Skills to Know that We Don’t Necessarily Learn in School
We’ve all heard the term “girls go to college to get more knowledge”, and while this may be true, there are many skills that we are now expected to know as we enter the “real” world.
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Getting Thoughts on Black History Month into ‘Formation’
If you’ve been paying attention, you know that pop culture has been very active this Black History Month, and with good reason.
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THON 2016: Where’s My Hair?
Students, alumni, and local salon employees alike crowded on the BJC stage today for one of the most heartfelt hours of THON; the Wigs for Kids hair donation.
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Coats to Help You Survive a Penn State Winter
With January comes major snowfall and icy temperatures here in Happy Valley and when it comes to battling Mother Nature, do we choose the item that’s more stylish or functional?
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#StopCommShaming
If you’re a communications major and you’ve ever been made to feel inferior by your roommate who’s studying biomedical engineering or your cousin who’s seeking a career in corporate finance, you’re not alone.
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Which TV Character Are You During Finals Week?
Do you spend your nights studying endlessly, coffee hooked up through an IV and sleep deprived?
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What’s Really in Old Main?
Old Main is the focal point of our campus, but how many of us actually know what happens inside that beautiful building?
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Bras For a Cause
Everyone has old bras they never wear, right? Well, bring yours to Old Main this Tuesday to write a message on them to honor those who have battled or been affected by breast cancer.
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Penn State Traditions: Then & Now
We are a university full of traditions. Some old, and some new. We take pride in our past by paying tribute, like our football players in their basic blues.
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Songs Every Penn State Student Should Know
We’ve all shamelessly screamed the lyrics to “Sweet Caroline” and danced to “We Dem Boyz” no matter how many times they’ve been played. Take a look at the soundtrack to our lives at Penn State.
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Venmo: Friend or Foe?
When it comes to phone apps, there is always a new one seeking to gain our attention, claiming to make our lives easier in one way or another. This time, the up-and-coming app that has accidentally wiggled its way into our lives covers what college students need the most. Drumroll please, and get ready to experience Venmo.
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A Penn State Love Story
“As cliche as it sounds, we met through an app. It was freshman year, and I was too shy to talk to you in person at first, so I would pull you up on my screen like a creep instead. It took me a long time to reach out to you, but after hearing some mutual friends talk about how great you were, I finally worked up the courage to ask you out.”
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Two Paws Up for Pet Adoption
College can be exhausting, and sometimes all we need is a companion to get us through the endless nights of studying. If you’ve considered getting a pet but don’t know where to look, look no further than Centre County Paws.
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How To “Pumpkin” Your Entire Day
If you’re all about pumpkin-ing everything, listen closely because we have the dish on how to spice up (pun intended) your meals. Check out these recipes for an entire day filled with pumpkin-inspired meals. Enjoy!
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Recreate Taylor Swift’s Street Style This Fall
Whether she’s strutting down the stage with her #squad or strolling the streets of NYC, Taylor Swift’s style is so effortlessly flawless. Valley has recreated a few of her stellar looks so that you, too, can “never go out of style”!
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Welcome to Arts Fest 2015
Celebrating its 45th year as a State College and Central Pennsylvania summer staple, this year’s Arts Fest promises to fuse old favorites with new vendors and fresh entertainment.
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From Cow to Cone: Behind the Scenes at Berkey Creamery
It’s no secret that the Berkey Creamery is one of the most beloved places on campus. But what exactly does it take to make that container of Peachy Paterno sitting in your freezer?
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Supreme Court Rules Same-Sex Marriage Legal Nationwide
With the news usually bringing stories of shootings, riots and crimes, watching something happy unfold on the daily broadcast was a pleasant surprise.
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College Crisis: Ridiculous Standards for College Students
“Just wait until you enter the real world.” How many times have we heard these words? How many times have we sat by while our parents or professors or advisors pretend like as college students, our problems are so easy compared to theirs?
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Women In Business: Powerful Women Paving the Way Conference
Valley sat down with WIB President and senior finance major Quinn Brooks and Director of the Powerful Women Paving the Way conference and WIB member and senior marketing major Emily Leiden to find out more about the club and conference.
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