Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, December 10)— After almost two years, Ateneo de Manila University will soon open its doors for in-person classes.
In a statement on Friday, the Katipunan-based university announced it will gradually resume face-to-face learning starting January 2022.
The pilot run for onsite classes will be carried out in phases, beginning with the Loyola Schools and the Professional Schools, Ateneo said. Classes for graduating students will be prioritized, it added.
In its gradual reopening, the campus will also allow other academic activities such as research and teacher consultations, as well as counseling and psychological services.
“Strict safety and health protocols are in place to protect the Ateneo community. All employees and guests entering our campuses (Loyola Heights, Rockwell, Pasig, and Salcedo) should be fully vaccinated, or undergo the appropriate COVID-19 testing required by government regulations,” Ateneo said.
The university clarified that all plans are still subject to change, depending on the COVID-19 situation and new directives that may be issued by the national and local government.
Detailed guidelines will be released in the coming days, it added.
“A separate announcement will be made for the Basic Education schools (senior high school, junior high school, and grade school) in due time,” Ateneo said.
