“You are still more likely to be exposed to COVID-19 if gathering unmasked in large crowds; your best protection is to be vaccinated and boosted against the virus,” Gore wrote.

Gore asks students to be aware of the local COVID-19 rules depending on where they’re traveling. A negative COVID-19 test from no more than one day before air travel is required for international travel.

Additional general safety information and travel requirements can be found on the MSU Together We Will website.

“We want to remind you to watch out for yourself and others wherever you enjoy your break,” Gore wrote.

Regardless of where students travel Gore reminds students of the following information:

• “You are safer when you stay together. Watch out for your friends and ask them to watch out for you.

• “Be aware of the laws and consequences of choosing to drink wherever you plan to be, especially if you leave the country. Laws and ordinances are not the same in different locations. If you are concerned about a friend who has had too much to drink, please refer to this information for help: bit.ly/MSUmtc2020."

• “The overwhelming majority of our students report no use of any illegal or recreational drugs at any time during the past year. This choice not to use is especially important when traveling across country or out of the country."

• “Some of you will travel to environments that are new to you. Take time to familiarize yourself with your surroundings. It is important to know what your options are in case you need to act. If you are traveling out of the country, follow this link for a useful handout of important information: isp.msu.edu/files/9314/4735/9848/KnowBeforeYouGo.pdf.”

• “If you remain in East Lansing and are concerned about your safety, please contact the MSU Police Department at 517-355-2221 or, in an emergency, dial 911."

• “The 24-hour emergency line, answered by MSU Police, is 517-353-3784. We encourage you to use this number any time of the day if you urgently need to communicate with someone at the university.”

• “You can call the East Lansing Police Department at 517-351-4220 to request a property check while you are away.”

Gore also encourages students to attend the final home men’s basketball game on Sunday vs. Maryland at 4:30 p.m. Upper-level Izzone general admission tickets are $10 along with an Izzone T-shirt while supplies last.

Students can purchase this offer online from the Michigan State Spartan Ticket Office.

“Be safe, Spartans, and take this time to rest, unplug and rejuvenate,” Gore wrote. “We wish you a relaxing and joyful break.”