Mansfield University announces Spring '22 semester return plan

MANSFIELD, PA (01/12/2022) — Mansfield University will return to in-person instruction with health and wellness protocols in place for the Spring 2022 semester, which begins on Monday, Jan. 24.

All students living on campus, regardless of vaccination status, are required to test negative for COVID-19 with a University-provided rapid antigen test prior to moving into the residence halls. Free testing is available for all students and employees upon request. Open testing clinics for students and employees will also be held throughout the semester.

Masking will continue to be required for all indoor campus spaces and while using University transportation. The University will provide KN95 and surgical masks to the campus community.

"We are excited for the start of the Spring 2022 semester and the return of our students to our campus," said Mansfield University Interim President Dr. Bashar Hanna. "Our campus community has been very diligently following the safety protocols, and I know they will continue to do what is necessary to have ensure a healthy and safe semester of learning."

Mansfield University encourages all students and employees to receive their COVID-19 vaccine and booster. The University will host additional, optional on-campus vaccination clinics during the spring semester.

The Mansfield University Health and Safety Plan is available at mansfield.edu/health.

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Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is a public, regional university committed to providing affordable and accessible education that fosters positive social mobility for a diverse population. The university offers personalized and transformative degree programs, taught by accomplished faculty, that meet the needs of regional, state and global economies. By developing talented graduates who influence industry and enrich communities, Mansfield's impact begins in Northcentral Pennsylvania and extends around the world. Founded in 1857, Mansfield University is one of 14 institutions that comprise Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Learn more at mansfield.edu.

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