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Mental Illness Does Not Mean Mass Shooting

By Carolyn Sistrand

America has an epidemic of mass shootings. A just as concerning misconception of mental illness has followed this disturbing trend. There have been instances of…

Campus Culture, THON

Family Hour Kicks Off THON Final Four

By Carolyn Sistrand

Family Hour is an emotional and pivotal time in THON’s final four hours. All the Penn Staters have a chance to meet the Four Diamonds…

Campus Culture, THON

11 Tips For Committee Members For THON Weekend

By Christina Chambers

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….

Campus Culture, THON

Greek Life In THON 2018

By Carolyn Sistrand

THON is only one day away and many organizations are preparing for the 46-hour-long weekend, including Penn State Greek life chapters. For those who may…

Entertainment

Disney is coming out?

By Christina Chambers

When you watched Disney Channel many years ago, progressive storylines probably looked like Lizzie McGuire wanting to buy a bra or Raven Baxter discussing positive body image.

Entertainment

Call It What You Want: Taylor Swift’s “Love Story” 2.0?

By Christina Chambers

Fan theories suggest that Taylor Swift’s new song, “Call It What You Want,” could possibly be a “Love Story” 2.0 for the pop star since there are so many parallels in each tune. So, VALLEY thought it was time to take a look into some of the comparisons between the two songs.

Self-Improvement

I Don’t Mind: Promoting Communication About Mental Illness

By Christina Chambers

It isn’t every day that movements realize the complexities of mental illness and the negative stigmas that go along with it, so VALLEY is thrilled that this campaign is receiving attention, but wants to give it more!

Self-Improvement

Summer Lovin’, Have You a Blast: 7 Summer Date Ideas

By Janie Cassady

Looking for fun ways to spend the summer days will your significant other? Valley’s got you covered with 7 fun date ideas for (oh-oh) those summer nights.