Debunking Popular Health Foods
Avocado toast, smoothie bowls and green juices all have one thing in common: they are popular “health” foods that have become increasingly trendy over the past couple of years.
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VALLEY’s Guide To Movin’ On
With only a few days to go before Penn State’s very own mini-Coachella, here are a couple ways to prepare for one of the best weekends of the year.
The Beaded Bag: The Trend of the Summer
Crochet and knit handbags seem to dominate the beach scene, but the beaded bag is a not-so-new trend. These chic bags have recently been popping up in stores frequented by college students, despite the fact that they can probably also be found in your grandmother’s closet.
The Obstacle Is The Way
Obstacles are the crucial part of the equation of life that enforces this growth and development. Instead of looking at your struggles as obstacles, start looking at them as opportunities.
Best Makeup on a Budget
Who doesn’t want to perfect their makeup game while not spending a fortune? Drugstore makeup has the reputation to be not the best quality and not worth the small price; however, this isn’t always the case.
#FreeBritney?
Britney Spears is the kind of megastar who’s always being talked about, but over the past week she’s been trending on Twitter for a new reason.
21 and Trendy: Bar Outfit Essentials
VALLEY has all the essentials you can get for a night out and even some outfit suggestions for the next time you’re trying to figure out what to wear.
Straight Talk: Pride Month
It’s April in State College and that means it’s Penn State Pride Month.
Hop Into Holiday Baking
Whether you celebrate Easter or not, spring is the perfect opportunity to bake something special to share with the people you love.
Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2019 Self-Improvement Section Opener: Andrew Storck
Starting his Penn State career in 2017, Andrew Storck is a 34-year-old ceramics major from Allentown, Pennsylvania. Storck served in the military from 2005 to 2013, and he uses his passion for ceramics and paying it forward as a self-improvement mechanism and therapeutic process as a veteran.
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.
Meet VALLEY’S Spring 2019 Fashion Section Opener: Bre Boeh
Bre Boeh started college at Penn State as a biology major … or as what she calls, a “biology mistake.” Her intense love for art and passion to create inspiring pieces led her to say goodbye to biology at the end of her freshman year.
Homecoming: A Beyoncé Netflix Documentary
Get ready Beyhive — Beyoncé’s Netflix documentary is here.
Spring Cleaning for Your Mental Health
A time that can be overwhelming and hectic, the last weeks of the spring semester may have you wondering if you’ll ever make it through to summer. Fortunately, there’s a lot of ways to “spring clean” your mind to help combat the end-of-the-year struggle.
Spring 2019 Cover Story: Bulletproof
Olivia Morrison grew up not knowing what a normal childhood was. From frequent trips to the doctor’s office and incessant testing, there wasn’t a lot she could relate to with her peers.
Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2019 Beauty and Health Section Opener: Catrina Carlton
Catrina Carlton was your average healthy seven-year-old. She participated in sports and enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Everything in her life up to that point resembled a normal childhood — until six months of constant stomach pain left her family and doctors questioning everything.
Take a Walk: The Benefits of Walking to Class
Most Penn Staters can agree that a 15 minute walk is next to nothing. Leaving a half hour early for class? Normal! But what some Penn Staters may not realize is how many benefits there are to skipping the White Loop and taking a stroll to every class.
Is it Too Late to Apologize? Biden’s Non-Apology to Accusers
Yet another politician has found themselves in controversy surrounding allegations of misconduct — this time it is former Vice President Joe Biden.
Meet VALLEY’s 2019 Entertainment Section Opener: FVNTM
Penn State Junior Bobby Santoni, known for his mashups and mixes, is a talented and self-taught DJ looking to break into the music industry.
VALLEY’s Unofficial On-Campus Restaurant Ranking
VALLEY compiled a list of the top restaurants of campus based on taste, menu, price and convenience.