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UPUA reacts to 'Last Call' concert costs

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Asher Roth performs at last year's spring music festival.
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Officials dropped in Scott case

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Austin Scott walks to the courthouse in Bellefonte in 2007.
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Perusing books

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Robin Tuttle (freshman-animal science and biological psychology) looks through a book at the College of the Liberal Arts book sale to benefit United W ...
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Musical Delight

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Penn State students play soprano saxophone, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone and baritone saxophone at the Eisenhower Chapel on Thursday afternoon as p ...
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Students showcase talent

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Isiah Thomas (freshman-music performance) rocks out during a drum solo that he wrote and performed at PennState's Got Talent on Thursday.
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Graphic novelist speaks on inspiration for work

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Alison Bechdel speaks on Thursday about experiences that motivated her to become a graphic novelist. Bechdel is the author of "Fun Home," published in ...
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West African jazz fills HUB

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Volker Goetze plays the trumpet during a concert sponsored by the Penn State Jazz Club in the HUB on Thursday night.
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Lions to be tested in West Coast trip

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Sophomore outside hitter Ryan Wolf (14) serves against Rutgers-Newark on Feb. 5 in Rec Hall's South Gym.
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The Daily Collegian has stopped publishing for spring break and will resume March 15. Check back at psucollegian.com for news over the break.
Updated Wednesday, March 10, 2010 1:44 AM

Penn State Fayette chancellor dies

Penn State Fayette chancellor and Nigerian native Emmanuel Osagie died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon from complications due to an illness, according to a press release on Penn State Live. Updated Wednesday, March 10, 1:44 AM


Baseball team struggles, loses big to Aggies

Sophomore Joey DeBernardis crossed home plate in the ninth inning to stop Penn State from being shutout, but the run mattered little in terms of the final score. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 10:16 PM


Lions lose fourth straight

The Penn State men's lacrosse team (0-4) lost 11-7 to Villanova (3-1) Tuesday at Jeffrey Field. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 10:07 PM

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Penn State Fayette chancellor dies

Penn State Fayette chancellor and Nigerian native Emmanuel Osagie died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon from complications due to an illness, according to a press release on Penn State Live. Updated Wednesday, March 10, 1:44 AM

Council votes against possible pedestrian mall

In a 4-2 vote at Monday night's meeting, borough officials ended plans to allow the State College Planning Commission to discuss creating a pedestrian mall. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 2:01 PM

Police: indecent exposure in Brumbaugh

Penn State Police are investigating an indecent exposure that occurred at about 10:45 p.m. Tuesday in Brumbaugh Hall. Updated Saturday, March 6, 6:51 PM

Student charged in riot gets three years probation

Penn State student Garrick Stafford was sentenced to three years probation in a plea agreement for his involvement in the 2008 downtown riot following the Penn State football team's away victory against Ohio State. Updated Saturday, March 6, 6:38 PM

UPUA reacts to 'Last Call' concert costs

Some student government members are now saying there were not enough concrete details available to justify allocating more than $45,000 for its spring music festival, dubbed "Last Call" at a meeting Wednesday.

President talks funds

Penn State President Graham Spanier heard more of the same from lawmakers in Harrisburg on Wednesday, just eight days after he traveled to the state capitol and was told not to expect an increase in funding for next year.

Officials dropped in Scott case

Former Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira, resigned prosecutor Lance Marshall and Centre County have been dropped from a lawsuit filed by former Penn State running back Austin Scott.

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Students to spend break helping the nation

Despite strong warnings and limited amount of time, 12 Penn State students, alumni and other volunteers will spend their spring break in Haiti helping with relief efforts.

Students debate drug policy

On-campus political groups went head-to-head Thursday night to debate drug policies as part of the Political Science Association (PSA)'s debate series this semester.

Police: Student reported assault

A Penn State student reported to police Thursday that she was sexually assaulted by an unknown man in a parking lot between University Gateway and the Meridian.

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Sports

Penn State dominates Coastal Carolina

The Penn State men's tennis team (11-1, 1-0) defeated Coastal Carolina (8-3, 3-0) Tuesday afternoon by a score of 7-0. Updated Wednesday, March 10, 2:36 AM

Baseball team struggles, loses big to Aggies

Sophomore Joey DeBernardis crossed home plate in the ninth inning to stop Penn State from being shutout, but the run mattered little in terms of the final score. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 10:16 PM

Lions lose fourth straight

The Penn State men's lacrosse team (0-4) lost 11-7 to Villanova (3-1) Tuesday at Jeffrey Field. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 10:07 PM

Defense falters as Lions fall to CMU

Two days after pitcher Jackie Hill helped propel her team to a victory, her defense unraveled around her. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 8:01 PM

Sanderson marking himself different from older brothers

Penn State wrestler Cyler Sanderson's Big Ten title helps get himself out from under his brothers' shadows and puts him in contention for an NCAA title. Updated Tuesday, March 9, 11:10 AM

