Tweets Analysis - Keyword: @DailyCollegian
Overview
Total number of tweets analysed
457
Earliest tweet was on
2023-03-21
Latest tweet was on
2023-03-30
Tweets covering
9 days
Average age of authors' accounts
8 years
Summarization
Penn State's proposed 50% decrease in funding for the Daily Collegian newspaper has sparked outrage and concern among current and former students, as well as the broader community. The Daily Collegian has provided valuable hands-on experience for student journalists and serves as a well-backed, free publication for Penn State students. Despite this, PSU President Neeli Bendapudi has defended the proposed cut, citing financial constraints. Alumni and supporters are encouraged to voice their opposition and donate to the Collegian's general fund. The newspaper has also hosted events to engage with the community and showcase its work.
Topic Modeling
- Penn State funding cuts to Daily Collegian
- Student journalism and hands-on experience
- Events and announcements related to Daily Collegian
- Support for Daily Collegian and student journalists
- Penn State and community's need for independent journalism
Emotional Analysis
The tweets express a range of emotions, including gratitude, excitement, disappointment, and alarm. Many are concerned about the proposed funding cuts to the Daily Collegian, a student-run publication at Penn State University, and the impact it could have on student journalism and the community. Others are expressing their support for the Daily Collegian and its importance to their college experience. Some tweets highlight specific events and opportunities related to the Daily Collegian, while others call for action to oppose the funding cuts.
Trend Analysis
- Potential budget cuts and funding reduction for @DailyCollegian
- Celebration of the achievements and opportunities provided by @DailyCollegian
- Announcements and exciting news related to @DailyCollegian and Penn State
- Support for independent journalism and criticism of proposed budget cuts
- Events and opportunities for community engagement with @DailyCollegian
Types of Tweets
Number of Retweets
210
Percentage of total tweets
45%
Number of Original tweets
42
Percentage of total tweets
9%
Number of tweets that contain Mentions
457
Percentage of total tweets
100%
Number of tweets that were Replies
181
Percentage of total tweets
39%
Number of tweets that were Quotes
42
Percentage of total tweets
9%
Number of tweets that contain Hashtags
14
Percentage of total tweets
3%
Top 5 devices used to tweet
Source | Count |
---|---|
Twitter for iPhone | 260 |
Twitter for Android | 90 |
Twitter Web App | 65 |
TweetDeck | 31 |
Twitter for iPad | 6 |
What devices were used to tweet

Top 10 accounts with highest followers count
Username | Name | Bio | Followers count |
---|---|---|---|
OnwardState | Onward State | Onward State is an independent, student-run Penn State news site that works to generate honest conversation in the hopes of enriching the Penn State community. | 164,636 |
jennablan | Jennifer Ablan | Editor-in-Chief and CCO, P&I | 70,663 |
LaurenYoung | Lauren Young | I don't ask a lot of questions. I demand a lot of answers. I'm a @Reuters editor and Philly girl in the Big đ. Opinions are mine, ALL MINE. | 35,694 |
RobBiertempfel | RobBiertempfel | I cover the Pittsburgh Pirates for @TheAthletic. Catholic. Yinzer. Penn Stater. ** Romans 12:12 ** | 32,311 |
wrestlerkw7 | Dr. Kenneth Warner | proud dad; Ivy prof;Reagan/Trump adviser;pro-Israel;CIA; intl consultant/speaker;writer,draft START II;RF Constit; musician;NCAA wrestler/coach;186 IQ#MAGA#KAG | 25,378 |
