Day: February 27, 2014

Meet the Penn State Bass Fishing Club

Whether it's the cheese club, Harry Potter club, or clown nose club, we all know Penn State student organizations can appeal to people with a wide array of interests. If your interest happens to be bass fishing then tune in, because the Penn State Bass Fishing club is a unique group of people that unite over their appreciation of the art form.

Why Are Bars Closing Saturday?

By Ted Hozza

We all know by now that 34 of State College's bars, restaurants, and bottle shops will not be serving or selling alcohol come Saturday. Unlike last year, there was still the prospect of some staying open up until Penn State's announcement Wednesday. With payment dependent on the capacity of the business, some larger establishments were given more incentive to close this year, with some receiving $2,500 more than they received last year. So the question becomes, "was the money the reason they closed?"

Guest Column: Alumni Support Key to Continued Student Success

By Dan Cocco

2/27/14 5:10 am

The best of Penn State was on display last weekend and for alumni, it confirms what we already know about our alma mater. THON weekend is the culmination of a yearlong effort led by students and supported by alumni, donors,volunteers, and Penn Staters everywhere. Students continue to make us proud as they stand with the families of The Four Diamonds Fund.

Penn State School of Music Chamber Orchestra: Music Worth Sharing

By Kevin Horne

2/27/14 5:00 am

While walking through the HUB earlier this week, you may been surprised to hear the sounds of Mozart over the bustling crowd. It was all part of a TEDxPSU promotion, which allowed students to conduct the Penn State School of Music Chamber Orchestra right in the middle of the ground floor of the HUB.

Relay For Life Date Set For April 5 at Medlar Field

By Staff

2/27/14 5:00 am

The tenth annual Relay For Life of Penn State is set to be held from Saturday, April 5 to Sunday, April 6, 2014 at Medlar Field.

Better Know a Branch Campus: Penn State Worthington Scranton

By Bill DiFilippo

2/27/14 4:59 am

There are 24 campuses in the Penn State system. The one that gets the most attention is University Park, but what about the other 23? That’s where we come in with our newest 23 part series, Better Know a Branch Campus, inspired by Stephen Colbert’s Better Know a District. Next up: Penn State Worthington Scranton.

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