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Listening with the Beacon: Five Seconds Flat: A Concept Album to Remember
Alec Guarino Contributing Writer arg6267@psu.edu Concept albums are usually either hit or miss, and “five seconds flat” by Lizzy McAlpine was a big hit among indie fans. For her second full-length studio album, Lizzy experimented with her production more, collaborating with unique producers and artists such as Jacob Collier, FINNEAS, Ben Kessler, and Laura Elliot.…
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Reading with the Beacon: “Bridge to Terabithia”
Madison Meeks Editor-in-chief mvm7037@psu.edu Do you want to read a novel from your childhood? Then read “Bridge to Terabithia” by Katherine Paterson. This book is about fifth grader Jesse Aarons and his friendship with his new neighbor, Leslie Burke. The two characters come from different backgrounds and have different personalities. Jesse, who is from…
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Experience the 2024 Solar Eclipse in Erie, PA
Mackenzie Warren Contributing Writer maw6647@psu.edu Erie, PA – Erie is one of the major cities in Pennsylvania to be in the total path of this year’s solar eclipse, expecting 56,000 – 200,000 visitors. The eclipse is April 8, 2024, and will take place from 3:16 to 3:20 p.m. “During those 4 minutes, Erie will…
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Parasitic worm species thrives in the global temperature increase
Eva Buto evie@psu.edu Science Editor Parasitic worms, specifically helminths, have been an issue for farmers and ranchers for several years as a major cause of death in livestock. As well as wreaking havoc and both wild and captive animals, they also affect humans. The helminth group of parasites are responsible for diseases including ascariasis…
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Total Solar Eclipses: Why We Should Be Excited
Samhi C. skc5098@psu.edu Features Editor What is a Solar Eclipse? If you are like me, in spite of having heard the words “Solar Eclipse” on repeat for the last couple of months, you might not know exactly what all the fuss is about. A solar eclipse occurs when our Moon passes between the Earth…
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Erie Coast Guard and First Responders Execute Two Water Rescues Amidst Harsh Weather Conditions
Kade Callander Contributing Writer kqc5762@psu.edu Lake Erie, renowned for its treacherous conditions, was the location of the U.S. Coast Guard and local first responders on the morning of February 28th. The lake, notorious for swift currents, freezing temperatures, and substantial waves, took a severe turn as wind speeds reached over 43 knots, making the…
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How Does a Non-Native English Speaker Use English in America?
Tianyi Xu Contributing Writer tmx5027@psu.edu As an international student, whose English is not my first language, it is my second year in Penn State Behrend. From these two years of experience, I feel many native speakers in the college aren’t sure of my exact English level, which might cause potential communication problems. Sometimes, I…
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Behrend Anime Club Not as Active as when the 2023-2024 School Year Started
Alyssa Hopple ajh7039@psu.edu Contributing Writer The Behrend Anime Club has not been as active as it once was when hundreds of professors began instructing their respective students throughout Penn State Behrend in the 2023-2024 school year. At the beginning of the Fall 2023 semester, members would go to a set destination on campus every week…
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