ahess247 | Arik Hesseldahl đť | Recovering tech and business reporter. Global Head of Content @SAP #solar power fanboy. Chances are Iâve been here longer than you. | 24,031 |
MattBrownCFB | Matt Brown | Deputy Managing Editor, @TheAthleticCFB | AP Top 25 voter | College football history obsessive | matt.brown@theathletic.com | 14,943 |
JordanCenter | Bryce Jordan Center | The Bryce Jordan Center, located on Penn State's campus, hosts some of the top-name performers in the entertainment industry; as well as Penn State Basketball. | 14,487 |
talkingbiznews | Talking Biz News | Biz journalism news, information and job openings for pens in pursuit of the bottom line. Black Lives Matter. Founded by @QUsocdean Chris Roush. | 13,347 |
erinstrout | Erin Strout | Freelancer. Priors: @womensrunning, @runnersworld, @chronicle, @lehighvalley. Feminist dog lady. Trying to be curious, not judgmental. byerinstrout at gmail | 12,059 |
Top 10 accounts with highest friends count
Username | Name | Bio | Followers count |
---|---|---|---|
wrestlerkw7 | Dr. Kenneth Warner | proud dad; Ivy prof;Reagan/Trump adviser;pro-Israel;CIA; intl consultant/speaker;writer,draft START II;RF Constit; musician;NCAA wrestler/coach;186 IQ#MAGA#KAG | 20,718 |
Dean20056 | Dean | Penn State wrestling/ football #Wall #NoMailVote/need voter ID #MAGA #PresidentTrump 100% ,Tucker Carlson /Elon Musk fan. âFJBâ. No DMâs please | 8,374 |
jennablan | Jennifer Ablan | Editor-in-Chief and CCO, P&I | 7,477 |
fugimaster24 | Adam Bittner | Digital sports producer @PittsburghPG. All things Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, Pitt and Penn State. | 6,655 |
talkingbiznews | Talking Biz News | Biz journalism news, information and job openings for pens in pursuit of the bottom line. Black Lives Matter. Founded by @QUsocdean Chris Roush. | 6,638 |
LaurenYoung | Lauren Young | I don't ask a lot of questions. I demand a lot of answers. I'm a @Reuters editor and Philly girl in the Big đ. Opinions are mine, ALL MINE. | 5,757 |
critchlow559 | David Critchlow | Penn State graduate, likes Penn State Football, Olympic Weightlifting, Classical Music, Tennis. NO PENN STATE NEGATIVITY ZONE! | 4,995 |
HeadlinersInEd | HeadlinersInEducation | Headliners in Education is a 501(c)3 that, through journalism, creates opportunities for all students. Join new/free Interviewing the Headliners program below: | 4,937 |
countlesscarori | abus đš | #CARO: 'me acuerdo muy bien de vos, te amo, gracias por siempre estar! sos un amor' #ORI: 'sos hermosa por todo lo que llevas por dentro' | 4,772 |
RJHuf | R.J. Hufnagel | Writer/Editor, USW@Work @Steelworkers. Former ink-stained wretch @PghGuild. @Penn_State & @DailyCollegian alum. Opinions are mine. #Union #Solidarity #1u #WeAre | 4,470 |
Most active users
Username | Bio | Number of tweets |
---|---|---|
WanderNWoodsman | Wanderer, Small-time adventurer, Penn State University alum, Korean-style martial artist, Retired Cav & Paratrooper w/ dusty đŤ, TeamRWB member, InfoJunky | 21 |
mgswift7 | Editor-in-Chief @DailyCollegian | News Intern @TribLIVE | editorinchief@psucollegian.com | 13 |
Siennakathryn_ | Penn State Kinesiology | Portrait, Graduate and Sports Photographer | @DailyCollegian đ¸ | 13 |
buckmansports | DMV bred. @DailyCollegian social media editor, podcaster. President of club team handball @Penn_State. FMR: @LastWordOnNFL contributor, intern @centredaily | 12 |
JTuman21 | Penn State â25 | @DailyCollegian menâs hockey & general sports reporter | Radio host & staff member for @PSUCommRadio | Host of @ttpodcastPHI | 10 |
