Good morning, State College.

Penn State women’s basketball announced Saturday that it will play games at Rec Hall on a more permanent basis in the 2025–26 season—specific game designations will be shared soon while the team continues at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Penn State football lost a close 22—21 game to Northwestern at Beaver Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The tough defeat marked their third consecutive Big Ten loss and the Nittany Lions will face Iowa at 7 p.m. on October 18 at Kinnick Stadium.

No. 19 Penn State women’s volleyball beat Northwestern 3—1 on Saturday night at Rec Hall to improve their weekend record after upsetting No. 7 Wisconsin earlier.

The team will travel to face Washington at 10 p.m. Friday—continuing its season on the road.

The Penn State women’s volleyball team upset Wisconsin in the White Out match by winning all three sets—coach Katie Scumacher-Cawley said the players showed strong defense with key plays from captain Gillian Grimes and right-side hitter Kennedy Martin.

In Penn State's game against Clarkson on Friday, coach Guy Gadowsky and his players cheered after Lev Katzin body slammed Golden Knights defenseman Ty Brassington, sparking an energetic response from the crowd.

Center Charlie Cerrato said the move helped ignite their comeback and boost team unity—reinforcing the Nittany Lions' fighting spirit.

Football reporters Lexie Linderman and Lyle Alenstein reported that Penn State lost 22-21 to Northwestern in its Homecoming game—highlighting Drew Allar’s season-ending injury and raising questions about coach James Franklin's future role.

Penn State men's basketball announced its Return to Rec game during Saturday’s football game and will host Wisconsin at Rec Hall at 7 p.m. on Jan.

22nd, 2026.

No. 6 Penn State women’s hockey blanked Delaware in a series sweep by winning 5-0 last night and 7-0 in Game 2 to start the season 6-0—Grace Outwater scored a hat trick in Game 1 and freshman Maddy Campbell made her first start in net.

The team will return to Pegula Ice Arena to face Mercyhurst at 3 p.m. Friday.

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.

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.

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.

Tarwa N-Tiniri Concert

7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — Free entry — Experience the soulful desert blues from the all-Berber band Tarwa N-Tiniri, hailing from Morocco.

Thesaurus Rex Halloween Bash

7-11 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of local folk-jam music with Thesaurus Rex and Ham on a Stick for Halloween.

Soles of Duende - Can We Dance Here?

7:30-9 p.m. — Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State — Free entry — Experience a captivating fusion of tap, flamenco, and Indian classical dance that speaks without words.

Keller Williams Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic blend of rock, jazz, funk, and bluegrass from innovative artist Keller Williams.

Bella White Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience the enchanting sounds of Bella White's unique country/folk music.