The Health and Safety Plan and the Quarantine and Isolation Policy resources detail measures that Mansfield University is taking to promote health and safety on its campus during the COVID-19 pandemic and identifies the expectations of our campus community.
The Health & Safety Plan relies on guidance from health experts from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH), and the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). The university will continue to adjust the plan to support the needs of the entire campus community as the situation surrounding the pandemic continues to evolve.
Confirmed Cases of Covid-19
Mansfield University students or employees who are known to have tested positive for COVID-19 are aggregated in the table below. Please note that students who have tested positive do not necessarily live on campus. Data includes self-reported cases, as well as those reported by health agencies and the Mansfield University Campus Clinic. The COVID-19 Case Tracker will be updated when any confirmed cases are reported to Mansfield University.
Date Reported | Employees | Students | Sayre Campus Students |
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May 10, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
May 9, 2022 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
May 8, 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
May 7, 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
May 6, 2022 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
May 5, 2022 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
May 4, 2022 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
May 3, 2022 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
May 2, 2022 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
May 1, 2022 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
April 25, 2022 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
April 22, 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
April 21, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
April 17, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
April 15, 2022 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
April 14, 2022 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
April 13, 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
April 12, 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
April 11, 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
April 8, 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
March 24, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 24, 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
February 23, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 17, 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
February 11, 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
February 9, 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
February 8, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 7, 2022 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
February 6, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 4, 2022 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
February 3, 2022 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
February 2, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 1, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
January 31, 2022 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
January 29, 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
January 28, 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
January 27, 2022 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
January 26, 2022 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
January 25, 2022 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
January 19-23, 2022 (resident student entry testing)* |
0 | 9 | 0 |
Isolation Period Completed: | 16 | 133 | 3 |
Active Cases: | 0 | 0 | 0 |
* Resident Student entry testing prior to move-in (January 19-23): 797 tests were administered. Nine students tested positive and isolated on campus. Nine other students tested positive and isolated at home.
Date Reported | Employees | Students | Sayre Campus Students |
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December 8, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
December 6, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
December 3, 2021 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
December 2, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
November 30, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 29, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
November 25, 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
November 22, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 16, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 14, 2021 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
November 12, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 8, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
November 7, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
November 6, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
October 31, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 29, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
October 28, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 26, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
October 25, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
October 22, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
October 21, 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
October 20, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 18, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 17, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
October 15, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
October 13, 2021 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
October 10, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 7, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
October 6, 2021 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
October 5, 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
October 4, 2021 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
October 1, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
September 30, 2021 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
September 29, 2021 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
September 28, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
September 27, 2021 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
September 23, 2021 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
September 22, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
September 20, 2021 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
September 18, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
September 17, 2021 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
September 16, 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
September 15, 2021 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
September 13, 2021 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
September 12, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
September 9, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
September 7, 2021 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
September 1, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
August 31, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
August 18, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
August 18, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
August 14, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
August 5, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Isolation Period Completed: | 22 | 78 | 5 |
Active Cases: | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Date Reported | Employees | Students | Sayre Campus Students* |
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May 5, 2021 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
May 4, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
May 3, 2021 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
May 2, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
April 28, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
April 23, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
April 15, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
April 8, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
April 7, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
April 3, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
March 19, 2021 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
March 9, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
March 8, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
February 26, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
February 19, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
February 12, 2021 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
February 11, 2021 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
February 5, 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
February 1, 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
January 4, 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Total Reported Cases: | 4 | 40 | 3 |
Isolation Period Completed: | 4 | 40 | 3 |
Active Cases: | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Date Reported | Employees | Students | Sayre Campus Students* |
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December 14, 2020 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
December 11, 2020 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
December 6, 2020 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
November 30, 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
November 23, 2020 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
November 20, 2020 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
November 16, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 11, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 9, 2020 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
November 7, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
November 1, 2020 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
October 27, 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
October 23, 2020 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
October 12, 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
October 8, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
September 30, 2020 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
September 18, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
September 9, 2020 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
September 5, 2020 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
August 23, 2020 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Total Reported Cases: | 10 | 27 | 7 |
Isolation Period Completed: | 10 | 27 | 7 |
Active Cases: | 0 | 0 | 0 |
* Sayre campus students are isolated off the campus
COVID-19 A to Z Resources
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
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Admissions
On-campus tours are available! More information about Mansfield University, including on-campus tours, virtual tour, and Zoom appointment options are available on the Admissions website. A 360 virtual campus tour is available for anyone who would like to explore campus online.
