In a valley as happy as this one, it’s hard to pinpoint what exactly brings about the happy smiles and the blue and white Nittany Lion pride. Maybe it’s the talent-filled sports teams always bringing home trophies. Maybe it’s the warm and delicious grilled stickies that never let you down when it comes to a good bite.Maybe it's knowing you always have a Phi Kappa Theta welcome to come home to.

Or, maybe, it’s tradition. The consistent State College staples and values provide a backbone and foundation to the valley — provide a way through which we all can bind together and celebrate what it means to be patrons of the Nittany life.

The following is a list of traditions and explanations that has made us lions roar throughout the ages:

Read more: Do You Know These Happy Valley Traditions?

After watching Patrick Reed shoot an incredible 15-under to win the 2018 Master's, we're certain many of you can't wait to showcase your own golf skills, and make your case for the Master's in 2019. But first, why not hone your skills at the third-annual, Phi Kappa Theta State College Slam! Register HERE today. There's no place like the venerable Toftrees Golf Resort in State College, and, as as always, the "stakes," are high, both on the links, and at the annual steak dinner to commence at 338 E. Fairmount on the evening of June 9. Some new details have emerged recently, regarding lodging, etc, and you'll want to take advantage of this opportunity to return to Happy Valley, just in time to visit hallowed places like the Creamery, who just unveiled its new flavor (Hint: It's an old State College Staple). Find out what's scheduled for a weekend in June that's sure to remind you why Happy Valley is the best place on earth!

Bruce Shewalter ‘88, a legacy at Delta Chi fraternity, decided to make an unexpected choice during rush week. He followed his instincts after his initial impressions, joining Phi Kappa Theta.

“I primarily joined Phi Kappa Theta because of the individuals who ‘rushed me’ when I was reviewing the different fraternities at the time. The individuals [at Delta Chi] overseeing the rush program came off as arrogant and like it was a privilege to join the Delta Chi’s. The [Phi Kappa Theta] individuals like Irv Grossman ‘85, the Kelly brothers (Brian ’86 and Kevin ’86), Bart Capristo ‘85, Jim Swanner ‘85, Matt Thompson ‘85 and others were all very down to earth – genuine guys that welcomed me into the Phi Kappa Theta family!” he says.

Read more: Instincts Lead a Legacy to 338 E. Fairmount