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The future of St. Louis runs through entrepreneurship
When Arch Grants was founded in 2012, it was built on a radical idea: that a nonprofit could catalyze economic development by directing philanthropic funds toward ambitious entrepreneurs. Thirteen years later, that core belief endures and is anchored in a conviction that innovation fuels economic vibrancy, an enduring commitment to greater effectiveness, and a spirit of optimism.
My Way: Gabe Angieri's Senior Column
Tomorrow I will walk across the stage in the Bryce Jordan Center and become a Penn State alum. When I do so, I’ll become the first member of my immediate family to graduate college, which is something I’m extremely proud of. Four years ago, I graduated St. Anthony’s High School and was getting ready to take my talents to Penn State.
I'M SAM: Sam Fremin's Senior Column
The last time I cried over sports was in high school. Playing as a freshman goalkeeper for my school’s soccer team, I allowed four goals in the first half. I felt the weight of our deficit on my shoulders and just wanted it to end. Eight years later, I cried over sports because I didn’t want it to end. After I wrote my final sidebar from the Beaver Stadium press box, I took our secret exit into the stands and — for the first time all year — sat in the student section, though it was empty.
You’re In The Good Times: Frankie Marzano’s Senior Column
Back in February, the New York Rangers made a big splash at the NHL trade deadline to acquire legends Vladimir Tarasenko and Patrick Kane in order to make a strong push for the Stanley Cup, solidifying their lineup as one of the best in franchise history. For those of you who don’t know me, the New York Rangers are my pride and joy. For 10 years, I have watched almost every single game. It feels amazing when they win, and the highs are high, but not so much when they lose.
Penn State Hoops' Jalen Pickett, Seth Lundy Earn NBA Combine Invites
Former Penn State men’s basketball stars Jalen Pickett and Seth Lundy are taking the next step in their basketball careers. The two Nittany Lions have been invited to the 2023 NBA Draft Combine. Pickett’s invite was first announced by his former coach, Aki Collins, while Lundy’s was reported by DraftExpress’ Jon Chepkevich. Both players confirmed the news by retweeting it on their Twitter accounts.
4-Star Offensive Tackle Commits to Penn State's 2024 Recruiting Class
By Gabe Angieri - April 24, 2023 Local & Penn State Sports | Local News | Penn State Football | Penn State Recruiting | Penn State Sports Four-star offensive tackle Garrett Sexton announced Monday morning that he’s committing to Penn State’s Class of 2024 over Iowa and Minnesota, among others. “I would like to thank God, my family, friends, coaches, teammates, and everyone else who has put me in the position I’m in today and for helping me throughout this process,” Sexton wrote on Twitter.
Four-Star Offensive Tackle Garrett Sexton Commits To Penn State
What a way to start the morning, folks. Four-star offensive tackle Garrett Sexton announced Monday morning that he’s committing to Penn State’s Class of 2024 over Iowa and Minnesota, among others. “I would like to thank God, my family, friends, coaches, teammates, and everyone else who has put me in the position I’m in today and for helping me throughout this process,” Sexton said.
Making Up For Lost Time: Adam Babetski's Senior Column
If the featured image didn’t already make it obvious, this will not be a tear-jerker. I’m not going to try to make you cry. Life’s too short to bawl over a blog post from a college student you probably don’t know. That would be weird. The working title for this column was “Onwards And Upwards.” Pretty fitting, I thought. Then, I took a look in our archives and discovered that several graduating seniors had used this phrase.
Wesley Sheets Named Permanent Penn State Chief Of Police & Public Safety
Wesley Sheets has been named Penn State’s permanent chief of police and public safety, effective April 17, the university announced Thursday. He had served in the role on an interim basis since January 1. Sheets’ entrance into the interim role came after Penn State University Police and Public Safety (UPPS) Associate Vice President Charlie Noffsinger announced his retirement last December.
