MSU Reports 383 New COVID-19 Cases In Second Week, More Than Double Previous Week's Tally

KSMU | By Josh Conaway

Published August 31, 2020 at 4:38 PM CDT

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Meyer Library on the campus of Missouri State University contains a collection of rare books.

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Missouri State University

Missouri State University has reported 383 new COVID-19 cases during the second week of classes. That’s a jump of about 2.7 times the number of new cases reported the previous week, according to the university’s coronavirus dashboard.

A total of 752 tests were administered on campus in the past seven days. According to MSU’s website, confirmed cases include positive tests from Magers Health and Wellness Center, a clinic on campus, as well as cases that have been self-reported.

The university has contracted with at least three hotels in central Springfield to house students who have been impacted.