Battle, Jones honored by Big Ten

Juniors Talor Battle and Drew Jones were recognized by Big Ten media members and coaches Monday night. Updated Monday, March 8, 10:09 PM

Musser shines in record performance

The crowd was just looking for a reason to explode. Rival Michigan was in the building, and the Rec Hall faithful had not sent the perennial Big Ten champs home with a loss in more than two decades. Updated Monday, March 8, 12:42 AM

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Lions upset rival Michigan

In the grand scheme of the 2010 season, the win was meaningless. There was nothing tangible on the line, no titles to be won. The two teams will even meet again in less than three weeks. Updated Sunday, March 7, 11:40 PM

Women's golf finishes 15th

The Penn State women's golf team finished the Rio Verde Collegiate with a total of 958 (+106) and a 15th-place finish overall. Updated Sunday, March 7, 7:20 PM

No. 13 women's lacrosse falls to No. 9 Virginia

The No. 13 Penn State women's lacrosse team fell to No. 9 Virginia on Sunday 13-8. Updated Sunday, March 7, 6:13 PM


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Arts

Country singer Alan Jackson returns to BJC

Alan Jackson will be rolling into the Bryce Jordan Center for his "Freight Train Tour" this May.

Students showcase talent

Penn State students auditioned for State College's own version of American Idol this week, proving Penn State really does have talent.

Graphic novelist speaks on inspiration for work

Row after row of chairs were brought out to accommodate all the fans packed into room 129 in the HUB-Robeson Center to hear graphic novelist Allison Bechdel.

West African jazz fills HUB

Eyes were glued up front when Ablaye Cissoko took the stage.

Avatar expected to sweep Academy Awards

With the Oscars drawing near, Hollywood's already picked a favorite.

'Jason Derulo'

He asked: "Whatcha say?" We listened. We asked: "Whatcha say?" He responded with eight more bound-to-be hits.

'Cop Out'

What happens when a director runs out of dick jokes and wants to try something different -- all the while making some cash money?

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'Permalight'

Rogue Wave has stolen the career of Ben Gibbard.

'Down at the Docks'

Rory Nugent's "Down at the Docks" is part history lesson, part portrayal of a dying city. But with a dose of drollness and a dazzling eye for detail, Nugent creates a beautiful -- and incredibly genuine -- ode to New Bedford, Mass.

Flogging Molly invades HUB

On Wednesday night, the crowd at the Flogging Molly concert was wearing more green than the sidewalks after State Patty's Day.

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Opinions

Editorial: Stats a positive sign for IFC

Surely, every student has fond memories of his or her first year at college -- trying to meet new people, fit in new surroundings and experience new things.

Columnist Holiday needs different approach

Allow me to break down the fourth wall a bit. The first column I wrote this semester was a response to an episode of the public radio program, "This American Life." This episode was titled "#1 Party School" and exposed State College's drinking culture/problem to the world. And in my response, I agreed wholeheartedly with their unabashed look at our destructive lifestyle.

Letter: Letter about Playboy article over the top, condescending

In response to the March 3 letter, "Playboy modeling devalues women's bodies, marriage," apparently I missed the part in the Bible where it said that Adam and Eve were created and then immediately covered from head to toe with clothing. Because if anyone else were to see one of them naked, that would just ruin the whole world plan.

Letter: State Patty's no different from past Penn State events

I didn't go out to the bars for State Patty's Day and had no desire to do so. I'm also not into big parties -- a few good friends to socialize with is all I need. That said, how is drinking at the university any different than it has ever been? People say they're ashamed. Ashamed of what? Events like State Patty's Day have gone in and out of existence at this university and in this town for years. And what one person says is foolish behavior might be a big part of the memories and good times at this university for another.

Letter: Holiday shows how students have ability to come together

I am very proud to have been a student when the first State Patty Day's came about. It was so exciting to be a part of a new Penn State tradition and to stand up for what I believe in. The event will always be more special to me than Saint Patrick's Day.

Editorial: Holiday excessive, damaging

State Patty's Day 2010: 365 police calls, 160 arrests, 37 disorderly parties, 24 alcohol overdoses, 10 DUIs, snowball fights, sending a bus driver to the emergency room and projectile vomiting. Let's cut the BS: If you don't think State Patty's Day is a legitimate problem, you're living in a fantasy.

Columnist Home a relaxing break alternative

Spring break is so close, I bet your senses are tingling.

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Letter: Woman who retracted story deserves to face punishment

The woman who retracted her rape story has done a severe disservice to herself, rape victims and the community.

Letter: Playboy modeling devalues women's bodies, marriage

In response to the March 2 article about the student who modeled for Playboy, it seemed that she was asked to do something that most parents probably raised their children never to do -- disrobe in front of a camera.

Letter: Success of last few weeks not enough for DeChellis

In response to the March 2 column, "Players believe in coach, so should everyone else," consider this the realist's take on the so-called "rebirth" of Ed DeChellis and his 3-13 Nittany Lions. "Three out of four games including Sunday's 79-60 beat down" sounds nice, but when two of the three wins come against the same team, can one really consider it "turning things around?" It's easy to say that the players believe in DeChellis after a near-20 point win, but where was this faith and belief while leads were being blown against Iowa and Michigan?

