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USC Legend Tells Lincoln Riley "It just Ain't Working Out" as He Calls for "Tough Decisions" at His Alma Mater
Lincoln Riley is running out of excuses, and USC is running out of patience. Just a week after showing promise against Penn State, the Trojans embarrassed themselves in a 24-7 loss to Wisconsin, exposing an offense that looked completely lost.
Who Did It? ‘Clue’ National Tour Brings Murder-Mystery Comedy to Penn State
Was it Professor Plum? Mrs. Peacock? Maybe Colonel Mustard? Penn State audiences can try to solve the mystery for themselves when the touring stage
Penn State men's basketball player profile: Jay Rodgers, Guard
Penn State basketball is getting ready to take the court once again, so here’s a look at new guard Jay Rodgers.
The People’s Morning Show brings “Name That Tune” to patients as Pay 4 Play celebrates 20 years
Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital celebrated 20 years of Pay 4 Play with a lively Name That Tune game for patients, hosted by Nipsey and Vince of The People’…
Penn State Health notifies public of potential measles exposures in Hershey and Lancaster
Penn State Health is notifying the public of a potential measles exposure at Lancaster Medical Center and Golisano Children’s Hospital in Hershey.
Free screening of 'Arrival' with expert panel to be held Nov. 4 at State Theatre
The Penn State Eberly College of Science and Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics will host a free screening of the 2016 film "Arrival" at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the State Theatre in downtown State College as part of the college’s Science Matters Spotlight Sessions and Friedman Lectures in Astronomy and Astrophysics.
Reviewing the Most Impactful Penn State Transfer Portal Departures
Penn State experienced a tumultuous 2026 offense. It was a carousel wash of players and coaches shuffling in and out of the Latsch Building, with 40 transfers entering and 47 transfers exiting. At 3-4 overall and 0-4 in Big Ten play, Penn State seems to be on the short end of the transfer portal transactions. …
Fall Sports Update: Women’s Volleyball Splits In California
Women’s Volleyball (13-5) Women’s volleyball dropped a five-set heartbreaker to UCLA but rebounded with an easy 3-0 sweep of USC. Kennedy Martin had just 10 kills in the win over USC, and as a team Penn State had just 40 kills in three sets, but the defense rolled up nine blocks and held USC to […]
The Crooks family business is volleyball excellence
Wesleyan Christian Academy's Nejari Crooks is heralded as a 5-star volleyball prospect committed to Penn State. Her coaches at WCA are her own parents, each of which have their own storied history with the game of volleyball.
Statistician Susan Murphy to present 2026 Chemerda Lectures in Science Nov. 4, 5
Susan Murphy, Mallinckrodt Professor of Statistics and of Computer Science, and associate faculty in the Kempner Institute for the Study of Natural and Artificial Intelligence at Harvard University, will present the 2026 John M. Chemerda Lectures in Science on Nov. 4 and 5 at Penn State University Park. The free public lectures are sponsored by the Penn State Eberly College of Science.
Environmental engineers awarded $2.4M to study how abandoned wells impact health
A multi-institutional team of researchers, led by an engineer from Penn State, has been awarded a five-year, $2.4 million grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Energy to study the impacts that orphaned natural gas wells might have on the surrounding environment or communities.
From Penn State teammates to business partners, the Clifford brothers’ paths continue
Growing up playing football, Liam Clifford never thought he’d follow his older brother, Sean, to Penn State. Sean had arrived in Happy Valley in 2017, and Liam wanted to carve
Penn State, Matt Campbell Given Horrific Midseason Grade
A disastrous transition from James Franklin has left the winless-in-conference Nittany Lions facing a failing grade and a desperate fight for bowl eligibility under new leadership.
Huck lecture series to feature bioengineering, environmental toxicology experts
The Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences will welcome two leading researchers to Penn State this fall as part of its Distinguished Lectures in Life Science series, with talks covering advances in regenerative medicine and the emerging science of nanoplastics exposure.
The Medical Minute: The link between obesity and breast cancer recurrence
For breast cancer survivors, managing obesity may do more than improve overall health. A Penn State Health bariatric surgeon explains how it can help lower the risk of cancer recurrence.