State College Police Investigating Death Of 31-Year-Old Male
The State College Police Department is investigating the death of a 31-year-old male that was found unresponsive in an area next to the Beaver Avenue parking garage Monday morning. At approximately 6:52 a.m. on April 17, the State College police were called to that area for an unresponsive person. Toxicology results are still pending, and there is currently no indication of foul play, according to police.
Movin' On Names Sofia Moussan 2024 Executive Director
The Movin On’ executive director is not movin’ on. For just the second time ever, Movin’ On will have the same executive director for two consecutive years. Sofia Moussan, who is currently Movin’ On’s 2023 executive director, will remain in the same role for 2024, the organization announced Monday afternoon. “I am extremely honored to have the opportunity to do this twice and I do not take the responsibility lightly,” Moussan said.
Class of 2024 Star Luke Lilledahl Commits to Penn State Wrestling
By Gabe Angieri - April 10, 2023 Local & Penn State Sports | Local News | Penn State Sports | Penn State Wrestling Penn State wrestling landed a commitment on Monday from one of the nation’s top-ranked prospects for the 2024 recruiting class. Luke Lilledahl announced via Instagram that he is committing to Cael Sanderson’s program.
Class Of 2024 Star Luke Lilledahl Commits To Penn State Wrestling
The rich just keep on getting richer. Luke Lilledahl announced via Instagram on Monday that he’s committing to Cael Sanderson’s program. Lilledahl is the No. 2-ranked wrestler in the Class of 2024, according to FloWrestling. “I am excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at Penn State University,” Lilledahl wrote.
The 'Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants' Bracket: Crowning A Champion
It has happened, folks. After five rounds featuring some of the very best bars and restaurants in State College, we have finally crowned a champion. Champs Downtown and Cafe 210 West squared off in the finals, and your winner is…Cafe 210 West! The popular springtime bar absolutely dominated Champs Downtown, and it wasn’t even close. To our surprise, Cafe garnered 93% of the vote, beating Champs by well over 1,000 votes.
Your Guide To The 2023 Board Of Trustees Alumni Election
It’s time for the Board of Trustees election. Throughout the next month, Penn State alumni can vote online to elect three alumni trustees who’ll serve three-year terms on the board. All Penn State alumni who have have a valid email address on file with the university should receive a ballot within the next 48 hours from . If you don’t get a ballot within the next 48 hours, you can request one here. Alumni have until 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 4, to cast their vote.
Top-Ranked Pa. Prospect Commits to Penn State Football's 2024 Recruiting Class
By Gabe Angieri - April 7, 2023 Local & Penn State Sports | Local News | Penn State Football | Penn State Recruiting | Penn State Sports Penn State football has a new top player in its Class of 2024. Four-star athlete Quinton Martin announced Friday night that he’s committing to Penn State’s Class of 2024 over Michigan and Ohio State, among others.
Four-Star Athlete Quinton Martin Commits To Penn State Football
Penn State football has a new top player in its Class of 2024. Four-star athlete Quinton Martin announced Friday night that he’s committing to Penn State’s Class of 2024 over Michigan and Ohio State, among others. Martin, who plays defensive back and running back at Belle Vernon High School, is the No. 1-ranked player in Pennsylvania, according to 247Sports. Additionally, he’s the third-best athlete in the country and the 30th-best overall player in his class, per 247Sports’ composite rankings.
Report: Penn State Men's Hockey's Connor McMenamin Transfers To Minnesota Duluth
Former Penn State men’s hockey star Connor McMenamin has reportedly found a new home. The forward is heading to Minnesota Duluth for his fifth season of collegiate hockey, according to the Duluth News Tribune’s Matt Wellens. Just a week ago, the Grand Forks Herald’s Brad Elliott Schlossman reported McMenamin’s entrance into the portal. McMenamin spent the past four years in Happy Valley, serving as a cornerstone for Guy Gadowsky’s team.
