Slippery Rock University’s study abroad promotional material asks students to think about what it would be like to study while “taking a stroll on the Great Wall of China.”

Now students might have to hold that thought.

The university’s administration will meet Friday to discuss the school’s study abroad program in response to the spread of the coronavirus around the world.

According to a school spokesman, administrators would consider what, if anything, should be done with the program that is run through the Office for Global Engagement.

Typically, study abroad students must submit an application to the department by March 1 for the summer and fall programs.

The Office for Global Engagement offers a number of programs throughout the world, including several in China.

The school’s meeting comes as other organizations and companies are clamping down on international travel.

As the virus spreads worldwide, Swiss food giant Nestle, the maker of Nespresso, Kit Kat and San Pellegrino, told its 291,000 employees worldwide not to travel internationally for business until March 15, according to The Associated Press. French cosmetics maker L’Oréal, which employs 86,000 people and owns the Maybelline and Lancome brands, issued a similar ban until March 31. Intel directed employees and contractors to avoid China, South Korea, Japan and other countries until further notice.

And JetBlue Airways is waiving extra fees of up to $200 for changing or canceling a ticket bought through March 11 for trips planned before June 1. JetBlue says it is trying to reassure customers who worry about getting hit later with a fee because of “evolving coronavirus concerns.”

In China, small, mostly private companies that are the engine of the country’s economy are back to operating at one-third of normal levels after anti-virus controls shut factories, shops and restaurants, regulators said Thursday.

No one in Pennsylvania has tested positive for the virus, according to state Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine. The department opened its Emergency Operations Center and is monitoring for symptoms among residents returning from China.

Symptoms of the COVID-19 in people who have been exposed can include fever, cough and shortness of breath. The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure.

As of Wednesday evening, there were more than 81,000 cases worldwide, including more than 2,700 deaths. There have been 59 confirmed cases and no deaths in the United States. While a majority of the cases were in China, where the outbreak began, the virus continues to spread across the globe.

The state Health Department offers these tips to prevent virus spread:

- Cover coughs or sneezes with your elbow. Do not use your hands.

- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

- Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.

- Clean surfaces frequently, including countertops, light switches, cellphones, remotes and other frequently touched items.

- If you are sick, stay home until you are feeling better.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.