For most Penn State students, today is just a typical first day of class returning from winter break for another semester, but for five football players, it is the beginning of their academic careers at Penn State. For some, the trip to Happy Valley is simply a short drive while one comes to State College from across the country.
Did you tune out the news while you were home for our (ridiculously short) winter break? We don't blame you -- the 24-hour news cycle can be exhausting! Here's a run-down of everything you might have missed while trying to avoid all those people you graduated high school with while perusing your old favorite hometown locales.
On Friday, Pennsylvania State Senator Jake Corman, who represents the 34th district that includes State College, announced that he is suing the NCAA to prevent the organization from using Penn State's $60 million fine outside of the state lines.
Are you interested in joining Onward State's dynamic team of bloggers, photographers, and editors for a semester of fun and merriment? We have a limited number of openings available on staff for our Spring 2013 editorial cycle.
As we all return to State College rested from break (that went quick didn’t it?) and ready for spring semester, now is the perfect time to expand your music library. Today, we’re taking a look at the local State College folk band Free Rollercoaster, who just released their debut EP, The Plaid Part of Town.