Penn State UPAC Allocates Over $7,000 For Uncensored America Event
Penn State’s University Park Allocation Committee (UPAC) allocated $7,316.62 on Monday to registered student organization Uncensored America for an event. Uncensored America had originally requested $8,129.58. This comes amid rumors that the student group is working to bring controversial speaker Alex Stein back to campus. While the UPAC has allocated over $7,000 to Uncensored America, no speaker has been confirmed, nor has a time or date.
The 'Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants' Bracket: The Championship
It’s time to crown a champion, folks. After beginning with 32 downtown bars/restaurants, we have just two competitors remaining. To no one’s surprise, Champs Downtown dominated as a No. 1 seed throughout the tournament and now finds itself competing for a championship. The other finalist, Cafe 210 West, has had similar success throughout the previous four rounds, easily dismantling its opponents en route to a finals appearance. So, which downtown staple will come out on top?
The ‘Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants’ Bracket: Final Four
This is March April. While the women’s NCAA Tournament has wrapped up with LSU as its champion and the men’s tournament is set to culminate tonight, we at Onward State are a little behind. After a star-studded Elite Eight in our “Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants” bracket, we’re onto the Final Four! We have three No. 1 seeds and a No. 2 seed remaining, and you can vote to send your favorite bar to the finals by using this Google Form.
Penn State Proposes Lowering Onward State's Funding To $0
First The Daily Collegian, and now Onward State. Really, Penn State? Less than a week after it was made public that Penn State proposed an over 50% budget decrease for The Daily Collegian, we’ve been informed that the university plans to get rid of Onward State’s budget entirely. While The Collegian would still get $200,000 in 2024 under the proposed decrease, we here at Onward State will get absolutely nothing in a heartbreaking turn of events.
The 'Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants' Bracket: Elite Eight
We’re getting closer to the end, folks. As both the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments forge on, our “Best Penn State Bars/Restaurant” bracket has finally reached the Elite Eight. Because it’s March, we’ve of course had plenty of upsets through the first two rounds of our tournament. However, all of our No. 1 seeds are still alive, too. With eight bars/restaurants remaining, it’s now crunch time. You can vote for your favorite downtown spot by using this Google Form.
Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Add Tight End to 2024 Class
By Gabe Angieri, Ben Jones - March 25, 2023 Latest Penn State News | Local & Penn State Sports | Local News | Penn State Football | Penn State Sports Three-star tight end Luke Reynolds announced Saturday that he’s committing to Penn State football’s Class of 2024 over Pitt and Virginia Tech, among others. Reynolds is the fifth player and first tight end to join the Nittany Lions’ 2024 class.
Three-Star Tight End Luke Reynolds Commits To Penn State Football
There’s a new ace coming to Happy Valley. Three-star tight end Luke Reynolds announced Saturday that he’s committing to Penn State football’s Class of 2024 over Pitt and Virginia Tech, among others. Reynolds is the fifth player and first tight end to join the Nittany Lions’ 2024 class. Reynolds’ verbal commitment comes less than a week after he took an unofficial visit to Penn State and earned an offer from the Nittany Lions.
Jalen Pickett, Other Team Leaders Want Adam Fisher As Penn State Hoops' Next Head Coach
With Micah Shrewsberry reportedly heading to Notre Dame on a seven-year contract, Penn State men’s basketball is in the market for a new head coach. Four of this past season’s team leaders — Jalen Pickett, Myles Dread, Andrew Funk, and Cam Wynter — are all calling on Penn State Athletics to hire current assistant coach Adam Fisher as the program’s next coach.
Report: Penn State Hoops' Seth Lundy Declaring For 2023 NBA Draft
Penn State men’s basketball’s Seth Lundy is reportedly moving on. According to CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein, Lundy is entering the 2023 NBA Draft after four years with the program. Lundy could’ve stayed another year, as he has an extra season of eligibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but he’ll reportedly head to the next level. Lundy served as a defensive anchor and a reliable three-point shooter for Micah Shrewsberry’s squad this past season.
