Valley View: “Avenue Q”
Remember back in the day, when we used to learn from puppets? If you’re nostalgic for those fuzzy friends or in need of a few life lessons, look no further than Penn State’s production of “Avenue Q.”
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Weighing In: CHAARG’s Official Debut at PSU
CHAARG is an organization aimed at encouraging girls to get active, have fun, and gain a support system in and out of the gym. The program challenges girls to hop off the elliptical and try new workouts weekly.
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Valley Overseas: Watching THON Across the Pond
If you ask someone why they came to Penn State or their favorite thing about Penn State, you can expect some of them to say THON. If you know what THON is, then you will understand why. However, so many people outside of THON haven’t even begun to grasp the idea.
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THON 2015: A Senior’s Last Stand
For most Penn State students attending THON at least once during their time here at University Park is an obligation rather than just a suggestion. For 703 Penn State students this year, they not only fulfilled this obligation but went the extra mile. This year over 700 students didn’t just attend THON, they danced at THON.
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Best of THON 2015: Socks and Shoes
The floor of the BJC is a sea of neon Nike’s every third weekend of February for THON. Dancer’s embrace the bright colors while staying comfortable and practical by wearing one-of-a-kind socks with their favorite sneakers. Valley hit the floor and met the owner’s of some of the brightest, cutest shoe/sock combinations at THON 2015.
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THON 2015: If You Could Have One Wish
When you are on the dance floor, looking around at all the upbeat individuals resisting the urge to sit down all in the name of fighting for the cause, you can’t help but be incredibly proud of them. We couldn’t help but wonder what these dedicated dancers are wishing for or thinking about during this time. Valley had a chance to catch up with some of the dancers for THON 2015 to find out just what that might be.
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46 LIVE Update: THON Viewers Around the World
“Experience THON, wherever you are.” The 46 LIVE webcast has been broadcasting THON to the world since 4:30 Friday afternoon, and Executive Producer Erica Kasan says it has been a huge success.
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THON: Why Socks Are Important To Dancers
To the average spectator, socks are just something to keep sweaty feet from stinking up your sneakers. To THON dancers, they are much more than that.
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THON 2015: Entertainment DJs Keep The Music Going All Weekend Long
The Bryce Jordan Center radiates contagious energy for 46 consecutive hours every February during THON. The dance marathon attracts over 15,000 student volunteers, 700 of which are dancers who are required to stay on their feet for the entire weekend. So, what is it that keeps the dancers alive and pumped up all weekend long? Music, of course!
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Best of THON 2015: Manicures
On any regular day, a rainbow tutu and pink and blue knee high socks wouldn’t necessarily be anyone’s go-to look. However during THON weekend no…
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Turning a Cheek to Unrealistic Beauty Standards
Are you sometimes tormented with thoughts telling you that you’re not pretty enough? Not skinny enough? Not sexy enough? You’re not alone.
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No Hair Don’t Care: An Act of Solidarity
Solidarity is second nature to a true Penn Stater. We stand together, without hesitation, through the good times and the bad. Here in Happy Valley, unusual yet bold acts of kindness and support are the norm.
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A Look into “The Hunting Ground” and Sexual Assault
Sexual assaults on college campuses are increasing at an alarming speed. This isn’t something unique to Penn State. Campuses across the country are reporting an increased number of assaults on their campuses and their student bodies are calling for action.
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What to Love on Valentine’s Day Besides a Significant Other
If you are planning an “I hate Valentine’s Day” party for February 14, maybe you should take a sip from a glass that is half full. It is NOT the end of the world if you are single on this specific day.
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The New LD: Little Red Dress
We love the little black dress, we’re fans of the little white dress, but now it’s 2015 and we’re ready for something new. It’s classic, it’s bold, it’s the perfect pop of sexy, it’s the LRD: Little red dress.
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Pick of the Week: Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock
With late nights and early mornings an unfortunate necessity for most college students, oversleeping your alarm happens far too often than we would like. Share in the same struggle? Well sleep-depraved friend, I’ve sure got good news for you.
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Show You Care: How to Reach a Friend Going Through a Difficult Time
Depression is something that we will all likely face in our lifetimes. Although it may be in varying degrees, there is still help out there for anyone who needs advice or even just a listening ear.
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Your Guide to Nighttime Skin Care
It is not unusual that after a very long day the last thing that you want to do is wash your face. It would be much easier to just come home, lie down in bed and fall asleep, right?
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6 Things You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty Spending Money On
Feeling guilty about that $50 you just spent? Understandable. We live in a world where money controls our lives. Deciding whether or not to buy something is like deciding whether or not to sell your soul to the devil.
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46 LIVE: Capturing the Essence of THON
THON will be here soon, and everybody is preparing in many different ways. From the committees, to the dancers, to various clubs, everyone has been preparing since the beginning of the school year. And get this – 46 LIVE, the THON webcast, has people who have already put in over 400 hours to prepare for the weekend.
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