By Ryan Jones '95 Com
Photos by Nick Sloff '92 A&ASeptember / October 2025
photo of Beaver Field in the 1890s by Penn State Alumni Association Archives
Campus Life

The Road to 107K

How Penn State’s home field has evolved from a humble patch of grass to one of the largest stadiums on Earth.
Ryan Jones '95 Com
West Shore Field sign at Beaver Stadium, courtesy
Campus Life

Home Field Advantage

A transformational gift from alum and lifelong Penn State fan B.J. Werzyn helps kick off a new era at Beaver Stadium.
Ryan Jones '95 Com
photo of Bobby White in stadium suite talking to alums by Penn State Alumni Associatino
Campus Life

The Suite Life

After starring on the field for the Lions, former national champion Bobby White works to give fans a premium experience on game days and the rest of the year.
Jeff Rice '03 Com
photo of Dwayne Rush on site at Beaver Stadium during construction by Nick Sloff '92 A&A
Campus Life

Big Gig

Four decades after his undergraduate days as a football student manager, Dwayne Rush is back at work in Beaver Stadium—this time, overseeing the colossal renovation that is transforming the famous structure for the future.
Ryan Jones '95 Com