April 2013
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Another One Bites the Dust
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I’ve worked at Penn State for almost 20 years. In that time, my department has been merged and un-merged at least twice. We’ve had four different Deans, three office relocations and, this summer we will be welcoming our fifth department head – all since I started as an adjunct instructor back in 1992. The…
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The Month Ahead for Bill O’Brien and Penn State Football
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The off-season is here, but no one is really off – especially O’Brien, as he continues to go full-bore on Year No. 2 as head coach. For starters, it will be a manic Monday, since he will do an out-and-back to Chicago for a Big Ten coaches meeting.
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Get Your Sneakers: the ‘Dog Jog’ set for April 27
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The annual Pets Come First “Dog Jog” is scheduled for 10 a.m. on April 27 at the Grange Fair Grounds, Gate 2 in Centre Hall. The 5K race begins at 10, while the 1.5K walk and fun run is scheduled for 11 a.m. Registration for both events begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $30.…
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Special Olypmics 5K Race Fundraiser Draws Thousands: Shatters Donation Record
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One day after snow and sleet rained on the Blue-White game, the Special Olympics event was held under clear skies, filled with brilliant sunshine. That helped bring out a huge crowd and countless smiles.
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Huge Crowd of Runners Sprint to Support Special Olympics: Special Honors for Franco Harris
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After Harris gave the order to go, a sea of runners barreled down Porter Rd. Just 16 minutes later, the leaders sprinted down the tunnel and into Beaver Stadium to finish at the 50 yard line.
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Penn State Hockey: A Look Inside Pegula Ice Arena
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A quick tour of the inside of Pegula Ice Arena bowl. The arena is set to open this October.
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Penn State Football:
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Walking to the far back corner of the media room redshirt freshman Akeel Lynch just beamed a massive smile as a throng media followed him to his seat.
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Centre County Report: Penn State Board of Trustees Election Includes Attack Ads
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Penn State’s Board of Trustees Election is generating a lot of interest. More than 20,000 alumni have already voted. This election even includes negative campaign ads.