The Campus Explorer is a feature of Onward State dedicated to exploring Penn State’s massive campus. The series will showcase buildings or areas on campus that don’t receive as much attention as landmark buildings like the Beaver Stadium or Old Main. While not the most visually impressive building on campus, the Testing Center still has […]
Yesterday, Penn State became the first university to join the EPA in a sustainability partnership. The Collegian reports: By joining the SPP, Penn State accepted the “Sustainability Challenge,” which means it will aim to reduce its carbon footprint, greenhouse gas emissions, waste and pollution. The agreement will allow the EPA to provide individualized tools and […]
This Saturday, just after 4 PM, the 2009 NFL Draft will begin. The eight Penn State players who attended the NFL Combine in February have some expectation of getting drafted. But what exactly goes on as these players’ pro aspirations hang in the balance? We caught up with former Nittany Lion and current NFL linebacker […]
It seems like, every few years or so, a new, ego-maniacal, out-of-touch white rapper comes along and reminds us all how the public education system has failed us. In 1990, we had Vanilla Ice. Then came Eminem, and now we have to deal with this Asher Roth clown. I’ve been trying to figure out why […]
You were walking back from class one day, and what did you see? Ducks by Old Main, ducks by Willard, ducks by the Alumni Center, ducks everywhere. These mallard ducks returned to the area a few weeks ago, most likely from Mexico, their usual winter home. Here on campus, they seemingly prefer the garden and […]
A lot of people still don’t understand why someone would use Twitter. Here’s a good example. We’re hoping it’s a little clearer than @Oprah’s attempt last week. Jay Paterno sent out this tweet a couple of hours ago: So now what will happen is that Jay Paterno will get responses from people that look like […]