• Why the Oscars Need More Representation and Diversity

    Rey Schaffner Contributing Writer rls6117@psu.edu The Oscars is entering its 96th year of awarding the best of the best when it comes to the film industry, both live action and animation alike. Aside from the big name movies that have released in the year, they also give admiration towards short films, too. However, there has…

  • Voice Actors/Actresses Need to be Recognized at the Oscars

    Rey Schaffner Contributing Writer rls6117@psu.edu The Oscar’s celebrate the best of the best in the film industry, such as best actor, best supporting actor, but what about the voice actors? It seems that the Oscar’s look at the best actors and actresses, along with supporting actors and actresses. However, voice actors and actresses get no…

  • The Oscars Just Proved the Entire Point of ‘Barbie’

    Charlie Garner Opinion Editor avg6206@psu.edu   With the Oscar nominations being announced, lots of people have a few choice words to say about them… and that includes me. Although there are some nominations I am happy with, I feel like the Oscars really missed the mark with a lot as well.  The Oscars especially threw…

  • Celebrity Obsessions: Josh Hutcherson Edition

    Madison Meeks Editor-in-chief mvm7037@psu.edu   Josh Hutcherson is an American actor who was born on October 12, 1992. He started his acting career in the early 2000s in which he appeared in minor film roles before gaining fame in his teenage years. He starred in several films including “Little Manhattan,” “Bridge to Terabithia,” “Journey to…

  • Penn State Behrend Women’s Basketball Secures Regular-Season Sweep Over Pitt-Greensburg with 88-73 Victory

    Harrison Lilley Photo Editor hjl5363@psu.edu ERIE, Pa. – In a thrilling encounter within the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference (AMCC), the Penn State Behrend women’s basketball team clinched a decisive 88-73 victory over Pitt-Greensburg, completing the regular-season sweep on Saturday, January 20. The Lions asserted their dominance with key performances that showcased their prowess on the…

  • Penn State Behrend Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Alfred State with Altavilla and Majewski’s Career-High Performances

    Harrison Lilley Photo Editor hjl5363@psu.edu ALFRED, NY – In a thrilling Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference (AMCC) showdown on Wednesday, January 17, the Penn State Behrend women’s basketball team secured a hard-fought victory against Alfred State, with standout performances from Morgan Altavilla and Rachel Majewski. The final score reflected the Lions’ dominance, with Penn State Behrend…

  • Penn State Behrend Women’s Swimming and Diving Team Faces Defeat Against Grove City on Senior Day

    Harrison Lilley Photo Editor hjl5363@psu.edu Erie, Pa. – In a competitive matchup at the Junker Center Pool on Saturday, January 13, the Penn State Behrend women’s swimming and diving team experienced a setback on Senior Day, succumbing to Grove City with a final score of 186-110. The atmosphere was charged with both celebration and determination…

  • Penn State Behrend Wrestling Dominates AMCC Quad Meet

    Harrison Lilley Photo Editor hjl5363@psu.edu HIRAM, Ohio – The Penn State Behrend wrestling team showcased a powerful performance at the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference (AMCC) Quad Meet hosted by Hiram on the afternoon of Saturday, January 13, securing two convincing victories. In the opening match, the Lions faced a tough challenge against Alfred St., ultimately…

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