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Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian John Mulaney will perform his Mister Whatever tour at the Bryce Jordan Center on Oct. 22 in State College; presale tickets start today at 10 a.m. (code BJC30) with general sale set for Friday, and students can buy tickets for $30 using valid student ID. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Susan J. Loeb, a professor at Penn State’s Nese College of Nursing, has been named a distinguished professor for her work in gerontological nursing and correctional health — her research has improved care for aging and incarcerated individuals while shaping online training programs. Penn State
- ➤ Lee Kump will end his deanship at Penn State College of EMS effective June 30 and return as a geosciences professor, ending nearly nine years as dean. President Neeli Bendapudi announced the new Lee Kump Presidential Award (honoring his 40 years of service) to recognize his contributions. Penn State
- ➤ A student group mounted a display on the HUB lawn Monday to show solidarity for Palestinians as part of their Week of Action. The exhibit featured five scenes depicting life in Palestine and continued with talks and displays tomorrow + it aims to educate attendees on ongoing issues. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State astronomers have found that supermassive black holes grow slower today than during cosmic noon because there is less cold gas available. Their study using data from Chandra, XMM-Newton and eROSITA indicates the slowdown will continue. Penn State
- ➤ SEIU president April Verrett will deliver the 31st Philip Murray Memorial Labor Lecture at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7 in 104 Keller Building at Penn State, with the free event promoting discussion on labor issues (Money. Power. Respect. A Labor Agenda for the Next Generation). Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ State College boys tennis beat Central Dauphin 4-1 on Monday at Harrisburg in Mid-Penn Conference Commonwealth division play (the Little Lions won key doubles and singles matches to improve their record to 5-0). PennLive
- ➤ Maggie Mendelson will enter the transfer portal after one season with Penn State's Lady Lions. The 6-5 player averaged 2 points and 3.3 rebounds in basketball and earned a national volleyball championship before her current stint. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State head coach Matt Campbell previewed spring practice on Tuesday in Beaver Stadium’s media room — saying quarterback Rocco Becht is progressing well in his recovery and new receiver coach Kashif Moore is expected to strengthen the team while injured players should return by fall camp. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Penn State women's basketball commit Chikae Desdunes reopened her recruitment on Tuesday after a coaching change in Happy Valley. The 4-star guard from DME Academy — who helped her team reach the Grind Sessions Final Four — is exploring new programs. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State men’s basketball guard Melih Tunca (who averaged 7.8 points in 23 minutes per game) will enter the transfer portal, his agent said on Tuesday, March 24. He is the first Nittany Lion to announce such a move. Onward State
- ➤ Wrestler Mitchell Mesenbrink (165-pound competitor) won his second NCAA Championship Saturday night when he defeated longtime rival Mikey Caliendo. He said his win highlighted that wrestling is only one part of his life as he pursues music, chess, and time with family. Daily Collegian
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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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Earth and Arbor Day Fest
5-8 p.m. — Hintz Alumni Garden — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with live music, local food vendors, and engaging activities for all ages.
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Beginner Line Dancing Night
7-10 p.m. — Arena Bar & Grill — $5 — Learn and enjoy various line dances in a fun, interactive setting.
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Jeff Dunham's Artificial Intelligence Tour
7-10 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Tickets available — Get ready to laugh out loud with renowned comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
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