Board of Trustees Meets, Curley and Schultz Placed on Leave
As the situation regarding the charges against Jerry Sandusky and the subsequent perjury charges against Tim Curley and Gary Schultz continue to unfold, an executive session of the Board of Trustees was held inside Old Main this evening.
The session, which seemed to have concluded when several trustees walked out of Old Main refusing comment, appears to be in relation to potential punishment for Curley and Schultz, though that has not been confirmed yet.
However, the lights remain on inside of Old Main, suggesting that University Relations may be forming a plan of action inside.
Stay tuned to Onward State for the latest as it happens, and follow us on twitter @OnwardState for up to the minute updates.
UPDATE: 10:52 p.m.
The Centre Daily Times has confirmed that the meeting is in relation to the Sandusky case and subsequent charges. University Spokesman Bill Mahon, who also heads University Relations, said “They are discussing the allegations that broke this weekend from the Attorney General’s office.” The CDT is also reporting that a statement will be issued on Monday, and the trustees will meet again on Friday.
UPDATE: Monday, 12:12 a.m.
The Associated Press reports that the Board of Trustees has announced that both Tim Curley and Gary Schultz are being placed on administrative leave from their posts as a result of their involvement in the alleged cover-up. Though it’s easily the least important news of the night, Graham Spanier announced that Senior Associate Athletic Director Mark Sherburne will fill Curley’s role on an interim basis.
UPDATE: 12:52 a.m.
Penn State Live reports that the Board outlined a course of action to guard against future actions.
[Chairman of the Board] Garban announced the following steps:
1. The chair of the board will appoint a task force to engage external legal counsel to conduct an independent review of the University’s policies and procedures related to the protection of children. This action is not intended to interfere with the ongoing judicial process;
2. Publicize the findings of the independent review;
3. Review with administrators police reporting protocols; and
4. Enhance educational programming around such topics.
Your ad blocker is on.
Please choose an option below.
Purchase a Subscription!
About the Author
Reflections & Memories From Happy Valley: Ishaan Kalani’s Senior Column
“Penn State has been more than just a place of academic pursuit for me. It’s been a melting pot of experiences, lasting friendships, and personal growth.”
Penn State Alum Tommy Viola Taking Lifelong Love For Baseball Into Minor League Role
“I’m living my dream. All I ever wanted to do was work in baseball.”
Matt McGloin Advocating For Students, Honoring Paterno Family Legacy In Board Of Trustees Campaign
“Where I’m at today in life and all that I have is because I had the opportunity to be a student-athlete at Penn State University. For me, this is how I give back to school that’s given me so much.”
Julie Del Giorno Hired to Oversee NCAA Compliance at Penn State
Penn State hired Julie Del Giorno Thursday to fill the newly created athletic integrity officer position, but it’s not the first time the longtime education veteran has dealt with the NCAA.