Good morning, State College.

Bricks and Minifigs Happy Valley will hold its grand opening on Aug.

15 from noon to 7 p.m. at 317 Benner Pike in the Benner Pikes Shops plaza. The store, owned by State College native Zachary Barlow, will offer new and used Lego sets, loose pieces, trades, and a party room for group events.

Penn State students completed a six-week program in Todi (Italy) that celebrated its 40th anniversary this summer as alumni, host families and faculty joined events to mark the milestone while deepening language and cultural skills.

The College of IST has selected Enrico Berti as the summer commencement student marshal, and he will lead the graduates at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug.

15 at the Bryce Jordan Center. Berti earned multiple academic honors and is dedicated to advancing patient care.

Penn State grad student Kehinde 'Kenny' Kolapo is leading an eight-week fellowship project for Team Pennsylvania this summer as he assesses the state's grain milling capacity and advises policymakers on boosting local agriculture.

From May 14-16, Penn State’s Wind Energy Club won first overall at the Eastern Region Collegiate Wind Competition held at the Engineering Collaborative Research and Education Building on campus.

The team won in turbine design (including a People’s Choice Poster award) and now is recruiting new members.

Sips of Summer by Allen St Grill brings small bites + paired wines for $55 per person this summer in downtown; tickets must be purchased through the restaurant.

Penn State named D'Anton Lynn as its defensive coordinator to lead the team with a player-focused plan.

The coach brings his talent from previous jobs to set up a new four-down front to challenge Big Ten offenses this fall.

Penn State Athletics has signed a three-year deal with Pennsylvania-based Onvo to become its official convenience store, with branding at Beaver Stadium and promotions like gas discounts on wins.

The partnership, arranged by Playfly Sports, will also create NIL opportunities for student-athletes.

Penn State women’s lacrosse coach Kayla Treanor will welcome her first full recruiting class as nine players from six states join the program.

The Class of 2026 features nationally ranked goalkeeper Reagan O’Donovan and other top recruits, setting the stage for an exciting season in Happy Valley.

Offensive lineman Anthony Donkoh was the first returner to pledge his commitment to Penn State’s culture during Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, as Coach Campbell praised his work ethic and leadership in uniting returning + new players.

He is expected to secure a starting tackle spot this fall.

Penn State's Kennedy Martin, a 6-foot-6 right-side hitter (from Fort Mill, SC), was added to the AVCA Player of the Year Preseason Watch List on Wednesday, July 29.

The senior, coming off strong performances against UCLA and Ohio State, is expected to boost the Nittany Lions' offense this season.