Will the Sandusky Scandal enter the national pop culture the night before Thanksgiving? Next week's episode of Law & Order: SVU is about a child predator and an academic institution's cover-up. Some of the show's fans have speculated that the Peacock ripped this episode from the headlines.
In "Framing Paterno," conservative documentary maker puts forth the case that the media misconstrued the facts in the opening days of the Jerry Sandusky Scandal. As a result, the public developed misinformed opinions regarding Joe Paterno and Penn State University.
On October 13, Paige Raque fell five stories from Calder Commons. She sustained life-threatening injuries but her health has made steady progress. Her recovery has been a rallying point for the Penn State and cheerleading communities. Yesterday, WJAC reported that the State College Police Department is investigating Paige Raque for underage alcohol consumption.
State College is a magnet for former conservative presidential candidates. On Saturday afternoon, Governor Rick Perry of Texas will campaign at the Victory Center of the Centre County Republican Party. GOP candidate for the US Senate, Tom Smith, will also be in attendance.
Penn State professor Michael Mann has been a leader in climate change research. As a result, conservatives have berated the climatologist because they allege he has manipulated his findings. Three months ago, the Competitive Enterprise Institute and The National Review likened the professor to Jerry Sandusky. Michael Mann is now suing for damages.
While the Athletics Department and Paterno family continue to part ways, academics continue to be one area where there is a robust relationship. The Paterno Fellows Program will keep its name for now, and the Student Advisory Board will make a final decision when the trials are finished.