Jake Hendrick participates at PIAA Individual Championships
North Allegheny boys golfer Jake Hendrick traveled to Penn State University to take part in the PIAA Individual Championships on Monday and Tuesday. Hendrick finished the two days tied for 17th place. On Monday, Hendrick shot a 36 on the front and back nine to finish the day with an even par 72. On Tuesday, after a… More »
Penn State's Matt Campbell is Loyal, But Maybe Too Loyal
He'll have to figure that out in the future.
Insider Reveals Michigan’s Starting QB vs. Indiana
Michigan is reportedly expected to start Tommy Carr over Bryce Underwood against Indiana after the freshman sparked a comeback win over Penn State.
Michigan set to start Tommy Carr vs. Indiana after he took over for Bryce Underwood in second half of win over Penn State
Penn State expected to miss Bowl Games by multiple outlets
Penn State was nearly a consensus College Football Playoff pick earlier this year, and now they are expected to miss out on Bowl Games.
Gravity & Other Myths Bringing Acrobatics Show to Eisenhower Auditorium
An Australian physical theater troupe will bring a performance built around acrobatics, repetition and the pursuit of mastery to Penn State next
'A Matter-Of-Fact Business': Matt Campbell Doubles Down On Penn State Football's Approach To Playing Time
"For so many of the guys that are playing, there's videotape evidence of why they've earned the right to be on the football field playing for us right now."
Six Penn State Health locations to offer safe medication disposal on National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
As part of a nationwide drug take-back effort, Penn State Health and local police departments will offer medication disposal sites across central Pennsylvania on Saturday, Oct. 24.
In memoriam: Frank M. Ahern, teaching professor emeritus of biobehavioral health
The College of Health and Human Development is saddened to share the news that Frank Ahern, teaching professor emeritus of biobehavioral health, passed away last month. Ahern came to Penn State in 1983 as a senior research associate in the Department of Health Policy and Administration and went on to co-found the Department of Biobehavioral Health in 1991.
Michigan Rallies Past Penn State 21-18 Behind Tommy Carr
Wolverines Overcome First Half Struggles to Secure Crucial Big Ten Victory The Michigan Wolverines rallied from a disappointing first half to defeat the Penn State Nittany Lions 21-18 on Saturday at Michigan Stadium. Michigan turned to freshman quarterback Tommy Carr after halftime, and the change helped spark a second half comeback that gave head coach…
Fans predict Michigan won’t cover vs Penn State
Will Michigan cover vs. Penn State? Here’s how fans voted.
'The Wiz' Eases on Down the Road to Eisenhower Auditorium
The hit Broadway musical “The Wiz” will bring its reimagining of “The Wizard of Oz” to Penn State next week, featuring performers from “American Idol” and
National 2D materials research hub names new director
Stephanie Law, associate professor of materials science and engineering at Penn State, has been named director and principal investigator of the Two-Dimensional Crystal Consortium-Materials Innovation Platform, a U.S. National Science Foundation-supported national user facility within Penn State’s Materials Research Institute.
What Impresses Titans the Most About RB Nick Singleton
Coach Randy Jordan reveals why the Penn State rookie’s explosive physical tools offer a high-upside solution as Tennessee navigates looming contract decisions for its veteran backfield.
What I Want To See From Penn State At Michigan
They don’t usually win there, but…
Heike Pfau receives 2026 National Science Foundation CAREER Award
Heike Pfau, assistant professor of physics at Penn State, has been honored with a Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) award from the U.S. National Science Foundation.
Penn State Altoona political science professor publishes new book
A new book by Daniel DiLeo, associate professor of political science at Penn State Altoona, was released by Bloomsbury Press earlier this month.
Big Ten Preview: Week 7
There’s a headline game in the Big Ten this weekend…and some other games, too. FRIDAY NIGHT Washington (3-3, 0-3) at Purdue (3-3, 2-1), 8 p.m. on FOX Details: Who is the more surprising 0-3 Big Ten team? Washington or Penn State? Well, the Huskies travel west to take on a Purdue team that suddenly has […]
What did the Liberty Bell sound like? Science is on the case.
Researchers hunted for clues in modal analysis of 20th-century replica bell at Penn State Behrend.
Fall Sports Update: Volleyball Gets Back On Track
Women’s Volleyball (12-4) The women’s volleyball team swept both Northwestern and Washington to improve to 12-4 on the season. Penn State’s win over Washington was the team’s second against a ranked opponent. The Nittany Lions held the Huskies to just .113 hitting percentage, and Kennedy Martin rolled up a team-high 14 kills and four blocks. […]
3 bold predictions for Michigan Football vs Penn State
Michigan Football is back in action this weekend to take on Penn State. Here are 3 bold predictions for the matchup:
Penn State's Matt Campbell Delivers Strong Message to Recruits
Head coach Matt Campbell has a bold message for recruits on what Penn State is like compared to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Texas Longhorns.
