The Science Behind Retail Therapy
You heard us right. It turns out those little shopping trips to Target and T.J. Maxx have science to back them up — and have…
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Celebrities Speaking Out on Their Times in Cults
Cults are a phenomenon that we hear about in the news and media for their mystery and anonymity for their members. Few people have spoken…
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The Women of State: AFROTC Edition
It’s likely you’ve seen them on campus in their OCPs on Thursdays or marching in perfect synchronicity to and from the Shields Building, but there…
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The 5 Stages of Grief in a College Breakup
The classic five stages of grief are as follows: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. A breakup tends to follow these stages since the loss…
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Is the downfall of Peanut the downfall of Democracy?
On Friday Nov. 1, the beloved pet squirrel named Peanut was euthanized by the state of New York. Mark Longo, Peanut’s owner and content creator,…
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Reinventing the Ballet Flat
The ballet flat has come back with vengeance. They have become a new staple for both a business casual outfit as well as a way…
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The Heartfelt Symbolism of the Claddagh Ring
Claddagh jewelry bridges the time between friendship bracelets and engagement rings. The symbol –– two hands holding a crowned heart–signifies friendship, love and loyalty in…
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State College’s Political Divide
To say the least, the 2024 election carried high stakes. In the weeks leading up to Election Day, a walk down the streets of State…
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Young, Naked and Free
In a world that often prioritizes hustle and connection, the idea of stripping down—both literally and metaphorically—can feel liberating yet daunting. Being naked alone invites…
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Centre Film Festival
The Centre Film Festival returns to Centre County from Nov. 11 to 17, showcasing over 200 films across documentary, narrative and experimental genres. This year’s…
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The Seven-Point Rule
Fashion is a powerful form of self-expression, shaping how others perceive you from the very first glance. Sure, it’s easy to pull on a basic…
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“Stranger Things” Casts a New Light on Broadway
The hit Netflix series “Stranger Things” is set to make its Broadway debut with “Stranger Things: The First Shadow.” This three-hour play, which is currently…
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Your Real Life Flat and Round Characters
Back in language arts class in elementary school, one of the lessons that we learned was the difference between flat and round characters in books….
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Home Away From Home
Going away to college can be a tricky thing. It requires moving away from the places and people you know and love. This change may…
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No One Likes A Copy-Cat
As babies, most twins are forced to wear matching outfits so “twinning” is a universal phenomenon. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are an iconic set of…
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The Eras of Others
Taylor Swift’s historical Eras Tour has effectuated her to unquestionably be the pop star of the summer. Her fan base known as “Swifties” became a…
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The French Contrast Level Makeup Theory
For those who have never learned how to do every step of a full makeup routine, where to start in learning can be difficult to…
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The Rise And Fall Of The Backpack
While walking around State College on the way to class, you may have noticed the decreasing popularity of backpacks among students and the rising trend…
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Let’s Bring Back DIY Facemasks
Did anyone here go through a phase in middle school where they religiously made at home face masks? These messy, goopy, questionably effective DIY projects…
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Shari Franke and ‘The House of [Her] Mother’
On October 14, Shari Franke announced the publication of her memoir, “The House of My Mother.” The book hits shelves on January 7, 2025, following…
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