As the spring semester begins and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Mississippi State University is looking forward as they continue to meet the challenges.
Planning for the upcoming academic semester began before students headed home for winter break, with MSU encouraging everyone to get tested for COVID-19 before traveling.Â
According to Vice President of Student Affairs Regina Hyatt, over 2,000 students were tested before leaving campus for the holidays.Â
On Jan. 1, Hyatt sent out an email to the student body recommending self-quarantining starting that day in order to reduce the spread upon their return. Hyatt believes communication is key in reducing the spread of COVID-19 on campus and making students aware of the resources available to them, like free testing.Â