It’s Canada Goose Season… Again
Everyone knows the feeling: seeing your breath in front of your eyes, shivering in pain despite choosing to not wear gloves (because gloves are for…
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Must-Visit Downtown International Markets
If you are bored of the lack of options within the downtown Target and Mclanahan’s, look no further. These stores have different choices and cultures…
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LineLeap: The New Norm
To transition into semi-normalcy after a year of strict COVID-related rules, Penn State bars have changed a lot of their policies. However, for some bars,…
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Parking at PSU Made Easy
So you’ve found the perfect apartment, now what? Finding affordable and convenient parking is something all Penn State students struggle with when it comes to…
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The Return of State’s Farmers Market
With COVID-19 regulations making social events near impossible, activities worth doing are hard to come by. However, Penn State’s return of the downtown farmers market…
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Downtown Shutdowns in State College
You might be thinking that every downtown State College shop shut down due to the global pandemic. Actually, there are some State College stores that…
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Living Off Campus: The Highs and Lows
As much as we might have loved the short walk to classes, the unlimited toilet paper supply and having so many of your best friends right down the hall from you, moving off campus into an apartment or house opens up for so many more things to love and appreciate.
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Things To Do During a State College Summer
Maybe it’s for a job, internship or classes, but for some reason or another, you’ve found yourself in Happy Valley during the off season.
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Surprise Penn State, the Jonas Brothers are in Town
We Are … in State College! On April 5, the Jonas Brothers surprised everyone in State College (and Twitter) by performing at Champs Downtown right here in Penn State.
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The Hierarchy of State College Pizza
In the late hours of the night, hundreds of students roam downtown in search of something to eat after a long night of partying. While there are lots of options open late, a lot of people tend to lean towards one popular snack: pizza.
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Frat Land’s New Neighbors
On January 28, Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority announced that the Penn State Beta Eta Chapter will be moving off campus to downtown State College. The organization has leased a former fraternity house on Beaver Avenue for the next three years.
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Gifts for Your Galentines
Valentine’s Day with bae might be exciting, but nothing can top Galentine’s Day. Even if you’re skipping Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day is a must this year.
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Ethereal Boutique: How A Young Entrepreneur is Making Her Mark on State College
As the seasons slowly begin to change, now is the time to start pulling together all of the pieces you’ll be wearing this fall. With…
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Five Ideas for a Trendy Apartment
When trying to move into your apartment, it feels like there are a million other things going on around you. Between trying to figure out…
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For Your Sweet Tooth
Chocolate lovers, donut fans and ice cream enthusiasts can all agree on one thing—they have a huge sweet tooth that can only be satisfied by…
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Holiday Shopping for the Difficult-to-Shop-for People in Your Life
The air has grown crisp, the days have shortened, the scent of peppermint mochas is floating in the air and everyone seems a bit more…
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Pop Up Ave is Here For the Holidays
Pop Up Ave is back just in time for the holidays!
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Campus Guide for Student Instagram Moguls
It may come as a surprise to most that State College is packed with Insta-opportunity, on-campus and downtown. You want proof? Let’s take a look at some of Penn State’s very own students!
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Apartment Hunting 101
Valley completely understands the struggle of finding an apartment that won’t break the bank and still includes all the amenities you will need to sit back and relax in your new home away from home.
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The Heart of Downtown
Downtown State College has been a crucial element of Penn State culture for decades. Downtown has been constantly blossoming and branching out as generations come…
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