When people looked at Hillary Lewis, all they saw was a sorority girl. How could they know that she was a savvy political veteran, with experience dating back to elementary school? That she'd been the president of her middle school? That to her, the seemingly insurmountable task of making UPUA a legitimate student government wasn't just an aim, but a reachable attainment? Now, Lewis can look back and smile because she earned the last laugh, but, five years ago, it wasn't so easy to turn the other cheek.
The Penn State women’s basketball team advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2004. The Lady Lions will face three-seed DePaul on Monday at 7 p.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center. Here is some information about DePaul and some keys to how the game may turn out on Monday.
In the second of our series of UPUA candidate profiles, we feature Travis Salters and Maggie Quinn. Want to get to know them and find out who they are? Look no further.
The Nittany Lion wrestling team claimed the national championship this weekend at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. It is Penn State’s first title since 1953. Head coach Cael Sanderson, the Big Ten Coach of the Year, won his first team title as a wrestler or coach in just his second season at Penn State. The squad earned 107.5 points on the weekend topping second place Cornell with 93.5 and third place Iowa with 86.5.
UPUA's first presidential debate for this year's elections will be held tonight from 8:00-9-:00 p.m. in the Alumni Hall. As with any debate, the candidates need something to discuss. That's your cue to use the link inside and send in a question.
THON 2012 officially starts today. Elaine Tanella, THON 2011 Communications Overall, was named the THON 2012 Overall Chairperson last night. Her term starts immediately with her first responsibility being selecting the rest of the Overall Committee. Overall Committee applications are due on March 25th and the committee will be announced on March 31st.