by University Marketing and Communications
On Wednesday (July 29), Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order 160. Here’s what the executive order, specifically the 10-person limit, means to Michigan Tech.
The Executive Order limits indoor “social gatherings and organized events” to a maximum of 10 people. While we are not given specific definitions of these terms, the Michigan Association of State Universities has obtained clarification from the Governor’s Office that the limit is not applicable to educational or workplace environments.
Please note that even where the restriction applies, some of these events may be able to proceed with larger numbers if held outdoors.
Here’s a chart to help you understand what is and is not covered by the limit on the number of people who may gather indoors:
| Activity | 10 Person Limit Indoors | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Class | No | 6′ distancing applies |
| Training employees | No | 6′ distancing applies. If possible, training should be available remotely for all or some participants |
| Event hosted by an outside organization | Yes | 6′ distancing also applies |
| New Student Move In | No | 6′ distancing applies. Time spent in groups should be minimized |
| Faculty Orientation | No | 6′ distancing applies. If possible, orientation should be available remotely for all or some participants |
| College or Departmental Retreats | No | 6′ distancing applies. If possible, retreat should be available remotely for all or some participants |
| RSO Events | Yes | 6′ distancing also applies |
| Retirement Party | Yes | 6′ distancing also applies |
| Incidental Gatherings | No | 6′ distancing applies. People should disperse if groups are forming |
| Resume Writing Workshop | No | 6′ distancing applies. If possible, workshop should be available remotely for all or some participants |
| Interview Skills Workshop | No | 6′ distancing applies. If possible, workshop should be available remotely for all or some participants |
| SDC | No | Fitness centers are subject to different capacity limits |
| Dining Halls | No | Dining halls and restaurants are subject to different capacity limits |
| Rozsa Center | No | Performance venues are subject to different capacity limits |