Town and Gown

Hospitality Industry Serves up Happy Valley

Town&GownEvery day in the kitchens of local restaurants, chefs and cooks sharpen their knives and serve up creations that make life that much tastier for those who work and play […]

PSU’s Original Groundskeeper: William G. Waring

Local HistoriaAs students hurry through campus on their way to class, it’s easy to miss the natural beauty of Penn State’s grounds. From the Old Main Lawn at University Park, to […]

Crafted from History: Steve Strouse’s artwork begins with wood salvaged from memorable trees

Artist of the MonthBy Hannah Pollock Where a homeowner may see a mess to clean up, Steve Strouse sees an opportunity to create meaningful art. He finds his canvases in what many consider […]

‘Write what you know’: Jennifer Delozier’s path to success as a physician and author

Town&GownDr. Jennifer Delozier describes her life as “small-town girl does good.” She overcame the limitations of childhood poverty to achieve success as a physician and award-winning author of thrillers, mysteries, […]

NIL Is #1 for Coaches, Athletes, Fans

Town&GownMark Toniatti, a 1972 Penn State graduate, remembers the days when Nittany Lions fans and donors mailed their checks to the athletic department and mostly stayed away from athletes in […]

Mimi Concludes Her Lunch Column with Words of Wisdom, Thanks

Lunch with MimiWhen Town&Gown celebrated its 30th anniversary in January 1996, Mimi Barash Coppersmith started her column Lunch with Mimi to feature notable people at Penn State and in the community. That first issue […]