Penn State's Micah Parsons Gets Health Update Ahead of Cowboys Game
More time is needed for the ex-PSU superstar.
Penn State's Micah Parsons Gets Health Update Ahead of Cowboys Game
More time is needed for the ex-PSU superstar.
The Medical Minute: 10 health tips for parents during cold and flu season
As the cold weather approaches, it’s important to protect your family from the flu, COVID-19 and RSV. A Penn State Health pediatrician shares some simple tips to help keep everyone healthy.
This Week In Happy Valley: White Out Struggles
Penn State’s pass rush underwhelmed again in Saturday’s loss to USC. Bob Chesney’s instant success at UCLA has been hard for Penn State fans to ignore. Matt Campbell’s game management struggled on Saturday night. Where Saturday’s loss ranks as one of the highest-attended football games ever. The men’s hockey team will play at PPG Paints […]
Whittingham Won’t Name Michigan’s New Punt Returner
Whittingham confirmed a new Michigan punt returner against Penn State but would not name the replacement. #GoBlue
Penn State Altoona hosts Smeal College of Business visit Oct. 20
Representatives from Penn State’s Smeal College of Business will visit Penn State Altoona on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Pond View Lounge of the Slep Student Center.
College of Medicine welcomes Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence in public health sciences
Penn State College of Medicine welcomes Adane Kebede Tesega, PhD, as a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence for the current academic year.
Penn State plummets on latest Football Power Index
ESPN’s Football Power Index gives Penn State a 0% chance to win the Big Ten and to make the College Football Playoff.
Penn State Forum Speaker Series hosts AI business strategist Jeff Sundheim Nov. 16
The Penn State Forum Speaker Series 2026 lineup continues with Jeff Sundheim, artificial intelligence business strategist at Tela Strategies and a 1983 Penn State alumnus, on Monday, Nov. 16, at the Penn Stater.
Whittingham Pulls Andrew Marsh From Punt Returns, Cites Injury
Kyle Whittingham is making a punt return change before Penn State, and injury is part of why. #GoBlue
Novel material’s magnetism could improve electronics’ speed, efficiency
A material thinner than a human hair may foster faster computing devices that demand less energy and store more data, according to a multi-institutional team led by researchers in the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences.
Six College of Medicine students headed to national AMA Research Challenge
Six Penn State College of Medicine students have advanced to the 2026 American Medical Association Research Challenge.
Here are the results of an independent look at the financial health of Lancaster County\'s hospitals
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center’s financial status improved considerably from 2024 to 2025, during which time it shaved off almost $40 million of its operating deficit, according to an
Penn State Health names Leslyn Williamson interim chief nursing executive
Penn State Health has named veteran health care leader Leslyn Williamson as interim chief nursing executive, expanding her leadership responsibilities to include nursing strategy and oversight across…
Penn State, Pa. Dept. of Ag say Animal Diagnostic Lab expansion will protect farming, public health
Penn State broke ground on a $65 million expansion of its Animal Diagnostic Lab Monday, a project Pennsylvania's secretary of agriculture said will help the state continue to protect farming and public health.
Key stats that contributed to Penn State’s loss to USC
Penn State couldn’t get a win against USC on Saturday night, but the offense finally looked like a professional unit again.
Players of the game for Penn State vs. USC
Despite a loss to USC, Andrew Rappleyea and Tony Rojas stood out as key performers for the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Live updates, Penn State vs. USC: Score, highlights, news, analysis
Penn State hosts USC for the annual whiteout game in Beaver Stadium.
TST Best Bets: October 10, 2026
Two unbeaten SEC heavyweights meet in Tuscaloosa on Saturday night, as Georgia visits Alabama with both teams looking to take control of the conference race. After splitting their meetings last season, the Bulldogs and Crimson Tide have another chance to make an early statement in the national title chase.Meanwhile, USC heads to Happy Valley for Penn State’s White Out game. The Trojans are looking to build on last week’s comeback win over Washington, while the Nittany Lions need a response after
Two 4-H State Council members begin next chapter at Penn State
Two members of the 2026 Pennsylvania 4-H State Council are attending Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences this fall as first-year students.
