The Nittany Lions announced that Aunnah Nagel, a 14-year-old battling neurofibromatosis, will be part of the squad through Team IMPACT, a national nonprofit that connects children facing serious or chronic illnesses with college athletic teams.
Penn State moves on to the second round Thursday, facing off with Michigan.
The Nittany Lions pulled off an impressive feat over the weekend -- taking down National Women's Soccer League club Sky Blue FC.
The former Penn State women's volleyball star joined Italian pro team Olimpia Teodora Ravenna. The club is currently ninth in the standings of the 17-team Italian second division, Serie A2.
Penn State Hillel will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from its basket sales this year to Everytown for Gun Safety, an American non-profit organization that advocates for gun control.
“I have no connection or association with Andy Miller or his agency. The University is looking into the information released on Friday. As I have stated, this program is committed to doing things the right way.” Chambers said in a statement to Blue-White Illustrated.