Author: Matt DiSanto

About the Author

Matt DiSanto

Matt is a junior majoring in journalism and is Onward State's managing editor. He's a huge Philadelphia sports fan, fantasy football aficionado, and washed-up drummer hailing from Collegeville, Pa. The quickest way to his heart is Margherita pizza. His favorite shows include Community, Seinfeld, and Arrested Development, and he'll probably talk your ear off about them. Follow him on Twitter @mattdisanto_ for bad sports takes or email him at [email protected]

Football

Penn State Football’s Damion Barber Enters Transfer Portal

By Matt DiSanto

6/1/20 12:33 pm

At this time, Barber is no longer listed on Penn State football's roster.

News

[Photo Story] Hundreds March In State College’s ‘Justice For George Floyd’ Protest

By Matt DiSanto

6/1/20 4:06 am

Droves of State College citizens peacefully protested Sunday afternoon and advocated for positive change in the community.

News

Alleged Penn State Student Recorded Using Hate Speech, Racist Slurs

By Matt DiSanto

6/1/20 12:21 am

"The comments in the video are reprehensible and we denounce this hateful speech and bigotry in all of its forms."

News

State College Community Rallies At ‘Justice For George Floyd’ Protest

By Matt DiSanto

5/31/20 5:17 pm

Notable Penn Staters such as Lamar Stevens addressed the crowd before protestors marched on College Ave. Sunday.

News

State College Mayor Ron Filippelli Issues Statement Following George Floyd’s Death

By Matt DiSanto

5/31/20 4:45 pm

"Now more than ever we must speak out and take appropriate action against these inequities and injustices."

Athletics

Penn State Baseball Retires No. 5 For 2021 Season In George Floyd’s Memory

By Matt DiSanto

5/30/20 12:46 pm

"I never met Mr. Floyd, but I have coached many #5's in my career & I loved them all. Next season, no [Penn State baseball] player will wear #5 to honor Mr. Floyd."