“What’s your major?” is a question we’re all too familiar with by now, especially students in their junior and senior years. The past four years I have received a variety of responses to this question and unfortunately, they are rarely encouraging. “Broadcast journalism,” I answer. Before I have the chance to share what I intend…
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Do’s and don’ts when taking senior pictures
With graduation quickly approaching, you’ll find many students dressed in navy blue caps and gowns strutting around campus last-minute. With the overwhelming emotions consuming seniors, the stress of finding the perfect photographer and coordinating a time that works for everyone can be another unnecessary stress contributor. My advice: plan ahead. First, I find holding off…
Tips for time management during your first year of college
As freshmen take their first step onto Penn State’s vast campus, the list of responsibilities grow. Suddenly, your parents aren’t there to hound you about studying or to make your dinner. It can be daunting at first, but eventually you’ll fall into a healthy routine. I remember my first day of class freshman year. Class…
Summer music festival returning to State College for 10th year
The Downtown Improvement District will host its 10th annual Summer’s Best Music Fest from June 3-4. The outdoor concert will consist of 27 artists performing on five stages, each located downtown. Although students will have already returned home for the summer, Executive Director of the Downtown Improvement District George Arnold said he believes the event…
Penn State student-run beer delivery startup Aqua Vitae works to gain traction
This article was picked up by USA Today College. Penn State students are working on creating a beer delivery service in State College. Suresh Rajan, the creator of Aqua Vitae, hopes to launch the student startup later this semester. “This is a brand new industry of Pennsylvania,” Rajan (senior-economics and international politics) said. “We’ll be…
Student Farm Club hosts dinner and movie event for Earth Week
The Student Farm hosted its “Dinner and Movie” event Monday night to kick off Penn State’s Earth Week. The event consisted of a special prepared meal in Redifer Commons, followed by a viewing of the documentary “Just Eat It,” in 102 Thomas. “Local Foods Night” featured dishes with produce which was grown on Penn State’s…
Students react to Bernie Sanders’ speech on Penn State’s campus
Students and attendees gathered outside of Rec Hall as early as 8 a.m. Tuesday morning to ensure a spot at the Bernie Sanders rally. Wearing “#FeelTheBern” T-shirts, stickers and various other kinds of gear, the crowd caused the venue to fill up quickly with an attendance of 6,655. Before Vermont Sen. Sanders took the stage,…
Students for Trump find support, ridicule at HUB-Robeson Center during Pennsylvania primary
With five states up for grabs, student political organizations began campaigning on campus for Tuesday’s primary elections. Students for Trump campaigned both inside and outside the HUB-Robeson Center, urging students to vote regardless of political affiliation. “I’m very excited to vote today because not only is it an important election but it’s also my first…
Seniors head to Café for 55 Days
As students returned from spring break, many seniors headed to Café 210 West to kick off the 55 Days celebration on Monday night. The event has created a tradition among graduating seniors as “55 Days” represents the final stretch before commencement. March 14 marks the first of 55 consecutive days where patrons can purchase an…
The Daily Collegian (11/05/15)
Here is a page I designed while working as Copy Desk Editor at The Daily Collegian. A closer look at the news page can be found here.
Local gyms offer array of options for those who are trying to get fit
As students return to Happy Valley for another semester, many have health-related New Year’s resolutions on their minds to combat the excess calories most students consumed over winter break. While this past fall was warmer than average, students can expect a brutal winter, resulting in fewer joggers around campus and more overcrowded gym facilities. However,…
The Makery offers affordable art classes to the downtown community
As students walk past the Fraser Centre construction site, they may notice a new local establishment that is already open for business at 209 W. Calder Way. The Makery, a new arts and crafts studio, first opened its doors this past June. It was not until September, however, that the store began to take shape….
Ciara O'Callaghan 