The committee is intended for freshmen interested in getting involved with THON but missed the original committee member deadline in October.
An impromptu White Out and cozy Yule Log made Beaver Stadium feel especially festive Saturday night.
For Penn State, spending the holidays with loved ones after a grueling season is likely more fulfilling than any bowl game imaginable.
Makenna Marisa had a career-high 26 points in the loss to the Boilermakers.
"When I received my offer from Penn State, I knew right away it was the place I wanted to be."
Penn State scored three touchdowns of 70 or more yards in its dominant win over Illinois.