Delay & Closing Information

In the event of snow, severe storms or other emergencies, official word of Penn State New Kensington closing or delaying classes can be found via:

• Most up-to-date: personal cell phones/text messages/emails (via PSUAlert)
• the homepage of the campus website
• Campus social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter)
• local news outlets
  • KDKA-TV
  • WTAE-TV
  • WPXI-TV

The decision to cancel or delay classes will be made as early as possible, usually by 6 a.m. for daytime classes and 4 p.m. for evening classes. Once a two-hour delay is announced, classes will follow the campus delay schedule, start at 10:00 a.m. and will last 45 minutes each. 

The decision to cancel on-campus work and other activities is determined with the best safety interest of the University community in mind. University officials monitor conditions and provide updates as necessary. The most up-to-date information will be shared via Penn State's PSUAlert system.

All employees and students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own safety. Faculty, staff and students should use their own best judgment when considering traveling to campus or the need to leave early during times of inclement weather. Faculty and staff should review Handling Weather Day Absences (Human Resources Guideline 10) for specific information on how time missed for weather situations is handled.

Faculty and staff who have any questions about how these policies apply to them should consult with their unit human resources consultant.

Delay Schedules