Author Archives: gza5148

Taking COMM465 has taught me so much as I embark on a career in journalism. The class has shown be several skills that’ll be crucial to my success in the industry. When I first signed up to take the class, … Continue reading →

Here in Happy Valley, the semester is winding down, the weather is getting colder, and finals are quickly approaching. We’re currently at the time of year where seasonal depression, short for seasonal affective disorder, starts to affect people all over … Continue reading →

All across the United States, bridges link communities together and serve as a gateway of transportation for all commuters. On a smaller scale, bridges in Centre County, Pennsylvania are significant to the communities they bring together. Peter Kempf, senior civil … Continue reading →

The Axle: This week, I would want to do a story on how the return of in-person THON is going to impact Centre County and its residents. The Riders: I would want Centre County residents who have attended THON in the past … Continue reading →

The Axle: This week, I would want to do a story on how the change in weather is affecting Centre County golf courses, and also how they plan to go forward as it gets colder. The Riders: The best people to talk … Continue reading →

Yallah Taco has been a beloved downtown staple for many years in State College. Like many other downtown restaurants, the Mexican food joint struggled through the tough days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner Hitham Hiyajneh confirmed that his business took … Continue reading →

The Axle: For my story this week, I would want to do a story on the employee shortages in Campus Dining and not only how that’s affecting Penn State, but also Centre County as a whole. The Riders: The riders for … Continue reading →

The Axle: My story idea this week would be about flu shots in Centre County. With the emphasis being on COVID-19 vaccinations, I’m curious to see if flu shots are being overlooked, or if they’re still being administered at a … Continue reading →

The Axle: For my story this week, I would like to talk about how this upcoming Parents Weekend impacts the Centre County economy. The Riders: I think the best people to speak to for this story are Centre County restaurant owners and … Continue reading →

I learned a ton while while working on this project. The group of Charles, Jordan, and myself definitely went through some ups and downs throughout the process, but in the end, I think we ended up doing a pretty good … Continue reading →