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  • Beauty & Health
    • The Viral “Abbey Yung Method”
      The Viral “Abbey Yung Method”
    • THE OZEMPIC EPIDEMIC: HOW A DIABETES DRUG BECAME A BEAUTY STANDARD
      THE OZEMPIC EPIDEMIC: HOW A DIABETES DRUG BECAME A BEAUTY STANDARD
    • The Psychology of the Mirror Selfie
      The Psychology of the Mirror Selfie
    • Recipes
  • Entertainment
    • Pop Culture of the Quarter Century
      Pop Culture of the Quarter Century
    • The girls cannot stop obsessing over ‘Heated Rivalry’
      The girls cannot stop obsessing over ‘Heated Rivalry’
    • The Golden Globes: Winners, Losers, and Academy Awards
      The Golden Globes: Winners, Losers, and Academy Awards
  • Campus Culture
    • Burnout Burn Book
      Burnout Burn Book
    • Wander Babe: Student-Run Fashion Brand Takes Off at Penn State
      Wander Babe: Student-Run Fashion Brand Takes Off at Penn State
    • Magdalena Bay Hits Penn State with their Killshot
      Magdalena Bay Hits Penn State with their Killshot
    • THON
    • The Single Girls of State
    • Features
    • Events
  • Fashion
    • Which Gym Brands Deserve a Spot in Your Closet
      Which Gym Brands Deserve a Spot in Your Closet
    • That Was Not Me at the Airport
      That Was Not Me at the Airport
    • Winter Fashion: Japanese Streetwear
      Winter Fashion: Japanese Streetwear
  • Self-Improvement
    • The Beauty Inside Each Loss
      The Beauty Inside Each Loss
    • Dear Me, Happy Birthday, Love Yourself
      Dear Me, Happy Birthday, Love Yourself
    • The Death Of Our Tweens
      The Death Of Our Tweens
    • College Crisis
  • This Just In
    • FDA Warns Against Counterfeit Botox Amid Reports of Severe Health Risks  
      FDA Warns Against Counterfeit Botox Amid Reports of Severe Health Risks  
    • The People’s Voices
      The People’s Voices
    • NYC Marathon 2025
      NYC Marathon 2025

Katie McFadden

Katie is a New Jersey native and senior at Penn State. She is majoring in print journalism and political science.

VALLEY Pick of the Week

Staff Pick of the Week: Hot Sauce

By Katie McFadden

Do you ever want to spice up your life a little? And by life, VALLEY really means food! Yes, we’re talking about hot sauce. Whether…

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Campus Culture

Do it for the DREAMers

By Katie McFadden

At Penn State, it’s not uncommon to meet people from all corners of the world, including from countries in Latin America, the Middle East, Eastern…

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Campus Culture, THON

Dear Dancer, Advice For THON Weekend

By Katie McFadden

Hey, dancer! Congratulations on being selected to dance in THON 2018. You should be so proud of all of your accomplishments and your contributions to…

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Beauty & Health

The Brady-Bündchen’s Plant-Based Diet

By Katie McFadden

People are always wondering about the latest celebrity fitness trend or diet. Whether or not you’re a Patriots fan, there’s no denying that Tom Brady…

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VALLEY

Staff Pick of the Week: Amazon Alexa

By Katie McFadden

If 10 years ago someone said that we could ask almost any question at any time and get a response, we’d think you were crazy….

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Entertainment, VALLEY

Meet Valley’s Fall 2017 Entertainment Section Opener: Natalie Guarna

By Katie McFadden

Everybody has a guilty pleasure, and for Natalie Guarna it’s porn—FOOD porn!

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Campus Culture

Everything You Need to Know About Homecoming Week

By Katie McFadden

It is officially Homecoming week at Penn State, and VALLEY is here to fill you in on all the exciting and pride-filled events happening around campus.

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Beauty & Health

Spaghetti Squash Recipes to Try This Fall

By Katie McFadden

Mix up your dinner options with these three takes on spaghetti squash.

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Campus Culture

TEDxPSU 2018 Is Now Accepting Nominations

By Katie McFadden

For seven years, TEDxPSU has been sharing enlightening talks with Penn State and the State College community.

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Entertainment

Is Taylor Swift Rebranding?

By Katie McFadden

We’re all wondering the same question—what’s the deal with Taylor Swift?

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Beauty & Health

Jam Out With This Easy Strawberry Jam Recipe

By Katie McFadden

Rainy spring days are over and the summer sun is finally out! While some love summer for the sun, Valley can’t help but celebrate the…

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Beauty & Health

BLT with a Delicious Twist

By Katie McFadden

If you’re getting tired of the same meal, Valley has a twist on the classic bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich that will give your week just the flavor it needs.

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Entertainment

Bachelorette is Back with Season 13!

By Katie McFadden

From what ABC showed, it looks like this season is literally filled with blood, sweat and tears, and a very angry girlfriend who crashes the show. What would this show be without the drama?

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Beauty & Health, Campus Culture

Blue and White Weekend Workout

By Katie McFadden

In case you’re feeling guilty about all those extra tailgating calories, Valley has the perfect workout tailored to your Blue and White weekend.

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Entertainment

Meet Valley’s Spring 2017 Entertainment Section Opener: Cameron Hart

By Katie McFadden

Meet Valley’s Spring 2017 Entertainment Section Opener!

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Campus Culture

RAWR 666 Improv Festival This Weekend

By Katie McFadden

Anyone looking for a good time, a laugh or just something to do this weekend without breaking the bank, RAWR 666 is the place to be.

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Entertainment

Missing Richard Simmons

By Katie McFadden

“So when he stopped leaving his home in the Hollywood hills, many people were concerned because it was completely out of character.”

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Entertainment

“Sesame Street” Introduces Muppet with Autism

By Katie McFadden

For the first time in 10 years, “Sesame Street” is introducing a new resident. Julia, a 4-year-old with bright orange hair, has autism.

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Campus Culture, Entertainment

2017 Movin’ On Lineup

By Katie McFadden

The moment that Penn State students have been waiting for all year is finally here — the 2017 Movin’ On lineup has been released! The…

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Beauty & Health, VALLEY

Super Easy Super Bowl Recipes

By Katie McFadden

Enjoy making and eating these easy and affordable recipes while watching the best game, not to mention the best commercials, of the year!

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Founded in 2007, VALLEY is one of Penn State's premier student-run life and style magazines. Our mission is to bring style, entertainment and lifestyle trends to our Penn State students, community and beyond. We publish one print issue a semester and also post daily online content throughout the year.

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