Announcements
Important Message to Students
March 14, 2020 - The University has made several difficult decisions in the past week in the interest of our community’s health and well-being. Included in these decisions was a notice to all students to immediately practice low-density medical standard social distancing. This included a clear mandate to cease all student group activities, on or off campus. No parties. No events.
Important Message from the Provost for Penn Families
March 14, 2020 - We instructed all residents of University housing to leave by Tuesday March 17 and expect off-campus students to vacate their residences by the same time. We have communicated Penn’s position to local landlords and asked them to work with their tenants to support this public health necessity.
A Statement on Limited COVID-19 Exposures on Campus
March 13, 2020 - The Montgomery County Office of Public Health has confirmed to the University of Pennsylvania that some members of its community have had a confirmed COVID-19 exposure.
Message to Penn Faculty and Staff Regarding University Operations
March 13, 2020 - Public health experts advise social distancing for containing the spread of this virus. As a result, we are depopulating the campus for the remainder of the semester by transitioning to virtual teaching and dramatically reducing the number of students residing in the College Houses.
Update from Penn President Amy Gutmann and Provost Wendell Pritchett on Campus Planning Regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 12, 2020 - We are deeply committed to the safety and health of our students, faculty, postdocs, staff, patients and visitors. That is why we announced our intentions yesterday to move as many people as possible off campus as quickly as possible and to complete the semester with virtual classes.
Message from Residential Services
March 12, 2020 - Residential Services understands that you have questions concerning the University’s recent announcement on actions being taken in regards to the unprecedented health emergency related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). This is a rapidly evolving situation, and we appreciate your patience as we work to provide you with information.
Coronavirus and Important Changes to Our Operations for the Remainder of the Semester
March 11, 2020 - The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, presents our world, country and University with a unique public health challenge that is all the more disquieting because of the uncertainties associated with its spread. We write today with the latest update on the additional steps we at Penn will take in dealing with this unprecedented challenge, guided by current data and expert advice. We will continue to communicate with you and update our plans as new data and evidence emerges.
An Important Update from Penn Admissions
March 6, 2020 - Dear Colleagues,
Planning to travel over spring break?
March 3, 2020 - Spring Break is imminent, and I know many families are debating students’ travel plans in light of the fast-evolving global coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Yesterday, Penn advised all community members against travel to China, Italy, Iran, and South Korea. Any student visiting these countries must self-isolate for two weeks upon return, missing class and assignments.
Penn’s Latest Coronavirus Update
March 2, 2020 - We are writing with an update on important new developments in Penn’s response to the global outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). This is a fast-evolving situation that is understandably causing high levels of concern.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
February 26, 2020 - We are writing with an update on Penn’s response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). There is an understandably high level of concern as this virus spreads, and we are closely monitoring the evolving situation. Dr. Benoit Dubé, our Chief Wellness Officer, is leading these efforts, partnering with Penn Medicine, Penn Global, and public health leaders across the campus, city, and state.
Novel Coronavirus Outbreak Update
February 5, 2020 - We are writing with an update on Penn’s response to the novel coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan, China. We are continuing to monitor the situation with our partners on campus, including Penn Medicine, and remain in constant communication with public health officials at the local, state and federal levels. There continue to be no cases of the virus on our campus or in Philadelphia, and the risk to our community remains low.
Coronavirus Update
January 30, 2020 - We are writing with an update on Penn’s response to the novel coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan, China. We are working closely with partners across campus, Penn Medicine, and the City of Philadelphia to monitor this evolving situation. There are currently no cases of the virus at Penn or in Philadelphia, and health officials continue to stress that the risk of infection remains low.
An Update on Coronavirus
January 24, 2020 - We are writing to share information about the new strain of coronavirus that has been making the news and to inform you of the steps the University is taking to monitor the situation and keep our community healthy.