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Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 15, the 27th annual Penn State United Way Golf Tournament raised over $123K at the Penn State Golf Courses—exceeding last year’s total by over $20K—to support Centre County United Way's education, health and financial stability programs. Next year’s tournament is set for Sept. 21, 2026. Penn State
- ➤ Members from Penn State and State College gathered at the Allen Street Gates Saturday to support Ukraine during its conflict with Russia as the Ukrainian Student Society held its biweekly rally. Organizers said the event helped keep locals informed about the need for ongoing assistance. Daily Collegian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Centre County celebrates the holidays. Downtown State College held a festive First Friday at Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, the Centre County Historical Society is hosting Stocking Stuffer today at Centre Furnace Mansion (1001 E. College Ave.), and Boalsburg held Hometown Christmas on Saturday with Breakfast with Santa. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Penn State Learning Factory will host its end-of-semester capstone design showcase on Dec. 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center — a free in-person event — and a virtual showcase will run from Dec. 12 through Dec. 19 for engineering students to present their projects. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State’s Lady Lions lost to Nebraska on Saturday afternoon at the Bryce Jordan Center after 18 turnovers and weak defense allowed a 20-point gap and 101 points. Coach Carolyn Kieger said the team’s mistakes were self-inflicted — they must improve ball control and defense. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State wrestling returns to Rec Hall today at 1:00 p.m. to face Lehigh after a win in Philadelphia; the event features several key rematches including a bout between Luke Lilledahl and Sheldon Seymour that could boost the Nittany Lions’ season. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State football will face an ACC opponent in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 27 + the opponent will be announced after the NCAA selection show on Sunday. The team secured bowl eligibility under interim coach Terry Smith. Onward State
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Michigan State Spartans at Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost info unavailable — A new era of Penn State Hoops begins with a young and talented roster ready to make their mark.
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Nittany Lions vs. Eagles Basketball Game
1-2:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a new era of Penn State basketball with a fresh, talented roster.
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First Night State College
3 PM – 12 AM — Downtown State College Improvement District — Button required for some activities — Celebrate the New Year with family-friendly fun including ice sculptures and performances.
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