Behavioral Based Interview Questions
Some of you may already have internships secured for the summer or co-ops lined up for the fall, but for those of you out there still looking, Valley has some interviewing tips for you.
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All PAWS on Deck: Volunteer at an Animal Shelter this Holiday Season
As the holiday season rolls around, it truly brings out the best in people – the giving side of people. Whether that be giving to charity or donating your time, the holiday season is a time of year where people come together to help others.
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The Definitive Proof that #MichiganStillSucks
So we may not have come away with a win this weekend, but let’s be honest… Michigan still sucks – no matter what time of day it is. Having been at the game in the “Big House”, I experienced firsthand the many reasons why Penn State is and always will be the better school.
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Behind the Scenes at New York Fashion Week
Why are February and September the best months out of the entire year? Because that’s when New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is held. This year, NYFW lasted 10 days, September 3-11. Fashion designers from all over the world come to NYC to showcase their spring and summer 2015 (SS15) collections to potential buyers, press and the general public. Although some fashion shows
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Origami Skirts: The Skort is Back
Back in our middle school days, denim mini skirts were all the rage. Now, we look to the origami skirt, which is an updated version from the denim mini, or “the new mini skirt” if you will. From the runways to the streets, the origami skirt is a staple that is affordable for every type of budget.
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Taking Your Closet From Drab to Fab
From dorm rooms to apartments, many of us have become accustomed to the small closet life. Sure we all probably have high hopes of having a roomy walk-in closet one-day, but for now we must make use of what we have. Having a small closet means maximizing every inch of space. Organization is a key factor in successful space maximization.
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Behind the Birkin Bag
Birkin bags are the crème de la crème of handbags – the end all be all.
Created by Hermès and named after singer and actress Jane Birkin, the Birkin bag ranges in price anywhere from $7,400 to $150,000. With prices like these, it makes sense why these bags are typically seen being sported by celebs and very wealthy individuals.
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The Sporty Trend
This spring, the athletic trend is kicking it old school. Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs, Lacoste and Prada (the list goes on and on), have all inspired us to try out this sporty, athletic trend. From crop tops, to jersey dresses, to bomber jackets and tennis shoes, this trend offers endless opportunities to expand your style.
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Dive Into Fashion With Neoprene
Have you ever been scuba diving before or have plans to go this summer? You probably wore a wetsuit for this particular water activity…but have you ever paid close attention to what the wetsuit is made out of?
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Oil Pulling: The “New” Health Fad
An ancient Ayurvedic Indian system of healing, originating from the Vedic culture of India, is teaching us a completely “new” way to go about oral hygiene – not to mention a supposedly natural way of whitening teeth. Oil pulling has become a major health craze here in the U.S. as of late, but many people have never heard of this remedy. So what is it exactly?
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DIY Spring Nail Trends
With high hopes that the temperatures here in Happy Valley will warm up any day now… why not celebrate spring with this season’s best DIY nail trends.
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Splash Into Spring with Colored Jeans
With so many trends hitting the runways of fashion week for this spring, it can be hard to choose which ones we’re going to try first. While denim will always be in style, colored denim gives you the option to try out this spring’s hottest trends in the most colorful ways.
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Hit the Airports Like An A-Lister
Whether you’re studying abroad this summer or planning to take a trip with family or friends, you may get so consumed in packing for your actual trip that you forget to pick out that perfect outfit for the airport.
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NYFW: Polar Vortex Edition
With New York Fashion Week coming to a close, we can all take a moment to appreciate all of the exceptional street style looks from the fashion industries’ best dressed. This year, there was one obstacle that made dressing stylishly more of a challenge than usual, the polar vortex weather. However, the freezing temperatures and tremendous amounts of snow did not stop these fashionistas from looking their best.
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TBT: The Sharpie Phase
Middle School, aka the good old days. The days when life was carefree and wasn’t consumed by homework and exams. Don’t you wish you could go back? Well… maybe not.
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Mini Chicken Pot Pies
With six more weeks of winter ahead of us according to Punxsutawney Phil, those cold temperatures aren’t going anywhere. If walking to the dining halls or going out to dinner in this cold weather doesn’t appeal to you, Valley has the ideal recipe for an easy home cooked meal.
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PSU Women’s Ice Hockey: Making History
Starting out as a club sport and now a Division 1 sport here at Penn State, the PSU Women’s Ice Hockey team is in the midst of making history. From their days in the old rink at the Greenburg Ice Pavilion, to their big move to the Pegula Ice Area, the women’s hockey team is ready to go down this new and exciting path.
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‘Tis the Season for Ugly Christmas Sweaters
During the holiday season, ugly is the new hot. Ugly Christmas sweaters have turned into a wardrobe staple for this time of year. I’m sure most of us have been to an ugly Christmas sweater party at one point or another, but if you’re new to this whole ordeal, not to worry, Valley will break down every aspect of this ever-so-popular trend.
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Fit and Fashionable: Kate Hudson’s Fabletics
Fabletics – fabulous athletic wear. Who doesn’t want to look fashionable and stylish while working out? You can say goodbye to those old gym clothes that are not the least bit attractive.
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Valley Pick of the Week: Dove’s Invigorating Dry Shampoo
Do you ever find yourself waking up in the morning and not having time to wash your hair before class? Or, if you are someone who has naturally oily hair, this product will be a total game changer for you.
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