The Underground published an article Thursday containing leaked GroupMe messages from the Divy Agnihotri and Megan Fleming UPUA campaign that may include serious election code violations, but at the very least give some insight into what appears to be a tumultuous race.
Senior Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations Rod Kirsch announced his retirement today, effective August 31. Kirsch has been responsible for Penn State's fundraising efforts since 1996.
“There have been instances of hate crimes around the Penn State community since I've been here, and it would not surprise me if those past or future perpetrators gravitate to this club,” said Luis Rolfo of the College Democrats. Students for Trump's organizer, Ryan Belz, responded.
President Barron presented initiatives for Penn State's future and heard student opinions at his town hall meeting Wednesday.
The university is now one step closer to getting its state appropriation, after a 137-51 vote in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to approve a $225 million general appropriation reached the 2/3 majority required for approval on Wednesday afternoon. Governor Wolf has threatened a veto.
The University Park Undergraduate Association took an official stance last night in support of a smoke-free campus following an extensive report, significant discussion and a 34-4 vote.