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We Are

Lang balances life as Playboy model and student

A passionate Penn State football fan, Brianna Lang was disappointed when she had to miss the home game against Purdue in 2007. But to her, the opportunity to tailgate in the nude wasn't such a bad consolation prize.

Student finds happiness in daily challenges

Katie Knobloch was ready to proclaim her message to all of campus.

Beth Carey went from THON child to supporter

For Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon family relations captains, it's hard to stand out.

From sports to snow, he's in the know

If you know Penn State sports, you know Dean DeVore. If you've been to a Penn State football game since 2000, you know him. If you've been to a women's volleyball game or a men's volleyball game or a wrestling match or a men's gymnastics meet or a men's lacrosse game -- you know him.

Official follows passions in work at PSU

Mike Negra juggles jobs

It's early in the morning, and a small herd of goats is following Mike Negra. The executive director of the State Theatre and self-proclaimed "up-and-coming goat farmer" is wearing a denim shirt, a thick pair of jeans and a hunting cap straight out of "The Catcher in the Rye," and he's carrying a bucket of food that every goat really wants to get at.

Student perseveres through hardships of injury

He left the Penn State Activities Building after classes, preparing to get food. But by day's end, Penn State student Paul George was in a hospital bed, preparing for a life with a prosthetic leg.

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Living with one leg

A Q&A with sophomore Paul George.

UHS doctor equally passionate about driving

After he checks sore throats, listens to heartbeats and writes prescriptions for more than 40 hours a week at Penn State University Health Services, David Garrison likes to relax by pursuing his favorite hobby -- bus driving.

One student dives into an untapped resource

Picking up a stained dark-green hat out of the Dumpster, Will Morgan decided it would work perfectly for his costume-in-the-making. With that, he put it on his head and wore it for the rest of the night.

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Magazine

The Daily Collegian looks back on the past decade

Instant fame dominates decade

PSU, LSU to square off in Capital One Bowl

It has been a long time coming. No, not the pass from the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) in favor of Iowa, but rather a date with LSU when Penn State heads to Florida at 1 p.m. Jan. 1 for the Capital One Bowl at Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium.

Update your winter wardrobe for 2010

Shiny Leggings - $15.80, Forever21.com

Students reveal their shopping strategies

It's the final holiday season of the decade, and everyone is looking to end it with a bang. The holidays are a time for parties, decorations, family visits, and of course, shopping. But finding that perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list is enough to make anybody's head spin.

International students explore holiday options

While the thoughts of many Penn Staters dance around home-cooked meals and family traditions, the plans of international students often don't involve going home.

Penn Staters prepare for abroad experience

Many students are getting reading to say "bon voyage" and venture to different countries for the spring semester. Soon they will pack their bags, board a flight, and find themselves in a whole new world -- where instant mac-and-cheese and "Grey's Anatomy" may not exist.

Changes in the air as award season approaches

To avoid conflict with the 2010 Winter Olympics, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has moved the 82nd annual Oscars to March 7, rather than late February. This means one thing -- more time to get acquainted with 2009's best movies, many of which come out this month.

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Students share tips for final exam preparation

With final exams just around the corner, students anticipate long hours of filling in review sheets and flipping through flashcards.

Mag offers help, insight

People back home just don't understand the mad rush for housing in State College.

Housing advice to students: 'Start early'

Students have just returned to Penn State, and it's already time to start thinking about where to live next year.

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Blogs

Beam Me Up: Statistically Speaking

Find out which gymnasts lead Penn State in each of the four events and in the all-around.
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Above the Net: Penn State - UC Irvine preview

The No. 9 Nittany Lions kick off their California road trip with a visit to No. 11 UC Irvine.
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Snap, Crackle, Pop: Gossip Girl Returns

ince it's spring break, my sister and I decided to watch Gossip Girl with our parents. My dad, who is pretty savvy when it comes to teenage dramas (this man cried when Marissa died in The O.C.) was a little upset by Monday's episode.
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Back Points: The next Cael Sanderson?

Who are the Big Ten's top freshmen?
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Back Points: Collar tie

What is a collar tie and why is it so important?
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Crosse Check: Tuesday Timeout: Joe Britt

Talking with Joe Britt about things off the field
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Above the Net: The big 500

Penn State men's volleyball coach Mark Pavlik discusses Pepperdine coach Marv Dunphy's 500th career win.
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Beam Me Up: Grading Sunday's meet

The Lions received the same grade last week despite scoring a 49.275 compared to this weekend's 49.100. So what gives?
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Inside the Dugout: Penn State vs. Texas A&M break down

The Nittany Lions are midway through their Texas r ...
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Hardwood Hits: Big Ten awards

The real Big Ten awards, includes selections from both coaches and media.
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