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Campus Culture, THON

THON 2017 Logo Revealed

By Katie McFadden

Valley is excited about the new THON logo and even more excited that THON weekend is quickly approaching.

Campus Culture

Nittany Lions Roar Over Big Ten Title Win

By Maggie Kreienberg

Don’t pack up your lion ears or your face tattoos just yet. Penn State football isn’t over yet– it has only just begun.

Self-Improvement

Guide to Group Projects: Less Fuss, More A+

By Caroline Rosini

Midterms, early morning classes and group projects. What do these three things have in common? They strike dread in the hearts of college students everywhere. Valley has got you covered with a guide to the most difficult group issues and how to cope with them.

Entertainment

Adele Lyrics All Penn Staters Can Relate To

By Katie McFadden

Adele — whether she knows it or not — has sung the song of every Penn Stater. She has unknowingly taken our daily struggles, and turned them into an impressive series of ballads for the world to hear.

Fashion

A Croc Comeback?

By Maggie Kreienberg

The infamous rubber clog from your elementary school days is making a comeback in the most unexpected way.

Campus Culture

Giving Thanks and Giving Back

By Tess Petak

No matter what you choose to get involved with, someone out there could always use a little extra help, care and love. You can spread your love and joy to those who need some cheer this holiday season!

Beauty & Health

Friendsgivings & Alternative Thanksgivings

By Ryan Salamo

Thanksgiving is a time to think about and be thankful for all that we’re given in life. Show your friends how much you appreciate them by having a Friendsgiving.

Beauty & Health

Pumpkin Dip: The Sweet and Simple Way To Top Off Any Holiday Meal

By Valerie Murphy

To add to your pumpkin arsenal, Valley has a quick and simple recipe for a pumpkin dip that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving celebration.

Self-Improvement

Unplug This Fall Break

By Maggie Kreienberg

Unplug and unwind to prepare for the final few weeks of the semester ahead. Valley wishes you a safe and memorable Thanksgiving break and hopes you can make some new traditions with your family this week.

Beauty & Health

A Very Vegan Thanksgiving

By Ryan Salamo

If you want to avoid the sickening feeling of not being able to move, consider trying a vegan Thanksgiving. It’s healthy and you can leave the table feeling satisfied, without any regrets.

Beauty & Health

Delicious and Easy Bolognese Sauce

By Katie McFadden

Bringing a home-cooked meal that tastes just like Mom’s will make everyone thankful for you this Thanksgiving. Our Bolognese sauce recipe is easy, inexpensive and takes less than 40 minutes to prepare!

Beauty & Health

Friendsgiving Feast: Pilgrim Hats

By Maggie Kreienberg

They’re easy, cute and absolutely delicious. And the only appliance you need is a microwave so they are the perfect dorm room treat!

Fashion

Brappz: The Evolutionary Bra Strap and Fashion Accessory

By Tess Petak

Brappz is a fun, convertible and evolutionary accessory, created to replace boring old bra straps. Valley adores the blue and white fan set, a combo that is so perfect for any Penn State student.

Entertainment

Meet Valley’s Fall 2016 Entertainment Section Opener: Alex Melso

By Katie McFadden

Our Entertainment Section Opener, Alex Melso, is striving to set the sound track to your Penn State experience.

Self-Improvement

Meet Valley’s Fall 2016 Self-Improvement Section Opener: Maria Walls

By Allison Seguinot

Our Self-Improvement Section Opener, Maria Walls, is making campus more inclusive by embracing her disability and helping other students with theirs!

Beauty & Health

A PSU Gym Challenge

By Celine Ridgway

I wondered if I could actually achieve a full seven days of working out and challenge myself while doing so. To attempt to reach this goal, I decided to make use of the amazing fitness classes that PSU Fitness has to offer.