A true town and gown community, students can easily walk from campus to enjoy the thriving and lively downtown area of State College.
Located on and between College and Beaver Avenues, downtown State College offers a wide variety of activities for both students and community members. Explore downtown State College.
The appeal of State College, commonly referred to as Happy Valley, extends well beyond the downtown area. This tight-knit community enjoys the beautiful outdoors, landscaped by mountains and valleys. In addition, each year the community host many family-friendly events, including music and arts festivals, summer concerts and a Fourth of July celebration. Explore State College community events.
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