How Joining a THON Committee Changed My Perspective on THON
Since 1973, Penn State students have participated in the year-long fundraising efforts that benefit Four Diamonds at Penn State Children’s Hospital. What started as an…
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THON Through the Years
In 2018, it’s hard to imagine Penn State without THON. But the event that we now know and love had to start somewhere, and over…
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Adventure is Out There: THON 2018 Kids Fashion Show
As the 19th hour crept up on THON 2018, despite the lack of sleep starting to kick in throughout the BJC, the crowd was still…
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11 Tips For Committee Members For THON Weekend
So you’re a committee member for THON 2018? First of all, know you’re about to have one of the most amazing weekends of your life….
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THON: Performers From The Past
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—THON is right around the corner. While this week is no doubt full of excitement and adrenaline as…
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Dear Dancer, Advice For THON Weekend
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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The Fanny Pack Is Back
With THON coming up in less than one week, the hype here on campus is unreal. Whether students have been raising money through their THON…
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Ohana Means Family
Ohana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. Such is the motto and namesake of the THON special interest organization, Ohana….
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Why We THON
Once a year, every year, after months of hard work and with a record-breaking amount of dedication, Penn State comes together for 46 non-stop hours,…
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Free Campus Events No One Knows About
Everybody loves the word “free,” especially college students who are trying to save every penny they can get. If you have a meal plan, eating…
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LionHeart: The Smart Solution to Your Gym Dilemma
Setting an alarm for a 7:30 a.m. workout is much easier said than done, and following through with waking up to that alarm the next…
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Finish What You Started
Remember those New Year’s Resolutions you made so, so long ago? Or the cookbook you bought because you swore you would learn how to make…
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Not All Beauty Products Are Created Equal
Have you ever taken a look at the long list of ingredients on the back of your bottle of face wash? Can you pronounce even…
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Scott Dikkers: The Story Behind The Onion
Scott Dikkers may be the man who started the first humor website in the world, TheOnion.com, but VALLEY learned it wasn’t always smooth sailing for…
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The Cure To All Breakfast Woes: Egg Muffin Cups
Let’s be real, getting out of bed is the hardest step in any morning routine. Why wake up early when we can spend five more…
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Having To Admit You Made A Mistake
“I did terrible on the last exam, but it was only because it’s an 8 a.m. I mean, does the professor honestly expect us to…
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Your Guide To The Vegan Life
Veganism … what does this foreign word even mean? Do vegans only eat fruits and vegetables? Does going vegan make you a hippie? Is the…
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Why the Cast of “Stranger Things” Must Be Protected at All Costs
When “Stranger Things” first hit Netflix a year ago, the entire world was immediately hooked. This October Netflix finally released the second season of the…
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The Ticking Time Bomb On Your Groceries
One of the first signs that you’re becoming an adult and living on your own is making your first homemade meal. Although this isn’t the…
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HQ-t’s: Where You Need to be at 9 p.m.
In our modern society filled with everything electronic, it’s hard to grab a bite to eat with a friend and not feel like phones are…
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