Penn State announces guidance on employees transitioning back to campus All staff across the commonwealth expected to be working on site by Aug. 16; faculty by Aug. 23 As the national vaccination campaign continues to advance, Penn State is announcing plans for a phased return to on-campus work over the summer for Penn State employees, including a full return of staff and faculty to on-site work and instruction in fall 2021. Image: Chris Koleno Penn State announces guidance on employees transitioning back to campus April 27, 2021 UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – As Penn State continues to prepare for the resumption of full on-campus activities and a return to in-person modes of instruction for fall 2021, separate guidance for both faculty and staff has been crafted to keep employees informed and to help the transition back to campus remain on track.