Those who live in the shadow of Mount Nittany tend to know that physical place still matters, and that McClay and McAllister are right to defend special places as provocatively as they do — as spaces where “public virtues” are cultivated and American character is molded and shaped for the future.
The College of Agriculture Sciences will be hosting their annual Ag Day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. today outside both the Creamery and in Alumni Hall at the HUB. The event offers students a chance to see what students are doing in the college, which was the original foundation of the university.
In 1855, James Irvin of Bellefonte, Pa donated 200 acres to start the Farmers’ High School of Pennsylvania, which eventually became our beloved Penn State University. Irvin’s Great-Great-Great-Grandson, Steve Irvin, now wants the land back, which will result in Penn State’s eviction from State College, Pa.
Famed OS commenter Laura Strobl is stepping out from the Facebook page and joining the Onward State staff.
After several years of arguing that the Neil Diamond hit "Sweet Caroline" should be played in Beaver Stadium, PS4RS has switched its stance, and is now opposed to the song being played anywhere within a 60 mile radius of State College.
Penn State President Rodney Erickson says he "doesn't remember" any of the circumstances surrounding a canceled statement that would have honored Joe Paterno after his death. Revelations about the statement have come to light in recent days from Ryan Bagwell as a result of his Right to Know crusade, and current trustee Joel Myers.