Peachy Paterno to Stay

Half gallon containers are moved through the process of fresh Peachy Paterno being put into them early Wednesday morning. The Penn State Berkey Creamery Assistant Manager, James Brown, said they expect an increase in the flavors sales this week due to the death of Joe Paterno on Sunday morning. (Photo by: Michael Misciagno)

Your favorite ice cream will continue to be sold and for a good cause.

Per the Associated Press, Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences announced on Monday that Peachy Paterno will remain in the freezers at the Berkey Creamery. Additionally, for the next year, the sales generated from the famous flavor will be donated to a charity that deals with the world-wide issue of child sex abuse.

The charity is yet to be named.

Joe Paterno may have lost his statue and Joegies, but his ice cream remains in the creamery and his name still endures on the library.

image Michael Misciagno

Sandusky Scandal - On November 5, 2011, a 23-page Grand Jury report rocked Penn State to its foundation. As a result of Jerry Sandusky being convicted on 45 of 48 counts sexual abuse against 10 minors and subsequent fallout and alleged coverup by several key school administrators and legendary coach Joe Paterno, these events will forever be a dark stain in the history of our University. Read more