onlyzach1 | - | 10 |
Jimmyhartnett4 | Penn State '23 | Menâs Hockey, Womenâs Basketball & Sports Columnist @DailyCollegian | Bylines: @chnews | 9 |
___sarahp | (she/her) PSU â23 Journalism, HDFS | Lifestyle Editor @DailyCollegian and Podcaster | Former News Intern @LancasterOnline & Communications Intern @PRCPennState | 9 |
ellafreda2 | Lead page designer and junior photographer for The Daily Collegian (@dailycollegian) at Penn State University. If I retweet it, itâs by me! | 8 |
psufootblog | The @DailyCollegian's coverage of Penn State and Big Ten football by editor @maxralph_ and writers @bigsengtweets, @ripchikspencer and @zachallen0 | 7 |
Tweets per day

Top 10 tweets with highest Retweet count
ID | Text | Retweet count |
---|---|---|
1640909330693214209 | @RossLynch was hosted by @psuspa tonight for a moderated discussion and Q&A. Enjoy some of my shots for @DailyCollegian đ¸ https://t.co/gHNhsqaUGj | 16 |
1640436798777114624 | For many of us @DailyCollegian alums who are disappointed in the recent news that PSU plans to cut funding to our beloved newspaper, there are a few ways to help (even in small ways!) Here is a donation link that will go to the Collegian's general fund: https://t.co/eDpuA6IJlW | 13 |
1638172027759517696 | CALLING ALL PENN STATE AND STATE COLLEGE COMMUNITY MEMBERS: This Friday, @DailyCollegian is holding a Meet the Reporters event from 4-6 p.m. in the Bellisario Media Center lobby. We would love for you to attend! RSVP âŹď¸ https://t.co/zSG26N94E4 | 11 |
1640357512259198978 | If you're a fellow alum of @DailyCollegian, a Penn State grad or just a supporter of student journalism, please ask PSU president Neeli Bendapudi to reconsider this drastic, crippling reduction in funding. https://t.co/kR2Pf3vFcG | 11 |
1639271947266662401 | A Little Life Announcement: Iâm blessed to share Iâll be the next manager of @DailyCollegianâs Business Division. This is an opportunity to serve in a special way â Iâm nothing short of thankful. Letâs get to work đđ˝ | 6 |
1641114278609526785 | Thanks for the opportunity, @Dwotapka! Lots of shout outs here, including @jennablan, @JeanChatzky, @PeterFinchGolf, @DailyCollegian and @MedillSchool! https://t.co/yhkwEx5g0N | 4 |
1640163344274391040 | I wouldnât be where I am today without the @DailyCollegian, but this isnât about me or the countless people I can call friends for life because of this outlet. Student journalists need hands-on experience & Penn State students deserve this well-backed, free publication. Do better https://t.co/N2fCK9g2Fv | 4 |
1640862433169244161 | @DailyRoss @RossLynch Stay tuned for my photos from the night! If you follow myself and @DailyCollegian on Twitter and other socials, you'll be able to see photos and read articles from this event, as well as other Penn State news! | 4 |
1640455818083553281 | Such drastic cuts would be horribly disappointing. Nothing in my career has been more valuable than actually learning by doing at the @DailyCollegian. It was truly essential to my college experience, and I know generations of Penn State communications grads agree. https://t.co/fyvKt5gbEM | 4 |
1640359240039628800 | Hey pals, I hope that you will consider reading this and consider supporting the @DailyCollegian in this battle. These cuts are ridiculous. These cuts are unjust and most of all, will have direct impact on the future of Penn State students and journalism in the Centre Region. https://t.co/eaaL8S463u | 4 |
Top 10 tweets with highest Like count
ID | Text | Like count |
---|---|---|
