/r/statecollege

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A subreddit for the citizens of State College, and the Students at Penn State.

State College is a home rule municipality in Centre County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the largest designated borough in Pennsylvania. It is the principal borough of the six municipalities that make up the State College Metropolitan Statistical Area, the largest settlement in Centre County and one of the principal cities of the greater State College-DuBois Combined Statistical Area with a combined population of 236,577 as of the 2010 United States Census. In the 2010 census, the borough population was 42,034 with approximately 105,000 living in the borough plus the surrounding townships often referred to locally as the "Centre Region." Many of these Centre Region communities also carry a "State College, PA" address although are not part of the borough of State College.

State College is a college town, dominated economically and demographically by the presence of the University Park campus of the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State). In 2013, State College was ranked as the third-safest metropolitan area in the United States by the CQ Press. In 2016, State College was ranked the 8th best college town in the nation by Best College Reviews.


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Other subreddits of interest:

  • /r/PennState

  • /r/TheB1G/

  • /r/Pennsylvania/

  • /r/PennStateHousing/

  • /r/Pennsylvania_Politics

  • /r/WeArePennState/

  • /r/Pittsburgh

  • /r/Philadelphia

  • r/PAguns

  • /r/Harrisburg

  • /r/centralpa


  • /r/statecollege

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    Any Local Business Owners or Entrepreneurs in State College? Let’s Connect!

    Hey everyone!

    I’m new to State College—moved here recently to help my wife settle in as she starts her master’s program at Penn State.

    A little about me: I’ve been a tech entrepreneur for over 12 years, and built multiple 7-figure businesses. My focus has been on online marketing and growth—things like market positioning, pricing strategies, funnel building, and customer acquisition (inbound and outbound).

    I’m working on a new project now, but since I have a bit of extra time, I thought I’d see if there are any fellow entrepreneurs around here.

    If you’re a local business owner, tech entrepreneur, or building an online presence—whether it’s an eCommerce, a SaaS product, an agency or a local service—I’d love to connect.

    I’m looking to meet some like-minded folks, chat about ideas, and hopefully get involved in the local community of creators and builders.

    If that sounds good, feel free to comment or send me a DM!

    Looking forward to connecting with some of you.

    Thank you!

    14 Comments
    2024/11/09
    01:04 UTC

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    Looking to hire a handy person

    Hi! Does anyone have recommendations for a handy person? I am looking for someone who can install dimmer switches, install curtain rods, and hang a tricky mirror in my new home in Pleasant Gap. It’s surprisingly hard to find someone who does this locally. Thanks for your help!

    7 Comments
    2024/11/08
    19:26 UTC

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    We rank better than Madison!

    41 Comments
    2024/11/08
    12:52 UTC

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    What’s up with the counting in Centre County?

    Wasn’t sure if it’s understaffed or what, but this stats guy I was watching showed it only 82% in at 1am.

    They have one old lady working on the mail in backlog???

    Was hoping someone knew someone who knew why they’re so slow.

    6 Comments
    2024/11/06
    06:25 UTC

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    Question about all the extra people inside the polling locations

    I just got back from voting in our township, and all the usual folks were at the tables checking us in and giving us our ballots. But there was a person standing right behind the table taking notes on everything going on, and she was wearing a lanyard with an official-looking plastic badge that said "voter protection". Is this something real, or is this some attempt at intimidation by a self-appointed poll watcher?

    25 Comments
    2024/11/05
    14:50 UTC

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    Voting Location?

    Hello, does anyone know if the Discovery Space on Atherton is a voting location? I filled out the form to find my polling location and that’s the address listed, but I can’t find any information online that suggests they are open for that?

    6 Comments
    2024/11/04
    20:11 UTC

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    A Timelapse from 10/28 to 10/31

    I placed my Atli T330 on a power line trail overlooking State College for four days. I cut out the overnight portions and sped it up some. Enjoy!

    4 Comments
    2024/11/03
    13:38 UTC

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    Looking for Person to Relet!

    Hiah everyone, I'm a 21 year old college student currently graduating in December. I live at the Pointe, which has a monthly rent of 970. Unfortunately I cannot leave my lease without someone to take it over. Anyone interested? Anyone know any resources?

    Thanks.

    4 Comments
    2024/11/02
    13:49 UTC

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    GameDay Crowd

    Is there a process to getting into the crowd at GameDay or can you just walk into the herd? Obviously the set is closed off, but can anyone just join the crowd?

    2 Comments
    2024/11/01
    23:24 UTC

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    How about that sunset last night?

    5 Comments
    2024/10/31
    21:36 UTC

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    Not Paying a Walk’s Towing Ticket

    I was driving for UberEats and I got a ticket for “parking in a fire lane”. I had barely just gotten there and I didn’t even get out of my car yet before one of the Walk’s Towing Cronies was behind my car printing a ticket so I couldn’t even leave the spot if I wanted to. I light call and complain and see if I can get out of it because I think it’s unfair and I don’t even have the amount of money the ticket is for. But that’s why I’m asking, what happens if I just don’t pay the ticket? I know it says it’ll add a $25 dollar fee on top of the ticket price, but what if I still dont pay it? If someone has experience with Walks Towing please lmk! Thank you

    12 Comments
    2024/10/31
    20:03 UTC

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    Ride to Altoona?

