A Cup of Hot Cocoa
The first snow of the season has glazed over Penn State. When temperatures drop below freezing, it can be hard to feel your best. Sometimes…
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The Fig Tree Metaphor
Some of life’s biggest decisions happen within your four years of college. Even now, you’re probably asking yourself five million questions about your future. Who…
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Your College Apartment Memory Book
Whether you’re a graduating senior or a sophomore who is just looking for a change in your living situation next year, your apartment holds many…
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Why You Should Watch Dune
With the release of Dune: Part Two, the franchise has gained many more fans in the past few weeks. Amazing performances by the cast, jaw-dropping…
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Buy Your Way Into Being Daisy Jones
If you have ever wanted to emulate 1970’s Los Angeles “rock and roll” fashion, Free People has you covered. Following the release of Amazon Prime…
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A New Bookstore Opens in State College!
It’s a good day to be a bookworm in State College! A new bookstore called The Squirrel and Acorn Bookshop recently opened at 103 S….
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Six Self-Help Books You Need to Read This Summer
Just picture it: you’re soaking up the sun, you’ve got some lemon water, a yummy snack and a perfectly light breeze. But wait, what’s missing?…
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Spice Up Your Secret Santa
If you’re tired of doing the same old holiday gift exchange each year, VALLEY has the perfect solution for you. We’ve come up with some…
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Holiday Books To Read this Season
From watching “The Grinch” to baking cookies to listening to Christmas music, there are so many ways to get into the spirit of the holidays….
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POV: What People Think When you Read in Public
You’re sitting sideways on a cold bench, burying your head into your scarf. Leaves are falling perfectly around you while subtle breeze lifts your hair….
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What Are Jane Austen’s Characters Doing Now?
There’s a reason why Jane Austen’s characters have been repurposed so many times — why, they’ve simply bewitched us. We’ve seen how Emma fared in…
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Find Your Next Read From These Bookish Content Creators
Some of the most popular books right now are the ones being recommended online, specifically on YouTube or right on your For You page. But…
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What Romance Trope is Right for You?
Picture yourself wallowing through a bookstore’s endless isles of titles trying to find the perfect book to take home, but you do not know what…
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Book Adaptations: Read and Watch Guide
There is a good chance that one of your favorite movies or tv shows is actually based on a book. The Princess Diaries, Gossip Girl,…
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Add Reading to your Daily Routine
Whether you are a regular reader or haven’t picked up a book in a while, it can be difficult to find the time to read…
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The Ultimate Winter Book List
A snowy winter day can call for three things—your favorite pair of pajamas, a big cup of hot chocolate and a nice book to settle…
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Best Self-Help Books
From career tips to relationship advice, there are lots of great self-help books on the market. But with so many options to choose from, how…
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Greta Gerwig Warms Hearts With “Little Women”
Critically acclaimed and beloved director, Greta Gerwig, did it again with a beautiful film adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s book, “Little Women”. Since its release…
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Tony Elion Jr: Changing the World One Accomplishment at a Time
If you haven’t already, it’s time for you to meet 38-year-old Tony Elion Jr., a law student here at Penn State. Elion is a U.S….
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Sunday Reset for Success
Sundays shouldn’t have to be scary; they can be both relaxing and productive. Having a constructive Sunday routine is a great reset from the weekend and help set the tone for a week of success.
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