Good morning, State College.

More than 2,500 participants will join the 17th annual Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run on Sunday at 11 a.m. to support Special Olympics PA, featuring a 5K run and walk from the All Sports Museum entrance to Beaver Stadium, plus free parking at Jordan East + Stadium West lots.

Noah Flenard published his senior column today (marking his graduation from Penn State) as he reflected on lifelong friendships and the challenges that shaped his journey.

He thanked mentors, friends, and family while preparing to start a new chapter in his life.

The Penn State chapter of Delta Chi was suspended on April 14 after an investigation found hazing violations; it will remain inactive for at least four years, losing campus privileges.

Four Penn State Smeal College of Business students became finalists in the NASBITE International 2026 Student Case Competition in early April in St. Louis.

They presented a market entry plan for Switchgrass Spirits (a Missouri-based whiskey company) and gained hands-on experience in international business strategy.

The College of the Liberal Arts honored 13 alumni on Thursday, April 16 at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center (leaders from the college presented awards for achievements in business, finance, law, sports, and more).

Penn State University Libraries’ Research Data Stewardship Department will host the spring 2026 Open Scholarship Boot Camp from May 11 to May 12 at the Dewey Multipurpose Room in the Collaboration Commons (West Pattee Library) on campus, offering hands-on workshops and keynotes for postdoctoral researchers and faculty.

Educator Esther Wojcicki will deliver the spring commencement address for the College of IST (Pegula Ice Arena) at 9 a.m. on May 9.

Lion Surplus will host an e-Cycle event on Wednesday, Apr.

29 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its campus site, where Penn State students, faculty and staff can donate electronic devices for proper recycling (a move that helps reduce hazardous waste).

Penn State’s (PSU) offensive players led their team to a 3-2 win over Charleston in the EIVA Tournament Semifinal on Thursday at Rec Hall, boosting their momentum for Saturday’s championship.

Sean Harvey and freshman Tristan Hassell posted top kills that energized the blue and white squad.

Penn State Athletics moved the Blue-White Practice to 12:15 p.m. today at Beaver Stadium because of rain.

Fans can join the Block Party on Curtin Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and get autographs from players after practice while following new parking and detour instructions.

Former Penn State quarterback Drew Allar was drafted No. 76 by the Pittsburgh Steelers, making him the highest-drafted Nittany Lion since Christian Hackenberg.

The Medina native, who played 35 games over four years, will join draft day three at noon today in Pittsburgh.

Anna Pearl Belinda Live

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Titan Hollow — Tickets available — Celebrate Taurus Season with local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl Belinda performing original music.

Lucy Kaplansky Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich folk sounds of New York City artist Lucy Kaplansky.

PUULUUP with The Wild Shoats

7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — $28 — Experience a unique blend of ancient sounds and modern flair as Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson showcase their musical journey.

Natural Information Society Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the unique sounds of Natural Information Society, creating long-form compositions since 2010.

2026 XL Fest All-Access Pass

5:59-7:29 p.m. — Blue Brick Theatre — $99 + fees — Experience 12 shows of hilarious improv magic at the Happy Valley XL Fest.