"I feel like having it...reminds me of all the support that I got behind my back and how much we as a society need to progress in the right direction."
"We remain optimistic about our ability to play sports this fall and in the 2020-21 academic year."
The conference believes the move will give teams the flexibility they need to keep players and staffs safe.
Penn Staters can still celebrate Arts Fest virtually from July 9 through July 12.
UPUA's statement comes after former and current members were accused of saying "horrid" and "insensitive" comments.
Penn State will join an amicus brief written in support of a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security and ICE regarding the new rules.