Channeling Your Academic Alter-Ego
With a new semester pending, it can be daunting to handle the balance of work, class and social life as a Penn State student. Surprisingly,…
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12 Going on 24: Sephora Children
One of the most recent hot topics of the internet has been this newfound era of “Sephora children.” What exactly does that mean and why…
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The Attraction to Title
Social hierarchies are everywhere you look. Whether that’s in the workplace, college, relationships or friendships, we find ourselves allured to status. Something about a person…
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Your 2023 Penn State Wrapped
As 2023 ends, relish the joy of the hours spent and cherish the company you spent it with. Whether you are embarking on the journey of post-grad or staying for another year, VALLEY hopes you can look back at the pivotal hours that shaped your life.
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Lighting Makes All the Difference
These days we’re always looking for good lighting. The selfie epidemic has become one we simply cannot live without. Why should that change for our…
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From “Home Alone” to Hollywood Star
“Home Alone” star Macaulay Culkin famously known as eight-year-old “Kevin,” has warmed our hearts every holiday season by defending his home from pesky thieves and…
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Why We THON
Each February Penn State hosts THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. Each year, students participate in the 46-hour dance marathon to raise money…
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The Pandemic ‘Blip’
As Mark Twain once said, “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” However, age looms over everyone’s head…
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The Beginner’s Guide to Ordering Drinks at the Bar
The pristine age of 21 brings a new milestone of entering the bar. It took long enough to grab the bartender’s attention, and now you’re…
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The Not-So-Subtle Reality of AI
It’s official. The dwindling days until our world becomes even more like a Black Mirror episode are over. Meet “Billie,” aka the AI personality of…
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Oh The Places You’ll Go
You know what they say: “Catch flights not feelings.” Every once in a while, discovering the world and visiting new places is what your heart…
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Why We Feel Gross at Sleepovers
The sleepover scaries are real and the “first-night” effect is an experience we’ve all had in one variation or another. After staying over a night…
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‘Lunch Date With Mom’ Vulnerability
Vulnerability comes in all shapes and sizes. There is no one-size-fits-all all. Some people in our life allow us to feel more compelled to open…
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FALL 2023 COVER STORY: BREAKING THE CYCLES
Anger, depression and Adderall. Handcuffed to a hospital bed in the suicide watch unit, all Nick could think about was Adderall. How the hell was…
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Reworking Halloweekend Leftovers
If you woke up after Halloween weekend surrounded by empty candy wrappers, a major headache, and an empty bank account you regret draining for that…
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Hurting vs. Healing Behaviors
Artist Christina Perri once said in her most famed song, “I’m only human,” illustrating the fragility of how living on this Earth can truly make…
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The Coffee Alternative
Ditching coffee can be a socially unmanageable task for many. It’s not easy to turn down a cup of joe filling the room with a…
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What’s Up with Nitro?
Recently, nitro-infused beverages have risen in popularity. Options like Nitro Pepsi and Nitro Cold Brew have elevated the beverage industry. Is it possible that nitro…
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Men’s Fall Fashion 2023: Campus Style Guide
It’s officially October, which means fall is in full effect at Penn State. Temperatures are dropping and the leaves are changing, so it’s time to…
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Penn State student is facing charges for a fatal pedestrian crash
On Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023, a Penn State alert was sent out to students, informing the public that the section of Park Avenue, which ranges…
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