UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Flu season is approaching, and University Health Services (UHS) is encouraging students to get vaccinated at its annual student flu vaccine clinics and through the #StoptheFluPSU campaign.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe illness and, in some cases, lead to hospitalization or death.
“College campuses are prime locations for rapid transmission and outbreaks of influenza due to close living and high levels of social interaction,” said Michael Wissemann, University Health Services nurse manager. “Annual flu shots are the best way to reduce the risk of getting the flu and are shown to lessen the severity of illness in people who are vaccinated but still get sick.”
Wissemann added that students who skip vaccination risk missing classes and exams, falling behind academically, and being unable to participate in social activities.
“Students who get vaccinated against the flu contribute to the overall health and well-being of the Penn State community,” he said. “We want our students to stay healthy, engaged, and focused on their Penn State experience, and flu prevention is an important part of that.”
2025 Student Flu Vaccine Clinics
Flu vaccine clinics for students at University Park will be held on the following dates:
- Thursday, Oct. 2 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Wednesday, Oct. 15 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
- Thursday, Oct. 16 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
- Tuesday, Oct. 21 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Thursday, Oct. 23 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Monday, Oct. 27 — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Tuesday, Oct. 28 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Tuesday, Nov. 4 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Thursday, Nov. 6 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
- Monday, Nov. 10 — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Friday, Nov. 14 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
- Friday, Dec. 5 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
- Monday, Dec. 8 — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 204 Student Health Center
Pre-booked appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as space allows. Students can schedule appointments via myUHS.
Additional Information
Before arriving, students must complete required forms in myUHS, upload their health insurance card, and bring both their Penn State ID and appointment barcode. Students at Commonwealth Campuses are encouraged to contact their on-campus health service, if available, or a local provider to inquire about flu vaccination opportunities in their area.
Penn State employees and their dependents (age 18+) who are enrolled in the Penn State health insurance plan can receive their flu vaccine at the UHS Pharmacy located on campus near the Eisenhower Parking Deck. Please call the Pharmacy to schedule your appointment at 814-865-4847 (option 1).
More information about the student flu vaccine clinics is available on the UHS flu webpage.
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