Small Miracles A harrowing start to life, and a happy ending.

One alum recounts the harrowing story of delivering twins at 31 weeks, their NICU experience, and her gratitude for the medical team at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center: pennstatermag.com/my-thoughts-... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #PennStateAlums

A 2022 illustration for Marc Kauffman at the PennStater about the night Muhammad Ali took a drive across Pennsylvania with three college students. #pennstater #muhammadali #notaiart #blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter

A 2022 illustration for Marc Kauffman at the PennStater about the night Muhammad Ali took a drive across Pennsylvania with three college students. #pennstater #muhammadali #narrativeillustration #notaiart #blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter

Nittany Lion Spotlight: Katelyn Roberts The senior forward has evolved as a player to thrive alongside elite teammates—and isn’t ready to give up the game just yet.

Senior forward Katelyn Roberts shares how she came to love hockey, why she values versatility and consistency as a player, how coaching kids has grounded her, and what her post-graduation plans include. Read our Q&A: pennstatermag.com/roberts #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #WomensHockey

Creating Connection From emerging technologies to collaborations across campus, Smeal College of Business Dean Corey Phelps is committed to enhancing student experiences.

We sat down with Smeal College of Business Dean Corey Phelps to discuss new initiatives within Smeal, how the college’s graduate programs can succeed in the face of increasing competition, & how faculty are incorporating AI into their curriculum: pennstatermag.com/collections/... #WeAre #PennStater

The Lions’ New Den From our November/December 1995 issue: Dreams really do come true, they just take a lot longer than expected.

From our November/December 1995 issue: Revisit the seemingly cursed construction of the Bryce Jordan Center as it rose from a hole in the ground to become Pennsylvania’s third major entertainment market: pennstatermag.com/BJC #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #BJC #UniversityPark

photo of the former Oswald Tower at University Park with bright blue sky in the background

the green space where the former Oswald Tower once stood, photo by Nick Sloff '92 A&A.

Then & Now: Oswald Tower, named for former university president John W. Oswald, was constructed in 1973 and demolished last summer, and the area was converted into green space. . #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #UniversityPark

Chalk Talk: Zac Mizell Learn how to execute a lineout from the men's rugby coach.

A well-executed lineout—a throw-in from out-of-bounds—can be a major advantage in rugby. Penn State men’s rugby coach Zac Mizell offers some insight into how his players perform lineouts & what they’re looking to accomplish: pennstatermag.com/sports/chalk... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #rugby

photo of a white sweatshirt with a female face and the words Renaissance House in black, courtesy

"Each year, someone on the [Renaissance Interest House] floor would design a logo & we’d have shirts printed up." Margaret Hack Merlino ’85 Bus shared the story of her Renaissance House sweatshirt for this issue's Item of Note. Share your unique item & story at itemofnote@psu.edu. #WeAre #PennStater

Two for the Show Hockey alums Brianna Brooks and Lyndie Lobdell are ready to make their mark in the PWHL.

Read about two of the players most responsible for the recent success of the Penn State women's hockey team & how they made history this summer by being the first two Nittany Lions drafted by the Professional Women’s Hockey League: pennstatermag.com/sports/two-s... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

illustration of two men playing water polo by Joel Kimmel

Penn State's men’s club water polo team has been competitive on the national stage, winning 12 Mid-Atlantic Division regional championships since 1998 & finishing in the top 10 in 8 of the last 9 national championships. Read more: pennstatermag.com/campus-life/... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

In Their Words: Deon Butler The former Nittany Lion receiver looks back on the stadium-shaking 2005 defeat of Ohio State.

"I remember the atmosphere just being pins and needles, like, this is going to be a showdown..." From lead-up to celebration, former Nittany Lion receiver Deon Butler ’08 Lib looks back on the 2005 Ohio State game: pennstatermag.com/sports/their... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #NittanyLions

Then & Now: In the first photo, Paul Heppner ’82 EMS delivers a weather report in the campus weather service studio in the early 1980s, while Fred Gadomski ’83 EMS works the camera. In the second, Gavin Sandel ’25 EMS delivers a full-color forecast in March 2025. #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Current students share favorite tailgating memories. Alums, what are yours? #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #NittanyLions #PSUHomecoming

Video by Penn Stater intern Sarah Grosch.

