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![“To see the legacy that [Springfielders] built and being able to follow that legacy through to the millionth dollar and to be a part of something 12 years in the making—it’s an honor.” –Meg Barnett: Senior, THON Dancer, Springfield Donor Relations Chair and in her fourth year as a part of the Springfield family](http://onwardstate.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/meg-springfield-check1.jpeg "Springfield: More Than Just an Organization, a Family")
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Some individuals would have you believe that a Winter Soldier is one who stands by himself. However, in his senior column, Doug Dooling argues that Winter Soldiers are people who overcome difficulties together.
If you thought THON couldn't take any more of your money, think again. THON publicly announced they will open a permanent location in the HUB around May 2015. This endeavor comes with other renovations that are a part of HUB Expansion. The Board of Trustees will vote on expanding the student union at their meeting next month.
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On Tuesday, US District Judge Yvette Kane ruled that oral arguments for the NCAA's motion to dismiss will begin on May 1. The governing body of college sports argues that the Commonwealth's lawsuit to overturn sanctions on the Nittany Lions football program is without merit.
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On Friday afternoon, Franco Harris will moderate “Upon Further Review: One Year Later,” a panel which will discuss the myths and truths surrounding the Sandusky Scandal. The event promises to reveal unreported information about the Grand Jury Presentment. Panelists will include John Ziegler and Anthony Lubrano.
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Former state senator Bob Jubelirer has scored one of the highest-profile endorsements for the Board of Trustees alumni election. Yesterday, Senator Jubelirer shared on his Facebook page that Tom Ridge, who resigned the Pennsylvania governorship in 2011 to become the first Homeland Security Secretary, endorsed him for Trustee. This announcement came after the first day of alumni voting.
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Don't know whom to vote for in the upcoming alumni election for Board of Trustees? Let these people decide for you!
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Few people heard of Bill Cluck before Ken Frazier's tirade. Now, Dr. Cluck, a candidate for an alumni seat on the Board of Trustees, earned the first celebrity endorsement of this election. Valerie Plame Wilson, a former CIA operative and novelist, endorsed Cluck for Penn State's Board of Trustees.
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The University named Regis Becker its first Director of Ethics and Compliance yesterday. With this title, Becker will be charged with supervision of all federal, state, and local laws, as well as internal policies. His post comes from the preliminary recommendations of Louis Freeh.
“Regis Becker’s range of distinguished experience in corporate compliance, security and law enforcement makes him the ideal person to implement and oversee clear, comprehensive and exemplary principles and procedures for the University,” President Rod Erickson said in a release.
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Senator John Yudichak says the Freeh Report will cost the university one-hundred fifty million dollars. "That's a lot of money to be spent on an incomplete report."
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Penn State University experienced a legal setback last week, as the Superior Court of Pennsylvania determined that its trial with its insurer, Pennsylvania Manufacturers Association Insurance Company will be held in Philadelphia County, not Centre County as it had hoped.
How does a dancer get through Sunday Morning. Jon, who is dancer for Help Every Angel Live (HEAL) shared his tips.
After serving cancer-hating patrons chicken fingers and walking burritos, Hospitality Committee members get to spend their relaxing time on the dance floor.
Your child is dancing in THON. Are you so excited that he or she has this amazing opportunity? Or are you worried about the adverse health effects. Onward State found that not every parent felt the same way about his or her child dancing.
Alpha Chi Omega finished among the Top Five of Greek Organizations last year, with their partners at Pi Kappa Phi. Why are they so motivated to be a part of THON? Their sisters shared why they enjoy THON weekend.
One month after the last day of THON, it's Saint Patrick's Day. Coincidence? Yes. Anyway, we interviewed members of the Penn State Irish Society to find out why they THON.
Who says snowboarders don't care about anything worthwhile. The Snowboard Club raised more than twenty-five thousand dollars for the kids.
If you think only University Park students THON, think again. THON organizations exist at every Commonwealth campus. Although UPark students often forget Commonwealth students' contributions, they play a vital role in the fight against pediatric cancer. Onward State interviewed Schuylkill THON to learn the impact they had on THON 2013.
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Unmanned aircraft have been crucial in the War on Terror, but are they necessary on a college campus? Penn State University thinks so. The Electronic Frontier Foundation learned the University has petitioned the Federal Aviation Administration for a drone license.
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Yesterday night, while the lot of your were preparing for Thirsty Thursday, the Student Black Caucus, Latino Caucus, and Asian Pacific American Caucus held an open forum, where members of the public could lob questions and comments to President Rodney Erickson. Although the questions could have been about anything, they hinged on the university efforts to promote tolerance and diversity.
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Argo, the Ben Affleck production that is sweeping the Hollywood award ceremonies, will play in the HUB this weekend. It is the first film nominated for the Academy Awards's Best Picture to play at Penn State.
Penn State Men's Lacrosse begins its season Saturday morning with a scrimmage against Army. However, any fans of One Team ought to continue with their weekend schedules as the Military Academy will not allow spectators this weekend because of safety concerns.
On Friday night, many students celebrated the end of Syllabus Week. Unfortunately, residents at The Sanderling, 616 West College Avenue, were forced to evacuate their home after some of its inhabitants damaged the sprinkler system.
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Two months ago, Pennsylvania's Auditor General Jack Wagner proposed sweeping changes to governance at Penn State University. However, his term expires this month. Eugene DePasquale, an Assemblyman from York, PA, will take over as Auditor General. We interviewed Dr. DePasquale to learn if he will pursue Wagner's changes.
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The state Republican Party Chairman asks party members to support the Governor's lawsuit against the NCAA. However, the Pennsylvania Democrats believe this is a political ruse.
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In July, the National Review agreed with a post from the Competitive Enterprise Institute that likened Penn State climatologist to Jerry Sandusky. Three months later, Doctor Mann filed lawsuits against these organizations. Citing a lack of funds, the publisher of National Review Online petitioned his readers for donations to fund their legal campaign.
Environmental groups have successful lobbied the University to turn its steam powered plant over to natural gas. However, the Board of Trustees have decided that it would be unwise to construct a natural gas pipeline through campus because it could hurt infrastructure. The university has been meeting with residents of State College to transport the fuel on a street that parallels State College.
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The Panhellenic Delegate Council offered Delta Delta Delta the opportunity to recolonize at Penn State. In 2009, the sorority's national executive board revoked Tri Delta's charter after "hazing and risk management violations." However, has the Panhellenic Council and Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life learned from this incident, or does the culture of secrecy pervade Greek life?
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Will the Sandusky Scandal enter the national pop culture the night before Thanksgiving? Next week's episode of Law & Order: SVU is about a child predator and an academic institution's cover-up. Some of the show's fans have speculated that the Peacock ripped this episode from the headlines.
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In "Framing Paterno," conservative documentary maker puts forth the case that the media misconstrued the facts in the opening days of the Jerry Sandusky Scandal. As a result, the public developed misinformed opinions regarding Joe Paterno and Penn State University.
On October 13, Paige Raque fell five stories from Calder Commons. She sustained life-threatening injuries but her health has made steady progress. Her recovery has been a rallying point for the Penn State and cheerleading communities. Yesterday, WJAC reported that the State College Police Department is investigating Paige Raque for underage alcohol consumption.
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