THON’s Collegiate Impact
In 1973, the first-ever THON was a 30-hour dance marathon that raised $2,316 in the HUB Ballroom. In 2021, there are over 250 colleges and…
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Your Ultimate THON 2021 Playlist
With a virtual THON this year, the need for songs with sick beats and inspirational lyrics is greater than ever. Here are some songs that…
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How to Enjoy This Year’s THON
This year’s THON is something that Penn State never imagined happening. From fundraising months before, preparing to stand hours on end, and doing it all…
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We’re in ‘Stupid Love’ With Lady Gaga’s Latest Looks
Lady Gaga’s next fashion era has arrived and it is everything we could have wanted. Between her new album “Chromatica” coming later this year and…
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The Ultimate Quarantine and Chill Playlist
Here at VALLEY, we believe in making the most of these days in quarantine by staying home and focusing on ourselves! Honestly, we’ve lost count…
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OPINION: A Freshman’s First THON
As a freshman, THON seems like a secret known only to those who have experienced it. Whenever I’d ask what THON is like, I would…
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THON 2020: More Than Just a Weekend
Penn State’s 2020 THON weekend has come to a close. Over 700 dancers went 46 hours without sitting or sleeping and thousands of others were…
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The Power of Power Remix
Power Remix is a dance fitness, cardio-based class where you’re having so much fun moving to the songs that you forget you’re even working out. Penn State fitness instructor Kristen Denezza tells VALLEY what it’s like to teach this unique class.
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Lara Meisner: Pushing Through
Growing up, Lara Meisner’s second home was her dance studio in New Jersey. She started dancing at three years old and never looked back. She…
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The Perfect Summer Aux Playlist
From bump sessions to beach days to pre-game playlist or maybe even a dance in the mirror all by yourself with a hairbrush — you name that type of playlist — VALLEY’s got you this summer.
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“Arts in the VALLEY” PAC Spring Showcase
This Thursday, March 28, the Performing Arts Council (PAC) in collaboration with VALLEY Magazine will be holding “Arts in the VALLEY” at 7:30 p.m. in the Schwab Auditorium.
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THON Showcase: Creativity For A Cause
The THON showcase, which took place this past Thursday, January 17, is just one example of the many events organized by this captain committee.
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The Best NYE Performances of Our Generation
As 2019 begins, VALLEY is taking a look back and counting down some of the most iconic New Year’s Eve performances in recent history.
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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…
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The Penn State Thespians Present: Young Frankenstein!
If you’re looking for something to do this cold October weekend in State College, look no further. Just in time for the spooky season, the…
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Club Spotlight: Penn State Dance Alliance
In 2007, a group of former dancers in search of a home came together with a vision of bringing a new dance team to campus….
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Meet The VALLEY Reps In THON 2018
Practically the whole school is busy preparing for one of the most major events of the year, and the members of VALLEY are no exception…
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Stories Behind Why We THON
With THON only a few short days away, it’s important to be reminded why we THON and the true meaning behind the 46-hour dance marathon….
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The Fanny Pack Is Back
With THON coming up in less than one week, the hype here on campus is unreal. Whether students have been raising money through their THON…
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