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Friday, January 31st, 2025

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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Penn State's College of Arts and Architecture successfully launched its first AI general-education course, blending artificial intelligence with arts education to enhance student's understanding and application of AI in the arts.  Penn State
  • Penn State Global will host the Global Careers Institute on April 4-5 to prepare students for international career success, with a priority application deadline of Feb. 28.  Penn State
  • Penn State undergraduate Kueyoung Kim is awarded the prestigious Churchill Scholarship for a year of master's study in science at the University of Cambridge.  Penn State
  • Nick Trefethen, esteemed professor at Harvard, is set to host a lecture series on 'Numerical Rational Functions' at Penn State from Feb. 17-20.  Penn State

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A state regulatory agency has intervened in court regarding the potential sale and interim operation management of Rock Spring Water Company by the State College Water Authority due to its longstanding infrastructure issues.  ABC 23

SCIENCE NEWS

  • Penn State researchers have found that under certain conditions, materials can unexpectedly store a memory of previous deformations, which could lead to new ways to store information in mechanical systems.  Penn State

SPORTS NEWS

  • No. 1 Penn State is scheduled to wrestle No. 2 Iowa in a highly anticipated wrestling match at the Bryce Jordan Center, marking a rare and significant meeting between the top two teams.  Daily Collegian
  • Penn State's women's lacrosse team, returning six midfielders and welcoming five new players, aims to build on last season's promising performance for their upcoming opener against Richmond on Feb. 8.  Daily Collegian
  • Penn State's men's hockey team prepares for a challenging weekend series against the Michigan Wolverines in Ann Arbor, aiming to overcome past defeats and improve their record.  Daily Collegian
  • Penn State's men's lacrosse team enters the 2025 season with a strong defensive lineup, including three returning starting defensemen and their starting goalkeeper, aiming to improve from last year's NCAA Tournament performance.  Daily Collegian

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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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.

    Mon, 2/24/25

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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'.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Deadline for Master of Science in Nursing Applications at Penn State World Campus

    The Master of Science in Nursing program at Penn State World Campus offers an online education focused on leadership in additive manufacturing technologies, with a deadline for applications on March 1, 2025.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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