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Top 10 Struggles Of Being A Transfer Student

By Carlie Fox

The move from basically anywhere to University Park is an adjustment. Whether you are coming from out of state, out of the country or just…

Fashion

SnipTeez: The T-shirt Snipping Business That’s Taking Over the Tailgate Scene

By Abby Fortin

Ellie Rosen is elevating game day style one snip at a time. Whether you want a custom t-shirt, tube top, bodysuit, hoodie or even a…

Entertainment

Refinery29’s “Money Diaries” — Rewriting The Story About Money

By Abby Fortin

Growing up, many people learn the value of money at a young age. They also learn that money is a tricky topic that isn’t usually…

Self-Improvement

Dear New Students: An Open Letter

By Matt Brownlow

Finding the advice to give new students coming into the microcosm that is Penn State University was challenging to say the least — especially for…

Self-Improvement

Wanderlust: Make The Most Of Your Weekend Trips Abroad

By Gabby Solon

Being abroad for a semester provides you with the ultimate opportunity to travel each weekend around the country or continent you’re in. Since planning is…

Campus Culture, Features

Sarah Hohman: Making a Name for Yourself

By Jenna Pelowitz

First impressions can typically come as a struggle, especially during the transition into a college as big as Penn State. Suddenly, you’re a little fish…

Campus Culture, Features

Amanda Marcus: Conquering the Concrete Jungle

By Katie Gergel

Amanda Marcus never worked your typical summer job … when school ended and the days turned hot, you never found her scooping ice cream cones,…

Fashion

VALLEY Photo | (New)trality

By Matt Brownlow

Although the energy protruding from each article of clothing is different, power is power. This is the idea behind reclaiming fashion from the world of…

Campus Culture

Campus Guide for Student Instagram Moguls

By Matt Brownlow

It may come as a surprise to most that State College is packed with Insta-opportunity, on-campus and downtown. You want proof? Let’s take a look at some of Penn State’s very own students!

Campus Culture

Fall 2017 Cover Story: Born Bold

By Meghan Reinhardt

Many people spend years and countless hours of effort attempting to conform with their surroundings. For Leen Obeidat, feeling like she belongs has never come easily, but she makes it seem effortless.

Fashion

Self-Branded and Established before 20

By Matt Brownlow

The fashion industry is constantly changing with an ebb and flow of inspiration. While that freshness comes from established designers, it is also fostered among the few who defy social odds and start their own fashion endeavors before they’ve even reached the age of 20.

Campus Culture, Entertainment

Movin’ On Wants To Hear From You!

By Devon MacDougall

To gauge where student interest lies, Movin’ On has sent out their annual artist survey for students to select which artists they would like to see perform at the concert.

Campus Culture, Entertainment

New Artist Spotlight: Introducing Attic Beats

By Devon MacDougall

Chad Palmer, self-proclaimed “Attic Beats,” has been creating his own tracks for the past two years. Valley sat down with Chad to learn more about him and hear the latest about his success.

Campus Culture

Summer Endeavors in State College

By Matt Brownlow

State College: the pinnacle place to learn, have fun, and—most importantly—grow. But what does it look like when only a fraction of the usual population…

Fashion

State College Sterling — Satisfying Your Custom Handmade Jewelry Needs

By Janie Cassady

Valley sat down with Paul Wardach, creator of State College Sterling, to discuss the ins-and-outs of designing and creating handmade jewelry.

Campus Culture

Student Spotlight: Carissa Flores

By Maggie Kreienberg

Some people love to pose in front of a camera while others steer clear of the flashing lights. But, freshman Carissa Flores, was made to hold the camera in her hands.