Penn State released its preliminary coronavirus testing results for the period of Nov. 6 to 12 on its COVID-19 dashboard today (Nov. 13). The University Park campus received 163 positive on-demand test results and eight positive random test results from student testing during the period of Nov. 6 to 12. As of Nov. 12 at University Park, there are 319 active student cases, up from 275 at the last update on Nov. 10, and 4,009 students have completed their isolation period and are no longer active cases.
Throughout Lieutenant Colonel Michael Wissemann’s educational journey as an undergraduate and graduate student, he never regarded himself as a standout student. That was until he was awarded the US Army War College Distinguished Graduate distinction, attributing much of his success to Penn State.
David Starling, associate professor of physics, has been working toward developing a quantum computer — a device that could outstrip even the most powerful of today’s (and tomorrow’s) supercomputers. His hope? The computers can someday help solve complex problems affecting human society, like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Several Penn State Hazleton faculty and alumni will be featured as panelists in November at a virtual symposium for young women who may be interested in science, technology, engineering and math.
November is a big month for the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at Penn State Hazleton, with several noteworthy opportunities for prospective students and their families to experience Penn State.
In preparation for the departure from campuses after in-person instruction ends on Nov. 20, Penn State has announced an aggressive fall departure plan offering all students COVID-19 testing, at no cost to students. Penn State is partnering with Vault Health for departure testing, which will be conducted either in person at predetermined testing sites on certain campuses or via self-administered test kits. Students can now book their appointment to receive an administered test or to pick up a self-test by using the Return Home Event on the Penn State Go App or by visiting virusinfo.psu.edu/departure-testing.
Penn State has updated its public COVID-19 dashboard with the University's on-demand testing and random testing results from tests administered during the period of Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, as well as new University testing results from the prior week.
More than two dozen faculty and staff celebrating milestones in their years of service to Penn State Hazleton were honored by campus leaders, who commended them on their work ethic, enthusiasm and commitment.
Plans for Penn State’s Spring 2021 semester, announced Oct. 4, include a later start in January; continuation of the current flexible instructional modes, including in-person; the elimination of spring break; and completion of instruction for all undergraduate and graduate students by April 30. The University will maintain its observance of Martin Luther King Jr. day on Jan. 18 for students and faculty, when no classes will be held and Dr. King’s legacy will be celebrated through a number of virtual events.
