VALLEY Tries It: Flavors of Fall
That’s right everybody, fall is here and with it comes its notorious signature flavor: pumpkin spice. Whether you’re a PSL die-hard or not much of…
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New Restaurant Alert: El Jefe’s Taqueria
There is a new restaurant in town and State College is going crazy for it. Over the summer, Penn State students got word of El…
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A Deep Dive Into Your Own Socialization Needs
How do you get energized throughout the day? Do you crave quality time with your friends, or do you enjoy alone time in bed? There…
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Book Adaptations: Read and Watch Guide
There is a good chance that one of your favorite movies or tv shows is actually based on a book. The Princess Diaries, Gossip Girl,…
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Songs You Didn’t Realize Were Samples
Remember “Whatcha Say” by Jason Derulo? Did you know that the entire melody was sampled from a 2005 folktronica rock song? That’s right, and there…
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Let’s Play Mario Kart
Mario Kart — one of the most beloved Wii games of our childhood is a nostalgic source of entertainment for many college students today. Featuring…
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State College Dessert Crawl
As Penn State students, we are hardwired to love and adore ice cream from the Berkey Creamery (and it truly is fantastic!). Serving up classics…
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Random Acts of Kindness: PSU Edition
It’s that point in the semester where student morale is starting to fade. With projects, lab reports, papers, group presentations and exams underway, these last…
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Tarot 101: The Basics of Tarot Decks
If you have an interest in astrology, healing crystals, or any other form of spirituality, chances are you’ve dabbled in tarot, and if not, you’ve…
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Tips For iPhone Editing
Instagram, VSCO, Pinterest, oh my! No matter what app(s) you use to post your photos on social media, filters and editing have only gotten more…
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Penn State’s COVID-19 Numbers are Back on the Rise
Within the last two weeks, Penn State has seen a sudden increase in COVID-19 cases. While the number of cases for the second semester started…
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Shake Smart Mods: Protein Shake Edition
Shake Smart—Penn State’s newest healthy-eating destination to grace the halls of the IM and White Buildings here on campus—is VALLEY’s favorite protein shake destination. With…
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The Best Free Resources PSU Has to Offer
Whether this is your first year at Penn State or your last, chances are you aren’t using all of the resources PSU has to offer….
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Creators Keeping YouTube Relevant
Since the wave of YouTube success in the 2010s, the app has seen a bit of a falling off of late. Though many of this…
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Honest Skincare with Jessica Alba
Let’s not kid ourselves. Finding the “right” skincare routine is no easy task. With glowing recommendations, disappointed reviews and variable results competing for your attention,…
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It’s Finally Here: Oat Milk at Starbucks
Starbucks super fans and alternative dairy lovers unite. Oat milk is finally here! After much anticipation, Starbucks announced its new partnership with Oatly oat milk…
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Are Grilled Stickies Becoming Obsolete?
Ye Olde College Diner has been closed for almost three years now, completely remodeled into the Hello Bistro that took its place. And many, if…
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Where to Do Your Next Run in the VALLEY
With spring just around the corner, there’s no better time to go for a run in Happy Valley. However, if you’re new to running or…
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The Issue With “Ginny and Georgia” and Taylor Swift
After a one-liner in what is supposed to be a feminist television show sparked quite a bit of controversy last week, it’s about time the…
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The Best Products For Staying Organized This Semester
Technology has come a long way since the days of regular pencils and notebooks, and it’s time college students caught up. Online classes pose a…
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