Despite losing 24-14 in a surprising loss to Ohio, Penn Staters broke a record at Beaver Stadium. Even though Beaver Stadium did not come close to breaking a record of attendees, tailgaters and fans were able to break a record for recycling at the game with the help of Students Taking Action To Encourage Recycling (STATERs.)
Not only was the Homecoming Concert band announced, but the 2012 Homecoming Court was too. These students were "ambushed" in their classes or other parts of campus by the Homecoming Committee, who informed them of their nomination. The 10 members of the 2012 Homecoming Court includes a varsity athlete, Greek presidents, student government leaders, and many more.
After three reports of small plastic foreign objects being found in their ice cream, the Berkey Creamery will be recalling all ice cream and frozen yogurt produced between May 16 and August 11. The Creamery will be offering full refunds or exchanges for all ice cream purchased during that period, either from the store itself or from their website, which ships their famous product on dry ice.
Penn State has entered into a partnership with the Dubai Judicial Institute. Legal Lions will have the chance to study international law in one of the most prosperous states of the United Arab Emirates. The two schools will also coordinate conferences and faculty exchanges.
For the first time, the Penn State Board of Trustees will allow for public comment during their meeting this weekend at the Nittany Lion Inn. Recent amendments to Standing Order VIII now allow for up to 30 minutes of public comment, with a maximum of 10 speakers. All interested speakers can apply on the BOT website.
For 24 straight hours, volunteers will read the political satire novel, Catch-22, by Joseph Heller, in front of the library. This around-the-clock marathon reading begins tomorrow with the first speaker, Sue Paterno. Find out more about the event and the background of Joseph Heller himself after the jump.