Mastering Essentialism
Often times in college, or in life in general, it is easy to fall into a circle of committing to much more than you can handle.
20 Best Quotes To Move You
We should take a step back and gain some perspective through words that can get us through the week and through life.
Meet VALLEY’s Fall 2018 Campus Culture Section Opener: Brendan Bernicker
“The first step in making a difference in something that matters is to find out what that something is.” Penn State senior, Brendan Bernicker, spends…
“Hatred Can’t Weaken a City of Steel”
Tragically, for many it is no longer shocking to hear of a mass shooting — or at least that’s how people feel after the amount…
Halloween Dos and Don’ts
With Halloween night just a few days away, costume stress levels are high and excitement is building up for everyone’s ensemble reveal. The topic of…
Come Back To Earth
Malcolm McCormick, the Pittsburgh rapper known as Mac Miller, died at 26 on September 7 in his California home from a drug overdose. Miller offered music…
A Blog A Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Reading inspirational quotes or using the power of positive thinking can be taken to the next level by realizing some people spend their lives researching…
Anti-Social Media
Soon after social media was invented, it became an outlet for teens to spend their time, compete to post the best picture and gain the…
Kate Spade’s Legacy Lives On
Two months after her death, we remember Kate Spade and the large impact she leaves on fashion for American women. For many, the tragic passing…
VALLEY Asked Penn State What They’re Grateful For This Season
VALLEY asked Penn State what they’re grateful for this holiday season, and the responses just might urge you to be a little more grateful today.
The Tim Ferriss Show: Deconstructing World-Class Performers
Podcasts have been on the rise for about three to four years, but only in about the last year have podcasts become a household name. One of VALLEY’s favorites is The Tim Ferriss Show, and we think it deservers some recognition.
Press Play: Films for the Soul
For all the adventure or self-help seekers out there, or even those that just love a good film, check out these films.
THON 5K 2017 Recap
VALLEY sat down with Daniel Cooley and Jillian House, the passionate and motivated THON 5K Development Captains, to hear what they had to say about the successful event.
GIVE: Growth International Volunteer Excursions
VALLEY sat down with GIVE Global Engagement Team Representative, Jessica Hillman, to learn why students should take advantage of this transformative opportunity.
THON 5K: Strides to Celebrate Our Stars
The 17th Annual THON 5K is just around the corner and it’s going to be the best it has ever been.
Give Me Some Headspace
Eight weeks into school, as we drown in exams, essays and projects, we all need to clear some ‘headspace.’
What “Milk and Honey” Taught Us
Follow along while Valley reminisces on Kaur’s best as we wait to get out hands on what she calls the ‘second birth’ entitled “The Sun and Her Flowers,” which came out yesterday.
THON Committees 101
As the very best weekend of the year approaches, the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON) 2018 preparations are being taken to the next level. THON Committee applications are live on the THON website and the applications are due Friday, Sept. 15.
TED Talks That Will Enhance Your Life
If you haven’t heard of TED Talks you’ve been missing out. These powerful speeches are used to spread ideas and stories via video and they’ll keep you searching for more.
5 Advantages of Doing Things That Scare You
As life as a college student quickly flies by, strategizing ways to reach your goals and aspirations is probably a constant state of mind. Opportunities…