Penn State responded to a pending Sports Illustrated article last night that sent many Penn State beat writers into a frenzy.

The article written by David Epstein reportedly slams Penn State's medical program and administrative moves made over the past several months by Athletic Director David Joyner, who is an orthopedic surgeon himself. "Special Report: Do Athletics Still Have Too Much Power at Penn State?" is featured on the cover of this week's Sports Illustrated, seemingly unrelated to the actual article but a headline that is sure to grab some attention at the news stand. It is due out Wednesday on the web.

Nittany Lion spring sports teams continue to advance and find success late in their seasons as the Women's Track and Field Team won its seventh Big Ten title and Women's Lacrosse advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament. No. 13 Penn State Men's Lacrosse ended its season and fell to No. 11 Yale Lacrosse in a 10-7 battle

Let the #culture Tweets ensue.

According to a study done by Deadspin published yesterday, the highest compensated state employee in 40 of 50 states is a sports coach. The list includes 27 football coaches, 13 basketball coaches, and one hockey coach.