Redefining “Sex Education”
We’ve all sat through awkward health classes and gendered sex-ed lectures, but many schools have come under fire for their traditional and non-informative curriculum. However,…
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Five Classes That Will Expand Your Mind
The beginning of a new semester brings the dreaded stress and anticipation of scheduling the next semester’s classes. With the pressure of scheduling early to…
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More Than Just A Number
Since our high school days, the “College Board” search consisted of inserting our GPA, SAT and ACT scores into a program to see where we stack up in the grand scheme of young adults all vying for a spot at the school of our dreams. Anxious thoughts plagued everyone, from the underachiever to the valedictorian themselves.
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2019 Campus Culture Section Opener: Shumaila Fatima
Shumaila Fatima has a kind heart, a lot of knowledge and an immense amount of passion for her work. As a graduate student here at Penn State, Shumaila is dedicated to her studies with a focus in international affairs and economic development.
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Taylor O’Toole: Balancing Law School And Life
Law school is notorious for being difficult and, for some, extremely overwhelming. But for Penn State Law student Taylor O’Toole, her commitment to herself helps to manage those feelings.
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Your STI Questions Answered: Judgement Free
If you choose to be sexually active, it is important and empowering to be educated on the (not so sexy) facts.
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Be The Match, Save a Life This Week
Every four minutes someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer such as leukemia and lymphoma, and you could be their cure. Be The Match,…
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Top 10 Struggles Of Being A Transfer Student
The move from basically anywhere to University Park is an adjustment. Whether you are coming from out of state, out of the country or just…
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Dear New Students: An Open Letter
Finding the advice to give new students coming into the microcosm that is Penn State University was challenging to say the least — especially for…
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Let’s Talk About (Queer) Sex, Baby!
Let’s get comfortable with being uncomfortable — that is what sex is about, right? Queer sex has always been a taboo topic for those not…
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Mental Illness Does Not Mean Mass Shooting
America has an epidemic of mass shootings. A just as concerning misconception of mental illness has followed this disturbing trend. There have been instances of…
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GIVE: Growth International Volunteer Excursions
VALLEY sat down with GIVE Global Engagement Team Representative, Jessica Hillman, to learn why students should take advantage of this transformative opportunity.
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How to Deal When Your BFF Goes Abroad
Whether it’s you taking a leap of faith in Italy or your best friend shipping off to Spain, the harsh reality is that studying abroad can take a possible toll on your friendship. But have no fear, studying abroad does not mean you need to put your relationships on hold.
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