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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Students, alumni and locals gathered downtown on Monday as the Allen Street Jam kicked off Homecoming 2025 with live music, lawn games and a dance competition that excited the crowd. The event also marked the debut of the Homecoming Court—promising a lively week ahead. Onward State
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State College of Education Dean Kimberly Lawless is stepping down to return to the faculty on Oct 15 — an interim dean will be named soon and a national search for a permanent replacement will begin later in the fall. Lawless led the college since 2019 and now will focus on new uses of artificial intelligence in education. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State's new filmmaker Gustavo Rosa has had his films picked for six festivals this year—his work will show in Austin on Oct 26 and in Poland in November. He joined the school this fall from Boston University and plans to help students with his filmmaking ideas. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State School of Music will dedicate its new Steinway Spirio B piano on a weekend of events Oct. 24-25, funded by the Guarriello family and featuring renowned pianist Greg Anderson. Anderson will lead masterclasses and give a free recital at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 25 — the celebration runs alongside the Marian Garcia Piano Competition. Penn State
- ➤ The Indigenous Peoples' Student Association and the Indigenous Faculty and Staff Alliance at Penn State are organizing a series of events for Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 13 that include a Resistance Day Rally, a hip-hop workshop and a Joyfull Feast featuring Onondaga Storyteller Perry Ground and Cree artist Angela Gladue—these events are open to everyone. A session on Haudenosaunee influence is scheduled for Oct. 14 at the Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development for registered participants. Penn State
- ➤ The Stuckeman School at Penn State will host award-winning architect Virginia San Fratello for a lecture titled 'Drawn Out of The Lab and Into the Landscape' on Oct. 15 at 4 p.m.—the event will take place in the Stuckeman Family Building Jury Space and be streamed on Zoom. Penn State
- ➤ Wenrui Hao, a professor of mathematics, has been named the new director of the Center for Mathematical Biology at University Park and will host a kick-off meeting on Oct. 16 at noon—where researchers will explore new work in mathematical modeling, AI, and computational tools. This meeting will offer a chance to learn about collaborations that aim to advance research in the life sciences. Penn State
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Transportation Services announced that Penn State’s Homecoming Parade will wind through University Park and downtown beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10 while roads are closed from 5:30 p.m. until the parade ends. Attendees should note that parking restrictions and adjusted bus and shuttle routes will affect access—drivers and riders are advised to plan alternative routes. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Penn State College of Medicine received a $3.3M NIH grant for two years to set up a national hub for coordinating data sharing and research to prevent chronic conditions—Vernon Chinchilli and Jennifer Kraschnewski will lead projects that test interventions to lower health gaps. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Penn State men's hockey team moved up to No.4 in the USCHO poll—its highest ranking in over eight years—and remains the second-best team in the Big Ten. The team started the season with wins over Arizona State and will play a two-game home series against Clarkson starting October 9 at 6:30 p.m. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State head coach James Franklin addressed criticisms at Beaver Stadium after a 42-37 loss to UCLA, saying the team struggled with running back use and linebacker play with Dom DeLuca not meeting expectations. He said the coaching staff will work on fixing offensive line issues and boosting player confidence in upcoming games—focusing on a better performance. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Penn State men’s soccer went undefeated last week with wins over Robert Morris, Michigan State and King’s College to push the team over .500 and earn its first conference win—midfielder Ben Madore scored a hat trick in a 7-1 rout of King’s College. The blue and white will travel to face UCLA at 10 p.m. Friday. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Pieces of Gavin McKenna’s debut game-worn Penn State jersey will appear in exclusive Topps autographed trading cards after he recorded two assists and a game-winning goal in his first series against Arizona State—fueling buzz among fans. Daily Collegian
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Rumbo Tumba Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $10 — Experience a captivating electroacoustic performance by Argentine multi-instrumentalist Facundo Salgado.
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Puuluup with Other Arts Ensemble
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From US$11.99 — Experience the innovative sounds of Puuluup, a dynamic duo of talharpa enthusiasts.
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Air1 Worship Now Tour featuring Phil Wickham
7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Tickets available — Experience an uplifting night of worship with top Christian artists Phil Wickham, Charity Gayle, and Josh Baldwin.
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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Football Game
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Beaver Stadium — Check local listings for ticket info — It's Homecoming as the Nittany Lions take on the Wildcats in a thrilling Big Ten matchup.
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Bartender Training Class
6-10 p.m. — Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center — Cost varies — Gain hands-on experience and industry knowledge in a comprehensive bartending course.
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Mr. Gnome Concert with Sunday Love Club and Person
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $10 — Experience the expansive, technicolor art-rock sounds of mr. Gnome in a cozy venue.
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Katie Pruitt Concert
8-11 PM — The State Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Experience the transformative power of music with Katie Pruitt on her Time Wasn't Wasted Tour.
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