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We’re Searching For Our Spring 2015 Cover Girl!

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It’s that time again – Valley has started the search for our Spring 2015 cover girl!

We’re looking for a student who is exceptionally involved at Penn State, both in academics and extracurricular activities. Being featured in our magazine is a great way of recognizing your hard work and achievements during your time on campus.

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Dealing with Disapproval

Dealing with Disapproval

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You can officially eat Easy Mac for breakfast, Ben & Jerry’s for lunch, and use the leftovers for dinner without anyone telling you not to. But just because you’re in college now doesn’t mean there aren’t some things you still have to answer to your family about, and more often than we’d like, the answer they come up with is ‘No.’

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Going Steady: Giving Relationships A Try in the College “Hookup” Culture

Going Steady: Giving Relationships A Try in the College “Hookup” Culture

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There he is. The man that makes your heart sing. Your face flushes red when you see him. You fluff your hair and put on your best smile, hoping he notices. Or, it’s the girl whose beauty outshines the rest. Something about her just makes you stop and stare, and even though you can’t define it, it’s there. And you want it…bad. But, you can’t be in a relationship because… college, right?

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Join Our Spring 2015 Editorial Staff!

Join Our Spring 2015 Editorial Staff!

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It’s that time again – our search has begun for new staff members! We are currently looking for Writers and Copy Editors to join us for the Spring 2015 semester.

Below you will find the descriptions and qualifications for each position, as well as information on the application process and how to apply. Applications for both positions can be found at the bottom of this page.

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How to Tailgate (The Right Way)

How to Tailgate (The Right Way)

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As if you didn’t already know, tailgates are one of the highlights of every football season—scratch that, every fall semester. What’s better than hauling your favorite party dips and bevvies up to the stadium to consume with your friends and family and pump yourself up for yet another great game? Let us answer that for you—nothing, friends, nothing.

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Covert Advice: On Approachability

Covert Advice: On Approachability

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Dear Thoughtful Penn Stater,

A few days ago, you asked me a question that really hit home: Why do you think cute (and normal) girls don’t get approached by guys? If we’re being honest, I think I’m a pretty girl and I don’t think I’m one of those “psycho chicks,” but I never really get much attention from guys, as in guys don’t ask for my number, things like that. Why do you think this happens? What should I do to be more approachable?

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Pick of the Week: Lip Balm

Pick of the Week: Lip Balm

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The fall and winter seasons are by far the best when it comes to color on your lips. Deep reds, shimmery pinks and wacky designs for Halloween are so much fun to play with, but with the fun colors of fall and winter also comes the cold, windy air and chapped lips. This week, Valley’s pick of the week is lip balm – but not just one! Take your pick and make sure your lips are soft and kissable for the upcoming winter months.

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