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Twitter Finds a Place in the Penn State Classroom

Jan 30 - When Social Media sites first made their debut, those not apart of the “millennial generation” scoffed at the idea of putting everything out there for the whole world to see. A few years ago, I can remember my mother warning me about the dangers of posting things on the Internet. She said that we had become a society that did not honor privacy and that in years to come we... Read more

Honoring Joe Paterno: We Are, Because You Were

Jan 27 - This past week has been a whirlwind of emotions here in the Penn State community. Especially touching during these troubling times were the tributes paid to this one-of-a-kind man by the Penn State family: a candlelight vigil, two viewings, a funeral procession and a memorial service. Thousands showed up to each tribute displaying unconditional love and support for the... Read more

2012 Election: GOP Candidate Review

Jan 25 - With this week’s Republican presidential candidate debates, last night’s State of the Union address and tonight’s upcoming GOP debate, we can all tell that the 2012 presidential race is starting to heat up. So, collegiettes, are you all ready for it? There is a common notion in U.S. politics that American voters tend to cast their ballots according to party lines, not... Read more

Reasons Girls Should Call It A Night

Jan 18 - Whether you are a freshman or senior, homebody or party animal, I am certain that college life has exposed you to many unforgettable experiences. For some girls, a night out may be fun, chaotic, or just really really embarrassing. But regardless of what your night is like, it’s time we all learn when it's appropriate to call it a night. There is no shame in having a memorable... Read more

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Contiki Travels

Have dreams of traveling to Spain, London or France, but worried about the hassle and cost of planning the trip yourself? Luckily, Contiki—the leading guided travel company for 18-35 year olds—can help, with over 200 guided tours in over 40 countries at a reasonable price. But, it gets... Read more...

Rest in Peace Joe Paterno

"They ask me what I'd like written about me when I'm gone. I hope they write I made Penn State a better place, not just that I was a good football coach." - Joe Paterno Read more...

Putting A Little Spring in Our Step

Another semester here at Penn State has begun and we have been thrown back into the world of syllabi, all nighters, college friends and a ridiculously large receipt from the Student Bookstore. I’ll admit that when I left Happy Valley back in December, I knew it was time for a break, not just... Read more...