Meet magazine intern Sarah Grosch! If you can catch up with her, that is. Sarah is one busy senior, but manages to find time to create video content for the Penn Stater's social channels. We're glad to have her. #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

It's White Out Game day! What better time to reflect on your best tailgating memories? While you wait for kickoff, check out some alum memories from our Sept/Oct '25 issue and share yours. #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #PennStateAlums #NittanyLions #PennStateWhiteOut

Generational Player As baseball media goes, Tom Verducci might just be the best in the game. We asked the longtime Sports Illustrated writer and TV broadcaster about the state of the game and his path from coach’s son…

Few baseball writers know the game as well as Tom Verducci '82 Com. Read our Q&A with the 2024 Distinguished Alum on his path from coach's son and Penn State walk-on to arguably the most respected voice in baseball: pennstatermag.com/collections/... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStateAlums #PennStater

We Are! Weekend Kick off summer with fellow alumni at the annual blue-and-white celebration hosted by the Alumni Association.

It's We Are Weekend, when hundreds of Penn Staters from all different eras descend on University Park for the annual alumni reunion. Read more: pennstatermag.com/association-... #WeAre #PennStater #PennStateAlums #PennStaterMag

Nittany Lion Spotlight: Mady Volpe The senior softball pitcher talks about the mental game, mentoring aspiring players, and why she thrives on pressure.

Mady Volpe started playing softball when she was 8. She transferred to Penn State in her sophomore year to become part of its championship culture, & now, she has aspirations to become a pitching coach. Read more about her: pennstatermag.com/volpe #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #softball

Q&A: Margarita López-Uribe Margarita López-Uribe tags honeybees with QR codes to study their foraging behavior.

Last year, entomology professor Margarita López-Uribe & her team tagged 32,000 honeybees with QR codes in hopes of generating scientific evidence that can support changes in regulation for organic beekeeping. Read more: pennstatermag.com/faculty-expe... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Summer sessions begin this week, and our interns headed out to ask current students what their favorites have been during their time at University Park. Video by Steph Oliver and Sarah Grosch.

Alums, tell us about your summer session experiences. #WeAre #PennStateAlums #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Rec Collection From music superstars to national championships, commencement, THON, and chaotic class registration, Recreation Building has been the site of countless memories made over its nearly 100-year history.…

We asked alums to recount some of their fave moments in the iconic Rec Hall, site of nearly 100 years worth of memories. Read their tales of unforgettable concerts, sporting events with wild finishes, picking classes, graduating, & more: pennstatermag.com/rechall #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

One to Remember A memorable run in the expanded College Football Playoff field highlighted an inspired 2024 campaign.

Before Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren are drafted tonight and Penn State turns the page to the 2025 season with Saturday’s Blue-White Game, check out our recap of the Nittany Lions’ historic 2024 campaign: pennstatermag.com/sports/one-r... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #NittanyLions

Happy Earth Day!

There will be Earth Day/Earth Week celebrations today, April 22, at various campus locations, including Earth Day on the Student Farm, EcoAction Earthfest on the HUB lawn, & featured programming around the moon tree at the Arboretum. #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater #EarthDay2025

Club Hopping: Rifle Club Penn State's rifle club has been active for nearly 40 years.

Penn State's Rifle Club educates students about the fundamentals of shooting in a safe environment, and members are hopeful about the prospect of returning to interstate collegiate competitions. Read more: pennstatermag.com/campus-life/... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Two-page spread of "Back on Top" featuring photo of Nittany Lions on volleyball court by Penn State Athletics.

Led by a courageous, history-making head coach and clutch play in the biggest moments, the Nittany Lions reclaimed their place atop the women’s volleyball world in 2024, clinching the program’s eighth national championship: pennstatermag.com/sports/back-... #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Mag interns Steph Oliver and Sarah Grosch checked out three new food spots at University Park. Alums, what was your favorite place to grab a bite? #WeAre #PennStaterMag #PennStater

50 Years of THON From humble beginnings in the HUB Ballroom to the multimillion-dollar phenomenon it has become, THON alums take us through the evolution of the world’s largest student-run philanthropy.

It's THON weekend! Revisit our comprehensive history of the world's largest student-run philanthropy: https://buff.ly/3k05MVr #WeAre #PennStateAlums #PennStaterMag #PennStater #ForTheKids #THON2025

FAQ A quiz-show champ shares what he learned.

Which alum won one game of Jeopardy!, earning $10,200, and played in the Champions Wildcard postseason tournament? Answer: James Tyler ’04 Lib, and he shared with us what else he won besides cash: https://buff.ly/41mJEY7 #WeAre #PennStateAlums #PennStaterMag #PennStater

Love at Penn State From our Jan/Feb '18 issue: We asked you about love—how, when, and where you fell in love on campus. We wanted to know what sparked your love, how it grew, and whether it endured. You responded with…

The best love stories are Penn State love stories. In honor of Valentine's Day, revisit these tales of alums finding love on campus, from our Jan/Feb '18 issue, and share yours below: https://buff.ly/3UASCOA #WeAre #PennStateAlums #PennStaterMag #PennStater #ValentinesDay