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Valerie Murphy

Val is currently a senior at Penn State majoring in English. You'll most likely find her at Saint's cafe drinking yet another cappuccino.

Beauty & Health

VALLEY Tries It: Eyelash Extensions

By Valerie Murphy

After seeing a ton of buzz on social media recently, I decided to enter a realm of beauty I had never experienced before: eyelash extensions….

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Beauty & Health, Recipes, Valloween

“All Eyes on You” Cake Pops

By Valerie Murphy

Trick-or-treaters, faux cobwebs and ransacked Party City shelves: it’s Halloween once again. Whether you’re attending a costume party or staying in and marathoning classic horror…

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Fashion

“Clueless” Nailed These Fashion Trends

By Valerie Murphy

There’s so much to love about the 90’s cult classic film “Clueless:” the cast, major throwback songs and, of course, the fashion. Despite the film’s…

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Beauty & Health, Recipes

Fall in Love with these Autumnal Cocktails

By Valerie Murphy

Since the crisp chill of fall is once again in the air, your alcohol preferences – just like your wardrobe – should change accordingly. You’ll…

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Self-Improvement

Make Your LinkedIn Profile Standout

By Valerie Murphy

Your motivation to network and refresh your résumé shouldn’t stop when your summer internship does. If you haven’t already, consider creating (or updating) a LinkedIn…

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Beauty & Health

CoolSculpting: 2018’s Body Contouring Procedure

By Valerie Murphy

Most of us are familiar with liposuction: an invasive cosmetic procedure undergone to rid the patient of excess weight. This cosmetic surgery reigned supreme for…

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Beauty & Health, VALLEY Pick of the Week

Staff Picks: GLAMGLOW GRAVITYMUD Firming Treatment

By Valerie Murphy

Recently I tested out GLAMGLOW’s GRAVITYMUD Firming Treatment face mask: it was fabulous! This mask promises to tighten and brighten your skin (with the help…

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Beauty & Health, Recipes

You’ll Want a Pizza This

By Valerie Murphy

What is State College known for? Football, pokey sticks and THON (to name a few). But pizza? Not so much. Compared to Jersey and New…

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Entertainment

Miranda Hobbes — The Unsung Hero of SATC

By Valerie Murphy

When you think of “Sex and the City,” does SJP in a pink tutu dress or a killer pair of Manolos immediately pop into your…

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Campus Culture, Features

Annabelle Schmitt: Inspiring and Empowering Young Women

By Valerie Murphy

If you’re looking for a new #WomanCrushWednesday, look no further than Penn State student Annabelle Schmitt. Annabelle, or “Annabae” as her friends and currently 4,183 Instagram followers…

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Beauty & Health

Drop Some Acid (Into Your Skincare Routine)

By Valerie Murphy

Let’s recall the middle school (and even high school) days of using the tried and true St. Ives apricot face scrub; the one-stop-shop to remedy…

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Beauty & Health

We Tried It: Kickboxing at LionHeart

By Valerie Murphy

VALLEY is always on the lookout for new trends and products to incorporate into our daily health and wellness routines, and recently we came across…

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Beauty & Health

Probiotic Basics

By Valerie Murphy

Most often, beauty products target outward appearance—concealer, corrective creams, spot treatments, etc. to cover up imperfections that manifest from factors like diet, stress and environmental…

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Fashion, THON

THON 2018 DIY Accessories

By Valerie Murphy

Even though THON is less than a week away (!!!), most of us are probably still scrambling to get the final touches that will round…

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Beauty & Health

The Cure To All Breakfast Woes: Egg Muffin Cups

By Valerie Murphy

Let’s be real, getting out of bed is the hardest step in any morning routine. Why wake up early when we can spend five more…

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Beauty & Health

Pillow Talk

By Valerie Murphy

While stress and diet have a strong correlation to the condition of your skin, there is another possible culprit for your less-than-perfect complexion—your pillowcase.

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Staff Pick of the Week: The Fall FabFitFun Box
VALLEY Pick of the Week

Staff Pick of the Week: The Fall FabFitFun Box

By Valerie Murphy

Hey VALLEY babes! I recently took the plunge and subscribed to receive the fall FabFitFun box, and my life has been changed for the better.

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Beauty & Health

Apple Pie Bite Recipe

By Valerie Murphy

“With the fall season now in full swing, my roommates and I have been on an unapologetic apple, pumpkin and butternut squash kick.”

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Self-Improvement

Grocery Store Tips Every Young Adult Should Know

By Valerie Murphy

“After lugging all of my bags upstairs and organizing the contents in my refrigerator, I realized I over-bought.”

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Self-Improvement

Benefits of Keeping a Journal

By Valerie Murphy

Don’t buy into the idea that keeping a journal is only for people who are extremely emotional, because everyone, regardless of how many (or few emotions) you feel, can benefit from this practice.

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