By Melanie Lombardo  Being a Penn State student for four years has taught me that your study environment affects the quality of your work. The amount of energy you put into your work is how much you will get out of it. For some people, studying is like second nature. A study session orContinue reading "My Favorite Study Spots at Penn State"

By Savannah Grace Mathews We’re all busy. It’s extremely easy to make excuses for why we are not able to fit time into our days to exercise. In fact, less than 25% of adults meet the Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity. This may be because the direct benefits ofContinue reading "How Exercise Boosts Productivity"

By Janan Boljevic As the world gets more interconnected, so do its people. Especially in the United States, it is normal to encounter and learn about different ethnicities, religions, and people from around the globe. Here are some reasons why learning more than one language can significantly improve your daily life! It improves your attentionContinue reading "The Benefits of Learning a Second Language"

By Graham Haupt Technology has always had a major influence on storytelling methods and visual aesthetics in the film industry. From professional camera updates to improved screens for watching movies, technology plays a big role in the film industry. But in recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has completely changed the film industry, providing filmmakers withContinue reading "AI in the Film Industry"

By Emma Bannister Public speaking is an essential life skill that is used in all areas of work. Though public speaking may be intimidating at first, there are ways to prepare yourself before the presentation. Speaking in front of people alone was always a fear of mine. I never wanted to be cold-called in class,Continue reading "Public Speaking Tips"

By Evan Kern When surveyed on ethical standards, 92% of surveyed Americans rated advertising and public relations professionals as average or lower, according to Gallup’s 2023 poll. “Advertising practitioners,” as they were identified in the survey, ranked 20th out of 25 professions for ethical standards. This yearly survey asks the American public their opinions onContinue reading "What We Owe to Our Profession"

By Morgan Haynes Navigating life as a minority at Penn State, like at many universities in the United States, can be both a rewarding and challenging experience. Penn State is a predominantly white institution, with less than 5% including African Americans such as myself. It is essential to be prepared for the unique aspects ofContinue reading "Navigating Life as a Minority at Penn State"

By Julia Kramer We all hear buckets of advice while trying to get our career started in college, like:   “Get involved,” “go to office hours,” “make a plan,” “make a calendar.”  Such advice can be helpful, but either goes in one ear and out the other or it becomes overwhelming to think about all the thingsContinue reading "Career Advice I Wish I Listened To Earlier"

By Evan Kern In my first week of college, the professor for my first-year seminar gave me some advice which I think more freshmen should subscribe to: “Never be nervous to take up space in any setting, be it academic, professional or recreational.” I was not particularly involved in my last year of high school. IContinue reading "The Importance of Getting Involved as a Freshman"

By Christian Rood In today's fast-paced, interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of our lives. From personal connections to business interactions, social media platforms have revolutionized the way we communicate, share information, and build relationships. For companies, the impact of social media is profound. In this blog post, we will explore whyContinue reading "The Power of Social Media for Companies: Why It’s Essential"