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…
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…
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….
VALLEY Video | Thai Night
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…
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….
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…
What DRCM’s Need For Their Dancer
Dancing without sleep or rest for 46 hours is physically, emotionally and mentally taxing for anyone who tries, but it is done with such great…
Discovering Tomorrow’s “Hidden Wonders”
With a month to go before we dance for a cure for 46 hours, the THON events are well under way. The THON Showcase, “Hidden…
Movin’ On Wants To Hear From You!
To gauge where student interest lies, Movin’ On has sent out their annual artist survey for students to select which artists they would like to see perform at the concert.
Breaking the Internet: The 2017 Streamy Awards
The 2017 Streamy Awards will be remembered as a night that summed up online culture of the moment—awkward, outrageous, but present and together nonetheless.
The Line Dance: Party and Purpose | THON 2017
“I like the final Four Diamonds verse because it brings it all in and reminds us why we do what we do, I get chills every time I do it on the floor.”
THON’s Most Epic Socks | THON 2017
Keep knocking our socks off, dancers! You are truly incredible!
Meet the Valley Girls Dancing This Weekend | THON 2017
This year, two of Valley’s own are down on the floor, dancing the full 46 hours for the kids. Valley caught up with Carolyn and Katie 16 hours into the dance marathon to get an inside look of how the experience has unfolded.
What’s In Your Fanny Pack? | THON 2017
Every year, THON brings out the best colorful tutus, socks, hairstyles and most importantly—fanny packs. Valley decided to get the inside scoop on whats in some of the dancers’ fanny packs this year.
Pumped Up to Stand Up | THON 2017
THON 2017 is off to a great start with some amazing performers warming up the crowd on stage. Several student groups including singers, dancers and musicians performed before the official THON dancers first stood up.
DNCE Takes the THON Stage | THON 2017
DNCE took THON by storm with their surprise performance, filling the room with energy and boosting the morale of spectators and dancers alike.
Urban Outfitters Community Cares Celebrates THON
With THON 2017 right around the corner, Urban Outfitters jumped on board to help raise some awareness and some last minute funds and get excited for the big weekend.
5 Ways to Prepare for THON 2017
Whether this is your first THON, or your fourth, put on your dancing shoes and get excited, because you are going to have the time of your life!