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Becoming a Nittany Lion is a very exciting and monumental experience for a freshman in college. As a freshman you set out to do all these things to really gain the Penn State experience, but if you’re like me, life got the best of everything you wanted to do. Now you’re a senior and haven’t done any of those things. Before you take a cap and gown, here’s a checklist of things you need to do.

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Everything from hiking to football!

Eat at the Corner Room

The Corner Room has been a Penn State staple for nearly 100 years. Decades of Penn State students have worked and eaten at the Corner Room to make it a Penn State tradition. If the walls could talk, they would tell you to “Meet me at the corner!”

Capture a photo at the Nittany Lion Shrine

As a Penn Stater, we have the opportunity to take a picture at the Nittany Lion Shrine whenever we want. If you’re not the type to wait in long lines, take the opportunity to still get your picture. You won’t regret it!

Go Inside Old Main

Everyone knows what it is, but do we know what’s in there? Go find out! You might be surprised.

Drink at Every Bar in State College

On your 21st birthday, Phyrst is where you start your journey. Champs, Lions Den, the Gaff all have different vibes that need to be experienced. A lot of the bars have their own traditions! Find out what they are and start your own bar crawl.

Take a Selfie with the Nittany Lion

Getting a selfie with the Nittany Lion is challenging, but it’s possible. The Nittany Lion is everywhere, you just need to find him!

Attend a Penn State Football Game

You need to do the full sha-bang! Wake up and tailgate. Put on your best Penn State spirited outfit and make your way to the tailgate fields. Play cornhole or stump with your friends!

Eat ice cream at the Berkey Creamery

Did you know Ben and Jerry worked there? Their flavors were actually inspired by the Berkey Creamery flavors! Find out what your favorite flavor is and become a regular at Berkey Creamery.

Skate at the Pegula

Even if you hurt yourself it’s okay! You at least could say “I broke my ankle skating at the Pegula.”

Dance at THON

THON is one of Penn State’s well-known traditions. In nearly 50 years, Penn State has joined the fight against Pediatric Cancer. Be one of the Nittany Lions who join the 46-hour Dance Marathon and bring a smile to our Four-Diamond Families.

Hike Mt. Nittany

The hike is no joke, but reaching the top is rewarding! You get a whole view of State College and a perfect picture with all of Penn State’s landmarks.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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