The Nittany Lions moved up in the polls every week since the beginning of the season.
The Nittany Lions advanced to 8-0 Saturday night, which is the best start in program history.
Penn State men's hockey's defense was outstanding in a 2-1 win to open conference play.
Penn State men's hockey moved up two spots, while Penn State women's hockey remained in the same spot in the latest poll.
Apke, who was previously released back in August, has signed to the team's practice squad.
Schoen becomes the second Nittany Lion to earn one of the Big Ten's three stars this season.