Alex Wu: Following a passion into the future
Freshman Alex Wu always knew music would play a fundamental role in his life ever since he fell in love with the cello 13 years ago.
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Previn Martin: Living Life “Glass Half Empty”
Is the glass half empty, or is the glass half full? Previn Martin, a rising sophomore in Penn State’s Eberly College of Science, challenges himself to go beyond merely saying this phrase, but instead living each day and every day by these words.
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Christina Tentilucci: Saving Yourself
Christina Tentilucci has always felt like she wanted to save the world.
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Tattoos: A Permanent Accessory
One permanent accessory has become quite popular, especially among young people — tattoos.
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Are You Prepped for the Summer?
In stark contrast to the sleazy style of last summer, championed by tie-dye and outfits donned by Jonah Hill, Justin Bieber and Pete Davidson, this summer’s style is a more refined, cleaner look by means of prep.
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Things To Do During a State College Summer
Maybe it’s for a job, internship or classes, but for some reason or another, you’ve found yourself in Happy Valley during the off season.
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Summer To-Do Lists 101
A productive and unique way to stay on top of our daily routines is through making lists.
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Gen Z’s Dream Mall: Dote
At this busy point in the semester, there’s no time to spend wandering around the Nittany Mall for a formal dress or a new pair of jeans. The popular shopping app Dote knows this and is aiming to be a one-stop shop for digital savvy fashion lovers.
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VALLEY’s Guide To Movin’ On
With only a few days to go before Penn State’s very own mini-Coachella, here are a couple ways to prepare for one of the best weekends of the year.
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The Beaded Bag: The Trend of the Summer
Crochet and knit handbags seem to dominate the beach scene, but the beaded bag is a not-so-new trend. These chic bags have recently been popping up in stores frequented by college students, despite the fact that they can probably also be found in your grandmother’s closet.
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The Obstacle Is The Way
Obstacles are the crucial part of the equation of life that enforces this growth and development. Instead of looking at your struggles as obstacles, start looking at them as opportunities.
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Best Makeup on a Budget
Who doesn’t want to perfect their makeup game while not spending a fortune? Drugstore makeup has the reputation to be not the best quality and not worth the small price; however, this isn’t always the case.
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21 and Trendy: Bar Outfit Essentials
VALLEY has all the essentials you can get for a night out and even some outfit suggestions for the next time you’re trying to figure out what to wear.
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Straight Talk: Pride Month
It’s April in State College and that means it’s Penn State Pride Month.
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Easter Weekend State College Edition
Are you stuck in State College wondering how to spend your weekend now that you won’t be home for your annual family brunch? Don’t fret just yet because VALLEY has your guide to all that you can do this weekend and more.
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2019 Self-Improvement Section Opener: Andrew Storck
Starting his Penn State career in 2017, Andrew Storck is a 34-year-old ceramics major from Allentown, Pennsylvania. Storck served in the military from 2005 to 2013, and he uses his passion for ceramics and paying it forward as a self-improvement mechanism and therapeutic process as a veteran.
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Take a Walk: The Benefits of Walking to Class
Most Penn Staters can agree that a 15 minute walk is next to nothing. Leaving a half hour early for class? Normal! But what some Penn Staters may not realize is how many benefits there are to skipping the White Loop and taking a stroll to every class.
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VALLEY’s Unofficial On-Campus Restaurant Ranking
VALLEY compiled a list of the top restaurants of campus based on taste, menu, price and convenience.
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Penn State Alums’ Best Advice for Seniors
Entering the “real world” can be exciting but also quite scary for those who aren’t ready to leave behind their college days. Luckily, some recent PSU alumni have given VALLEY their thoughts and advice on how to soak up your lasting moments here in State College.
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Tech on the Brain
Aside from the mental health challenges screen time poses, our close relationships with technology can also have social ramifications.
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