In 1953, Penn State created PENNSTAC -- the first digital computer built and operated on a college campus.
Students who attended report the elephant was confined to a makeshift pen with no access to water (Elephants typically drink over 60 gallons of water per day.) and was fed marshmallows, doughnuts, and fruit.
"In order to keep his memory alive, we are raising money to build a memorial for him at his home away from home: the golf course."
UPUA's 11th Assembly was one of the most successful in the organization's short history, but we are confident that Katie Jordan and running mate Alex Shockley will be able to hit the ground running to continue this work. For this reason, Onward State offers Jordan our official endorsement in her campaign to become the next student body president.
As UPUA Chief Justice Elections Commissioner Eric Love explained, the tickets both agreed to tackle the hard questions during the debate, not just the typical "Why did you come to Penn State?" variety. When Love said the hard questions, it was no understatement.
The 24-hour event will challenge students at all engineering and experience levels to build the most impressive hardware or software project in the limited time provided.