Professors, Students Push For Mandates But Georgia’s University System Says No

The standoff continues between Georgia college professors and students who want vaccine and mask mandates, and university system officials who won’t require either one.

Professors and students who favor mandates have made their voices heard through petitions, protests, and in some cases ignoring the university system’s ‘mask optional’ policy and requiring them in class. The Faculty Senate at Kennesaw State University recently voted in favor of campus mandates. Some professors have stepped down or been fired for refusing to teach without the requirements in place.

The Board of Regents has backed the position of Gov. Brian Kemp, who said last week he doesn’t support mandates for colleges.