In response to the extension of the current state of emergency declaration until May 31, Osaka Prefecture made a request on May 7 to all universities in the prefecture to continue holding classes primarily online and to refrain from holding extracurricular activities.

Thus, the university has decided to maintain its current activity levels.

The university asks for your cooperation and understanding as it continues its efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

In carrying out its activities, the university will comply with the " Osaka University Guidelines for Social Distancing in the COVID-19 Era " while providing proper arrangements for individuals with specific needs*.

*Pregnant women, those who are at high risk of becoming seriously ill, such as the elderly, those with an underlying condition (diabetes, heart failure, respiratory disease (COPD etc.)), those receiving dialysis, immunosuppressants, or anticancer drugs, or those who feel an overwhelming anxiety about COVID-19.

The university will continue to monitor the situation and modify its response levels accordingly.

Osaka University COVID-19 Response Levels (from May 12, 2021) (No change to current levels)