    Hey!

    I am going to Altoona at 4:00pm and be back by 6:00pm today, ready to carpool if anyone wants to join.

    Thank you!

    9 Comments
    2024/10/31
    18:39 UTC

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    Visitor for game day

    Im an OSU alumnus. I come in peace. I’m going to the game Saturday. Is there a decent breakfast joint or around campus to go to Saturday morning?

    23 Comments
    2024/10/30
    14:48 UTC

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    ADHD Meds

    Hiya! One of my friends (does not have reddit) has gone over two months without his prescribed ADHD meds. I was wondering if anyone knew of a place other than the downtown CVS who would have Adderall IR? Thanks (:

    7 Comments
    2024/10/29
    15:29 UTC

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    Best place for men’s hair cut?

    Just moved to the area and need to find a new place to get my hair cut. I have what I’d call medium length hair wavy hair (think timothee chalemet), so I have a tough time finding a place sometimes. Going to a barber runs the risk of getting a bad cut from someone who primarily does clipper cuts/fades, and going to a hair stylist runs the risk of a bad cut from someone who’s used to primarily longer women’s hair. Does anyone with similar hair to me have a recommendations for a good men’s scissor cut so I can avoid the trial and error of finding a place I like? Thanks! I’m looking in state college or Bellefonte area.

    17 Comments
    2024/10/29
    01:32 UTC

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    This morning's sunrise.

    4 Comments
    2024/10/28
    22:48 UTC

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    Early voting wait time?

    Today I went to the early voting spot at the Hammond Building and was told there was a 1-hour wait. I didn't have the time today, so I opted to leave and I will try again tomorrow. I am thinking of trying the early voting in Bellefonte instead. I was curious to know if anyone's gone recently and can tell me if there was a long wait. Any insights?

    12 Comments
    2024/10/28
    19:59 UTC

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    Short-term leases for Fall of 2025

    Does anyone know of places I can look for short-term leases within 30ish minutes of state college from August to December? A lot of the rental sites I’m looking at have a minimum 6-month lease for studio apartments. Thanks!

    1 Comment
    2024/10/28
    15:07 UTC

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    Hotel/airbnb this weekend

    Would love to go to osu/psu this weekend. I see people selling tickets, but all hotels seems 1000+ per night. Anyone have a room or anything available this weekend?

    7 Comments
    2024/10/28
    04:57 UTC

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    What is everything like the weekend after Thanksgiving?

    My friend and I are thinking about coming up for the football game Saturday against Maryland. With it being Thanksgiving weekend, will it be pretty dead at night Friday and Saturday or still pretty lively?

    5 Comments
    2024/10/28
    00:46 UTC

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    Why is college and Fraser and Allen closed

    Literally fucks us Uber drivers

    4 Comments
    2024/10/27
    22:57 UTC

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    Visiting for turkey day and want to bring mom a turkey

    We Are! I’m coming up for thanksgiving driving from Georgia. I’ll be up the day er two before. I’d love to surprise my folks w an already cooked up turkey for thanksgiving so my momma doesn’t hafta cook. Anywhere good still sellin birds? They live right in state college but I’m already driving so anywhere y’all got I’d be proud to go.

    Thanks y’all!

    -a down south outta place penn stater 😎

    10 Comments
    2024/10/27
    09:20 UTC

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    Halloween Party

    Is anyone going for the Halloween party tonight?

    1 Comment
    2024/10/27
    00:27 UTC

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    Traffic Downtown

    Husband was downtown near our church and he says it’s absolutely crazy with traffic. I asked him to come home before the crazies left their rally. I can’t believe PSU rented the BJC during a home game.

    7 Comments
    2024/10/27
    00:01 UTC

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    need housing suggestions

    hi(: moving up for work, 24f will be living w boyfriend and cat

    trying to find options that would allow a little space and privacy for us, specifically the dog.

    budget would be 1500 total. i realize it’s a hard find, that’s why i’m posting for suggestions or alternative ideas(:

    19 Comments
    2024/10/26
    23:04 UTC

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    Job seeking

    I’m looking for a part time job that pays roughly $16-17 an hour. I am RAMP and ServeSafe certified and have lots of experience with interacting with customers.

    11 Comments
    2024/10/26
    05:11 UTC

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    Halloween Party

    Hello. I've seen many threads on here about their social lives (or lack thereof) and since I'm in the same boat I'm gonna step outside my comfort zone a bit. I would like to host a small Halloween party Friday Nov 1st. I am 37 so this party is geared more towards the millennial crowd. Moved here a year ago to go back to school and its been super hard to meet or make friends around my age. If you're interested send me a msg.

    1 Comment
    2024/10/25
    22:54 UTC

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    Hello! I am looking to buy Pokemon Card Collections!

    Hello! I am looking to buy your pokemon cards, if you have them.

    My intent is to take the ones in good shape and grade them for reselling, and for the poor condition cards I will likely resell them on ebay. Because I am able to grade cards for value I can pay way more than most TCG stores, depending on the condition. Thought it would be helpful to be transparent up front, and if you would like to meet up to talk about selling I pay cash. Thanks Everyone!

    13 Comments
    2024/10/25
    13:06 UTC

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