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May 05, 2021
Governor Tom Wolf today visited Penn State University (PSU) to discuss COVID-19 vaccine efforts and encourage students to get vaccinated before summer break.
“Pennsylvania’s vaccine rollout is moving at a fast pace now that supply has increased and all Pennsylvanians over age 16 are eligible to receive the vaccine,” said Gov. Wolf. “When you get vaccinated, you are protecting yourself from serious illness, while protecting the people around you. That includes family members who are under 16, friends you want to see over the summer, and your fellow fans at sporting events – including football games in Beaver Stadium. I want to see stands here filled as much as you do, but to make it sa
Gov. Wolf joins Barron, Franklin, student-athlete to encourage vaccinations
Gov. Tom Wolf speaking at a press conference in Pegula Ice Arena on May 5, urging Penn Staters and Pennsylvanians to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
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Gov. Wolf joins Barron, Franklin, student-athlete to encourage vaccinations
May 05, 2021
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Gov. Tom Wolf visited Penn State’s University Park campus today to join President Eric Barron, head football coach James Franklin and student-athlete Theo Johnson in urging Penn Staters and Pennsylvanians to get vaccinated for COVID-19. The four addressed the media from Pegula Ice Arena.
“Pennsylvania’s vaccine rollout is moving at a fast pace now that supply has increased and all Pennsylvanians over age 16 are eligible to receive the vaccine,” said Wolf. “When you get vaccinated, you are protecting yourself from serious illness, while protecting the people around you. That includes family members who are under 16, fr
LOCAL NEWS | APRIL 30, 2021April 30, 2021 in News
Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has announced a $1.3 million investment to support local programs that provide computer skills training to help people find good jobs in the Commonwealth. The Digital Literacy and Workforce Development Grants (DLWDG) of up to $45,000 each promote digital literacy skills for people looking for work, including the ability to search and apply for online jobs. Tuscarora Intermediate Unit #11 (TIU) will develop and implement a program that will enhance digital literacy skills for job seekers in Mifflin County. In Juniata and Perry counties, the grants will specifically target rural citizens.
BJC Vaccination Center Reopens
The RVC offers both the two dose Moderna vaccine and the single Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Anyone who wants a vaccine can make an appointment online or by calling 1-844-545-3450.
Walk-ins are also welcome.
Hours of operation Tomorrow are Noon to 8 pm.
News of the coronavirus began to make waves across the Pacific to the United States in early 2020. At the time, it seemed like a distant anomaly that many Penn Staters likely didnât consider. Ultimately, the pandemic would go on to shape and change many studentsâ experiences at the university.
Hereâs how Penn State has been impacted by the pandemic over the past year.
March 11, 2020: The university announced in-person classes would be suspended and campus would close until April 3 following spring break. Many students believed the pandemic would only have a minor impact on the semester.
March 18, 2020: A week later, Penn State passed its decision to extend virtual classes until the end of the spring 2020 semester. Students would adapt to lectures and classwork through Zoom.