President Eugene Cornacchia, Ph.D reported that two students have tested positive for the new coronavirus, said an email sent to the campus community.

It was the news many were expecting, but dreading to hear.

As schools across the nation grapple with the tough decisions of cancelling commencement activities for the class of 2020, Saint Peter’s University is digging its heels in the ground -- even if that means rescheduling exercises until at least the end of May.

Moving forward the university will continue to make decisions “in the best interest of the community.” 

The results of the test are not yet complete.