SAN DIEGO – In response to this week's announcement by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regarding statewide changes to both indoor mask mandates and testing requirements for "mega events," San Diego State University has updated its COVID-19 policies in regard to attending men's and women's basketball games in Viejas Arena, which go into effect at this evening's women's basketball game vs. UC San Diego.
Health Verification
In accordance with state and county guidelines, for the 2021-22 season, all guests two and over will be required to present either proof of a completed COVID-19 vaccine series or a negative COVID-19 test. As of December 15, in compliance with the updated CDPH guidelines, SDSU requires that COVID-19 tests be taken within one day prior to the event in order to comply with state and county guidelines. Guests 18 and over will also need to provide a matching photo ID with their proof of vaccination or negative test results. Only written reports from COVID-19 testing conducted by laboratories will be accepted as proof; photos of home tests are not acceptable.
Facial Coverings
In line with SDSU's facial covering policy, and in accordance with state and local requirements, all guests two and over are required to wear a face covering that covers both the nose and mouth at all times, unless actively eating or drinking, regardless of vaccination status.
SDSU Students, Faculty, Staff
SDSU students, faculty and staff, in accordance with the campus COVID-19 policy, will be able to present their HealtheConnect verification to gain entry to Aztec Basketball games. Please note: Unvaccinated faculty, staff and students must have negative test results on file with a test collected within one day prior to the event in order to comply with state and county guidelines. SDSU students are encouraged to enter Viejas Arena for Aztec Basketball games via Gate 4, as this will primarily serve as an SDSU Student entrance.
General Public
While both paper and digital vaccination cards and negative test results will be accepted, the general public is encouraged to utilize the Bindle app, which has been introduced for ease in the verification process and to allow for faster entry into Viejas Arena for Aztec Basketball games.
When using Bindle, guests have two options:
Use a COVID-19 Vaccine Record: Guests can add their COVID-19 vaccination record via Smart Health QR or a photo upload. You will only need to import your information one time to create a single-entry pass for the season. The entry pass will provide faster event entry when using the Smart Health QR code. The QR code option is preferred if you have a vaccination record on file with the state of California or one of the approved issuers. To access your QR code for your CA vaccination record, visit https://myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov/.
Use a COVID-19 Test Record: Guests can upload their COVID-19 test results for a COVID-19 test collected within one day prior to the event in order to comply with state and county guidelines. If you choose to verify through testing, you will need to upload new, negative COVID-19 tests prior to each event; you will not be able to secure a single-entry pass for the season.
Click HERE for more information including step-by-step instructions on how to use Bindle.
Bag Policy
To expedite your entry into Viejas Arena it is recommended that you do not bring a bag. If you must bring a bag, we highly suggest a clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote bag. This is to reduce staff contact with guests' belongings. Bags can be no larger than 16"x8"x16". No backpacks allowed.
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