1640909330693214209 | @RossLynch was hosted by @psuspa tonight for a moderated discussion and Q&A. Enjoy some of my shots for @DailyCollegian đ¸ https://t.co/gHNhsqaUGj | 79 |
1639271947266662401 | A Little Life Announcement: Iâm blessed to share Iâll be the next manager of @DailyCollegianâs Business Division. This is an opportunity to serve in a special way â Iâm nothing short of thankful. Letâs get to work đđ˝ | 64 |
1640419304586788878 | Penn State has proposed an over 50% decrease in The @DailyCollegian's funding. The proposed cut would drop The Collegian's funding from $425,000 to $200,000 in 2024. https://t.co/7YIo027rNr | 49 |
1640163344274391040 | I wouldnât be where I am today without the @DailyCollegian, but this isnât about me or the countless people I can call friends for life because of this outlet. Student journalists need hands-on experience & Penn State students deserve this well-backed, free publication. Do better https://t.co/N2fCK9g2Fv | 38 |
1640177542970703872 | Eternally grateful for one last weekend of covering @PennStateMHKY for The @DailyCollegian. It was an incredible experience that I wonât forget for the rest of my life. Shoutout to @TylerMantz2, @JTuman21 and @Jimmyhartnett4 for outstanding work throughout https://t.co/33L9GcwBxZ | 35 |
1640432471555579905 | Great to meet this impressive studentânext yearâs EIC âŚ@DailyCollegianâŠ, @psubellisario student Nick Stonesifer. #journalism https://t.co/HkYqTV8Gwu | 29 |
1640418464388005903 | Alarmed to see Penn State slashing @DailyCollegianâs budget. Penn State, like all institutions, desperately needs quality, independent journalism to keep community informed and powerful accountable. World needs it too. Lots of great journos â incl. many friends â started there. https://t.co/TBU50jc5cP | 26 |
1640419668987920405 | @OnwardState @DailyCollegian How about we cut the board of trustees' salaries in half instead? | 26 |
1640412494807089166 | With the announcement of the Hodge Trophy winner, the NCAA wrestling season is at an end. It was a great time covering PSU for the @DailyCollegian, alongside @zachallen0, @LooseTanyo,who graduated midway through the season, and @SlimJim8882 after that Canât wait to run it back https://t.co/Kt1iT4LShz | 23 |
1640159826448637954 | @DailyCollegian Amen. The @DailyCollegian is a critical part of the student experience. A stop on the campus tour for high schoolers. A major pipeline of information for undergrads, prospective students, donors and more. The nickel and diming needs to stop. | 21 |
Top 3 Languages Used In Tweets

Top 10 Hashtags used
Hashtag | Count |
---|---|
#pennstate | 9 |
#psu | 5 |
#weare | 2 |
#journalism | 2 |
#pennsylvania | 2 |
#moronaaronbrooks | 1 |
#whichitis | 1 |
Top 10 Hashtags Used In Tweets

Top 10 mentions
Mention | Count |
---|---|
@dailycollegian | 462 |
@pennstatembb | 57 |
@pennstatemhky | 37 |
@onwardstate | 22 |
@pennstatewrest | 19 |
@lukeevargas | 18 |
@pennstatefball | 17 |
@penn_state | 16 |
@zachallen0 | 13 |
@rosslynch | 12 |
Top 10 mentions

Wordcloud of Tweets

Emojis
Average number of emojis used per tweet
26
Emojis used in tweets
Emoji | Count | Emoji Text |
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âŹď¸ | 11 | down_arrow |
đ | 10 | face_with_tears_of_joy |
𤣠| 5 | rolling_on_the_floor_laughing |
đ¸ | 4 | camera_with_flash |
đ° | 4 | newspaper |
đ¨ | 4 | police_car_light |
⨠| 3 | sparkles |
đŞ | 3 | flexed_biceps |
đĽ | 3 | fire |
đ | 3 | eyes |
Emojis groups
Emoji Group | Count |
---|---|
Smileys & Emotion | 41 |
People & Body | 19 |
Symbols | 17 |
Activities | 15 |
Objects | 14 |
Travel & Places | 10 |
Food & Drink | 5 |
Animals & Nature | 1 |
Flags | 1 |