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Sunday, December 8th, 2024
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Arboretum at Penn State rekindles its Winter Celebration with free holiday lights display, musical performances, and crafts from Dec. 6 to Jan. 19, highlighting a return of festive events. Penn State
- ➤ The first phase of the Calder Way project in downtown State College, aimed at improving utility infrastructure and creating pedestrian- and bike-friendly spaces, has concluded despite delays, marking a significant step in the multi-year improvement plan. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State is providing new faculty with opportunities to improve their teaching through technology-focused professional development sessions. Penn State
- ➤ Three Stuckeman School professors at Penn State, with a collective 107 years of service, are retiring at the end of 2024. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State was awarded the 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for its exceptional nonpartisan initiatives to enhance student voting and civic involvement. Penn State
- ➤ Three Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences faculty members received 2024 National Teaching Awards for their innovative teaching and impactful extension work. Penn State
- ➤ Felicity Sarnoff, excelling in academic and extracurricular achievements, is appointed as the college marshal for Penn State's Liberal Arts fall 2024 commencement. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Penn State biomedical engineering researchers receive a $3.2 million National Cancer Institute grant to use ultrasound imaging for monitoring genetically engineered macrophages in brain cancer treatment. Penn State
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State women's volleyball team began the NCAA Tournament with a strong win against Delaware State, showcasing resilience and effective offensive strategies. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State's coach, Katie Schumacher-Cawley, reunites with her former assistant coaches Mike Schall and Erin Appleman, now leading UNC and Yale respectively, in an emotionally charged NCAA Volleyball Tournament at Rec Hall. Daily Collegian
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Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker Performance
Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker offers a magical holiday experience featuring enchanting performances by toy soldiers and other beloved characters in a re-imagined production by Artistic Director Paul Gibson.
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CPDW's Dance Performance: Snow Day
This performance features students of the Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop showcasing various dance styles inspired by snow day activities and adventures.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance at Boal City Brewing
Singer-songwriter Anna Pearl will perform live at Boal City Brewing, providing a relaxing atmosphere just before the holidays.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Holiday Show at Happy Valley Brewing Company
Anna Pearl, a singer/songwriter from State College, will perform a holiday show at Happy Valley Brewing Company.
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Penn Quakers vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball
The Penn State Nittany Lions will compete against the Penn Quakers at the Bryce Jordan Center, showcasing an exciting basketball rivalry and a talented team.
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NVRC First Night 5k Resolution Run
The annual Resolution Run 5k race invites runners and walkers to participate in this festive New Year's Eve event, encouraging costumes and offering incentives for early registration.
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Beautiful Historic Bellefonte Home For Sale
Discover the Victorian charm and beauty as yesteryear's nostalgia blends with some of today's modern kitchen and bath conveniences in this 3-story 1890 built, stately brick and stone Queen Anne Victorian. The home has currently been in the same family for 79 years but was originally built for Bank President C. F. Montgomery and architecturally designed by famous Architect Samuel Fox.
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