The Second Puberty
Going through puberty as a middle schooler or high schooler is like constantly being at war with yourself. By the time it’s over and you’re…
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Navigating Jealousy in Friendships
Friendships are one of the most beautiful things that life has to offer. They’re built on kindness, love and respect. They can sustain the most…
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And When I’m Back in Chicago, I Feel It
As we age, we begin to reflect on past versions of ourselves. People don’t realize how much they have changed until they take a moment…
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Crisis in the Amazon
The largest river in the world is facing severe drought. In any crisis, knowing the facts is key, as it encourages people to enact change. Every…
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A Decade Ago
Ah yes, 2014. The year Kim married Kanye and ice buckets spilled over countless heads. Teens everywhere were watching “The Fault In Our Stars” and…
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The Change Theory
Alexa, play The Longest Wave by Red Hot Chili Peppers. On a day to day basis, we ride the wave of life full of many…
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Self-Improvement: A Step By Step Process
As a new academic year begins at Penn State, many students set an array of goals in order to become the best versions of themselves….
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A Trim to Reclaim A Grin
The mascara staining your cheeks, your favorite ice cream in hand and a broken heart as you lay in your bed in complete despair. Your…
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The Single Girls of State: Revisiting The Celibate Slut
Oh, hey there. It’s March and the last time I was here, it was in November. I am dearly sorry. In my defense, I have…
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The Double Life
Making our way to the final haul of the spring semester, VALLEY had a reflection moment during the end of our spring breaks. As we…
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Embracing Newfound Independence
College comes with so many lessons, the biggest one being who each of us really is as a person. While balancing new friends in a…
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Amazing Brain: Neuroplasticity Is One Of Our Greatest Powers
Neuroplasticity is one of the most powerful concepts in neuroscience because it can revolutionize how someone views themselves. In essence, the idea is that our…
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To be Loved is to be Changed
“To be loved is to be changed” may sound like a simple and obvious phrase, but for many, it reflects the love they felt growing…
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The Butterfly: A Symbol for Change
Generation Z has taken over the world in the last few years. From social media domination to new fashion trends to political outcry, the whole…
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Self-Improvement Books for When Change Is Needed
It’s easy to read inspirational quotes and feel like they’re oozing with cheese. Hackneyed phrases like “Never give up!” and “You got this” gets old,…
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Moldavite: What to Know
Moldavite is a well-known healing crystal that is used for both physical and mental purposes. Moldavite has been around for quite a while, so why…
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THON’s Collegiate Impact
In 1973, the first-ever THON was a 30-hour dance marathon that raised $2,316 in the HUB Ballroom. In 2021, there are over 250 colleges and…
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#EndSARS: What is Happening in Nigeria?
On Oct. 20, 12 people were killed and many were left injured after men dressed in military uniform opened fire on a peaceful protest in…
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State College Stands Up
Ever since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25, people across the country and the world have been speaking out, protesting, signing…
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Activism During the Pandemic: How to Get Involved from Home
The 2020 election is just months away; there are concerns surrounding major corporations operating during the pandemic and impending threats to the economy; the student…
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