Project ECHO helps primary care providers tackle treatment-resistant depression
Project ECHO at Penn State College of Medicine and the National Network of Depression Centers are launching a no-cost, virtual MBC training series to address treatment-resistant depression.
Heading to Penn State for a football game? What to do, eat, drink and see in State College
A sampling of things to do (and eat) if you're visiting State College, Pa., for a Penn State football game or sporting event.
What We’ve Learned From Penn State’s First Five Games
Penn State's 2026 season isn't off to the start many fans had hoped for. New head coach Matt Campbell had his team at 3-0 after a weak non-conference schedule against Marshall, Temple, and Buffalo, but the Nittany Lions are now 0-2 in Big Ten play. The weaknesses of this Penn State team have been exposed …
‘The Price Is Right Live’ Returning to Bryce Jordan Center
“The Price Is Right Live” is coming back to Penn State’s Bryce Jordan Center next spring, giving State College-area fans another chance to “come on down”
What We Learned About College Football in Week 5
The Big Ten’s Cluster of Disappointment Heading into the season, USC, Washington, Michigan and Penn State were all expected to compete for a playoff berth. It’s not looking promising for any of those teams. Washington looked sluggish in non-conference play before starting 0-2 in the Big Ten while being riddled with injuries. Penn State and […]
Matt Campbell’s Transfer Plan Fails As Penn State Stumbles
Penn State's Matt Campbell relied on Iowa State transfers to fix the roster. The plan backfired, leaving the team winless in the Big Ten after a shocking loss to Northwestern.
Penn State offense trying to regroup vs. struggling USC defense
Penn State is facing a USC defense that gives up a ton of points, but they still won’t be an easy opponent.
Who should be Michigan’s starting quarterback vs. Penn State?
Underwood or Carr? Who should be Michigan’s QB1 vs. Penn State?
Saquon Barkley Injury Update: Eagles RB’s Hamstring Timeline Revealed
Saquon Barkley suffered a hamstring injury against the Los Angeles Rams, and it could be a few weeks before we see the superstar running back on the field. Originally entering the league as the second-overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, the Penn State product hit the ground running, recording 1,307 yards and 11 touchdowns …
Northwestern Linebacker Named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week
Northwestern captain Braydon Brus earned Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording nine tackles, a sack and his first career interception in the Wildcats’ 34-13 win over Penn State.
Catalytic confessions and a quest for Matt Damon: PodCAT puts science on mic
PodCAT, hosted by researchers from Rice, the University of Rochester and Penn State University, is a podcast devoted to the science of catalysis, academic careers and the surprisingly personal stories of the researchers themselves.
Where Penn State ranks on ESPN’s updated Football Power Index
Penn State’s second straight loss saw the program fall off the US LBM Coaches Poll, and now the team is tumbling down the Football Power Index.
Penn State College Of Health & Human Development Launches New Public Health Major
The new major will prepare students for global health challenges, preventative measures, and more.
Matt Campbell Admits Penn State Hasn't Met Its Standard
The Nittany Lions have been far from it.
Penn State's Matt Campbell Needs to Go Back to Nittany Lions Old Ways
Being tough will get Penn State back to its roots.
College of Ag Sciences clubs get philanthropy boost from visiting ag company
Three clubs in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences got a recent boost from a new donation from Pivot Bio, a company specializing in products that optimize crop production through specific nitrogen delivery.
ACC Coach Takes Shot at Penn State for Preseason Bias
Pat Narduzzi slams the Nittany Lions' unearned ranking, fueling the fiery debate over Big Ten favoritism and the flawed system of awarding prestige before kickoff.
Northwestern Projected to Make College Football Playoff in Early Prediction
Northwestern is projected as the No. 10 seed in an early College Football Playoff bracket after the Wildcats’ dominant 34-13 win over Penn State.
Penn State students win award for connecting health and environment through play
A series of games developed by a team of interdisciplinary Penn State students to help children in Iquitos, Peru, learn about the connections between human, animal and environmental health was recognized with a national American Society of Landscape Architects award.
