Coronavirus Information (COVID-19)

Will over-the-counter COVID-19 tests be available at the College?
As supplies last, over-the-counter tests will be available at Seegers Union Information Desk. Students can also schedule appointments for COVID tests through Health Services. 

Will Health Services offer COVID-19 testing?
Yes, symptomatic students should call Health Services (484-664-3199) to schedule an appointment for COVID-19 testing.

Do I need to wear a mask? When?
Masks will be optional indoors and outdoors, with the exception of Health Services and in specific contexts or where people who are at high risk for complications due to COVID are located. In these situations signage and/or other means will be used to communicate this requirement. Events, meetings and registrar-scheduled classes may be areas where masking is required by event organizers or faculty. Masks must continue to be worn around others for 10 full days when isolating after a positive COVID test and after an exposure to an individual who has tested positive for COVID; please follow CDC guidance in these cases. Wearing a high-quality, well-fitting mask, such as KN95 or N95 masks, is effective in reducing the rate of COVID transmission. The College encourages all to follow the CDC prevention steps based on  COVID-19 Community Level.  NOTE: Although individuals do not need to wear masks, the College is supportive of individuals who choose to wear a mask.

I thought that I was wearing my mask to protect others, but now you are telling me that I should wear a mask to protect myself. What is correct?
Wearing a mask protects others (by limiting virus transmission at the source) and yourself (by reducing the amount of virus that you inhale). Wearing a mask, especially a high-quality mask (e.g. a N-95, KN-95) is effective in reducing the rate of COVID transmission, regardless of whether others are wearing masks in the environment.