So What? I’m a Type B Roommate
Maybe there are some dishes sitting in the sink for a couple of days or two weeks’ worth of dirty laundry piled up in the…
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Show and Tell: The Beauty of a Senior Year Parents Weekend
VALLEY can’t speak for everyone, but for most people making our parents proud is what informs a lot of what we do, the things we…
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Bar Life Just Got Easier: Introducing Bool
Remember the BeReal app that was all the rage in the summer of 2022 but faded just as quickly? Penn State might have found its…
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The Single Girls of State: Long Distance
As the famous Carrie Bradshaw says … “Do you have to play games to make a relationship work?” I have missed you all dearly. Honestly,…
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Your Saturday Plans Secured
It’s that time of year again … one of State College’s favorite events is in just a few days! Pop Up Ave will appear on…
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A Day in the Life at Penn State… Without Headphones
If you walk around Penn State’s campus, you may notice the array of headphones adorned on every student’s ears. There are huge Apple headphones in…
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A Guide to Eating Vegetarian at Penn State
Penn State’s University Park campus has come a long way with its culinary options. In 2017, Pure, a wholly kosher and allergen-free (and the only…
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Tales of a Campus Uber Driver
It’s 3 a.m. and you’ve been out with your girls for hours. You’ve danced, drank, wandered downtown or frat row and maybe even chatted up…
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Mia Bella’s Vintage & Retro: Styling State College
Looking for a vintage or retro shop in State College? A pop-up vintage store, Mia Bella’s Vintage & Retro, is open right now at 216…
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Hispanic Heritage Month Events at Penn State
September marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, but Penn State has numerous events to offer well through October. This year’s theme is “Unidos en…
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Put a Theme on It
VALLEY loves a themed party at the frats as much as the next … but what about the nights when there is no theme? The…
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Tailgating 101: What Makes a Good Pre-Game Bash
We all love football games; however, the tailgates are what get us ready for the real event. It’s like doing your makeup and hair before…
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A New Era of Wellness: The Vitality Wellness Club
The newest addition to downtown State College is designed to recharge the body and mind. Step into the ultimate fitness zone at Vitality Wellness Club…
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Just Friends? Penn State Edition
Penn State is a magical place where so many people fall in love. There have been countless beautiful proposals on campus and couples sharing the…
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Is Running The New Tinder?
Are dating apps not working? Tired of playing the infamous swiping game on Tinder? Try deleting those apps and picking up your pair of running…
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Game On: How Penn State THON and Athletics Rally to Beat Childhood Cancer
What are Penn State students’ two most favorite things? Most would answer football season and THON. With more than 80,000 passionate Penn Staters, the 2024…
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Juggling Junior Year at Penn State
Returning to Penn State for junior year can bring a lot of conflicting emotions. Students are comfortable with campus and have formed solid friendships by…
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The Role of Cultural Organizations at Penn State
Coming to a new university is scary. Especially coming to a new university as a person of color at a predominantly white institution. The feeling…
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Sick of the Classic Café Chains? A Guide to Finding the Best Local Cafés in State College
As much as our routine, consistent coffee orders from Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts usually hit the spot. State College has a variety of local cafes…
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Sylly Week Shenanigans: Let’s Debrief
As sylly week comes to an end and the reality of college life sets in, it is crucial to reflect on all the events that…
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