Penn State Wrestling’s Seth Nevills Enters Transfer Portal
By Gabe Angieri - March 22, 2023 Local & Penn State Sports | Penn State Sports | Penn State Wrestling Penn State wrestling’s Seth Nevills has entered the transfer portal, he announced via his Twitter account Tuesday night. Nevills, a senior heavyweight wrestler, posted a 2-0 record this past season. A four-time California state champion in high school, Nevills joined the Nittany Lion program in 2019 and totaled a 13-4 record during his true freshman season.
Penn State Wrestling's Seth Nevills Enters Transfer Portal
Penn State wrestling’s Seth Nevills has entered the transfer portal, he announced via his Twitter account Tuesday night. Nevills, a senior heavyweight wrestler, posted a 2-0 record this past season. Nevills joined the program back in 2019 and totaled a 13-4 record during his true freshman season. He followed that up with 4-1 and 3-2 records, respectively, in the next two seasons. He earned Academic All-Big Ten honors in 2021.
The 'Best Penn State Bars/Restaurants' Bracket: Second Round
We sleep in May. We put together our very own March Madness bracket last week featuring the best Penn State bars and restaurants, and you all voted and made your presence felt. There were quite a few noteworthy upsets in round one, and now 16 bars/restaurants remain in the quest for championship glory. Let’s take a look at the first-round winners and where we stand heading into the Sweet Sixteen.
Report: Penn State Prepared To Make 'Significant, Long-Term Financial Commitment' To Micah Shrewsberry
It looks like Penn State is prepared to make Micah Shrewsberry its head coach for the long haul. CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein is reporting that Penn State is prepared to make a “significant, long-term financial commitment to Micah Shrewsberry as soon as the Nittany Lions conclude their season.” As Rothstein noted, Shrewsberry has been linked to other programs, such as Georgetown and Notre Dame, over the past few weeks.
Onward State Presents: Best 'Penn State Bars/Restaurants' Bracket: First Round
This. Is. March. With the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament kicking off today, March Madness is in full swing. Penn State fans will certainly be locked in on the action, as the Nittany Lions face off against Texas A&M at 9:55 p.m. ET tonight in the Round of 64. To fully embrace the tournament madness, we decided to make a bracket of our own.
While You Were Away On Spring Break...
We’re back. After a much-needed spring break, Penn State students are back in Happy Valley to finish out the final seven weeks of the semester. While you were in Fort Lauderdale or Cabo, you may have missed some of the happenings back here in State College or in the Penn State sports world. Luckily, we have you covered! News Penn State launched a new platform to track recent trends in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) across University Park and all Commonwealth Campuses.
Penn State Women's Hockey To Play Quinnipiac To Open NCAA Tournament
Penn State women’s hockey is dancing, folks! Fresh off their first-ever CHA Tournament championship, the No. 10-seeded Nittany Lions will take on No. 8-seeded Quinnipiac in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The game will kick off at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 9, in Columbus, Ohio. The Nittany Lions enter their first-ever NCAA Tournament after an impressive 27-8-2 season that culminated with a 2-1 overtime victory over Mercyhurst in the CHA title game.
Penn State Athletics 'Aware' Of Alleged Legion Of Blue Behavior During Rutgers Game
Penn State Athletics is “aware” of the alleged inappropriate behavior from members of basketball’s student section, the Legion of Blue, during Sunday night’s game against Rutgers, a department spokesperson confirmed Monday afternoon.
Our Best Features From THON 2023
On the floor of the Bryce Jordan Center, we asked the Four Diamonds alum a simple question: Is it everything you hoped for?