Mansfield University is test optional, meaning students may choose to submit SAT/ACT test scores if they have them, but applications from students without test scores will also be considered.
Alerts
The Campus Alert Messaging System (MU Mobile Alerts), powered by Blackboard Connect, sends campus emergency alerts, weather closing alerts, and other important campus messages to your landline and mobile phone via voice message and to your mobile phone via SMS text message.
To sign up for MU Mobile Alerts, visit ct.mansfield.edu/mu-mobile-alerts.cfm
Alumni Campus Tours
To schedule an on-campus tour, please contact the Alumni Affairs & Advancement office at 888-305-6505. A 360 virtual campus tour is available for anyone who would like to explore campus virtually.
Alumni House
The Mansfield University Alumni Affairs & Advancement Office is pleased to offer a private, whole-house lodging option for our alumni visiting the area.
The Alumni House is located at 105 Sherwood Street, adjacent to Brooks Maintenance Building. It offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a reception room, a TV/reading room, a living room, a kitchen equipped with appliances, cookware, dishes, a Keurig coffee maker, and complimentary cable and wireless internet service, as well as off-street parking.
To make a reservation at the Mansfield University Alumni House, visit alumnihouse.mansfield.edu/.
Special Notes:
- Reservations are required to be made at least two business days in advance of your intended stay.
- Individual room reservations are not available at this time. Reservations are being accepted for the whole house only.
- Capacity is limited to 10 guests.
- Mansfield University reserves the right to cease or cancel Alumni House reservations at any time.
Please contact the Alumni Affairs & Advancement office at 888-305-6505 with any questions that you may have.
Athletics
Athletic competition is underway for the 2021-22 academic year. Visit GoMounties.com for athletic schedules, news, and more.
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Bookstore & Spirit Store
Mansfield University textbook services have moved completely online to provide cost savings and an efficient user experience for all students. The online bookstore can be accessed at Mansfield.textbookx.com. Free shipping is available on orders of $49 or more. Textbooks will no longer be available at the Alumni Hall location.
The Mountie Spirit Store on the 2nd Floor of Alumni Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with university gear and supplies available. Please follow campus masking guidance when visiting the Spirit Store.
The Mountie Spirit Store website is available at mansfieldspirit.com
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Campus Clinic
The MU student health clinic will operate on an appointment-only basis for the spring 2021 semester. Students should call 570-662-4350 to schedule an appointment. Masking is required to enter the student health clinic.
More information is available at mansfield.edu/residence-life/mu-campus-clinic.cfm
Counseling
The Counseling Center will provide in-person and online counseling. Should a student be unwilling or unable to meet face-to-face on Mansfield University's main campus, counseling will be available via HIPPA-compliant Zoom. The Counseling Center can shift all procedures and services to a virtual format, according to HIPPA, CDC, DOH, PDE, PASSHE and state guidelines, if necessary. Registered students may contact the Counseling Center at (570) 662-4436 for more information or to make an appointment.
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Dining
Please follow the posted guidance at each of the university’s on-campus dining locations. Up-to-date hours for campus dining can be found at mansfield.campusdish.com
Disabilities
The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) will continue to provide support and accommodations via university policies and procedures to students.
More information is available at mansfield.edu/ssd/
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Hand Sanitizer
Refill stations are available in the following locations:
- Alumni Hall - Ground Floor (Lobby by elevator), 3M Student Affairs
- Brooks Maintenance - Main Office
- Butler Music - First Floor
- Doane Center - Police Station Lobby
- Kelchner Fitness Center - Main Desk
- Memorial Hall - Second Floor (TRIO Offices), First Floor (CT Helpdesk)
- North Hall - Circulation Desk, Information Desk
- South Hall - Ground Floor (Admissions), First Floor (Counseling Center), Second Floor (Student Accounts)
Health & Safety Plan
The Health and Safety Plan and the Quarantine and Isolation Policy resources detail the measures that Mansfield University is taking to promote health and safety on its campus during the COVID-19 pandemic and to outline expectations of our campus community.
