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Colleen Dunn

Colleen Dunn is a junior at Penn State studying Public Relations with a minor in Theatre. Whenever she's not online shopping, she is hanging out with her friends or singing with her A Cappella group. After she graduates, Colleen is set on moving to the Big Apple where she can hopefully fulfill her dream of attending the Met Gala.

Beauty & Health

Working Towards a Smaller Waist

By Colleen Dunn

While everyone’s idea of the “perfect body” varies tremendously, one thing that many people strive for is a smaller waist. No body is made the…

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Beauty & Health

The Secret to Long Lashes

By Colleen Dunn

It is hard not to envy those who are blessed with long, full eyelashes with a naturally-perfect curl. If only there was a way for…

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Fashion

Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2022 Fashion Section Opener: Rithu GS

By Colleen Dunn

Fashion Through Rithu’s Eyes On a college campus where sweats and sneakers are the normalized attire, it is rare to see any students that are…

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Beauty & Health

Easy Ways to Increase Your Protein Intake

By Colleen Dunn

As the summer sun begins to shine and we prepare for our beach trips and pool dips, many of us are trying to get in…

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Entertainment

The Smack Heard Around the World

By Colleen Dunn

On Sunday night, history was made as Ariana DeBose became the first openly queer woman of color to win an acting Oscar and Troy Kotsur…

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Fashion

Going Out in Style

By Colleen Dunn

It’s almost that time, seniors. The time to pick out our white dresses or button-up and khakis to wear under our Nittany lion blue graduation…

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This Just In

The History of Holidays: Mardi Gras

By Colleen Dunn

This Tuesday, countries all over the world took part in the celebration of Mardi Gras. Often times when we think of this holiday, we picture…

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Entertainment

Success or Scandal: “Pam & Tommy”

By Colleen Dunn

After its first three episodes aired on Feb. 2, the Hulu series “Pam & Tommy” immediately became a topic of great discussion. An eight-part show…

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Self-Improvement

5 Tips to Keep a Clean Space

By Colleen Dunn

Whether living in a college dorm or downtown apartment, many of us struggle with the same issue—too much stuff and not enough space. It can…

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Campus Culture

Penn State’s Own “Pitch Perfect”

By Colleen Dunn

For many, the word “a cappella” triggers an immediate thought of the 2012 film “Pitch Perfect.” However, collegiate a cappella is not just a concept…

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Beauty & Health

Curbing Your Coffee Cravings

By Colleen Dunn

With all of the sleepless nights studying and early morning alarms for class that college life brings, many students turn to what they think is…

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Entertainment

Netflix’s “Cheer” Makes Its Return

By Colleen Dunn

At the beginning of 2020, Netflix released a docuseries that captured the attention of the entire nation. “Cheer” quickly became a hit among audiences of…

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Entertainment

The Spider-Man Debacle

By Colleen Dunn

In the new “Spider-Man: No Way Home” film, audiences watched as the multiple Marvel universes collided and all the Spider-Man’s met face to face. This…

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Self-Improvement

Spice Up Your Secret Santa

By Colleen Dunn

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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Campus Culture

Finals Week is Coming…

By Colleen Dunn

With finals week quickly approaching, studying season is in full swing here at Penn State. VALLEY spoke with students from various years and majors to…

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Self-Improvement

Practicing Gratitude

By Colleen Dunn

As many approach the Thanksgiving holiday, people are preparing for the moment at the dinner table when gratitude is voiced out loud. Expressing gratitude doesn’t…

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Entertainment

The Return of Carrie Bradshaw

By Colleen Dunn

And just like that, the queen returns to her New York…Carrie Bradshaw is finally back. After six successful seasons and two sequel movies, “Sex and…

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Entertainment

Who is Cody Rigsby?

By Colleen Dunn

It can be hard to think about the good things that came from the pandemic. Not for Peloton personality Cody Rigsby though — COVID-19 essentially kickstarted…

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Entertainment

The Inspiring Story of “Tick, Tick… Boom!”

By Colleen Dunn

Jonathan Larson is a well-recognized name by many theatre junkies and Broadway fanatics. Soon, the whole world will know his name and his inspiring story…

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Self-Improvement

Let’s Get Personal: Laptop Edition

By Colleen Dunn

If you’re looking for unique ways to personalize your laptop case, VALLEY has got you covered. Sure, you can leave your laptop sleek and free…

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