upcoming shows. Email reception@nyaa.edu to schedule a visit Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm.

Please review the information and  notifications listed below outlining the Academy’s efforts to maintain as healthy and safe a learning environment as possible during this global health crisis. Please note that all information is subject to change pending further evaluation as more information from the CDC, World Health Organization and other state and local health organizations is released. Check our Academic Calendar for the most recent updates.

A big thank you to everyone as we navigate our way through this!

– The Academy Team

Safety Guidelines

  1. Read the Academy Phase 4 Reopening Plan (updated).
  2. Wear PPE. Details are outlined in the reopening plan. Gloves, masks and shields are available at the lobby security desk.
  3. Download and complete the Apply COVID19 Screening App. Please show your COVID questionnaire to Security when you come in. It’s an app on your phone or you can screenshot it. How to Select, Wear & Clean Masks
  4. Temperature check. While you will pass through a temperature screening upon entrance to the school, we recommend everyone take your temperature before leaving home. If it’s over 99.6 sit tight and contact us, you will likely need to monitor. It’s a good first step to identifying an issue.
  5. Wash your hands. After entering the building, wash your hands or use hand sanitizer. Wash your hands frequently throughout the day.
  6. Clean up after class. Don’t forget to spray down your easels when you are done!
  7. Plan ahead for facility access. Don’t forget to email Tim tbuckley@nyaa.edu to schedule time in the wood shop and print shop.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS