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PSU Trustees Fire Paterno; Spanier Out as President. What Now?
Penn State's Board of Trustees announces the ouster hours after the legendary coach released a statement saying he planned to retire at the end of the season. What should the university do now to respond to and repair the damage surrounding the ongoing sc
After a full day of deliberation, the Penn Board of Trustees decided Wednesday to oust head coach Joe Paterno and President Graham Spanier.
The legendary coach was notified Wednesday evening via phone. Tom Bradley has been named interim head coach for Saturday's game against Nebraska.
PSU grads in the Sewickley Valley: What do you think about the departures of Paterno and Spanier? What should the university do now to respond to and repair the damage surrounding the ongoing sex-abuse scandal? Tell us in the comments.
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