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Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State Libraries’ TLT is accepting faculty applications until 5 p.m. ET on Monday, April 20 for its upcoming Technology Enhanced Learning Leaders (TELL) program. The hybrid session will be held May 11-12 at Dreamery in the Shields Building and online, teaching BYOD strategies for active learning. Penn State
- ➤ Thousands of Penn State faculty will vote on union representation, with ballots mailed starting April 1 and counted beginning May 13. Organizers claim the university failed to uphold its pledge of neutrality, while officials say the upcoming meetings at University Park are informational (designed to answer faculty questions about the process). StateCollege.com
- ➤ Ashley Carmona, a Penn State criminology major, leads first-generation initiatives and draws on her Barcelona study to spur ideas on immigration reform — her work will be highlighted at the Liberal Arts-First Gen Mixer on March 25. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State named four-year letterwinner Tanisha Wright as the new Lady Lion head coach after her five-year stint in the WNBA, and she will be introduced at a press conference on Monday, Mar. 23 at noon in University Park. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State wrestling won all 10 matches on Thursday in Cleveland (earning bonus points in eight bouts) as the team led the NCAA Championships first round. They will face new opponents in round two tonight at Rocket Arena with the bouts airing on ESPN. StateCollege.com
- ➤ No. 6 Penn State men's gymnastics will host No. 5 Ohio State on Senior Day at home this Sunday. The team aims to bounce back from recent conference losses by leaning on seniors (Matt Underhill and Kacper Garnczarek) ahead of the Big Ten Tournament. Daily Collegian
- ➤ No. 3 Penn State women's hockey is set to compete in the Frozen Four, marking the program's first appearance in the event. Seniors Tessa Janecke and Katie DeSa stressed the need for respect and strong leadership ahead of today's historic game. Daily Collegian
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The Shawshank Redemption Screening
8:00-9:31 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless story of hope and friendship within the confines of a prison.
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Better Than Ezra Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket limit: 10 per customer — Experience legendary rock music with Better Than Ezra's engaging performance.
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Crafts & Cocktails at The Rivet
This adults-only, station-based evening gives you a punch card to enjoy craft activities *and* craft cocktails and mocktails. Every ticket sold supports STEM and maker programs for our community, so get your ticket (3/25 or 5/6) and let's craft for a cause!
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Peppa Pig Live - My First Concert
6-7 p.m. — Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State — Ticket prices vary — Engage with Peppa Pig and family in a delightful introduction to orchestral music for young children.
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Bab L'Bluz Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the soulful blend of Franco-Moroccan music with Bab L'Bluz's captivating Gnawa beats.
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Maurice Louca 'Fera' Quartet Live
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — $22 GA / $12 Students — Experience the intricate and hypnotic sounds of Maurice Louca's Fera in a captivating live performance.
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Tauren Wells Concert
7-10 p.m. — C3 Sports — Tickets available — Experience the uplifting vibes of Tauren Wells on the Take It All Back Tour with special guests.
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Alex Harding and Lucian Ban Duo
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience a night of soulful blues with the talented duo Alex Harding and Lucian Ban.
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Anand Wilder Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Check local listings — Experience a night of eclectic sounds featuring Anand Wilder of Yeasayer alongside The After Hours and Eesha Jadhav.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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