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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Joyfull 'PURPLE' Edition is an event celebrating cultural diversity through food, live performance, and conversation, aiming to nourish the soul, with a bonus of free sustainable utensils for first-time attendees. Downtown State College
- ➤ Penn State's Opera Theatre program will showcase 'The Miller’s Daughter,' a contemporary opera based on Schubert's 'Die schöne Müllerin,' highlighting artistic collaboration and storytelling, with free performances from Feb. 27 to March 1. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Penn State Smeal Business Career Center significantly aids 2+2 students transitioning from Commonwealth Campuses to University Park by providing extensive career services and resources. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State is hosting LinkedIn Learning Day on Feb. 11 to help students, faculty, and staff utilize and integrate LinkedIn Learning for educational and professional development. Penn State
- ➤ Eric Klinenberg will discuss the intersection of sociological factors and health outcomes from the COVID-19 pandemic at Penn State's 2024-25 Colloquium on the Environment. Penn State
- ➤ The Garfield Thomas Water Tunnel at Penn State, a key US Navy hydrodynamic research facility, marked its 75th anniversary, celebrating its significant contributions to naval research and future of innovation. Penn State
- ➤ Hazel Diaz, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Penn State alumna, is appointed director of Penn State's new Veterans Business Outreach Center, focusing on aiding veterans and military families in entrepreneurship across Pennsylvania. Penn State
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nicolas Choquette-Levy, known for his work on climate risks affecting migration and land-use, has been appointed to the faculty of the Institute of Energy and the Environment at Penn State, where he will collaborate with the Climate Consortium. Penn State
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top-ranked Nittany Lions set to battle No. 2 Iowa, marking the season's most anticipated college wrestling dual meet, highlighting both teams' strengths and the impact of the transfer portal. Onward State
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First Annual FBLA Pickleball Tournament: Lobbing For Leadership
The State College Area High School's FBLA chapter is hosting a fundraising pickleball tournament featuring a silent auction and various awards at Nittany Valley Sports Centre.
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CatVideoFest – Encore Screening in State College
Experience a unique cat video festival featuring a compilation of beloved cat videos while supporting local animal rescue efforts.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Performance at Boal City Brewing
Local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl will perform live at Boal City Brewing, offering an evening of music and celebration.
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Nittany Valley Symphony Family Concert
The Nittany Valley Symphony will present a free family concert featuring classical pieces, designed to be accessible for younger audiences, at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
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Tommy Castro Live at The State Theatre
Renowned electric blues artist Tommy Castro will perform live, showcasing his impassioned vocals and exceptional guitar skills, featuring tracks from his latest album 'Closer To The Bone'.
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