PennWest to test emergency alert system
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Monday, February 2nd, 2026 at 11:43 AM
PennWest Shield Safety App includes safety features such as tip reporting and an emergency button.
PennWest will test its emergency alert system, PennWest Shield, this week.
Testing will occur at the three campuses on the following dates and times:
- California Campus: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon.
- Edinboro Campus: Wednesday, Feb, 4, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Clarion Campus: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
PennWest Shield distributes vital information in emergency situations through text, email, and also on the PennWest Shield Safety App.
The PennWest Shield safety app is free and available to all through Google Play and the Apple App Store. In addition to receiving emergency alerts, the app includes advanced safety features, such as tip reporting, virtual escort, fingertip access to emergency procedures, and an emergency button.