THON 2023 Raises $15,006,132.46 For The Kids
After dancers sat down and a few speeches were made, THON 2023 announced it raised $15,006,132.46 For The Kids! The total breaks THON’s overall record for the second consecutive year. Last year, THON 2022 raised $13,756,374.50, which at the time surpassed the previous record that was set back in 2014. This year, 707 dancers took to the Bryce Jordan Center floor and endured the unbelievable challenge of standing for 46 straight hours in the fight against pediatric cancer.
Former Penn State Quarterback Matt McGloin Emceeing THON 2023 Pep Rally
Matt McGloin is back in Happy Valley, folks! The former Penn State quarterback is one of two emcees for the THON 2023 Pep Rally. He joins Bellisario College of Communications student Destiny Sanchez. McGloin walked on ran on to Joe Paterno’s team prior to the 2008 season and eventually played his way into a starting role during the 2010 season.
Gov. Josh Shapiro Speaks at THON 2023
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro took the stage on Saturday afternoon at the Bryce Jordan Center and spoke at THON 2023. Shapiro addressed the crowd with Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi and THON Executive Director Lily Pevoto joining him on stage, shouting out the “big hearts” everyone in the crowd has. “It’s Gen Z every day, making a difference to protect our freedoms to make sure we solve the big problems,” Shapiro said.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Speaks At THON 2023
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro took the stage and spoke at THON 2023. Shapiro addressed the crowd with Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi and THON Executive Director Lily Pevoto joining him on stage, shouting out the “big hearts” everyone in the crowd has. “It’s Gen Z every day, making a difference to protect our freedoms to make sure we solve the big problems,” Shapiro said. This marks Shapiro’s first known appearance in Happy Valley since he was elected governor back in November.
Penn State Homecoming Unveils 2023 Theme: 'Illuminate The Lion Within'
Penn State Homecoming’s executive committee took the stage at THON 2023 Saturday afternoon to unveil its 2023 theme. Executive Director April Komal announced the theme as “Illuminate the Lion Within.” The executive committee said every person who has had an encounter with Penn State has “been touched by the spirit of the lion.” “Even though we come from different backgrounds, we are one community, forever a home, united by the lion within,” Homecoming said in a release.
THON 2023 Line Dance Lyrics
Dancer Relations captains have taken the stage! Your THON 2023 line dance is here. Whether you’re at home watching on a livestream and following along with our coverage or here at the Bryce Jordan Center, you’re going to want to get familiar with the line dance…you’ll hear it more than 40 more times this weekend.
University Police Receive Report Of Stalking At HUB
Penn State University Police received a report of stalking at the HUB just before 6 p.m. on Thursday, according to a timely warning sent out by the university. The alleged incident began at 5:20 p.m. According to the email, the victim went to use the bathroom and then reported to police that the suspect recorded them in the restroom. The victim would later return to the bathroom and the same thing happened, leading to a confrontation that saw the victim get struck in the face, the report reads.
Transparency Builds Trust: An Open Letter To IFC & UPUA
For the first time in over a decade, Penn State’s fraternities can host registered socials during State Patty’s Weekend, which is slated to take place between February 24 and 26. Penn State Interfraternity Council (IFC) President Kyle Quinn confirmed the development in an email to Onward State on Tuesday. While Quinn revealed the information in an email, it wasn’t in an attempt to spread the word.
Some Super Bowl players claimed by more than one school
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts played three seasons at Alabama and led the Crimson Tide to a national title game appearance as a freshman. He accounted for 53 total touchdowns and was a second-place Heisman finisher during his lone season with Oklahoma. So which school now gets to claim this season’s NFL MVP runner-up and Super Bowl starter? At a time in college football when the transfer portal is heating up, so is the claiming debate.
Some Super Bowl players claimed by more than one school
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts played three seasons at Alabama and led the Crimson Tide to a national title game appearance as a freshman. He accounted for 53 total touchdowns and was a second-place Heisman finisher during his lone season with Oklahoma. So which school now gets to claim this season's NFL MVP runner-up and Super Bowl starter?
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