For the second year in a row, Penn State Altoona Athletics and its Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is participating in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference’s “SAAC for Socks” campaign to collect winter clothing items for the needy during this cold time of year. Penn State Altoona Athletics and its SAAC representatives will be collecting socks, hats, … Continue reading Socks Needed!
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OPINION: Remember the words of the Penn State Alma Mater
By Connor Donohue OPINION A federal lawsuit was filed Jan. 13 against Penn State’s head football coach James Franklin and current defensive lineman Damion Barber. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Isaiah Humphries, a former Nittany Lion safety who transferred to the University of California after spending one year with the Nittany Lions. In … Continue reading OPINION: Remember the words of the Penn State Alma Mater
Women’s Basketball Rallies, But Loses 78-77 to Behrend
Penn State Altoona women’s basketball overcame a second half deficit during Saturday afternoon’s Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference game in the Adler Arena, but the Lady Lions were still ultimately defeated by one point, as Penn State Behrend escaped with a 78-77 win. Despite trailing for most of the game, Penn State Altoona (8-5, 6-3 AMCC) … Continue reading Women’s Basketball Rallies, But Loses 78-77 to Behrend
Avoid the cold and flu … follow these simple steps
Let’s face it…cold, stress, poor nutrition, lack of exercise….did I mention COLD…..these are all things that can hinder our immune system. With old man winter threatening us this coming weekend, there are things that you can do to boost your immune system. Wash your hands Get a flu shot (it is not too late) Exercise … Continue reading Avoid the cold and flu … follow these simple steps
Penn State Altoona to host MLK Jr. activities
Penn State Altoona will host activities during the week of Jan. 20 to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. A reflection luncheon and conversation will take place Monday, Jan. 20 at noon in the Slep Student Center. Attendees will hear about forms of protest used by King, then break into small groups to discuss current … Continue reading Penn State Altoona to host MLK Jr. activities
Lady Lions Upended by Hilbert
Penn State Altoona women’s basketball had its five-game winning streak halted on Wednesday afternoon, as the Lady Lions suffered an 83-74 loss to Hilbert College in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference Game of the Week at the Hafner Recreation Center. Penn State Altoona (7-4, 5-2 AMCC) held a lead in the fourth quarter, but Hilbert … Continue reading Lady Lions Upended by Hilbert
Penn State Altoona to hold eighth annual Winter Plunge event
Take the plunge with Penn State Altoona and raise funds to support our students. On January 25, participants in the Penn State Altoona Alumni Society’s eighth annual Winter Plunge will test their tolerance for cold conditions in a fundraiser for the college’s Ivyside Eats food pantry, which offers non-perishable items to students facing food insecurity. … Continue reading Penn State Altoona to hold eighth annual Winter Plunge event
Penn State Altoona announces 2020 African American Read-In events
The annual African American Read-In at Penn State Altoona will take place Feb. 16–17, 2020. This year’s theme is Black Theatre through a Black Lens, celebrating the African American dramatic literary tradition—its themes, forms, and playwrights—from slavery times through the first two decades of the 21st century. Events begin Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2:30 p.m. … Continue reading Penn State Altoona announces 2020 African American Read-In events
Lady Lions Defeat Medaille for Fifth Straight Win
A balanced effort on Saturday helped the Penn State Altoona women’s basketball team reel off its fifth win in a row, as the Lady Lions secured an 89-67 victory over Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference opponent Medaille College in the Sullivan Center. In its first game since December 14, Penn State Altoona (7-3, 5-1 AMCC) had … Continue reading Lady Lions Defeat Medaille for Fifth Straight Win
Hard Freight Fall 2019 Now Available
The Hard Freight staff is excited to share the Fall ’19 edition of the campus literary and arts magazine with the campus community. Visit https://sites.psu.edu/hardfreightfall2019/ to read excellent short stories, poems, and artwork created by students on PSU Altoona campus. There is even a special section dedicated to visual poetry this semester. The Hard Freight staff … Continue reading Hard Freight Fall 2019 Now Available