Good morning, State College.

The College of IST named Aidan Fraser and Kaydn Magyar as student marshals for the spring commencement ceremony.

They will lead graduates at 9:00 a.m. on May 10 at Pegula Ice Arena with Magyar representing the Reserve Officers’ Training Core (ROTC).

Penn State softball broke its single-season home run record by hitting its 54th home run in a 15-11 win over Rutgers at Beard Field—improving its overall record to 18-18; the Nittany Lions will face Saint Francis at 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Penn State beat Minnesota 5-2 after a four-run ninth inning comeback, following a 10-4 win on Friday.

The Nittany Lions will face Minnesota for the series finale at 2 p.m. today.

Penn State’s men’s volleyball team won three sets to one against Sacred Heart, raising its conference record to five to three + key plays by Sean Harvey and Matthew Luoma helped secure the win.

The team will travel to Fairfax for a two-game series against George Mason on Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m.

Penn State volleyball played Sacred Heart in Rec Hall South Gym over the weekend with 481 fans on Friday and 596 on Saturday (nearly filling the bleachers), which made the game loud and intimate.

The team will travel next week for a series against George Mason before returning to the main gym for a series against Princeton.

Penn State won a 3-1 match over Sacred Heart yesterday as three hitters—Sean Harvey, Will Kuhns, and Matthew Luoma—led the team’s balanced offense while setter Michael Schwob recorded 46 assists.

Coach Mark Pavlik praised the team and said they will build on this performance as they prepare for the EIVA tournament.

Former Penn State center Gracie Merkle—standing 6-foot-6—entered the transfer portal on March 17 and committed to Maryland on Saturday, keeping her in the Big Ten.

State College’s track star Jesse Myers won the sprint title at the Bruce Dallas Track and Field Invitational—he broke records and claimed state titles as he now plans to compete for the PIAA 3A gold in the 100-meter sprint.

Victor Wooten Live Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience the innovative sounds of the Wooten Brothers redefining multiple genres.

Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025

7-9 p.m. — The State Theatre — Get your tickets now — Experience the thrill of the best fly fishing films on tour in this annual community celebration.

Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — 814 Cider Works - J.L. Farm & Cidery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music from local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl.

Mosaic Workshops in State College, PA

6 p.m. — Holmes-Foster Park — Free entry — Unleash your creativity at these engaging mosaic workshops in a peaceful neighborhood.

Marty Stuart Concert

8-10:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — $66-$72 — Experience a cosmic country journey with Grammy winner Marty Stuart as he explores new musical horizons.

The Machine Performs Pink Floyd

N/A — Freeman Auditorium — N/A — Experience a tribute to the iconic music of Pink Floyd by The Machine with passionate performances and immersive stage displays.

Amy Winehouse Tribute Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $15+ — Celebrate the unforgettable music of Amy Winehouse with a full revival of her Grammy Award-winning album.

The Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run

11:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Beaver Stadium — Check event page for costs — Participate in a community-focused run supporting Special Olympics Pennsylvania.

The Steel Wheels Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a fusion of tradition and innovation with The Steel Wheels' captivating Americana sound.

Ashley Cooke Concert

7-11 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost Info TBD — Experience heartfelt storytelling through the music of rising country artist Ashley Cooke.