Ah, the Freshman 15. You've all heard about it, freshmen, and you're probably wondering how you can avoid it when you get to school this fall. In this installment of Freshman 101, we take a look at where you're able to work out at Penn State and what fitness center option is best for you.
We've all dealt with the disapproving looks and comments that sometimes accompany any discussion about the infamous "#1 party school" ranking attached to Dear Old State's reputation. We try to explain that yes, we do party, but we also study and care about academics, too. Thankfully, salary analysis website PayScale.com has helped our argument by compiling a list of "party schools" ranked by salary potential.
As football season approaches, the question on everyone's mind surrounds the competition at starting quarterback. We break down the case for each quarterback and why each should be the starter.
This summer, most of us have been spending our time at an internship or job, studying abroad, or frequenting the Jersey Shore. Former Penn State soccer star Corey Hertzog has been a little busier, though, as he kicks off his career in Major League Soccer.
FTCAP is an exciting day for freshmen, filled with great information about Penn State from upperclassmen who have been in the freshies' shoes before. The FTCAP leaders are charged with being the freshmen's first mentors as they embark on their college journey. But with an entire day filled with Penn State knowledge, some things can stick out more than others.
Penn State has been ranked among the country's best party schools for a reason. Whether you plan on participating in holding down that tradition or not, of course, is up to you. Just know that you will hear people stumbling back at 2AM. And your dorm bathrooms may be wrecked the next day. You may also find Pokey Stix littering the sidewalks. This is completely normal. We want to prepare you for your future party endeavors, so here are 10 tips that should make you more party-smart than non-OS readers.