First-year food science students compete in product development
UNIVERSITY PARK — “Yam Bam” and “Boocha Boost” may not be household food names, but they represent the kind of innovation students in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences are
Northwestern’s Top PFF Grades Highlight Dominant Win Over Penn State
Northwestern received impressive PFF grades on both sides of the ball after its 34-13 win over Penn State, led by Joseph Himon II, Caleb Komolafe and several defensive standouts
Penn State Demolished by Northwestern: Post-Game Link Dump
Rocco Becht needs to play better if Penn State is going to turn its season around. The Nittany Lions are searching for answers after its second consecutive loss to open Big Ten play. Northwestern didn’t just beat Penn State – they piled on as they racked up over 400 rushing yards. Penn State was out-physicaled […]
Penn State Opens as Underdog Against USC
Penn State has opened as an underdog for the first time in the 2026 season. Following back-to-back loses to begin Big Ten play, the Nittany Lions will be a 1.5-point home underdog when they face USC on Saturday. Despite the game being the annual White Out, the oddsmakers are still not confident in Penn State’s […]
Nebraska volleyball notches its 12th sweep of the season against Maryland
Over a thousand miles away from Lincoln, the No. 1 Husker volleyball team beat the Maryland Terrapins in their home arena in three sets (25-13, 25-20, 25-15) on Saturday, the same day as Nebraska’s football team beat Maryland 49-23. Sophomore setter Campbell Flynn started the game for senior Bergen Reilly for precautionary reasons, following an ankle sprain during the match against Penn State.
Penn State facing glaring issues after back-to-back losses
EVANSTON, Ill. (WHTM) — It is next to impossible to pin Penn State’s loss to Northwestern on just one thing, but here are three glaring issues following the Nittany Lions’ back-to-back losses this season. The run game only produced 48 yards, the run defense gave up 418, and head coach Matt Campbell says his program […]
Wisconsin football vs. Michigan State: Live updates, stats, score
Fresh off a ranked win at Penn State, the Wisconsin Badgers return to Madison for homecoming against Michigan State.
Penn State's loss to Northwestern is season-altering
Penn State's loss to Northwestern ultimately puts Penn State in a steep uphill climb with two months to go in the football season.
Northwestern Running Game Explodes for 413 Yards Against Penn State
Caleb Komolafe and Joseph Himon II each surpassed 150 rushing yards as Northwestern piled up 415 yards on the ground in a dominant 34-13 win over Penn State.
Penn State's top players in brutal loss to Northwestern
Penn State players Chase Sowell and Kooper Ebel stood out during a disappointing 34-13 loss to the Wildcats.
Yikes: Northwestern 34, Penn State 13
I could give you a play-by-play or a drive-by-drive breakdown of tonight, but what use would it be? This game was a total ass kicking, one that Penn State hasn’t felt in quite some time. And it wasn’t at the hands of Ohio State or Michigan or Oregon or USC — it was Northwestern. Penn […]
Penn State exposed? Winners and losers from Northwestern's stunning rout
Northwestern's New Ryan Field opened in style as the Wildcats crushed Penn State, exposing major concerns for Matt Campbell's team.
$1M DOE grant to explore three elements in used nuclear fuel
Supported by $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Nuclear Energy University Program, a team of Penn State materials science researchers will investigate how certain elements — samarium, europium and tellurium — behave in molten salt-based nuclear fuel recycling systems.
Penn State vs. Northwestern: Four Keys to Victory
Penn State vs. Northwestern faces off in a rare primetime matchup on Friday night. The Nittany Lions will look to bounce back after last week's 24-20 defeat to Wisconsin. The loss was ugly. The offense struggled to move the ball, and the defense collapsed in the fourth quarter. It was uncharacteristic of a Penn State …
Penn State football looks to rebound against Northwestern
(WHTM) – A loss to unranked Wisconsin has the Nittany Lions outside the AP Top 25 going into a short-week road game. The first loss of the Matt Campbell era came after the Badgers erased a 17-point Penn State lead and scored 14 unanswered points in the final four minutes of the Nittany Lions’ Homecoming […]
Former Penn State Star Cornerback Involved in Major NFL Move
The Pittsburgh Steelers traded former Penn State star Joey Porter Jr.
Northwestern Game-Planning Heavily for Penn State's Rocco Becht
They need to be ready.
Freeport girls volleyball taking care of business through 1st half of season
The nearly two dozen members of the Freeport varsity and junior varsity girls volleyball teams attended a summer camp at Penn State. Fifteen top schools from all over the region were there and provided standout competition over three days. At the end of the camp, a playoff was held to