The full Health and Safety Plan can be accessed at mansfield.edu/health-and-safety-plan/
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Kelchner Fitness Center
Fitness and recreation facilities, such as the Kelchner Fitness Center, will operate per PA Department of Health guidelines. It is expected that all safety measures, including, but not limited to, those provided by state and federal guidance, will be strictly followed. Additional guidelines and restrictions will be posted at Kelchner Fitness Center.
More information and current hours are available at mansfield.edu/kfc/
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Masking
Mansfield University determines its masking protocols in relation to CDC guidance and recommendations of the PA Department of Health. At this time, mask guidance is based on the COVID-19 Community Level which is maintained by the CDC.
Masks are highly recommended, but will not be required for indoor spaces if the county is designated as Medium or Low risk.
Masks covering the nose and mouth will be required for all individuals on campus, regardless of vaccination status, if the area is designated as a High Risk. Surgical masks or KN95 masks are recommended; all masks, regardless of type, should be well-fitting and cover both the nose and mouth.
Because masking is currently still required on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation, masking is required when riding in the Mountie Shuttle and MU large vans. Also, masks should be worn if COVID-19 symptoms are present until a negative test has been received regardless of your vaccination status.
Students at the Guthrie Site (Sayre, PA) will follow the masking requirements of Guthrie Healthcare while in their facilities or assigned areas.
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Quarantine and Isolation Policy
Mansfield University will continue to follow the CDC/PA Department of Health guidance for the quarantine and isolation of individuals who have been exposed or diagnosed with the COVID-19 virus. Please refer to the University’s Quarantine & Isolation Policy at mansfield.edu/health for current guidelines.
Students who are advised to quarantine or isolate due to a confirmed exposure or confirmed positive test result must return home and follow the isolation guidelines of the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Student Health Services, along with Student Living, have limited facilities for resident students who are unable to isolate or quarantine off-campus; approval of on-campus accommodations for such students will be on a case-by-case basis.
Students, staff, and faculty are not to enter university buildings while in quarantine or isolation. Students should consult with their faculty member(s) regarding the best way to stay current with assigned course work while completing the required quarantine/isolation period.
Employees who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or exposure should contact their medical provider for diagnosis. Employees who are advised to quarantine or isolate should notify their supervisor and should not report to the workplace.
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Reporting
Employees and students should self-report any symptoms or exposures to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety if they have knowingly been exposed to anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
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Spring 2022
Mansfield University will return to a primarily face-to-face environment for the Spring 2022 semester. While health and wellness protocols will remain in place as described in the Health and Safety Plan, MU's course offerings and residential experience will more closely reflect its traditional on-campus environment.
The university may adjust its Health and Safety Plan in response to changing conditions on campus and/or in the surrounding community.
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Testing
Mansfield University will facilitate COVID-19 testing for students, staff, and faculty throughout the regular semester and communicate testing availability during the semester. Testing is encouraged for the campus community, as it is an important component to the ongoing monitoring of campus health.
- Entry Screening: Testing of students living in the residence halls will be required prior to moving in for all students, regardless of vaccination status. Testing will also be available on campus during the first week of the semester for all students and employees.
- Regular Screening: Ongoing testing of random and targeted selections of students will occur throughout the semester.
- Student-Athlete Testing: Students who are participating in athletic competition during the semester will participate in required testing based on vaccination status and symptom presentation per NCAA and PSAC rules.
Testing for the campus community will be available for anyone who has COVID-like symptoms. To request a test, contact the Environmental Health & Safety Director or call 570-662-4906.
Travel
Travelers should continue to practice appropriate public health measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. For details and updates, refer to the PA DOH Guidelines.
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Vaccine
Mansfield University strongly encourages all members of the campus community to get vaccinated and receive their booster.
Mansfield University will host additional on-campus vaccination clinics. Information on the scheduled clinics will be available at mansfield.edu/vaccine.
- Mansfield University Campus Clinic
- Guthrie Clinic
- Laurel Health Systems
PA DOH Your Turn Tool for vaccines
For MU Related Questions, contact:
Jim Welch
Environmental Health & Safety Director
jwelch@mansfield.edu
570-662-4906
Mansfield University has made vaccines available for students and employees. Information is available at the link below.