Get to Know the THON 2019 Executive Director: Kelly McCready
The Penn State Dance Marathon has become nationally and internationally recognized as the largest student-run philanthropy in the world with over 16,500 student volunteers and…
Tori Rooney
Tori is a senior print and digital journalism major with minors in business and international relations. Tori is a lover of all things music. She also has passions for writing, photography and her dog. When she's not writing or out photographing, she's either sleeping, watching documentaries or thinking about what's for dinner.
5 Health and Wellness Bloggers to Follow on Instagram
Finding good Instagram content that deviates from the typical post-football game day posts can be refreshing. Mixing up your feed and using social media instead…
Turning Culture Shock into a Comfortable Lifestyle: Traveling Tips 101
Becoming accustomed to a brand new culture and environment can be tricky. Health and wellness blogger, Lee Tilghman, also known as @leefromamerica on Instagram, recently returned…
What the Podcast “Caliphate” Will Teach You About Investigative Journalism
“Caliphate” is the New York Times‘ riveting 10-episode audio series highlighting foreign correspondent and resident terrorism expert Rukmini Callimachi‘s experience infiltrating all things ISIS. Her extensive…
Fall 2018 at the BJC: What Events To Look Out For
The Bryce Jordan Center in University Park has, for decades, hosted some of the most notable artists and performers of their generation. For this upcoming…
Happy 4th of July in Happy Valley
As Independence Day festivities loom, families and friends nationwide will celebrate our country’s independence with all things red, white and blue, poolside barbecues, fireworks and…
5 Nutrient-Dense Detoxifying Foods
Rid your body of all those toxins and bad bacteria for the holiday season so you can make room for all of the festive food to come. Save the bad foods for when you really deserve them―Thanksgiving.
College GameDay at Penn State Then and Now
ESPN’S College GameDay is to return to Penn State for the sixth time since 2009.
No Penn State Gym Membership Fee, No Problem—Except One
Generally speaking, Penn State fitness has started the year off right for those gym-loving fitness gurus, and now it seems to be getting even better with the White Building renovations finally being completed and the soon-to-be state of the art facilities being added to the IM Building.
That Morning Stretch is More Important Than You May Think
You don’t have to be an experienced yogi to understand the importance of a routine morning stretch.
Maintain Motivation for the Home Stretch
It can be easy to let your studies slip away from you, but staying on top of everything will make the rest of the school year a piece of cake. Keep going, you are almost there!
LGBTQ Community Shows Their Pride at Old Main
As the gusty winds swayed through the large rainbow flag draped over the front steps of Old Main, close to 40, even 50 Penn State students of the LGBTQ community gathered together for a cause bigger than just themselves.
New Vegan Hotspot in Downtown State College
On the block in between Panera Bread and Rita’s, Cafe Verve is the first fully established vegan cafe to open in the streets of downtown State College.
How to Avoid the Awkward Political Talk at the Thanksgiving Table
Remind everyone that keeping political conversation to a minimum and maintaining a mature etiquette is nothing but the proper thing to do. If all else fails, just argue about which grandkid Grandmom likes best.
Discovering the Spice of Life: State College Farmers’ Markets
Fresh produce, flowers and seasonal favorites like fresh made apple cider seem to bring total elation to some Penn State students.
Talking Chokers with Albright Beads
The best part about this comeback trend? Chokers are easy to make yourself! Valley sat down with Penn State student and entrepreneur, Jordan Albright, to find out more.
Survival Guide to Sorority Recruitment 101
Between balancing your schedule, finding acceptable outfits, fighting through the pain of wearing heels, and dealing with the incessantly long and redundant conversations with chapter members, just know that rushing can indeed be done!
The Least and Most Successfully Iconic Celebrity Marriages
Any relationship exceeding a mere five to seven years in Hollywood is basically considered a lifetime so Valley found some of the most and least successful celebrity marriages of our time.