Pittsburg State University has announced it will reinstate its campus-wide mask mandate starting today. PSU posted the announcement in an online University message to those returning to campus for the spring semester. The school said the reason for the reinstatement was due to the surge in COVID-19 cases in Crawford County putting a strain on the healthcare system.

As of now, the university is requiring that individuals on campus, regardless of vaccination status, wear a face mask covering their mouths and noses in all indoor spaces. Face masks are not required when eating or drinking, if alone in a workspace, or while exercising in an athletic or recreation facility.

Individuals with recognized disabilities that prevent wearing a face mask who need reasonable accommodations should contact the Office of Institutional Equity or Student Accommodations for assistance.