General | March 13, 2020

Updated March 23, 2020

Intercollegiate Sports

• All spring sports were canceled by the Ivy League on Wednesday, March 11. 
• All NCAA winter and spring championships were canceled on Thursday, March 12.
• All athletic facilities are closed, including the Palestra and Franklin Field.
• All external rentals are canceled through the end of the spring semester.

Campus Recreation

• The Pottruck Center, Sheerr Pool and Gimbel Gym are currently closed. Group exercises will not be held.
• The Fox Fitness Center, Hecht/Hamlin Tennis Centers and Penn Squash Center are closed.
• Additional campus recreation updates are available here. 

The Penn Relays

• The Division of Recreation and Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Pennsylvania has announced that the 2020 Penn Relays, scheduled for April 23 through 25, has been canceled due to the evolving coronavirus public health threat.  The Penn Relays, which has been contested uninterrupted since 1895, celebrated its 125th consecutive running last year. In its place, Penn will endeavor to host a substitute track meet at a later date in late May or early June. More information can be found here. 

Resources for Student-Athletes

Penn General Information: 

• Penn Coronavirus COVID-19 page 
• Student Coronavirus FAQ  

Student Health & Wellness: 

• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) 
  • CAPS remains available from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday (no evening hours). 
  • Services may be performed via phone or video conference 
  • All students are encouraged to call in advance.
  • If a student is a current client, their counselor will communicate with them about their needs moving forward. 
  • Students should dial 215-898-7021 and press 2 to speak with the Front-Desk or they can press 1 to talk to a clinician 24/7. 
  • In person drop-in services, are currently available at Student Health at 3535 Market Street. 
  • National Services: 
    • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) 
    • Crisis Textline: Text HOME to 741741  
  • Health Information & Guidance 
• Student Health Services 

Academic/School information: 
Please click the following links to find more relevant information pertaining to your home school. 

• College 
• Engineering 
• Nursing 
• Wharton 

New Academic Dates & Deadlines:

• April 13: Grade Type Change Deadline (Updated as of 3/20)
• April 13: Last day to Withdraw from a course
• April 14: Registration Begins for Summer Sessions (Updated as of 3/26)
• April 14  – April 24 : Fall 2020 Advance Registration (Updated as of 3/26)

Campus Resources: 

• Ten Tips for Online Learning from CSAS
• Weingarten Learning Resources Center 
• Student Disabilities Services 
• University Tutoring 
• Athlete Tutoring (PDF) 
• Writing Center 
• International Student-Athletes 
  • FAQ for International Students-Athletes 
• Career Services 
• Residential Life Services 
• Student Registration & Financial Services 

Internet & WiFi Access: 

• Comcast: Unlimited data for 60 days with no additional chargers 
• Xfinity WiFi: Free network for everyone for 60-days nationally, waiving late fees, and helping low-income families get connected 
• AT&T and Charter Communications: Free public Wi-Fi for 60 days, broadband for households with students through college age who don't already have a subscription and removing all usage caps on all accounts 
• Internet Essentials: Internet program for low-income families free for first 2 months and costs $9.95 per month after